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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Hark! A Vagrant” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21267 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 “Hark! A Vagrant” meme mean?
This comic expresses scholarly mockery towards the great figures of the past. It shows that philosophers, poets, or kings were not so different from us: they could be ridiculous, selfish, or lost. The dominant emotion is one of ironic camaraderie with the informed reader. These images are used to highlight the absurdity of a current situation by comparing it to a similar historical madness, creating a humorous bridge between the distant past and our modern problems.
Where does the “Hark! A Vagrant” meme come from?
Kate Beaton, a Canadian cartoonist, started this online project in 2007 after drawing for the student newspaper *The Argosy*. She initially published her creations on her LiveJournal under the name Beatonna before moving to her own website. The title refers to a vagabond, reflecting the erratic and free tone of the work. Unlike video memes, this is a series of static comics. Popularity grew due to the unique quality of the art and the intellectual dark humor. Panels were widely shared on forums and social media, becoming instant visual references for anyone recognizing the twisted historical references.
How to use the “Hark! A Vagrant” meme
- Share a panel showing a stupid king to criticize a recent political decision.
- Use an image of a lost philosopher to illustrate your own confusion regarding a complex concept.
- Modify the dialogue of a historical character to adapt the joke to a modern technological context.
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The “Hark! A Vagrant” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 71/100 · #210 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Hark! A Vagrant” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Hark! A Vagrant 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 is Hark! A Vagrant?
It is a comic strip webcomic created by Kate Beaton in 2007. It deals with history and literature with a lot of humor and irony.
Who is Kate Beaton?
Kate Beaton is a Canadian cartoonist known for her refined graphic style and very popular historical jokes on the internet.
Hark! A Vagrant origin date?
The website was officially launched in September 2007. The author had already been publishing drawings there previously on her personal blog.
Why is Hark! A Vagrant famous?
It is famous for its perfect blend of historical rigor and comedic absurdity. Readers love seeing serious figures become ridiculous.
How do I get the Hark! A Vagrant meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Hark! A Vagrant” 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 Hark! A Vagrant card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Hark! A Vagrant | Know Your Meme · you remember that face no? | Hark! A Vagrant · Hark! A Vagrant - Wikipedia · checked on October 13, 2026.
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