catshock

A cat with a dark, intense, and unblinking stare looking directly at the viewer.
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What does the catshock emoji mean?

A deeply unsettling, intense stare from a cat that pierces right through your soul.

This emoji features a low-resolution, high-contrast image of a cat with an unnervingly blank and intense expression. Often referred to as 'catstare' or 'cursed cat,' it is a staple of internet humor used to convey silent judgment, awkwardness, or a sense of impending doom in Discord chats. It is the perfect reaction for when someone says something so bizarre that words fail you.

When to use it

  • Expressing silent judgment toward a bad take
  • Reacting to an incredibly awkward chat moment
  • Staring down someone who said something weird
  • Creating a sense of dread in conversation

Also known as: :darkhogya_b2f:

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
  2. Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the catshock image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the catshock image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the catshock image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.