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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Ugandan Knuckles” is a mythic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20787 of the collection, and the 1st 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 “Ugandan Knuckles” meme mean?
This meme expresses digital absurdity, online chaos, and playful mockery. It symbolizes an intrusive yet harmless presence where repetitive phonetic phrases create ironic camaraderie among players. The avatar embodies the joy of collective nonsense in multiplayer environments.
Where does the “Ugandan Knuckles” meme come from?
The phenomenon began on February 20, 2017, with Gregzilla's video « KINDA REVIEWS // Sonic Lost World ». This parody review featured a distorted, crudely drawn Knuckles. The 3D model became available on DeviantArt via tidiestflyer on September 16, 2017. Its massive adoption occurred in VRChat by late December 2017. Videos by SoyerCake and Tanksblast amplified its fame. The character blends gaming culture with independent Ugandan cinema aesthetics.
- 2017-02-20Release of the initial parody video by Gregzilla.
- 2017-09-16Upload of the downloadable 3D model on DeviantArt.
- 2017-12-27Viral spread through creations by SoyerCake and Tanksblast.
How to use the “Ugandan Knuckles” meme
- Use the avatar to calmly disrupt serious conversations in public lobbies.
- Quote the catchphrase during inside jokes about geography or video games.
- Organize themed gatherings mimicking the synchronized chants and movements.
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The “Ugandan Knuckles” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Mythic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 94/100 · #1 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 80 MemeCoins (240 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Ugandan Knuckles” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Ugandan Knuckles comes out of the Memes World series 70 as a mythic 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 80 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 exactly is Ugandan Knuckles?
It is a VRChat avatar based on a caricature of Knuckles the hedgehog. This character became famous for its chaotic actions and repetitive phrase in virtual worlds.
Who created Ugandan Knuckles?
The original caricature comes from a Gregzilla video. The 3D model used in VRChat was created by tidiestflyer on DeviantArt. The exact identity of the initial drawer remains unknown.
What does do you know da wae mean?
This phonetic expression means 'do you know the way?'. It references the Ugandan film Who Killed Captain Alex? and serves as an identity marker for users of the avatar.
Why is Ugandan Knuckles popular?
Its popularity stems from visual and auditory absurdity. Players enjoy the unpredictability and the sense of community created by impersonal gatherings in VRChat.
How do I get the Ugandan Knuckles meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Ugandan Knuckles” is a mythic 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 Ugandan Knuckles card?
It is a Mythic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Ugandan Knuckles - Know Your Meme · Knuckles - Know Your Meme · Ugandan Knuckles · checked on October 11, 2026.
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