I think every festival goer can agree- totems are essential. They are usually large cut outs that can play a large role in your group’s festival experience, and even safety. Coming back to reality after a weekend of following your beloved totem can sometimes even make you miss frantically looking for your group’s unique piece of art. However, there are definitely some totems that should be avoided if you want to be successful in finding your squad. Coming from someone who is a regular at Midwest festivals, here are the top 10 most common totems of 2016.

1. Rick and Morty

“That’s like planning for failure, Morty… even dumber than regular planning.”

2. LED jellyfish

It's all fun and games until there are 5 jellyfish umbrellas around you…

3. Dick butt

The modern day Rick Roll. Just don’t do it.

4. Chicago loves house music

Something that needs to be clarified every once in a while, for sure.

5. Tina Belcher

Poor Tina is far too awkward for the amount of fame she is gaining.

6. Prehistoric Spongebob

Usually accompanied by “when you can’t find your squad.” Ironic ….

7. This is a Good Sign

A sign so good that everyone has it!

8. RIP Harambe

May his soul live on. Forever. Everywhere.

9. Are you feeling it Now Mr. Krabs?

10. Blow up Becky

A classic, however she will be destroyed and sloppy before she can be useful for her services.