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“Deadpool / Wade Wilson” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

Deadpool, aka Wade Wilson, is a Marvel anti-hero debuting in 1991.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21229 of the collection, and the 210th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” meme mean?

The content highlights that modern popularity stems from deep editorial roots. It expresses nostalgia among comic fans who know the evolution before Hollywood. The core emotion is cult recognition: Wade is not just a blockbuster star but a complex literary figure born in illustrated pages.

Where does the “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” meme come from?

Wade Wilson officially enters in The New Mutants issue 98, published in February 1991. Creation relies on writer Fabian Nicieza and artist Rob Liefeld. Initially, he plays an antagonist mercenary before becoming an autonomous anti-hero. Distinctive traits include disfigurement from experimental treatments and communication with readers. These narrative elements structure his identity from the start. The meme synthesizes this history by emphasizing that success anchors in this initial context. No specific social platform or video can be identified as a unique viral source. Virality remains diffuse, linked to franchise longevity.

  1. 1991First appearance in The New Mutants no 98 under Nicieza and Liefeld.

How to use the “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” meme

  • Share an original comic image to remind followers of the character's dark beginnings versus recent films.
  • Use the reference during discussions about faithful superhero adaptations on screen.
  • Cite the year 1991 to correct those who believe Deadpool is purely a cinematic creation.

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The “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” card in MyMemeCards

Deadpool / Wade Wilson card
NumberNo. 21229
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 71
Fame71/100 · #210 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 71: 300 cards
  • Rare300100%

How to get the “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Deadpool / Wade Wilson comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

Who created Deadpool?

The character was designed by writer Fabian Nicieza and artist Rob Liefeld.

When did Wade Wilson appear?

He first debuted in February 1991 in the series The New Mutants.

Does Deadpool exist before the movies?

Yes, the character has a long comic history spanning over three decades.

How do I get the Deadpool / Wade Wilson meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Deadpool / Wade Wilson” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Deadpool / Wade Wilson card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Deadpool Wade Wilson - Marvel's Merc With A Mouth · Deadpool · The Comic Book Origins of ‘Deadpool’ · checked on October 12, 2026.

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