
Charming Disaster: Double Album + 2nd Edition Oracle Deck!
by Charming Disaster
Theme: Gothic, noir, and folklore-inspired stories from the musical duo Charming Disaster
An updated edition of the Charming Disaster Oracle Deck, featuring 12 new cards inspired by songs from the musical duo Charming Disaster's new double album. This deck blends gothic humor, noir storytelling, and folklore themes.
About This Deck
The Charming Disaster Oracle Deck is an expansion and updated second edition of an oracle deck created by the Brooklyn-based musical duo, Charming Disaster. This edition adds 12 new cards, directly inspired by songs from their recently released double album. The deck draws its thematic content from the duo's musical style, which is characterized by dark stories, gothic humor, noir elements, murder ballads, folklore, fairy tales, mythology, and the occult.
The original oracle deck was conceived as a companion to their music, translating their playfully macabre sensibility into a visual format for divination. The addition of new cards ensures the deck remains current with their artistic output, offering fresh interpretations and expanding the narrative possibilities for readings. The deck is designed to reflect the dramatic flair and storytelling inherent in their songs, providing a unique and thematic experience for users.
While specific details about the card count of the original deck are not provided, the addition of 12 new cards suggests a substantial expansion. The deck is intended to appeal to fans of Charming Disaster's music, as well as those who appreciate a darker, story-driven approach to oracle readings, infused with literary and mythological references. The campaign successfully raised $23,615 from 361 backers, indicating a strong interest in both the music and the accompanying oracle deck.
Key Features
- Updated 2nd edition of the Charming Disaster Oracle Deck
- Includes 12 new cards inspired by new songs
- Thematically linked to the musical duo Charming Disaster's double album
- Draws inspiration from gothic humor, noir storytelling, folklore, and the occult
- Successfully funded on Kickstarter with $23,615 raised by 361 backers
Who It's For
This oracle deck is ideal for fans of the musical duo Charming Disaster, as it directly ties into their albums and artistic themes. It also appeals to readers who enjoy oracle decks with a darker, gothic, or macabre aesthetic, particularly those interested in folklore, mythology, and literary-inspired storytelling. Readers who appreciate a deck with a strong narrative voice and a unique, artistic sensibility will find this deck engaging.
The Story Behind This Deck
Charming Disaster is a Brooklyn-based musical duo formed in 2012 by Ellia Bisker and Jeff Morris. Their music is inspired by the gothic humor of Edward Gorey and Tim Burton, the noir storytelling of Raymond Chandler, Americana murder ballads, and cabaret drama. They craft songs about love, death, crime, folklore, fairy tales, mythology, literature, and the occult, all delivered with a playfully macabre sensibility. Their music has been featured on the podcast Welcome to Night Vale, and they have toured with Rasputina, captivating audiences across the United States with their theatrical live performances.
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Campaign Stats
Raised
$24K
Backers
361
Funded
118%
Launched
Jun 2024
Platform: Kickstarter
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