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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20840 of the collection, and the 37th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” meme mean?
This format expresses self-deprecation regarding a manifestly inadequate proposal. The user suggests Zoidberg (or themselves) for a role where they are unqualified, treating potential disaster as a reasonable solution. It is a casual way to accept one's own failure or mock an impossible situation with humor.
Where does the “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” meme come from?
The meme's origin traces back to a Reddit post attributed to user mrrabbitfluff in 2011. This contribution linked to an image generated via Quickmeme, created on July 5, 2011. The post, titled 'Zoidberg offers himself', paired the character with the text 'Need a new meme? Why not Zoidberg?' and reached Reddit's front page with approximately 6,665 upvotes. The phrase does not originate from a Futurama episode; although Zoidberg sometimes says 'why not', he never speaks this full expression in the show. Billy West, the voice actor, used this line in a commercial aired on Comedy Central. A YouTube video of this performance appears in 2012, without other verifiable details about the exact date or campaign title.
- 2011Creation of the image on Quickmeme and sharing on Reddit by mrrabbitfluff.
How to use the “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” meme
- Suggesting Zoidberg to manage a complex project when no one trusts his skills.
- Volunteering oneself for a technical task knowing one will break everything by accident.
- Justifying an absurd decision by claiming it was the only logical option available.
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The “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 80/100 · #37 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg? comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic 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 20 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
Why does Zoidberg say why not?
Billy West, the voice actor, pronounced this line in a commercial for Comedy Central. It is not a direct quote from an animated series episode.
Where does the Zoidberg meme come from?
It comes from an image created on Quickmeme in July 2011, shared on Reddit with the text 'Need a new meme? Why not Zoidberg?'.
What is the meaning of the Why Not Zoidberg meme?
It serves to propose an absurd or unsuitable option as if it were perfectly reasonable, often through self-deprecation.
How do I get the Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg? meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg?” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Futurama Zoidberg / Why Not Zoidberg? card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Since it comes up frequently, here's a list of every time Zoidberg says "Why not" · Shut Up and Take These 'Futurama' Memes · Why Not Zoidberg? Meme Origin and Meaning Explained · checked on October 11, 2026.
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