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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “You Spoony Bard!” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21425 of the collection, and the 72nd 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 “You Spoony Bard!” meme mean?
The phrase expresses theatrical and confused anger. It mocks the literal translations of the 90s that lost original meaning to create hilarious nonsense. Users employ it to parody bizarre dialogues or overreacting to trivial situations with fake archaic flair.
Where does the “You Spoony Bard!” meme come from?
The phrase comes from the video game Final Fantasy IV, released on SNES in 1991 by Square. In the scene, Sage Tellah attacks Edward at Damcyan after Anna's death. The Japanese text contains an aggressive insult translated as "bastard." The English localization chose "You Spoony Bard!" where "spoony" means sentimental or foolish. This charming error remained in re-releases due to fan popularity.
- 1991Original release of Final Fantasy IV on SNES featuring the quote.
How to use the “You Spoony Bard!” meme
- Use it to describe a clumsy but sincere critique of a bad movie.
- Employ it when someone makes a ridiculous accusation during a family argument.
- Quote it to illustrate subtitle errors in recent anime series dubbing.
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The “You Spoony Bard!” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 69/100 · #72 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “You Spoony Bard!” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; You Spoony Bard! comes out of the Memes World series 72 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 You Spoony Bard mean?
It is a nonsensical insult meaning "Oh sentimental bard" or "foolish one." It stems from an approximate translation from Japanese to English.
Who says You Spoony Bard in FF4?
The character Tellah, a vengeful sage wizard, shouts it at Prince Edward disguised as a traveling musician.
Why did it become a meme?
Fans loved the involuntary humor of this phrase which did not match the violence of the original Japanese dialogue.
Does Spoony actually exist?
Yes, it is an old English adjective meaning sentimental, melancholic, or heedless, often used in the nineteenth century.
How do I get the You Spoony Bard! meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “You Spoony Bard!” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the You Spoony Bard! card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Spoony Bard | Tropedia - Fandom · You Spoony Bard! - Know Your Meme · Final Fantasy IV - Wikipedia · checked on October 13, 2026.
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