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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Shitstorm” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21461 of the collection, and the 153rd 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 “Shitstorm” meme mean?
This word expresses collective chaos and digital outrage. It describes a situation where controversy goes viral, triggering a storm of aggressive reactions. The dominant emotion is frustration over deafening noise that drowns out any nuance or constructive dialogue.
Where does the “Shitstorm” meme come from?
Although the card mentions 2002, the English term exists for much longer. Norman Mailer uses it in *The Naked and the Dead* (1948) to describe a dangerous combat situation. Kurt Vonnegut also employs it in *Cat’s Cradle* (1963). Its modern digital sense emerges later. In Germany, Sascha Lobo notes its common usage around autumn 2009. He publishes an article on January 6, 2010. *Der Spiegel* mentions the word for the first time on June 10, 2010. The exact origin of the 2002 visual meme remains unknown.
- 1948Norman Mailer uses the term in his novel to evoke a dangerous combat situation.
How to use the “Shitstorm” meme
- Use this term to describe an online boycott campaign that quickly degenerates into toxicity.
- Employ it when a political statement triggers an avalanche of hateful comments from users.
- Apply it to qualify a public relations crisis that completely escapes the company's control.
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The “Shitstorm” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 68/100 · #153 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Shitstorm” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Shitstorm 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
What does shitstorm mean?
It refers to a storm of negative opinions online. This happens when a controversy goes viral and triggers a massive wave of aggressive criticism.
Shitstorm origin?
The word comes from English and appears in novels like Norman Mailer's in 1948. Its digital usage spreads mainly starting from 2009 in Germany.
Shitstorm definition?
It designates a chaotic and unpleasant situation. On the internet, this corresponds to collective and aggressive outrage directed at someone or something.
How do I get the Shitstorm meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Shitstorm” 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 Shitstorm card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Shitstorm - BrandSimpli · Was ist ein Shitstorm? Definition, Beispiele & Übersetzung - IONOS · Shitstorm - Wikipedia · checked on October 13, 2026.
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