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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Shot, Chaser” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21674 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 “Shot, Chaser” meme mean?
The phrase borrows from drinking culture: swallowing strong liquor followed by a mixer to mask the taste. In memes, it helps digest a shock by offering humorous contrast. Users aim to soften negative impact through irony, turning serious situations into lighthearted moments.
Where does the “Shot, Chaser” meme come from?
The term stems from alcohol consumption habits. Its journalistic use dates back to August 7, 1998, in *The Hotline* (*National Journal*) under the column « Last Call », using « Shot… Chaster… ». The first archived digital trace appears on August 21, 2008. The format spread widely on Twitter starting in 2009, often pairing dark news with comedic anecdotes.
- 1998First identified journalistic usage in The Hotline's « Last Call » column.
- 2008First digitally archived occurrence on the Internet Archive.
- 2009Viral spread of the format on Twitter.
How to use the “Shot, Chaser” meme
- Share a tweet contrasting a natural disaster with a silly office joke.
- Use the format in comments to downplay a disappointing political announcement.
- Post an image showing a professional failure followed by a ridiculous personal success.
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The “Shot, Chaser” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Shot, Chaser” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Shot, Chaser 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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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 Shot Chaser meme mean?
It is a text format where shocking news is followed by a humorous remark to soften the blow.
Where does the expression Shot Chaser come from?
It comes from bars but was formalized by a journalist in 1998 before becoming an internet meme.
Who invented Shot Chaser?
Exact authorship is unclear, but the first known written usage dates to 1998 in American press.
How to use Shot Chaser?
Associate two contrasting facts: a serious negative event and a funny or absurd detail.
How do I get the Shot, Chaser meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Shot, Chaser” 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 Shot, Chaser card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Shot, Chaser · Template | Shot, Chaser · Shot. Chaser. · checked on October 14, 2026.
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