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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Misunderstood Spider” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21136 of the collection, and the 125th 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 “Misunderstood Spider” meme mean?
This format expresses the dramatic irony of purely friendly intentions meeting hostile reactions. The spider, often described as helpful because it eats pests, only seeks to cuddle or assist. The contrast between its harmless nature and the grim fate assigned by humans generates dark humor based on perceived injustice and pity for the character.
Where does the “Misunderstood Spider” meme come from?
The macro photograph of a jumping spider on a leaf was originally published on the SodaHead blog in an article dated March 1, 2011, titled *Could you kill these spiders?*. The first known meme usage appeared on Reddit on March 7, 2011, in r/AdviceAnimals. The original caption juxtaposed killing the animal with its desire for affection: "Crawling on your arm, squish him / just wanted to cuddle." A few days later, on March 12, 2011, user Tron-Gorf posted *Misunderstood Spider Can’t Win* on the same platform, reaching the front page with over two thousand upvotes. This format spread via the Advice Animals community to illustrate situations where goodwill is misinterpreted.
- 2011-03-01Publication of the source photograph on the SodaHead blog in an article about spiders.
- 2011-03-07First known meme publication on Reddit in r/AdviceAnimals with a caption about cuddles.
- 2011-03-12Publication of the *Misunderstood Spider Can’t Win* variant by user Tron-Gorf, reaching the Reddit front page.
How to use the “Misunderstood Spider” meme
- Use this image to comment on a situation where your friendly intentions are misunderstood by others.
- Share this meme to highlight the injustice of a disproportionate punishment for an harmless action.
- Employ it to express frustration over an unjustified hostile reaction towards someone benevolent.
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The “Misunderstood Spider” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21136 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #125 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Misunderstood Spider” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Misunderstood Spider 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 the misunderstood spider meme?
It is a 2011 meme using a jumping spider photo to illustrate ignored benevolence. The character, often called Spiderbro, wants to help or cuddle but is killed by humans.
Where does the spider leaf photo come from?
The photograph comes from a SodaHead blog article published on March 1, 2011. It illustrated a discussion about the possibility of killing domestic spiders.
Who is tron-gorf reddit?
Tron-Gorf is a Reddit user who popularized the *Misunderstood Spider Can’t Win* variant in March 2011. Their post reached the site's front page due to many positive votes.
Misunderstood spider meaning?
The meme symbolizes the tragic irony of friendly intentions meeting hostility. It highlights the contrast between the spider's useful and gentle nature and its grim fate.
How do I get the Misunderstood Spider meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Misunderstood Spider” 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 Misunderstood Spider card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Misunderstood Spider | Know Your Meme · Know Your Memeとは？ わかりやすく解説 · This clever bro disguises itself as an ant. I got fooled until I saw that it was carrying a bug, not a piece of leaf, and then I saw 8 legs 👀 · checked on October 12, 2026.
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