
The Kingdom of Snakes Tarot
by SSWH Studio
Theme: Mythological and mysterious storytelling with anime-style characters
Medium: digital
The Kingdom of Snakes Tarot is a 78-card Rider-Waite-Smith inspired deck by SSWH Studio, featuring anime-style characters and intricate, ornate borders. The deck blends mythological themes with a vibrant, illustrative aesthetic.
About This Deck
The Kingdom of Snakes Tarot is a 78-card deck that reinterprets the classic Rider-Waite-Smith system through a distinct anime-inspired art style. The deck's imagery features youthful, expressive characters in dynamic poses, set against detailed backgrounds. Each card is framed by an elaborate, silver-toned border that incorporates serpentine motifs and floral elements, enhancing the deck's mystical and ornate aesthetic.
The deck aims to weave myth, mystery, and storytelling into its visual narrative, as suggested by its title and the intricate details observed in the card art. The two visible cards, depicting variations of The Fool, showcase a character embarking on a journey, accompanied by a small animal, reflecting the traditional symbolism of new beginnings and adventure. The color palettes vary between cards, with one featuring bright blues and yellows for a daytime scene, and the other using rich reds and darker tones for a more dramatic effect.
This deck appears designed for both collectors who appreciate detailed, illustrative artwork and readers familiar with the RWS system. The blend of recognizable tarot archetypes with a fresh, contemporary art style makes it accessible while offering a unique visual experience. The ornate borders and detailed illustrations suggest a deck intended to be visually engaging during readings, inviting deeper contemplation of each card's narrative.
Key Features
- 78-card Rider-Waite-Smith inspired tarot deck
- Anime-style illustrations with detailed characters
- Ornate silver-toned borders featuring snake and floral motifs
- Vibrant and varied color palettes across the cards
- Designed to weave myth, mystery, and storytelling
Who It's For
This deck is ideal for tarot enthusiasts who appreciate anime or manga art styles and are looking for a visually rich interpretation of the Rider-Waite-Smith system. It will appeal to collectors drawn to ornate, detailed card designs and those who enjoy decks with a strong narrative and mythological undertone. Readers who prefer a more whimsical or fantasy-oriented aesthetic, while still relying on traditional RWS meanings, will find this deck particularly engaging.
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Campaign Stats
Raised
$3.6K
Backers
54
Funded
252%
Launched
Feb 2025
Platform: Kickstarter
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