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“Wizard Obama” meme: meaning, origin and common card

Wizard Obama refers to a photo of Barack Obama taken in August 2012 by Carolyn Kaster.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Wizard Obama” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21793 of the collection, and the 187th 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 “Wizard Obama” meme mean?

The meme uses this visual ambiguity to attribute supernatural powers to the president. It often expresses disproportionate ability or an unexpected solution to a complex problem. The humor lies in the contrast between the character's seriousness and the absurdity of his 'spells'. It is used to illustrate an action perceived as miraculous, fast, or mysterious in any context.

Where does the “Wizard Obama” meme come from?

The image comes from a campaign speech by Barack Obama in Iowa, photographed by Carolyn Kaster for the Associated Press in August 2012. The overlap of lights creates this unique optical effect. Although the exact date of the first online publication remains unknown, the photograph circulated widely after being distributed by news agencies. It became a standard macro-image, allowing internet users to add various humorous captions over the original photo without changing the base visual.

How to use the “Wizard Obama” meme

  • Add a sarcastic caption to a situation where someone solves a problem in an improvised way.
  • Illustrate a surprise announcement that radically changes the course of a discussion or event.
  • Describe a technical action mastered with a disconcerting apparent ease.

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The “Wizard Obama” card in MyMemeCards

Wizard Obama card
NumberNo. 21793
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 73
Fame63/100 · #187 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 73: 300 cards
  • Common20167%
  • Rare9933%

How to get the “Wizard Obama” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Wizard Obama comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common 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 5 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 took the Wizard Obama photo?

The photograph was taken by Carolyn Kaster, a photographer for the Associated Press, during a public event.

Where did the original speech take place?

The event took place in the state of Iowa in the United States during the presidential campaign period.

What is the exact date of the photo?

The shot dates back to August 2012, but the specific day is not explicitly mentioned in accessible primary sources.

How do I get the Wizard Obama meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Wizard Obama” is a common 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 Wizard Obama card?

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

Sources: Reputation · [Image - 389771] | Wizard Obama · Conheça a origem de cinco memes com Obama | GZH · checked on October 15, 2026.

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