The Rider Cat Tarot.

The Rider Cat Tarot is a 78-card deck that directly reinterprets the classic Rider-Waite-Smith (RWS) imagery by replacing all human and humanoid figures with cat heads. The original compositions, colors, and symbolic elements of the RWS deck are meticulously preserved, creating a familiar reading experience with a playful, feline twist. This approach makes the deck immediately accessible to anyone familiar with the RWS system, while adding a layer of charm for cat lovers.

Created by Gabrielė Snowdrop, a designer and cat enthusiast, the deck aims to deepen connection with oneself through a beloved system presented in a lighthearted manner. The campaign emphasizes the deck's adherence to the RWS structure, ensuring that traditional interpretations and guidebooks remain fully applicable. This makes it an ideal choice for both seasoned readers looking for a fun variation and beginners who are learning the RWS system.

The physical presentation, as seen in the campaign image, features a standard tuck box. The card backs appear to be a black-and-white pattern, possibly a stylized cat motif. The deck successfully funded on Kickstarter in 2021, indicating a strong appeal for its unique blend of traditional tarot and cat-themed whimsy, resonating with a community of tarot readers and animal lovers.

This deck is perfect for Rider-Waite-Smith enthusiasts who appreciate a humorous or whimsical twist on traditional imagery. It's also an excellent choice for cat lovers who want a tarot deck that reflects their passion for felines, without straying from the established RWS system. Beginners learning RWS will find it approachable, as all traditional symbolism is intact, while experienced readers will enjoy the novelty.

Gabrielė Snowdrop is a creative designer and passionate cat lover from Lithuania, with a background in provincial art school. Her spiritual journey, influenced by travels in India and Nepal and the poetry of Rumi and Hafiz, led her to believe in tarot as a tool for self-connection. The Rider Cat Tarot stems from her desire to combine the beloved RWS system with her affection for cats, aiming to bring magic and deeper understanding to users.