Equivalent Exchange Tarot

The Equivalent Exchange Tarot is a comprehensive 78-card deck, born from a collaborative effort of 80 artists and writers united by their appreciation for the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise. This project aims to translate the rich narrative and character archetypes of Fullmetal Alchemist into a functional tarot system. The deck is designed to appeal to fans of the series as a collectible art object, while also serving as a divination tool for tarot practitioners.

Each card in the deck features unique artwork, with specific Fullmetal Alchemist characters or scenes chosen to embody the traditional meanings of the Major and Minor Arcana. The campaign emphasizes the deck's dual purpose: to be a beautifully crafted set of art cards and a practical instrument for those who engage in tarot readings. The project successfully funded on Kickstarter in 2018, demonstrating significant community interest in this crossover concept.

The physical deck is produced with a smooth 350gsm card stock and a gloss finish, ensuring durability and a pleasant tactile experience. It comes in a custom box and includes a saddle-stitched tarot guide. The standard tarot size (2.75" x 4.75" / 70mm x 120mm) makes it compatible with most tarot accessories and familiar for experienced readers. An accompanying art book, featuring all card artworks without frames, was also offered as part of the campaign.

This deck is primarily for fans of the Fullmetal Alchemist anime and manga series who also have an interest in tarot or collecting themed art. It appeals to readers who enjoy pop-culture decks and appreciate collaborative art projects. While it functions as a divination tool, its specific thematic focus makes it particularly engaging for those who resonate with the FMA universe and its philosophical concepts of equivalent exchange and alchemy.

The Equivalent Exchange Tarot was a passion project initiated by Catstealers-Zines, bringing together a large community of 80 artists and writers. Their shared love for Fullmetal Alchemist inspired the creation of a full tarot deck that would serve both as a collection of art and a divination tool. The project aimed to translate the intricate themes and characters of the anime into the symbolic framework of tarot, driven by a desire to offer a unique, fan-created product to the FMA community.