The Wild Unknown Pocket Tarot

Beautiful cards! Size does not detract and the images read perfectly for personal or intimate readings. Probably not the best if you were doing something with a room full of friends but that's not a big part of my self-reflective practice anyways and if you are doing party readings you probably already know whether or not you'll like this pocket deck. Card stock feels right for a product of this size and price. It is more than sufficient to handle some riffle or overhand shuffles and deal cards, it doesn't have to be able to take the abuse of faro shuffles or strong packet bends and most people who aren't cardists or card collectors probably won't remark on it at all. Think nice mail advert or postcard stock with a very slightly rough edge that will soften and break in with time. It's not luxurious art paper, nor does it have the wonderful cushion, slide and facility of a playing card deck by USPCC, but those are not needed in a workhorse tarot deck. And make no mistake, this thing is a workhorse. Gorgeous and deeply evocative imagery in the loose tradition of Rider-Waite-Smith in a easy to carry, easy to keep close, hard to get precious about, package. I love these cards, and part of that love is the joy of using them and not feeling trapped by a materialistic desire to keep them pristine. It encourages you to actually consult the cards, whether your use is divinitory, reflective or imaginative. One thing to note for new readers is that some of the associations are looser and less explicit to the "traditional" readings frequently taught for the Rider-Waite-Smith tradition, so some may find it easier to learn those meanings and how to make connections between cards with a deck that is more directly visually inspired by the Rider-Waite-Smith cards and be able to take stronger advantage of a world of writing. Having said that, your own sense of inspiration and dedication can see you through if these are the cards you want. What I would caution against is gifting this deck to someone else as their first deck unless they expressed strong interest first. My cards did weirdly arrive out of order, with the Wands and Cups somewhat intermingled and reversed (see full spread picture for the order received in the box). You can see the order returned to normal by the suit of Swords. Could be a packaging error, but I'm not sure how the factory would have both scrambled and reversed the cards. It may be that I got someone's returned deck, but as there is no damage to the cards and I am happy with the quality of the deck, I'm not raising any kind of fuss. It did arrive shrink wrapped. Other pictures included to communicate the size, which is a bit smaller than a poker card, basically the same size as a business card. What's nice is this size allows for a mousepad to be used easily for up to two rows of 4 card spreads and feels positively roomy for a 3 card. Thickness of the deck a bit thicker than a traditional deck of cards (52 suit cards + 2 jokers + 2 advert cards = 56 vs the tarot 78), but the tin is quite a bit thicker to accommodate the guidebook. The guidebook included is the cutest thing and the fact that it's a full book instead of a small fold-out sheet feels very luxe. More practically, if you do want to slog through this as your first deck, there's a bit more to build on to stoke your intuitive readings and more experienced readers can infer a bit more about the choices linking art and meaning. Very personally, I might have actually preferred the tradeoff of a thinner tin and including a link to a PDF guidebook. On the flip side, you can replace the small book with a reading cloth if you're into that. On that note, the easiest and smoothest way to get the cards out of the tin is to invert the cards out onto your palm, and the easiest way to get the cards back in is to reverse the operation: with the cards held in your palm, place the tin down over the cards as if it was a lid and flip the whole thing over. At the time of this review, MSRP is $18 and it's selling for about $13, with the full size deck selling for about twice that at $26. Both these prices are an incredible value on what amounts to 78 beatiful art prints. No shade if the big size represents a better value to you for the larger art to pore over, but if you are looking for an inspiring deck for yourself to use regularly, look no further. All in all, wonderful addition to the tarot world that I'm sure will see lots of use.

Oh how I love thee!! ;) The artwork is lovely. They feel good. The book and cards are the same version like the big cards edition. I am tickled to have little cards that fit in my little hands. Such an energy spike in a good way. They seem to syncrinize with you quickly and are quite fun to play with. You can feel the creators intentions as soon as you touch them. I am in love with this beautiful deck. From my perspective, you can be a beginner and have no issues with your first readings with this deck. The way she explains them in the book (which is so cute!!!!) helps the body and mind see, hear and feel the messages coming through. They are great companions and guides to have at your side and they can fit almost anywhere. :):) Incredible, mystical and heart warming cards-and the artist, too. They come with a keepsake tin and this way they can be passed on should the time ever come.

Its tiny and adorable!

I loved the og deck so much I had to get a pocket deck. The artwork is amazing and these cards just speak to me in a way other decks don't. It comes with a little pocket guide too! The tin is great quality and would stand up in a backpack or purse.

I love this deck! The color and quality are amazing and the info booklet is lovely and so helpful!

I was a little agitated that my order was 2 days later than expected, but it arrived, so that's great. These cards are gorgeous and perfect size for everyday use AND travel. The only issue I have, which is a design issue, is that this deck does not have reversed meanings included with the book. I'm sure with some practice and study, I can interpret the reversals for myself, but the creator did not account for them in the creation of the deck or the guidebook. the reason for this isn't FULLY explained, but there was an explanation in the book as to why that was, which I do appreciate. I did, however, love the fact that each card is pictured in the book, so that if im not exactly sure which card it is, I can find it that way. The next deck I hope to get is the Oracle deck for this same series, which is also GORGEOUS. I was kind of disappointed that the tin box was dented in one corner, but there were no issues with the cards themselves, so I can overlook that detail. If you're looking for a good starter deck, I wouldn't necessarily choose this one, because so much is left up to personal interpretation, but for more experienced readers, it can be perfect to make a reading more personal to you or the person you're reading. All in all, I love these cards, and I cannot wait to practice more with them.

This deck is so easy to connect with, and has upped my Tarot readings. It's also not too big and easy to shuffle with the size.

*insert Weezie's voice from Dragon Tails* LOOOVE IT. Just the right size for my hand size been able to shuffle the cards without any trouble

Loved it, I use it regularly. Enjoy working with a mini version, usually use for clarification purpose or for more info about the ambiguity of an already drawn card. Unusal yet beautiful illustrations of the cards but trigger warning for 10 of swords and nine swords card. They are gruesome. Definitely worth the price and a useful deck.

I simply adore this deck. So practical and handy. Lovely!

Love it the illustrations are whimsical and detailed guidebook I’d easy to follow and understand

本家も持ってますがこちらは小さくて可愛く、持ち運びにも便利そう。 カードそのものにはなにも文句はありませんが、カードをまとめていた帯封のノリが「世界」に少量付着していました。 配送の際の揺れの所為か、角が痛んでいるカードも数枚。 ただ占いにつかう時に気になるほどではありません。

Ce tarot est non seulement magnifiquement illustré mais le livret est également très bien fait. Il est extrêmement puissant, je l’emporte partout avec moi.