Tarot

Burning Heart Tarot: A Deck Inspired by Love and Cannibals

by Ginger Breo

The Burning Heart Tarot is a 78-card deck inspired by themes of love, madness, and the macabre. It aims to offer an intense and unique reading experience.

dark

78 cards

Key Features

78-card tarot deck
Inspired by themes of love, madness, and the macabre
Successfully funded on Kickstarter in 2016

Who It's For

This deck is suited for experienced tarot readers and collectors who are drawn to dark, macabre, or gothic aesthetics. It appeals to those interested in exploring themes of intense emotion, psychological depth, and unconventional narratives within their tarot practice. It is likely not for beginners or those seeking a traditional, gentle, or lighthearted deck.

Funded on Kickstarter · 177 backers · Launched Mar 2016 · View campaign

Last updated April 14, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cards are in the Burning Heart Tarot?

The Burning Heart Tarot is a full 78-card deck, adhering to the standard structure of Major and Minor Arcana found in most tarot systems.

What is the theme of the Burning Heart Tarot?

The deck is inspired by themes of love, madness, and the macabre, with a stated aim to be intense, unique, and darkly beautiful. It draws inspiration from a 'favorite cannibal,' suggesting a specific, unconventional narrative influence.

Is the Burning Heart Tarot suitable for beginners?

Given its 'intense, macabre, and unique' thematic inspiration, the Burning Heart Tarot is likely better suited for experienced tarot readers or collectors who appreciate darker aesthetics, rather than beginners seeking a more traditional or gentle introduction to tarot.