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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Eto fiasko, bratan” is a rare card of the Russian Memes pack, number 130 of the collection, and the 40th 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 “Eto fiasko, bratan” meme mean?
The line states a total failure without any drama: the plan fell apart, everybody can see it, and it is announced with a shrug between pals. People use it after a shaky project, a ruined evening, a lost match or a bright idea that goes nowhere. The word “bratan” adds a gang-like warmth, so the flop feels shared and almost fun to comment on.
Where does the “Eto fiasko, bratan” meme come from?
The meme belongs to the Runet, the Russian-speaking web, and dates to 2017. It is a short phrase written in Latin letters, “Eto fiasko, bratan”, which translates roughly as “it’s a fiasco, buddy”. In its best-known form it sits on a scene where everything has just caved in at the crucial instant. Like many Russian-language lines that went viral, it travelled through screenshots, short clips and comments under videos, then became a caption for failures of every kind. Its affectionate tone explains why it lasted: it teases without humiliating.
How to use the “Eto fiasko, bratan” meme
- After handing in a last-minute assignment that went badly: “Eto fiasko, bratan.”
- As a comment under a holiday montage where everything goes sideways.
- Among friends, when the planned barbecue ends in the rain.
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The “Eto fiasko, bratan” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Russian Memes pack |
| Fame | 65/100 · #40 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Eto fiasko, bratan” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Eto fiasko, bratan comes out of the Russian Memes pack 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 “Eto fiasko, bratan” mean?
Written in Latin letters, it means “it’s a fiasco, bro” in Russian. People use it to call out a complete failure with a fatalistic smile.
When did this meme start?
It has been circulating on the Runet since 2017.
When should you use it?
When a plan falls apart in front of everyone, ideally among friends who can laugh about it.
How do I get the Eto fiasko, bratan meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Eto fiasko, bratan” is a rare card of the Russian 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 Eto fiasko, bratan card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Runet — Wikipedia · checked on October 29, 2026.
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