ASMR Tarot Card Reading in Edwardian Opium Den

This historical ASMR Tarot Card reading in an Edwardian opium den is set just after the Boxer Rebellion at the turn of the century, languishing within a colonial Britain that is collapsing on itself due to hubris and gluttony. After hearing rumours about a disgraced former English Officer becoming bloated and inert on misappropriated riches he had stashed upon his return from the conflict in China, you decided it would be better to requisition this wealth for yourself, rather than let him squander it on chasing a dragon he’ll never catch. And so, you’ve travelled to one of the more hazardous parts of Soho where you hope to catch him high and unaware in order to steal his ill-gotten gains.
There are relaxing fizzing sounds, smoking sounds, as well as card shuffling and a soft-spoken tarot reading that will hopefully help you to rest and clear your head - but my gosh I can only apologise for the RIDICULOUS seagull activity. The external noise was bad enough and I tried my best to reduce it, but those sea cats would not STFU so I apologise profusely. Anyway, enjoy!
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🎙 What is ASMR? 🎧
ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) is synaesthesia of the soul. It’s a relaxing feeling, it’s a tingling down the spine, or it’s simply a sleep aid. Whether it’s being ‘held’ by someone you have confidence in, or ‘looked after’ by someone with authority, or just feeling ‘safe’ with someone you trust, it uses audio-visual triggers to enable you to let go of your worries and stresses - even just for a bit.
📽 What is FPC? 🎞
FPC (first person cinema) takes all the relaxing elements of ASMR but has much more of a focus on immersion and the suspension of disbelief. It’s kinda like being the main character in your own short movie, with popular figures you know and love, or entirely created worlds - just for you. There won’t be any visible mics or traditional triggers in these videos, and they will seem more unintentional than the usual ASMR videos - but they are unique and relaxing experiences designed to transport you to different places, worlds, and times.
Disclaimer: This video is intended for relaxation. Any views, opinions, or advice expressed is purely for the purpose of entertainment, and to induce tingles through ASMR. These videos are not a substitute for traditional medicine, therapy, or any other professional medium, and should not be treated as such! Take all the advice with a pinch of salt, and certainly don’t take it to heart. That being said, please enjoy them, benefit from them, and hopefully get those warm, tingly feelings. Oh, and it’s not for kids.

[@opalcitrine]

*Sees any kind of obscure or “weird” asmr role play* Hell yeah, Now THIS is my kind of content!

[@gavintompos7904]

Checkout ephemeral rift it’s “weird” and has lore 👀

[@opalcitrine]

@@gavintompos7904 Oh you already know ER was my OG 😂

[@cypher2365]

Honestly, interrogation scenes are like, that for me. The most recent one being the cut joker scene in the newest batman with Robert Pattinson..

[@andreah9587]

Check out Angelica ASMR if you like some comedy/black humor with your weird/absurdist asmr. I love her content, she cracks me up!

[@jkhartley]

Oops y daisy is excellent too!

[@ks9759]

Me: “Time to enjoy some relaxing ASMR. Let’s see what Jim is up to….” Video, not even 2 minutes in: “A mysterious magical mustachioed man menacingly points gun at you in his opium den.” I wasn’t ready. But I’m here for it.

[@huntaway]

As a fan of the jaw, neck and clavicle, that opening shot is the opposite of calming 👀 Thirst aside, I'm always blown away by the sheer artistry in each of your videos. It's obvious how hard you work on your content, and I'm really grateful I'm around to see it. Thanks Jim 💕

[@ChizuruAotsuki]

Literally SAME

[@ThisAndromedaCat]

same

[@cucumbersandwich9165]

I agree with you on a spiritual level

[@letmeowt]

You and Ephemeral Rift have to be some of the most creative and immersive ASMR channels out there, it is truly amazing. Thank you for all your hard work 😺

[@Ozone946]

If a had a nickel every time I saw Ephemeral Rift get mentioned outside his channel I'd have two nickels. Which isn't much but I'm glad it happened twice

[@end.olives]

Wish they would work together, Rift does a creative slow process and Jim has a sort of witty objetivity. Would make up for a good meme

[@RollerOfEyes]

Honestly i cant compare the two any more. Especially after his dogwater review of elden ring. Plus his triggers are a lot more lofi while jims are very cinematic.

