SilverWook said:

Is there more than one meaning? I'm pretty sure I've heard it in Monty Python, but it's one of those things that often sails over the heads of us Yanks. ;)

bug·ger [buhg-er, boog-]

noun

1. Informal. a fellow or lad (used affectionately or abusively): a cute little bugger.

2. Informal. any object or thing.

3. Often Vulgar. a sodomite.

4. Chiefly British Slang.

a. a despicable or contemptible person, especially a man.

b. an annoying or troublesome thing, situation, etc.

verb (used with object)

5. Often Vulgar. to sodomize.

6. Slang. damn: Bugger the cost—I want the best.

7. Chiefly British Slang. to trick, deceive, or take advantage of.

Verb phrases

8. bugger off, Chiefly British Slang. to depart; bug off.

9. bugger up, Chiefly British Slang. to ruin; spoil; botch.

I too was unaware of the other meaning of the word. Still doubt Card used it with malicious intent.