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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Rare Pepe” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20832 of the collection, and the 37th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Rare Pepe” meme mean?
The term ironically comments on the market value and perceived exclusivity of altered images. It expresses belonging to a specific digital subculture where rarity is artificially constructed via watermarks or complex edits. Usage often highlights the absurdity of monetizing free content while celebrating the technical creativity of participants trying to stand out in a saturated feed.
Where does the “Rare Pepe” meme come from?
The concept emerged on the /r9k/ board of 4chan, although the exact date remains debated between October 2014 and October 2015. Users began sharing modified versions of Pepe the Frog, a character from Matt Furie's comic *Boy’s Club*, attributing them with supposed high value. The movement gained traction when, in early April 2015, a collection of approximately 1,200 images was auctioned on eBay. Bids reportedly reached $99,166 before the listing was removed. This event mediatized the phenomenon, turning simple image files into recognized digital collectibles for part of the online community.
How to use the “Rare Pepe” meme
- Share a modified image with a watermark to signal its exclusive nature to your contacts.
- Use the term to ironically comment on the supposed value of a mundane digital object.
- Reference the 2015 eBay auction to illustrate speculation around internet content.
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The “Rare Pepe” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 80/100 · #37 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Rare Pepe” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Rare Pepe comes out of the Memes World series 70 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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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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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 Rare Pepe mean?
It refers to unique variants of the frog Pepe, treated as digital collectible cards with assumed rarity.
Rare Pepe origin?
The phenomenon started on the /r9k/ board of 4chan around 2014 or 2015, without a single identified author.
Who created Rare Pepe?
Pepe the Frog comes from Matt Furie, but Rare Pepe is a collective anonymous creation from internet forums.
How do I get the Rare Pepe meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Rare Pepe” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Rare Pepe card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Rare Pepe - Know Your Meme · Pepe the Frog - Wikipedia · Лягушонок Пепе · checked on October 11, 2026.
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