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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Espurr's Stare” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21008 of the collection, and the 3rd 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 “Espurr's Stare” meme mean?
This meme captures a mix of unease, passive judgment, and resignation. Espurr’s empty eyes suggest he has witnessed something traumatic or bizarre. It is used to silently comment on disturbing, embarrassing, or nonsensical scenarios, expressing hilarious distress through contrast with the character's calm appearance.
Where does the “Espurr's Stare” meme come from?
The phenomenon emerged shortly before the global release of *Pokémon X and Y* on October 12, 2013. A Pokédex entry revealed Espurr on October 1 via Instagram and Reddit. The viral spark hit r/Pokemon on release day: a user posted a battle screenshot captioned 'Espurr has seen some shit,' gaining over 1,000 upvotes. Two days later, the 'Espurr, are you okay?' image spread rapidly across FunnyJunk, Dorkly, Tumblr, and Twitter, turning this minimal design into an icon of digital detachment.
- October 1, 2013Official reveal of Espurr via a Pokédex screenshot shared on Instagram and Reddit.
- October 12, 2013Global release of Pokémon X and Y and the viral first post on r/Pokemon.
How to use the “Espurr's Stare” meme
- Share an image of a character frozen by a minor disaster to illustrate your own silent shock.
- Use Espurr's face as a reply to shocking news to signify a heavy, wordless judgment.
- Insert the meme in comments to express skepticism or trauma without using any words.
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The “Espurr's Stare” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 74/100 · #3 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Espurr's Stare” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Espurr's Stare 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
What does espurr stare meme mean?
It uses Espurr's neutral, scary face to express silent shock or total detachment in the face of absurdity.
Espurr meme origin?
The meme originates from the October 2013 release of Pokémon X and Y, popularized by a Reddit post comparing his look to someone who survived trauma.
What does espurr has seen some shit mean?
This famous caption implies the Pokémon witnessed terrifying or weird events, explaining his frozen and unreadable expression.
How do I get the Espurr's Stare meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Espurr's Stare” 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 Espurr's Stare card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Espurr's Stare: The Traumatized Pokemon Meme Explained · Creepy Marshtomp - Know Your Meme · Espurr | Fantendo - Game Ideas & More | Fandom · checked on October 11, 2026.
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