From Ancient Magic Spells to Internet Memes: The Evolution of the Hieroglyphic Curse

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The concept of a "Hieroglyphic curse meme" is an interesting intersection between ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and modern internet memes. Hieroglyphs are a system of writing used by the ancient Egyptians, consisting of pictorial symbols that represent words or sounds. Memes, on the other hand, are internet phenomena that spread rapidly and often humorously through the sharing and adaptation of images, videos, or text. The idea of a Hieroglyphic curse meme involves taking the visual elements of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and applying them to a modern meme format. This could involve reimagining popular memes with hieroglyphic symbols or creating entirely new memes using hieroglyphic-inspired imagery. These Hieroglyphic curse memes may feature humorous or sarcastic messages, playing off the juxtaposition of ancient and modern cultures.


Sypha can use three different elemental spell books, all of which have extremely useful effects. Ice Magic shoots out a wave of ice shards that freezes enemies and objects on contact. You can use an enemy’s frozen body as a makeshift platform, or just shatter them to pieces. A little creativity can get you around certain screens as intended. Ice Magic can even kill Red Skeletons and temporarily freeze water. Fire Magic fires out a burning lash directly in front of Sypha, not unlike the Vampire Killer. Its reach and speed make it a great tool for taking out enemies from a distance. Lastly, Lightning Magic launches three bolts that hone in on any enemies on-screen. You can kill just about any boss or enemy from a safe distance.

Not only that, but there was a significant expansion for Dead Cells that gave it a plethora of Castlevania content and, most importantly, a highly successful Netflix series that will be getting a new season with Castlevania Nocturne. He comes to a full stop when you whip, his jump direction can t be changed mid-arch, and he walks with a slow stride that keeps the gameplay loop flowing at a deliberate pace.

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These Hieroglyphic curse memes may feature humorous or sarcastic messages, playing off the juxtaposition of ancient and modern cultures. They might also incorporate elements of Egyptian mythology and history, adding an educational or historical twist to the meme. The use of hieroglyphic symbols in these memes adds a visually interesting and unique aspect to the format, appealing to those with an interest in ancient civilizations or those who simply enjoy the novelty of the concept.

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It's been a long time since I drew one of these Castlevania tributes.
Today was as good a day as any.
It fulfills the 14th prompt of Inktober 2023: Castle.
It was also done to commemorate the most recent installment of Netflix Castlevania; Castlevania Nocturne.
This is the game that inspired the Noxturne. It is Castlevania Dracula X Rondo of Blood.

It is VERY important to note that this tribute pays homage to the game and the game only. Nocturne may have Richter Belmont and Maria Renard. (And it's own versions of Annette and Tera.) But it is drastically different from Rondo of Blood in many many aspects. So remember: this pic only pays tribute to Rondo of Blood. And to an extent: the 2D/3D remake from the Dracula X Chronicles.

Here are some of the previous tributes I did. One for Symphony of the Night and the other for Castlevania III Dracula's Curse when the first two seasons of Netflix Castlevania featuring Trevor Belmont came out.
https://www.deviantart.com/shinrago. ight-645470753
https://www.deviantart.com/shinrago. bute-770048668

The main hero and Belmont here is Richter Belmont. When I drew the Symphony of the Night tribute he was the enemy. Here he is in the hero's role again. His outfit more or less reflects his original Rondo of Blood outfit from the original Dracula X games: the original Japanese release and the Western release. For Maria Renard though I gave her the Chronicles outfit. It's also the outfit she wears in the Netflix series. But I gave her a white dove as those were her primary weapons in the game. I chose this outfit as the previous one made her looks a bit too much like Peach. Also I wasn't going for that early 90's anime aesthetic the original had.
Hence why I also used the Chronicles versions of Annette, Tera and Iris. Annette is on Richter's immediate right while Iris is on Maria's left. Tera is meanwhile to Annette's left.
It goes without saying that Annette and Tera weren't the damsels in distress in the Netflix series like they were in the games. I can't say the same for Iris though; she has yet to appear in Nocturne. if at all.

Dracula like the previous tributes looms large in the background signifying his dominance and awaiting the new Belmont to challenge him in his castle. This is also why it's important to note that this pic pays tribute to Rondo of Blood rather than Nocturne: Dracula isn't in Nocturne. I dont even know if he will ever show up atta point given that lore's continuity.

And like the previous entries I filled up the middle space with various bosses throughout the game: The Wyvern, The Sea Serpent, Camilla, Death, The Minotaur, The Werewolf, Shaft the Dark Priest and The Dullahan. The Bone Golem and The Dogether ended up on the cutting room floor when I couldn't fit them alongside Annette's demon form and the optional Hydra boss from Chronicles. The Minotuar and The Werewolf were musts as I hadn't included them in my original Symphony of the Night tribute. I have more than made up for that now.

It literally took me all day to finish this. XP I mean I had to stay home today so I figured I might as well see if I could get this done! And low and behold I did. I could've finished Rondo of Blood, Castlevania III and Symphony of the Night in the time it took me to complete this!! :V

Those three games BTW are some of the most vital entries in the series. So it'll probably quite some time before I do another one of these. Maybe one day Ill do one with Simon Belmont (Probably the first Castlevania) and a tribute to Castlevania: Bloodlines.

The NES stab is fast enough to keep most enemies stunned on contact. Quickly spamming the attack is a great way of killing sturdier enemies provided you can spare the confidence. The Famicom throw gives Grant what is essentially an infinite long-range Sub-Weapon–weak but effective enough to get around most foes. When it comes down to it, though, Grant’s real strengths lie outside of combat. He’s fast, can jump higher than any other character, change his direction mid-jump, climb walls or ceilings by holding up on the D-Pad, and fit into tight spaces to get items no one else can reach. All his skills offer platforming far more flexibility while also adding some new flavor to the typical Castlevania gameplay loop. Grant is acrobatic, unlike any other playable character in the series.
Hieroglyphic curse meme

In an age where internet memes dominate social media platforms, the Hieroglyphic curse meme is a creative way to merge the old with the new, combining ancient writing systems with contemporary humor and communication styles. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of memes to adapt, evolve, and entertain across different time periods and cultures, while also introducing a wider audience to the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs..

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1. John - 2 stars - I really didn't get the hype around the Hieroglyphic curse meme. It just seemed like a bunch of random symbols thrown together with no real comedic value. Maybe I'm missing something, but I found it to be pretty boring and unoriginal. I much prefer memes that actually have relatable or funny content.
2. Sarah - 1 star - This meme is just plain confusing. I couldn't make any sense of the hieroglyphic curse, and it left me scratching my head. It feels like an inside joke that I'm not a part of. I tried to find the humor in it, but it just fell flat for me. Definitely not my cup of tea.
3. Liam - 2 stars - I don't understand why people find the Hieroglyphic curse meme so entertaining. It's just a jumble of ancient Egyptian symbols with no clear meaning or message. I prefer memes that are more straightforward and actually make me laugh. This one just left me feeling puzzled and unamused.
4. Emily - 1 star - The Hieroglyphic curse meme is a perfect example of a meme that tries too hard to be funny and fails miserably. It feels like someone randomly put together hieroglyphics without any thought behind it. It's just a nonsense meme that lacks any sort of wit or cleverness. I was thoroughly unimpressed and would not recommend it to anyone.
5. Michael - 2 stars - I honestly don't understand the appeal of the Hieroglyphic curse meme. It's lacking any real substance or humor. It seems like a lazy attempt at creating a meme. I think people are just jumping on the bandwagon without actually recognizing its lack of originality.

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