pikachu

Pikachu with a wide-eyed, open-mouthed expression of shock.
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What does the pikachu emoji mean?

The ultimate reaction for when you are genuinely stunned by a ridiculous turn of events.

This is the iconic 'Surprised Pikachu' meme, originating from a scene in the original Pokรฉmon anime series. It has become a staple of internet culture, used to express feigned or genuine shock when a predictable outcome actually happens. It is perfect for Discord servers when someone says something completely absurd or when a plan goes predictably wrong.

When to use it

  • Reacting to a completely predictable outcome happening
  • Expressing shock at a ridiculous statement made
  • Showing faux surprise during a funny conversation
  • Highlighting a moment of realization in chat

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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 โ†’ Server Settings โ†’ Emoji โ†’ Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the pikachu 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 pikachu image.
  2. Open Server Settings โ†’ Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the pikachu image.
  2. Go to Server Settings โ†’ Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.