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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Rocket Lawnchair” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21684 of the collection, and the 31st 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 “Rocket Lawnchair” meme mean?
It turns a powerful weapon into an absurd flying garden chair. It expresses player camaraderie over a charming localization error. Gamers use it to joke about the exaggerated pronunciation or refer to the weapon ironically within the community.
Where does the “Rocket Lawnchair” meme come from?
The origin lies in the voice announcement file of Metal Slug 2, released on Neo Geo in 1998. When a character picks up the rocket launcher, the announcer’s emphasis makes English speakers hear "rawket lawnchair." The voice actor remains unidentified. This auditory illusion spread through fan forums, becoming a cult reference due to its unintentional comedy.
- 1998Release of Metal Slug 2 on Neo Geo featuring the erroneous voice line.
- October 2006First documented internet occurrence on the YTMND website.
How to use the “Rocket Lawnchair” meme
- Use this term to describe a devastating attack during a retro gaming session.
- Print Rocket Lawnchair on a t-shirt to show your love for arcade classics.
- Mention this phrase in a YouTube comment to make fellow nostalgic players smile.
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The “Rocket Lawnchair” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Rocket Lawnchair” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Rocket Lawnchair comes out of the Memes World series 73 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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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 Rocket Lawnchair mean?
It is a mishearing of "rocket launcher" in Metal Slug 2.
Where does Rawket Lawnchair come from?
From the voiceover of the 1998 video game that mispronounces the weapon's name.
Who said Rocket Lawnchair?
An anonymous voice actor from the Neo Geo arcade game, not publicly identified.
How do I get the Rocket Lawnchair meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Rocket Lawnchair” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Rocket Lawnchair card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Rocket Lawnchair · Rocket Launcher - Metal Slug Wiki - Fandom · 로켓 런처 (r137 판) - 나무위키 · checked on October 14, 2026.
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