pikachu

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

The quintessential reaction for when you are absolutely stunned by the audacity of a situation.

This is the legendary 'Surprised Pikachu' meme, originating from an early episode of the Pokémon anime. It has become the internet's go-to reaction for expressing feigned or genuine shock when a predictable outcome actually happens. In Discord, it is perfect for highlighting ironic realizations or reacting to unexpected plot twists in chat.

When to use it

  • Reacting to an obvious outcome happening
  • Expressing shock at a ridiculous statement
  • Highlighting irony in a conversation thread
  • Responding to a completely unexpected plot twist

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Download PNG above to save the pikachu image.
  2. Open Discord and go to Server Settings → Emoji.
  3. Click Upload Emoji and choose the downloaded file.
  4. Give it a name and save. You need the Manage Emojis and Stickers 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 → 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 → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.