[@Hiraeth_Nightshade]

Goodnight Moon's Babblebrook series is also very immersive and with it's own lore. A lot of care for the detail.

[@Le0_0-]

I would recommend you DrT ASMR and ATMOSPHERE.

[@halfasleepvampire7545]

“So you thought that you could rob me?” Me, dressed as the hamburgler with a burlap sack with a big dollar sign spray painted on the front: “to be honest, yeah I have no idea what went wrong.”

[@NugSkinnyPig]

My home was broken into on the third, suffered a violent assault haven't be able to relax or sleep since. Clicked on the video and finally oh god thank you finally I started to relax, I just felt the anxiety wash away then finally must have fallen asleep thank you so so much, I thought I would go mad with sleep, every noise had me jolt but this helped me calm so much. Thank you for making these videos.

[@OwenRic0]

Hope you’re doing well now mate :)

[@CheshireEmily]

"Death. How does that make you feel?" Relieved 'cause I thought the card said "math" and was both concerned and confused!

[@moosen_pheffer]

To be fair, the phrase goes: " "There's only two things certain in life. Death, and taxes." You need basic math skills to appease the IRS. And your days are numbered. But happy watching :)

[@LOTRlover100]

Honestly I love this and I didn't mind the seagulls. There is a certain amount of background noise that actually helps one to envision a world even outside of the confines of the planned and portrayed setting. It helped me immerse more. 😁

[@Time.and.Spoons]

This was awesome. For some reason I get particularly tingly when you get all calmly threatening

[@riambratelarn1718]

Awesome as always! I *love* the details, right down to the elongated pinky nail. I'm not too familiar with the Edwardian period of history, I get kind of fuzzy during the Commonwealth period and Restoration, so now I have a reason to study up on it 😊. I read tarot myself, though I am not very good at it. The deck I use is the Russian Tarot of St. Petersburg, beautiful artwork though it uses Coins instead of Pentacles. As for the Rider-Waite deck, we do not get along (understatement). I enjoyed the positive reading and the encouragement to embrace change, set goals and follow through. Once again, you seem to know what I need and deliver. Thank you, for the encouragement, the entertainment, and not shooting me in the face😊. As always, with permission lots of hugs 🤗🤗🤗

[@robuswhitewolf4896]

I got like two hours of sleep last night. I needed this so bad, thank you, you absolute angel.

[@RinasReveries]

This is wonderful Jim the sounds are very relaxing and soothing especially the pipe smoking.

[@laurenlockridge5583]

How did you just combine like 3 things I love? Lol not opium necessarily but the vibe 😆

[@Ozone946]

I'd say opium is necessary

[@4TheWinQuinn]

go on then… just a tiny bit…

[@SherioCheers]

Don't knock it till ya try it haha

[@datganjasmuggla4124]

@@Ozone946 yeah I’ll agree to that anime pfp

[@halfofakitty]

😍 you're hitting my aesthetics lately.

[@cathyskywalker77]

Always look forward to what will be a great video from our Top Banana, Jim Chi-meleon 😊 especially on this snowy Connecticut afternoon.

[@simonfernandes6809]

I live in central London and the seagulls here are nuts. So, the background noise is authentic. Fantastic video!

[@AmbitiousDucks]

Right? I felt like I was back in Brighton

[@lyanness]

I look down at my SpongeBob T-shirt and realize that you are correct: that I am not properly dressed for the establishment. 🤭🤭🤭 I am here searching for another, but thought that a conversation with you would be interesting, and I was not disappointed in the least. Now to take your advice and work towards the three major plans that I have in motion, and so should you, Sir. Surely the gain is hardly worth the candle? Why should you, for a mere passing pleasure, risk the loss of those great powers with which you have been endowed? Set aside the ranger, and be the one you were meant to be. Take your Dimholt road. 🤗🤗🤗 Heddwch a charaid, am byth. 🌹🌹🌹🌿🌿🌿

[@rachelzx97]

One thing bad about poor vocabulary is like me just now. Me: Boxer Rebellion? Is that something about sports in Edwardian Britain? (Google translating...) Me: Oh it is our history😂 Silly me😂 - A red sister (So I am already excited after reading the intro👀)

[@xsublimelizzyx5451]

Brilliant as always Jim, you never fail to impress.

