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“Special Snowflake” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

“Special Snowflake” is an internet insult mocking those who believe they are unique and deserve special treatment.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 7 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Special Snowflake” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21283 of the collection, and the 210th 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 “Special Snowflake” meme mean?

The expression criticizes excessive ego and modern victimhood. It targets individuals who consider themselves special due to their identity or perceived originality, despite being ordinary. The snowflake symbolizes this psychological fragility and oversensitivity to the world.

Where does the “Special Snowflake” meme come from?

The famous line comes from the 1999 film Fight Club, where Tyler Durden, played by Brad Pitt, says: “You are not special. You are not a beautiful or unique snowflake.” This dialogue adapts an existing educational idea that every child is a unique snowflake. Although 1999 is cited, it is impossible to confirm if the internet meme emerged exactly then. Viral spread likely occurred later, notably on Tumblr in the 2000s or around 2011, targeting users claiming atypical identities.

How to use the “Special Snowflake” meme

  • Use this card to remind someone complaining excessively that they are not exceptional.
  • Employ it to criticize those demanding privileges based on their supposed uniqueness.
  • Use it to mock the fragile sensitivity of those who refuse any criticism.

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The “Special Snowflake” card in MyMemeCards

Special Snowflake card
NumberNo. 21283
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 71
Fame71/100 · #210 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 71: 300 cards
  • Rare300100%

How to get the “Special Snowflake” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Special Snowflake comes out of the Memes World series 71 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

Who said special snowflake?

It is Tyler Durden, portrayed by Brad Pitt, in the 1999 film Fight Club.

What is the origin of special snowflake?

The term comes from a Fight Club quote adapting an educational concept about the unique child.

Why call someone special snowflake?

This term is used to mock those who wrongly believe they are exceptional and deserve special treatment.

How do I get the Special Snowflake meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Special Snowflake” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Special Snowflake card?

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

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