Quad Asylum Playing Cards on Kickstarter

Anti-Faro’s latest offering on Kickstarter is a dark, immersive journey into the harrowing tales of psychiatric wards, meticulously designed for the discerning enthusiast. This collection is the culmination of some of Anti-Faro’s most haunting artwork, combined with specialized packaging. 

Every aspect of this deck was thoughtfully planned to evoke the clinical, chilling atmosphere of a forgotten institution. Inside, the court cards feature twelve mysterious inmates rendered in greys and sepia tones, each holding a clue to your escape. 

The indices and pips echo a dark history, utilizing a distressed typewriter font modeled after mid-century institutional forms to ground the deck in a gritty, historical reality.

No detail was overlooked, from the unique straitjacket tuck boxes that require you to physically unbuckle the binding to access the cards, to the Asylum Plaque editions featuring heavy hot-foiled embossing. The satin gold and silver gilded edges provide a tactile, premium finish that feels both worn and dangerously sharp.

Beyond just a deck of cards, the Quad Asylum serves as an interactive puzzle that bridges the gap between art and game. The inclusion of special edition metallic gilding and custom-molded collector’s coins makes these sets a centerpiece for any serious card display.

Printed by the Room One Cards and available on Kickstarter for $17.

Deck View: COPAG 310 Neo (Culture Edition) Playing Cards

Vibrant. Durable. Versatile.

This was one of the first deck from Cartamundi Cards, The COPAG 310 Neo Playing Cards were developed in collaboration with magicians, cardistry experts, and professional poker players. The result is a deck designed to balance durability, flexibility, and smooth handling for both performance and gameplay.

The Culture edition features a distinctive blue, orange, and white mosaic-inspired pattern, paired with vibrant colors that give the deck a contemporary and energetic appearance. The face cards are pretty much standard with subtle recolor to match the theme of the deck. 

The deck contains 52 playing cards and 4 Jokers, printed on premium playing-card stock with a True Linen B9 finish. Built for repeated use, the Neo series combines practical performance with eye-catching visual design.

Just Dropped on Patreon! Kardify Magazine Issue 113

We just dropped Issue 113 of Kardify Magazine on Patreon! Patrons who pledged $3 or more will be able to download the latest issue from our Patreon page. This issue compiles selected articles published from mid-September to mid-October. Deck images, articles, and news to keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest playing card news, releases, and previews. If you love playing cards, you will love Kardify Magazine!

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+ Tails of Mischief 2: Four decks, one epic landscape: Jack Brutus Penny’s Tails of Mischief 2 turns custom playing cards into a puzzle-packed tabletop adventure. Check it out!

+ Kovadrin: Discover Kovadrin Playing Cards by the Cantrell Brothers, a visually striking deck featuring original artwork and visionary design by Kevin Cantrell.

+ Tiger Vs Snake Vintage: Inspired by vintage matchbox art, Alex Haines pits beast against beast in Tiger vs. Snake, a vibrant, hand-illustrated retro duel built for collectors. Have a look!

+ Draconian Aurelion: Designed by Randy Butterfield, Draconian Aurelion features double-sided gold holographic foil and mesmerizing dragon scales. Have a look!

+ The Hobbit: Funded in four minutes, Jackson Robinson's hand-painted Hobbit playing cards bring Tolkien's legendary Middle-earth adventure to life in exquisite watercolor detail.

+ Top 5 Coolest Pokemon TCG 30th Celebration Cards: Forget the market hype. From ethereal brushwork to cosmic palettes, we break down the 5 most visually breathtaking cards from the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration.

+ Fulton's White Owl: A sweet twist on cryptic autumn nights: Fulton’s White Owl, illustrated by Ethan Kowaleski, emerges as the candy-coated companion to Black Cat. Find out more!

… and more! 46-pages of articles and deck images. Enjoy!

Oakford Reserve Playing Cards

Final days on Kickstarter, Oakford Reserve Playing Cards by Jody Eklund bring the heritage of American bourbon to the collector market with a fully custom series inspired by historic distilleries, charred oak barrels, and vintage whiskey packaging.

The collection features three editions, each with hand-illustrated artwork depicting distillers, bootleggers, and the characters behind the bourbon trade. Ornate card backs, custom courts and detailed Aces draw on traditional whiskey labels and the visual character of the Prohibition era.

Three editions are aviailable during the campaign. The Classic Edition features metallic inks, embossing and hot-stamped foil on a black tuck box. The Limited Edition adds cold-foil detailing and individually numbered seals, while the Premium Edition combines cold foil with striking green-gilded card edges.

Each deck comes with custom illustrations throughout. Collectors can also opt for the Distiller’s Legacy Set, which includes all three editions in a premium magnetic-closure presentation box with embossed details and gold foil accents.

With its combination of vintage Americana, intricate illustration, and premium production techniques, Oakford Reserve offers a distinctive addition to the growing market for themed and luxury playing cards.

Printed by WJPC and pldege starts at $17 on Kickstarter.