Tarot

Talisman Tarot- Second Edition

by Oli Thalassinos

The Talisman Tarot, Second Edition, is a monoprint tarot deck by Oli Thalassinos, drawing inspiration from magic, cartomancy, and the Tarot de Marseille tradition. It aims to provide potent tools for divination and discernment.

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Key Features

Monoprint artwork style
Informed by magic, cartomancy, and Tarot de Marseille
Second Edition, indicating refinements from a previous version
Successfully funded on Kickstarter with 69 backers

Who It's For

This deck is designed for experienced tarot readers and practitioners of magic and cartomancy who appreciate the historical roots of tarot, particularly the Tarot de Marseille tradition. It will appeal to those who prefer a less illustrative, more symbolic approach to card imagery and are drawn to unique, handcrafted art styles like monoprinting. Readers seeking a deck with a strong esoteric and magical emphasis will find it particularly resonant.

Funded on Kickstarter · 69 backers · Launched May 2024 · View campaign

Last updated October 20, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the artistic style of the Talisman Tarot?

The Talisman Tarot features monoprint artwork. This technique involves creating unique prints by applying ink to a surface and then transferring it to paper, resulting in distinctive textures and often bold, expressive imagery. This handcrafted approach contributes to the deck's 'talismanic' quality.

Which tarot tradition does the Talisman Tarot follow?

The Talisman Tarot is informed by the Tarot de Marseille tradition. This means it likely emphasizes pip cards with symbolic arrangements rather than fully illustrated scenes, and its structure and interpretations are rooted in the historical and esoteric lineage of Marseille-style decks.

Is the Talisman Tarot suitable for beginners?

Given its inspiration from Tarot de Marseille and emphasis on magic and cartomancy, the Talisman Tarot may be more suited for experienced readers or those familiar with traditional tarot systems. Beginners might find the monoprint style and Marseille influence less immediately intuitive than Rider-Waite-Smith based decks, but it could be a valuable learning tool for those interested in historical tarot.