meme-generation

Generate meme PNGs by overlaying captions on imgflip templates.

Updated May 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Z43L/zeus-agent --skill meme-generation-z43l
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Skill: meme-generation
Source: https://github.com/Z43L/zeus-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/creative/meme-generation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Z43L/zeus-agent --skill meme-generation-z43l

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires Pillow, requests, urllib, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Meme-generation turns a topic or situation into an actual meme image instead of just text ideas, saving you time and getting you to something shareable immediately.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Template-based meme rendering: Generates real .png memes by overlaying captions on popular imgflip templates.
  • Curated captions with smart positioning: Uses hand-tuned text placement for common meme formats (e.g., two-button dilemmas, expanding brain levels).
  • Dynamic template search: Pulls template names from the imgflip API and auto-selects text field positions when using non-curated templates.
  • Custom AI scene support (optional path): When an image-generation capability is available, it can create a scene first and then overlay meme text using either overlay or readable top/bottom bars.

Quick Start

Ask for a meme by providing a topic and template preference, for example: "Make a 'this-is-fine' meme about debugging production at 2 AM with 'SERVERS ARE ON FIRE' and 'This is fine'."

Frequently Asked Questions about meme-generation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate meme images from templates with custom captions?

To generate meme images, you select a template and overlay topic-based captions into rendered PNG files. The tool uses Pillow to render font-outlined text and saves the final meme as a deterministic PNG file at your specified path.

Can I pull meme templates dynamically from the imgflip API?

Yes, you can pull meme templates dynamically from the imgflip API. The tool caches the results and auto-selects text field positions for non-curated templates, allowing you to look up and use a wide variety of popular meme formats on demand.

Do I need Pillow and requests installed to render meme PNGs?

Yes, you need Pillow, requests, and urllib installed to render meme PNGs. Pillow handles the font-outlined caption rendering, while requests and urllib manage the dynamic template lookup and API interactions with imgflip.

Does meme generation support two-option and multi-line caption layouts?

Meme generation supports common joke structures including top/bottom, multi-line, and two-option layouts. It applies hand-tuned text placement for curated formats like two-button dilemmas and expanding brain levels to ensure proper visual positioning.

What is the best way to create a custom meme scene before overlaying text?

The best way to create a custom meme scene is to pair this tool with an image-generation capability. It can create a scene first and then overlay meme text using either a direct overlay or readable top/bottom bars for custom AI-generated backgrounds.