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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Melchior’s candy barrage” is a common card of the Spanish Memes pack, number 260 of the collection, and the 258th 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 “Melchior’s candy barrage” meme mean?
People cite this scene to mock an act of generosity that turns excessive, as a reminder that a gift thrown with too much energy can quickly look like a friendly assault.
Where does the “Melchior’s candy barrage” meme come from?
On 5 January 2020, during the Three Kings parade in Terrassa, near Barcelona, the man playing King Melchior threw sweets at the crowd with unexpected force, even hitting the hat of his own page standing beside him. The video, widely picked up by Spanish media, went viral and has since become the go-to joke about a Christmas gift given with a little too much enthusiasm.
- 2020The scene takes place on 5 January during the Three Kings parade in Terrassa.
How to use the “Melchior’s candy barrage” meme
- He handed out gifts like Melchior of Terrassa
- Watch out for the sweets, it's Melchior of Terrassa here
- That throw has a real Melchior of Terrassa vibe
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- Melchior Terrassa sweets video
- Terrassa parade Melchior viral
- King Melchior candy throw
- viral video Three Kings Terrassa 2020
The “Melchior’s candy barrage” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Spanish Memes pack |
| Fame | 61/100 · #258 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Melchior’s candy barrage” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Melchior’s candy barrage comes out of the Spanish Memes pack as a common 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 5 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
Where did the Melchior and sweets scene take place?
During the Three Kings parade in Terrassa, near Barcelona.
What exactly happened?
The actor playing Melchior threw sweets at the crowd with unexpected force.
How do I get the Melchior’s candy barrage meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Melchior’s candy barrage” is a common card of the Spanish Memes pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Melchior’s candy barrage card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Público, Melchor enfurecido en la cabalgata de Terrassa · checked on November 5, 2026.
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