The Dreamer's Arcana: A 36-Card Non-Traditional Tarot Deck

The Dreamer's Arcana is a unique 36-card deck that draws inspiration from dream logic and fantasy, moving beyond traditional tarot structures to offer a more imaginative and intuitive reading experience. Conceived by Liliana and illustrated by Apolline, this deck focuses on the Major Arcana and its various facets, inviting readers to explore deeper, often overlooked aspects of the tarot journey. Its non-traditional approach is evident in its textless and numberless cards, which encourage readers to engage with the imagery directly and apply their own preferred names and order.

Designed to be highly flexible, the deck includes 14 alternate art cards, providing different visual interpretations for key Major Arcana concepts. This feature allows users to customize their deck, choose the representation that resonates most, or even expand their Major Arcana for more nuanced readings. The physical cards are printed on glossy 330gsm black core cardstock, sized at 3"x4.25" – a comfortable size for shuffling while still showcasing the detailed artwork. Each deck comes with a comprehensive, full-color guidebook that explores every card, including the alternate art versions, and features a dedicated chapter on spreads.

The Dreamer's Arcana is presented in a printed tuckbox with upgraded embossing and spot gloss details, a result of successful stretch goals during its Kickstarter campaign. The deck's emphasis on dream logic and imaginative interpretation makes it a compelling tool for those seeking to connect with their intuition and explore the symbolic language of the subconscious. It serves as both a functional divination tool and a collectible art object, appealing to a wide range of tarot enthusiasts.

This deck is ideal for experienced tarot readers looking for a non-traditional approach to the Major Arcana, as well as those interested in dream work, fantasy art, and intuitive reading. Its textless and numberless design appeals to readers who prefer to engage with imagery directly and assign their own meanings, rather than relying on strict RWS interpretations. Collectors of unique and aesthetically driven decks will also appreciate its distinctive art style and high-quality production.

The Dreamer's Arcana is a collaborative project by Liliana, an Australian creator fascinated by tarot symbolism, and Apolline, a French illustrator specializing in fantasy art. Liliana's journey into tarot began with The Mythic Tarot, shaping her attraction to non-traditional decks. This project marks her first foray into creating a tarot deck, with aspirations to expand it into a full 78-card set. Apolline, known for her work in board games, card games, and children's books, brings her talent for stunning landscapes and outlandish characters to the deck, creating a visually rich and imaginative world inspired by dream logic.