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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Overconfident Alcoholic” is a rare card of the Memes World series 74, number 22041 of the collection, and the 11th 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 “Overconfident Alcoholic” meme mean?
This format captures the rapid decline of arrogance when a firmly held belief is challenged by a counter-argument that is logically sound yet absurd. It highlights the transition from certainty to existential dread or confusion. Users employ it to mock their own mistaken convictions or to describe situations where they realized they were completely wrong, turning a painful realization into relatable humor.
Where does the “Overconfident Alcoholic” meme come from?
This visual work was created by Jesse Nylund and published in his series *Completely Serious Comics* on January 9, 2011. The original strip features a man confidently stating that nothing is funnier than a monkey in a suit. A passerby retorts that a baby in a suit smoking a cigar would be much funnier. Defeated by this logic, the protagonist ends up alone, drinking in a gloomy atmosphere. The comic quickly gained traction online. A documented parody appeared on FunnyJunk on June 6, 2012. Other variants emerged on 4chan on August 3, 2012, and on FunnyJunk three days later. The name 'Overconfident Alcoholic Depression Guy' was officially attested on We Know Memes on September 7, 2012.
- 2011Publication of the original comic by Jesse Nylund on January 9.
- 2012First documented parodies on FunnyJunk on June 6 and 4chan on August 3.
- 2012Full name attestation on We Know Memes on September 7.
How to use the “Overconfident Alcoholic” meme
- Use this template to show how your absolute certainty about a technical topic vanishes after one simple beginner question.
- Share this image when your sports or political predictions turn out completely wrong against actual results.
- Employ this scheme to explain how your perfect plan failed at the very first unexpected step.
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The “Overconfident Alcoholic” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22041 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 75/100 · #11 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Overconfident Alcoholic” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Overconfident Alcoholic comes out of the Memes World series 74 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 overconfident alcoholic meme?
It is a four-panel comic showing the sudden collapse of a character's confidence. The man starts sure of himself but ends up depressed after being contradicted by an absurd yet logical argument.
Who drew overconfident alcoholic?
The author is Jesse Nylund, creator of the *Completely Serious Comics* series. He published this specific story online in January 2011.
Overconfident alcoholic meaning?
The meme symbolizes the moment a firmly defended opinion is refuted. It translates the sudden shift from certainty to deep doubt or resignation.
Where does depression guy meme come from?
It comes from a web comic called *Completely Serious Comics*. The original version shows a debate about what is funnier: a monkey in a suit or a smoking baby.
How do I get the Overconfident Alcoholic meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Overconfident Alcoholic” is a rare card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Overconfident Alcoholic card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
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