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“MordeTwi” meme: meaning, origin and epic card

MordeTwi is a fictional pairing of Mordecai from Regular Show and Twilight Sparkle from My Little Pony.

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The “MordeTwi” meme, 2011

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “MordeTwi” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20915 of the collection, and the 130th 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 “MordeTwi” meme mean?

This meme expresses the joyful absurdity of 'shipping' two characters with no narrative connection. It captures the humor of fans mixing distinct franchises to create exaggerated emotional scenarios. The dramatic sadness of the image contrasts with the illogical couple, generating laughter within the internet community.

Where does the “MordeTwi” meme come from?

The term refers to the pair between Mordecai and Twilight Sparkle. Its origin traces back to 2011 with a crossover fanfiction by Abigail Manares (Cartuneslover16) on DeviantArt, though the exact date is unknown. The iconic visual was posted on August 5, 2012, by user bluedog444 on the same platform. It depicts both characters crying separately under the night sky, accompanied by lyrics from B.o.B's 'Airplanes'. This image became the visual foundation for the phenomenon, popularizing the idea of a melancholic, impossible love.

  1. 2011Publication of a crossover fanfiction on DeviantArt by Cartuneslover16, laying the narrative groundwork for the pair.
  2. August 5, 2012Upload of the iconic image by bluedog444 on DeviantArt, featuring the characters alongside song lyrics.

How to use the “MordeTwi” meme

  • Use this image to illustrate a completely illogical romantic pairing between two people or concepts.
  • Share this meme to highlight the humorous absurdity of crossing over two unrelated popular franchises.
  • Employ it to express dramatic sadness regarding an impossible or out-of-place romantic situation.

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The “MordeTwi” card in MyMemeCards

MordeTwi card
NumberNo. 20915
RarityEpic
CollectionMemes World series 70
Fame77/100 · #130 of 243
Recycle value20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 70: 243 cards
  • Common197.8%
  • Rare197.8%
  • Epic19580%
  • Legendary62.5%
  • Mythic41.6%

How to get the “MordeTwi” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; MordeTwi 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

What is MordeTwi?

It is the name given to the fictional couple between Mordecai from Regular Show and Twilight Sparkle from My Little Pony. It is an example of an absurd 'shipping' trend born in fan communities.

Where did the MordeTwi meme come from?

The main visual comes from an image posted on August 5, 2012, on DeviantArt by user bluedog444. It features the two characters crying against a backdrop of song lyrics.

Who are Mordecai and Twilight?

Mordecai is a cocky blue jay from the animated series Regular Show. Twilight Sparkle is a unicorn protagonist from the My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic franchise.

Why is MordeTwi viral?

Viral success stems from the contrast between the image's dramatic emotion and the total illogic of the couple. Fans enjoy mixing these distinct universes to create humor.

How do I get the MordeTwi meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “MordeTwi” 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 MordeTwi card?

It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Mordetwi - The Airplanes Ship Story · MordeTwi | Can We Pretend That Airplanes In The Night Sky Are Like Shooting Stars Original · The story behind the 'My Little Pony' and 'Regular Show' fan-made cartoon romance that's going viral on TikTok · checked on October 11, 2026.

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