Pacific Arcana: TUMULTUS - A Pacific Rim Uprising Tarot Deck

Pacific Arcana: Tumultus is the second installment in a fan-created tarot series, building upon the success of the original Pacific Arcana deck. This 78-card deck draws its inspiration from the cinematic universe of Pacific Rim Uprising, specifically focusing on the mechas, kaiju (monsters), and human characters within the film's expanded world. The project is a collaborative effort, bringing together over 70 fan artists, each contributing their unique vision to the tarot archetypes through the lens of this sci-fi franchise.

The deck is designed to be fully functional for divination, while also appealing to fans of the Pacific Rim series. It aims to create a cohesive "world of tarot" rich with symbolism and intricate connections between cards, all tied into the film's narrative and visual motifs. Beyond its use for readings, the deck is also presented as a collectible item, allowing enthusiasts to carry a piece of their favorite characters and the film's encouraging themes with them.

A significant component of the project is the accompanying 132-page, full-color handbook. This book delves deeply into each card, from the Major to the Minor Arcana and all court cards, providing over 20,000 words of notes, card analysis, and film theory. It is crafted to serve both seasoned tarot readers and newcomers, offering a unique entry point into divination through the engaging world of giant robots and monsters.

This deck is ideal for fans of the Pacific Rim franchise and collectors of pop-culture themed tarot decks. It will appeal to readers who appreciate collaborative art projects and diverse artistic interpretations within a single deck. Both experienced tarot readers looking for a unique, thematic deck and beginners interested in a more accessible entry point to divination through a familiar fictional universe will find value in its comprehensive handbook and engaging imagery.

Mia Mardikian spearheaded the Pacific Arcana project, building on the success of the first Pacific Arcana deck released three years prior. The initial deck brought together over 50 artists, and for Tumultus, the collaboration expanded to over 70 artists. The project was driven by a desire to create a living, breathing tarot deck based on the Pacific Rim cinematic universe, while also giving back to the community. The focus for Tumultus was to explore the newest chapter of the film, integrating its mechas, monsters, and human elements into a functional and symbolic tarot system.