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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “TMNT” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21635 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 “TMNT” meme mean?
The meme is typically invoked to point out how an inherently ridiculous premise managed to achieve legendary pop-culture status. It captures the humor behind combining high art, sewer dwelling, and ninjutsu, serving as shorthand for chaotic yet oddly functional team dynamics.
Where does the “TMNT” meme come from?
The concept originated in 1984 when comic artists Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird launched the series through Mirage Studios. Conceived largely as an affectionate parody of superhero tropes, the storyline introduced Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo alongside their rat mentor, Splinter. The franchise evolved from a raw independent black-and-white comic into a multi-generational phenomenon, providing endless comedic material online regarding its bizarre core concept.
- 1984Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird publish the very first comic book issue with Mirage Studios.
How to use the “TMNT” meme
- Highlighting how completely surreal a famous franchise premise actually is.
- Describing a friend group composed of wildly distinct personalities working together.
- Reacting humorously to martial arts chaos or sewer-related news.
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The “TMNT” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21635 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “TMNT” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; TMNT 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 was the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic?
It was an indie comic created in 1984 by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird under Mirage Studios. The book was originally intended as a parody of gritty superhero comics.
Why are the ninja turtles named after Renaissance artists?
Their creators picked famous Renaissance artists to add an incongruous, humorous contrast to the concept of mutant reptiles living in sewers.
Who teaches martial arts to the turtles?
They are trained by Master Splinter, a mutated rat who acts as both their martial arts sensei and adoptive father in New York City.
How do I get the TMNT meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “TMNT” 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 TMNT card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Cowabunga! A Look Back at 40 Years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles · Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles · The Complete History of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Mental Floss · checked on October 14, 2026.
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