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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Shellfish intolerance” is an epic card of the French Politics pack, number 42 of the collection, and the 5th best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Shellfish intolerance” meme mean?
The phrase satirizes a justification seen as dishonest or implausible in the face of tangible evidence. It expresses public skepticism toward a politician accused of excessive luxury while denying consumption of the incriminated dishes. The humor arises from the gap between the official statement and the visual reality of the giant lobster.
Where does the “Shellfish intolerance” meme come from?
The phenomenon stems from Mediapart's revelations in July 2019 regarding the lavish meals of François de Rugy, then Minister of Ecological Transition. On July 12, during a segment broadcast by RTL, BFMTV, and Brut, he claimed to have a "shellfish intolerance" to explain his attendance at these expensive lobster dinners at Hôtel de Lassay. This defense followed his visit on July 11 in Niort, where protesters greeted him with a giant plastic lobster outside the prefecture. The meme merges this local satirical image with the televised statement to ridicule the minister's supposed inconsistency.
- July 11, 2019Protesters greet François de Rugy in Niort with a giant plastic lobster outside the prefecture.
- July 12, 2019François de Rugy claims shellfish intolerance during a segment broadcast by several media outlets.
How to use the “Shellfish intolerance” meme
- Share the video of François de Rugy's declaration alongside the inflatable lobster image to illustrate a political contradiction.
- Use the expression in a comment to describe someone denying doing something despite obvious proof.
- Quote the minister's phrase as a prime example of an awkward excuse facing a public spending scandal.
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The “Shellfish intolerance” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 94/100 · #5 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Shellfish intolerance” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Shellfish intolerance comes out of the French Politics pack 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 0.8%, 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
What is the shellfish intolerance meme?
It is a political satire targeting François de Rugy, who claimed not to like crustaceans after Mediapart revealed he regularly ate lobster.
Why does François de Rugy say he has shellfish intolerance?
He uses this excuse to justify his presence at expensive official dinners without admitting he actually consumed the controversial dishes.
Where does the inflatable lobster in Niort come from?
It was a protest organized by citizens to mock the minister during his visit to the Deux-Sèvres region in July 2019.
How do I get the Shellfish intolerance meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Shellfish intolerance” is an epic card of the French Politics 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 Shellfish intolerance card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: François de Rugy se défend : il "n'aime pas" les huîtres, le ... - RTL · Affaire Rugy : le ministre de l'Écologie poussé à la démission | TF1 Info · Rolex, yacht, homard... Ces symboles du luxe qui ont coûté cher aux politiques · checked on October 8, 2026.
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