In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, where trends shift quicker than a pump and dump, a recent thread on X (formerly Twitter) has sparked lively discussions among traders and enthusiasts. Posted by @The__Solstice, a self-described "semi-retarded trader," the thread dives into the essence of what makes meme coins tick—or fizzle out. It's all about belief, or the lack thereof, and how that plays into the bigger picture for Q4 2025.

The thread kicks off by quoting a post from @SpottieWiFi, the Chief Meme Officer for $ASTER and $WIFI. SpottieWiFi's original post mocks holders of underperforming tokens, or "shit bags," who are desperately hoping for one last pump to cash out and jump into $ASTER with serious capital. He predicts $ASTER could skyrocket to $10 or more, adding a sarcastic thumbs up for good measure.

@The__Solstice responds with a thoughtful take: "The core tenet or rather lack thereof with memes is the issue. There is no magic if no one believes. Q4 is up only but only for perps dexes and stablecoin alts. Because people truly believe they can go to billions. And they will. And we all get rich for once, finally again."

Here, "perps dexes" refers to decentralized exchanges that specialize in perpetual futures contracts—think leveraged trading without expiration dates. Stablecoin alts are alternative stablecoins beyond the big names like USDT or USDC, often pegged to the dollar but with unique twists. The key point? These sectors have strong community faith in their potential to reach massive market caps, unlike many meme coins where hype can fade fast.

The replies pour in, reflecting the divided opinions in the crypto community. @Gorni_og chimes in: "good tech like $WURK will help," suggesting that solid technology could bolster belief in certain projects.

@G00Dw1ll adds: "yes. as the amount of memes increase, the less people care about any one meme." This highlights the saturation problem in the meme coin space—too many options dilute attention and belief.

SpottieWiFi himself replies with a emphatic "YES," accompanied by a GIF of Doctor Strange declaring "We're in the endgame now," implying the meme coin era might be evolving or peaking.

Another user, @ElinaWeb3, simply states: "Belief drives the magic," echoing the main theme.

@DCTradez08_ shouts: "RETURN TO MEMES!" But @The__Solstice claps back: "If you want to stay poor, sure." Ouch—that's a direct jab at those clinging to fading meme trends.

@ToesBeaver suggests: "Q4 could be an animal meta - Hugo might be a real play…" referencing animal-themed memes, with images of a pygmy hippo calf naming poll where "Hugo" is leading.

@KiloTNT_ quips: "Get a corgi bro," with a cute corgi GIF, lightening the mood.

@ tVC16z expresses frustration: "I hope memes crash and burn."

Finally, @JackN1x offers a balanced view: "Memes spark the crowd, but rails keep the ride. Q4 hype fades without real liquidity and risk controls build for durability, not dopamine money."

This thread captures the pulse of Crypto Twitter: optimism for DeFi and stablecoins, skepticism toward oversaturated memes, and a reminder that belief is the secret sauce. As we head into Q4 2025, projects like $ASTER are betting big on community hype, but as @The__Solstice points out, true conviction could lead to billions in market cap for the right alts.

For blockchain practitioners looking to stay ahead, threads like this are gold. They highlight how sentiment drives markets more than tech alone in the meme space. If you're holding memes, ask yourself: does the community truly believe?

Check out the full thread here and join the conversation.