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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Red Shirt Guy” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20954 of the collection, and the 170th 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 “Red Shirt Guy” meme mean?
This meme represents a scenario where a passionate enthusiast publicly corrects experts using highly precise knowledge of a niche subject. It captures the humorous embarrassment of professionals caught off-guard by an inquiry that exposes deep inconsistencies in their work.
Where does the “Red Shirt Guy” meme come from?
The phenomenon stems from Ian Bates, then seventeen years old, speaking during the World of Warcraft lore panel at BlizzCon 2010. The amateur footage was uploaded to YouTube on October 23, 2010, and shared on Reddit on October 27. In the clip, Bates questions Chris Metzen and Alex Afrasiabi about a discrepancy involving Falstad Wildhammer in the novel The Shattering versus the Cataclysm beta. The developers were taken aback as Bates provided precise details regarding Wrath of the Lich King events. This viral interaction is remembered for its startling accuracy.
How to use the “Red Shirt Guy” meme
- Use this image to gently mock a colleague who corrects a minor mistake with comedic arrogance.
- Share this clip when you need to explain an obscure technical detail to someone unfamiliar with the topic.
- Reference it in comments to point out a logical inconsistency detected in an official statement or announcement.
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The “Red Shirt Guy” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 76/100 · #170 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Red Shirt Guy” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Red Shirt Guy 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
Who is Red Shirt Guy?
He is Ian Bates, a teenage World of Warcraft fan who gained fame after questioning the game's creators at BlizzCon 2010.
What exactly does the fan ask?
He questions the developers about the supposed presence of Falstad Wildhammer on the Council of Three Hammers, despite his absence in the game at that time.
Why is the video funny?
The humor lies in the developers' reaction, caught off-guard by a question so precise it reveals a potential inconsistency in their own creation.
How do I get the Red Shirt Guy meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Red Shirt Guy” 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 Red Shirt Guy card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: BlizzCon 2011 · Red Shirt Guy - World of WarCraft Video | The Mary Sue · Red Shirt Guy - Know Your Meme · checked on October 11, 2026.
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