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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Portal to Hell” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21370 of the collection, and the 1st 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 “Portal to Hell” meme mean?
This humorous format expresses the comedic inevitability of daily misfortunes. It suggests that every mistake, slip, or fall is actually a free ticket to the underworld. The dominant emotion is ironic relief in the face of disaster: instead of suffering, one simply joins the boss’s office. It is an indirect way to minimize personal failures by treating them as standardized administrative procedures in the afterlife.
Where does the “Portal to Hell” meme come from?
The source video shows a Reddit user named oenoneshore falling into a puddle after missing a jump on a swing. This clip was shared on the r/funny subreddit on June 20, 2012, by a friend of the creator. The specific visual concept emerged on Tumblr in November 2012. On November 10, user pumpkinlore drew Satan surprised by this unexpected arrival. Subsequently, artist hrmphfft structured the idea into a three-panel comic, establishing the meme’s narrative model. The exact original platform of the GIF remains uncertain, but archives indicate initial dissemination via Reddit before its massive adoption by the Tumblr community.
- June 20, 2012Publication of the original GIF showing the fall into the puddle on the r/funny subreddit.
- November 10, 2012Creation of the first drawing of Satan surprised by the protagonist's arrival on Tumblr.
How to use the “Portal to Hell” meme
- Use this meme when a friend makes an obvious mistake that seems irreparable, like falling into a hole or failing a crucial exam.
- Post an image with text to comment on the catastrophic statistics of a sports season or the disastrous financial results of a company.
- Respond to a new natural or technological disaster by suggesting that victims go directly to Satan’s office.
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The “Portal to Hell” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 70/100 · #1 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Portal to Hell” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Portal to Hell comes out of the Memes World series 72 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
Portal to Hell meme meaning?
This meme depicts a sudden fall or disappearance interpreted as a direct entry into Hell. It humorizes failures or accidents by presenting them as a logical destination.
Who is oenoneshore?
It is the pseudonym of the person appearing in the original GIF posted on Reddit in 2012, who falls into a puddle of water.
Where does the Portal to Hell meme come from?
It originates from a viral 2012 GIF posted on Reddit, then adapted into a satirical comic strip on Tumblr a few months later.
Portal to Hell real or fake?
It is a digital urban legend and a humorous meme. No real event links the original video to any physical door to hell.
How do I get the Portal to Hell meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Portal to Hell” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Portal to Hell card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Portal to Hell Meme: The Tumblr Comic Series Explained · Portal to Hell · A guide to Portal to Hell, the craziest meta-meme on the Internet · checked on October 13, 2026.
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