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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “No palace... no palace” is a rare card of the Memes FR pack, number 1133 of the collection, and the 757th best-known meme of its 1050 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “No palace... no palace” meme mean?
This line features a deliberately simplistic circular reasoning. Amonbofis lists unavoidable consequences to prove that a project will fail if materials are blocked. It is used to mock situations where the outcome is already sealed by an initial lack. It also humorously feigns a complex demonstration when everything is trivial.
Where does the “No palace... no palace” meme come from?
The meme originates from Alain Chabat’s film Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra, released in 2002. It is the line delivered by the character Amonbofis, played by Gérard Darmon. In this sequence, the Egyptian advisor tries to convince his assistant Nexusis (played by Édouard Montoute) to disrupt the Roman construction site. He explains that without stones, there will be no building, hence no palace. This specific phrase appears at 38:07 in a Blu-ray edition. The solemn repetition of this obvious truth quickly impressed viewers through its comedic redundancy. The clip spread widely across social media and video forums, becoming an iconic reference in French comedy cinema.
- 2002Release of the film Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra containing the original quote.
How to use the “No palace... no palace” meme
- Use this phrase when someone explains an obvious consequence with excessive seriousness.
- Acknowledge a programmed failure by citing the inexorable logical chain of the situation.
- Tease a friend who builds an unnecessary argument to justify an already achieved result.
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The “No palace... no palace” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 1133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #757 of 1050 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @flowm |
How to get the “No palace... no palace” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; No palace... no palace comes out of the Memes FR 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 0.8%, 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
Who says no palace no palace?
It is the character Amonbofis, played by Gérard Darmon, in the film Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra.
What does no palace no palace mean?
The phrase illustrates simple but presented solemn logic. It shows how the absence of one element blocks everything else.
Where to find the no palace scene?
The excerpt is located around the 38:07 mark on Blu-ray editions. You can also search for the full clip on YouTube.
How do I get the No palace... no palace meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “No palace... no palace” is a rare card of the Memes FR 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 No palace... no palace card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Can someone explain the "pas de palais" joke frome the movie Cleopatra, please? · Vous avez sûrement déjà ressorti cette réplique entre amis ... · Citation CHANTIER : 8 phrases et proverbes · checked on October 9, 2026.
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