[@tombingus3984]

This reminds me a lot of that Laird Barron short story "bulldozer." Such a creepy and mystical vibe, great work!

[@ladyliberty417]

Loved the tarot reading and didn’t mind the gulls at all❗️ Thanks Jim 🃏

[@BlazRa]

That's part of the ambience he supposed to be down at an opium den on a dock somewhere

[@justandrewthomas]

This is the flavor of content that I'm subbed for, Jimbo! Excellent work, my friend! I appreciate you much, and hope this comment finds you well...

[@thepennywhistler]

Vibes are off the fucking charts I cannot even begin to express how Into This Shit I am. Incredible work as always.

[@kerajey]

You just keep getting better and better. I adore you. 🖤

[@RoseKoneko]

Aah, Jim. You always excel at drowning out the pains in life and relax me into sleep.

[@shellydrelly]

By far one of the most creative settings & characters yet. You really know your history!

[@SleepStoriesASMR]

Ohmygosh this role is perfect for you-fantastic!

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Somehow the seaguls make it more atmospheric. Sitting here, enjoying the fantastic work you put into these videos 😀🧡🌟

[@dumbcunt6627]

I have an exam tomorrow and when that card read yes [last yes no question] gave me a big confidence boost.thank youuuuu

[@cjs297]

I adore you, my Sleepy-Time Gary Oldman.

[@DebbieDoo217]

❤️♥️💜🖤🧡💛🤍💚🤎💔💙. Oh, that voice. So smooth.

[@fionamorris9634]

I’m so relieved you moved your hair out of the way of that candle SJ, every time you leaned forward I was holding my breath. I’m pretty sure I spotted your favourite kimono in the dim light there. I hope you’re officer also visited Japan, otherwise to wear such an ‘outrageous outfit’ 😉 in a Chinese opium den wouldn’t have been ‘historically accurate’ if you you what I mean?"😏🤣 As the President of the NAS in perpetuity, I greatly enjoyed observing both your ’Pomum Adami and your ‘Clavicula.’ They have been sorely missed in recent times.💜 The fizzy sounds and your bubbly pipe sounds were so relaxing and although I’ve just come to accept you often wave a gun at us menacingly, it was delightfully soothing on this particular occasion. Stellar performance as always my friend. 💜💜💜

[@joaolimao9381]

I know you probably wont read this, but yesterday, was my 18th birthday I kid you not, all the cards you drew speak to me, I am panicking about how im "getting into the adult life" and getting new desponsibilities and all (embrace change, not fear it - Death) and the one how things are happening beyond my control, and the reversed fool - i am very aware that I am doing absolutely nothing with my life as of now and it makes me insecure everyone else is on the move and all, and it really did help me, not only sleep, but it gave my great guidance thanks man, if i wasnt poor id become a member

[@laurenlockridge5583]

Happy birthday. You got this. Search yt ‘feeling stuck’ and there’s lots of helpful stuff. I’m excited for you ☺️

[@terri-lynn5045]

Happy birthday for yesterday! ✨ Everyone has times in their life where they feel like they’re not where they want to be, or that they don’t know where they want to go and that’s okay! I know it can feel like a lot of pressure to ‘keep up’ when you look at other people, but your progress isn’t any less valid just because it might look different- everyone is at different stages in life, at any age too 😊 You’ll figure things out eventually, just take things one step at a time- and remember small steps lead you to your goals just as much as the big ones! Have faith in yourself, you got this ☺️

[@onefordespair]

Happy birthday! Don't let fear rule your life. Find what you're passionate about, follow your heart and work on being the best person you can be! 💙 You got this.

[@kseniaixbalam2826]

Omg I live for this aesthetic ✨ Also, hi from a tarot reader 🧙

[@bologneseprince]

This is the niche asmr ive always wanted. How do u know us so well

[@skeletiarne1994]

This is an asmr video I’d never thought I’d see, let alone find relaxing 😂 Yet here I am.

