The Living Thread Tarot

The Living Thread Tarot is a complete 78-card deck that reinterprets the classic Rider-Waite-Smith system through the unique artistic lens of Prior Lokason. Launched successfully on Kickstarter in 2021, the deck is deeply influenced by the creator's interests in mythology, folklore, the occult, and horror, as well as personal experiences with dreams. Each card is fully illustrated, offering a fresh, intuitive take on traditional tarot archetypes while remaining accessible to those familiar with RWS meanings.

The deck aims to provide a tool for introspection and guidance, weaving together ancient narratives with a modern, inclusive perspective. The campaign emphasized the deck's foundation in dreams and myth, suggesting a reading experience that delves into subconscious realms and archetypal patterns. The included guidebook, available as a PDF or a Kickstarter-exclusive softcover edition, offers interpretations for each card and includes suggested spreads, making the deck suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

The physical softcover guidebook is a compact 4.25 x 6.875 inches, containing 200 pages with full-color illustrations of each card and accompanying interpretations. This detailed companion enhances the reading experience, providing context for the deck's unique imagery while still grounding it in established tarot principles. The deck's aesthetic and thematic depth make it a compelling choice for those seeking a tarot experience that is both familiar in structure and fresh in its artistic expression.

This deck is ideal for tarot readers who appreciate art that merges folklore, mythology, and the occult with a modern, inclusive sensibility. It will appeal to those who enjoy a Rider-Waite-Smith based system but desire fresh, dream-inspired imagery. Readers interested in decks created by queer, trans, and neurodivergent artists will find a personal connection here. Both seasoned practitioners looking for a visually unique deck and dedicated hobbyists seeking a deeper dive into symbolic art will find this deck engaging.

Prior Lokason, an artist and illustrator from Colorado with an MFA in Illustration, created The Living Thread Tarot. Lokason identifies as pagan, queer, trans, and neurodivergent, and these aspects of their identity significantly influence their work. They intentionally include trans bodies in their art and create pieces that resonate with their neurodivergent brain. Their passion for mythology, folklore, the occult, horror, animals, and bones is evident throughout the deck, reflecting a personal journey and artistic vision.