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 or caught off guard.

This is the iconic 'Surprised Pikachu' meme, originating from a 1998 episode of the Pokémon anime. It has become a staple of internet culture, used to represent feigned or genuine shock when an obvious consequence of one's own actions occurs. In Discord, it is the go-to reaction for unexpected plot twists or silly mistakes.

When to use it

  • Reacting to an obvious consequence of actions
  • Expressing genuine shock at a sudden reveal
  • Highlighting a moment of pure comedic confusion
  • Responding to a completely unexpected server update

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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 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.