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Ultraman Tiga (Special Edition) Playing Cards

Ultraman Tiga (Special Edition) Playing Cards by Room One Cards is an eye-catching collector’s deck created for dedicated fans of the legendary Ultra Hero. This enhanced release introduces holographic gilded edges and an innovative illuminated tuck box that transforms the deck into both a playable set and a display centerpiece.

The cards feature custom artwork of Ultraman Tiga across the courts, aces, and jokers, while the Zeperion holographic gilding reflects light with every shuffle and fan, capturing the iconic energy and brilliance associated with the character.

The standout feature is the light-up tuck box, designed to mimic Ultraman Tiga’s signature Color Timer. When opened, the box glows from within, recreating the hero’s iconic chest illumination and turning the packaging into an interactive display piece.

Printed on premium casino-grade black German core cardstock with a linen finish, the deck offers durability, smooth handling, and a satisfying shuffle experience. Available for $34 on Room One Cards.

Taste-to-Ace: Cards About Coffee Playing Cards

Taste-to-Ace: Cards About Coffee is a premium educational playing cards designed to help coffee enthusiasts better understand, evaluate, and describe the flavors in their cup. Created by Art of Caffeination as a follow-up to the successful Sip-to-Suit series, the deck combines coffee knowledge, tasting guidance, and visual learning into a practical tool for both beginners and experienced drinkers.

The 56-card deck transforms coffee education into a hands-on experience, covering topics such as buying coffee, tasting fundamentals, flavor recognition, home cupping, water chemistry, espresso dialing-in, and coffee brewing references. Organized by suit, the deck functions as a portable coffee guide, allowing users to quickly access information without relying on books, websites, or apps.

At the heart of the deck is the Flavour Trail, a structured nine-card tasting system designed to help users build confidence in identifying and describing coffee flavours. Additional sections provide simplified home cupping guides, water quality references based on industry standards, and practical brewing insights that can be applied immediately.

The design draws inspiration from caffeine’s molecular structure, using a cohesive hexagonal motif throughout the deck. Blending thoughtful design, coffee science, and approachable education, Taste-to-Ace offers a unique way to explore specialty coffee, helping drinkers develop their palate and deepen their appreciation for every cup.

Printed by Shuffled Ink on premium casino-grade card stock and finished with a classic embossed air-cushion texture. Pledge starts at $24 on Kickstarter.


Yokai Parade Playing Card on Kickstarter


Yokai Parade Playing Cards by 52 MUSÉE and Wuli Growth Studio is a premium illustrated collection inspired by Hyakki Yagyō, one of Japan’s most iconic supernatural legends. Drawing from traditional folklore, ukiyo-e art, and centuries of yokai mythology, the project reimagines 50 legendary spirits through intricate artwork and refined luxury production.


The series explores five major themes of yokai culture- Seimei, Tengu, Shuten-doji, Hannya, and Yuki-onna... each represented by its own deck and visual identity. 

From guardian mountain spirits and demon kings to vengeful ghosts and snow apparitions, every edition captures a different aspect of Japanese folklore while maintaining a cohesive artistic vision rooted in ethereal ink-wash aesthetics and Oriental design.


Each deck features fully custom illustrations, court cards and jokers, and elaborate tuck boxes enhanced with embossing, cold foil, and selective holographic detailing. The deck offers a visually immersive tribute to the mystery, beauty, and enduring cultural legacy of Japan’s supernatural folklore. 


Yokai Parade Playing Cards will be printed on premium black-core cardstock with a linen finish and pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

Atlantic Fantastic Playing Cards Released

Art of Play's Atlantic Fantastic Playing Cards is a limited-edition deck created to commemorate the inaugural Atlantic Fantastic magic festival held at 69 Atlantic.

Designed by Mike King alongside Dan and Dave, the deck features custom typography, fully redesigned court cards, and a clean, minimalist kraft paper tuck box that reflects the event's distinctive aesthetic.

Produced exclusively for attendees and collectors, the deck was printed in a highly limited run of just 300 copies. According to Art of Play, the release serves as a lasting memento of the festival's "Cavalcade of Wonder" and the memorable moments shared throughout the celebration of magic.

Available now on Art of Play for $18.

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