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“RWBY” meme: meaning, origin and epic card

RWBY is an animated web series created by Rooster Teeth, first released in 2013.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “RWBY” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20815 of the collection, and the 20th 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 “RWBY” meme mean?

The meme acts as a concise synopsis of the show, highlighting its core premise of four color-coded heroines battling fantasy beasts. Online communities often reference it when discussing independent CGI animation, particularly comparing its aesthetic to MMD models, or celebrating the enduring legacy of the franchise over the years.

Where does the “RWBY” meme come from?

Conceived by creator Monty Oum under Rooster Teeth, the animated production made its debut on July 5, 2013, during the RTX convention. It became publicly accessible on RoosterTeeth.com on July 18, 2013. Following Ruby Rose, Weiss Schnee, Blake Belladonna, and Yang Xiao Long, the show rapidly built an online following. While the exact wording of the meme has no singular documented author, it mirrors common community summaries of the project.

  1. July 5, 2013The very first episode is screened at the RTX convention.
  2. July 18, 2013Official debut of episode one on RoosterTeeth.com.

How to use the “RWBY” meme

  • Explaining the premise of the animated franchise to newcomers.
  • Discussing web-based 3D production styles reminiscent of MMD animation.
  • Looking back at classic online web shows originating in 2013.

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The “RWBY” card in MyMemeCards

RWBY card
NumberNo. 20815
RarityEpic
CollectionMemes World series 70
Fame81/100 · #20 of 243
Recycle value20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 70: 243 cards
  • Common197.8%
  • Rare197.8%
  • Epic19580%
  • Legendary62.5%
  • Mythic41.6%

How to get the “RWBY” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; RWBY 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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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 RWBY stand for?

The acronym is formed by the initials of the four lead characters: Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang. The name is pronounced “Ruby.”

Who created RWBY?

The animated show was created by Monty Oum and produced by Rooster Teeth.

When did RWBY first air?

It was first shown at RTX on July 5, 2013, before its website release on July 18, 2013.

How do I get the RWBY meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “RWBY” 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 RWBY card?

It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: RWBY: Rooster Teeth's Anime-Style Web Series Explained · Thinking? | Fandom · RWBY - Wikipedia · checked on October 11, 2026.

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