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“Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

The Oreimo Cover Art Parodies meme remixes the cover of the light novel Oreimo.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” meme, 2008

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21663 of the collection, and the 31st 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 “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” meme mean?

This humorous format exploits the rigidity of the original composition to create absurd contrast. By inserting dragons, memes, or historical figures instead of the protagonists, it highlights the visual adaptability of the image. The goal is often comedic surprise at the subversion of a serious work.

Where does the “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” meme come from?

It originates from the first volume of the Japanese light novel *Ore no Imōto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai* (*Oreimo*), published on August 10, 2008, by ASCII Media Works. Illustrated by Hiro Kanzaki and written by Tsukasa Fushimi, the cover features Kirino Kosaka with crossed arms and her brother Kyosuke behind her. Netizens then reused this layout on sharing sites like deviantART, Tumblr, and 4chan. The practice surged after the announcement of the anime adaptation in May 2010. The exact first example, its author, platform, and precise publication date remain unknown in consulted sources.

  1. 2008Publication of the first volume of the Oreimo light novel which serves as the visual base.
  2. May 2010Significant increase in creations following the announcement of the anime adaptation.

How to use the “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” meme

  • Replace Kirino and Kyosuke with dragons to illustrate a chaotic situation.
  • Insert internet memes into the original pose to comment on current events.
  • Use the 'My Little X' title structure to parody other popular franchises.

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The “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” card in MyMemeCards

Oreimo Cover Art Parodies card
NumberNo. 21663
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 73
Fame66/100 · #31 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 73: 300 cards
  • Common20167%
  • Rare9933%

How to get the “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Oreimo Cover Art Parodies comes out of the Memes World series 73 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 oreimo meme mean?

It refers to a remix of the Oreimo light novel cover where characters are replaced by other visual elements while keeping the same pose.

Oreimo cover art origin?

The original cover comes from the first volume of the light novel released on August 10, 2008, illustrated by Hiro Kanzaki.

Who created the oreimo meme?

Sources do not identify a single creator; it is a collective practice born on forums and sharing sites.

Why is oreimo meme popular?

The simplicity of the pose and the 2010 anime announcement facilitated reproduction and virality on the internet.

How do I get the Oreimo Cover Art Parodies meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Oreimo Cover Art Parodies” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Oreimo Cover Art Parodies card?

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

Sources: Oreimo | Know Your Meme · Oreimo | Pop Culture - Dictionary.com · Oreimo Cover Art Parodies · checked on October 14, 2026.

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