Pookie Cat Tarot (CAT-rot) cards - when divination met a cat

The Pookie Cat Tarot, also known as the CAT-rot, is a 78-card deck created by artist Maria van Bruggen. This deck aims to infuse daily life with laughter and silliness, offering a less serious approach to divination. The cards are designed to be colorful, funny, and full of surprising hidden meanings, making them suitable for daily inspiration and specific spreads.

Before its creation as a tarot deck, PookieCat, the central feline character, appeared in various books, magazines, postcards, and even billboards promoting pet adoption. The deck's development was a long-anticipated project, brought to fruition after numerous requests from fans. It is presented as a tool for those who believe laughter is the best form of divination, or simply for cat lovers.

The physical deck features cards sized 6.5 x 9 cm (2.5 x 3.5 inches), which the creator notes are comfortable for smaller hands. Each deck includes a digital booklet accessible via a QR code, explaining card meanings and spread suggestions, along with a beautiful organza pouch for storage. Custom hand-painted wooden boxes were also available as an add-on during the campaign.

This deck is ideal for cat lovers, individuals seeking a lighthearted and humorous approach to tarot, and those who prefer smaller, more manageable card sizes. It appeals to beginners who might find traditional tarot intimidating, as well as experienced readers looking for a whimsical, joyful deck for daily inspiration or specific spreads focused on well-being and positive outlooks.

Maria van Bruggen created the Pookie Cat Tarot after the character PookieCat had already gained popularity through appearances in books, magazines, postcards, and billboards. The deck was a long-planned project, finally realized after years of requests from fans. Van Bruggen aimed to create a deck that brought laughter and a less serious perspective to divination, believing that humor can transform challenging situations.