[@anac4950]

Omg amazing work! I love it when I get to experience something I would never do irl

[@josefienp2704]

the tarot-reading was surprisingly accurate :)

[@0xymor3]

"(...)As sudden as change can be, as sudden as it can crash down around you like the world falling apart. Fall with it. And rise again. " 🖤

[@justarandomnobody1069]

Anyone else relate WAY TOO MUCH to rhe reading? Like..truly, the tower card, that scared me, cause its completely true! Amazing One Jim! Truly!

[@geeroads]

jim could do an absolutely killer v for vendetta roleplay

[@cathyskywalker77]

Agree!!!

[@a.katherinesuetterlin3028]

Oh, totally! Has he done a Matrix agent RP? I could swear he has. He's got that lower baritone thing going that makes him a near-double for Hugo Weaving...which is why he would also be perfect as "V."

[@onefordespair]

I wish he would!! I love that story. And Hugo Weaving is legendary.

[@MsLepel]

Another exquisite performance 👏

[@helios1628]

Your videos are so relaxing and high quality

[@Anton_the_Vampire]

Fascinating, and since I don't believe in coincidences, a great reading that I was meant to see. Interesting to see the Rider Waite Deck too. Quite appropriate for late Edwardian period.

[@SherioCheers]

I love smoking sounds.

[@Headroomtalking]

"Well now, my dear that is the worst generational love curse I've ever seen and it sucks to be you." Tell me something I don't know! 🤣

[@KiaraM]

This evening I was really delighted... everything was so pleasant and relaxing plus that lit candle helped make you even more beautiful and mysterious ❤😍❤ 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯 P.s. you absolutely do not have to apologize for the seagulls

[@cathyskywalker77]

Oh those seagulls knew Jim was making a video masterpiece and just had to chime in 😂

[@KiaraM]

@@cathyskywalker77yes they do it on purpose because they know Jim is creating and so disturb him 😂😂😂

[@cathyskywalker77]

@@KiaraM At first I thought it was a car alarm 🤣

[@KiaraM]

@@cathyskywalker77 lol 😂 i understand

[@kristinscotbarryjames]

Such a different video but again...it's Jim..so...really well done!

[@BlazRa]

Everyday that you wake up and get out of bed you are embracing change whether you realize it or not . because things are constantly changing.

[@Splicer011]

"Your in an Edwardian opium den, Timmy"

[@MrMarina101000]

This is so good oh my god!!

[@tanyaden7470]

Thanks for your videos! It’s relax me in a few minutes 👍 because now I’m at war in Ukraine 🇺🇦 and it’s scary 😟

[@cathyskywalker77]

I'm wishing you the best in these dire times!! Take care, my friend.

[@kimia2956]

I’m sorry for what you’re going through…

[@tanyaden7470]

@@cathyskywalker77 thank you guys. I appreciate you words !

[@tanyaden7470]

@@kimia2956 thank you my Dear! i pray for peace!

[@cathyskywalker77]

@@tanyaden7470 You are very welcome!

[@pent2]

I recently got into Metal Gear and I loved your Metal Gear roleplays, please do another Jim!

[@pandamonium4212]

“Are you going to be nice or am I going to have to shoot you?” Me - look, I just finished the whole Malenkee saga today, I do not need any more gunshots or anything like that going on! I’ll be good, I swear” 😮 Seriously, this was excellent. Equal parts relaxing and motivational at the same time - damn cards didn’t have to call me out so hard though. lol I swear at this point you’re just reenacting snippets of last lives or something. The ease in how you seem to being these characters to life is extraordinary. I really enjoy your content. Thanks for being so amazing ❤️

[@ima.1766]

This looks SOOOO COOL

[@MenadeGadgets]

Now I know what to listen to when I'm drunk and I need some TLC

[@archwaldo]

Thanks, Jim.

[@alexherter1217]

Love this so much

[@Geolas88]

"So what do you like to do to wind down?" "I like to be threatened and read my tarot cards by 19th century opium addicts thank you very much"

[@damelik252]

The fact that I bought my first ever tarot deck before this video was released- great video, but how do you know? 👀

[@xxhardforcorexx1231]

Good lord, a blast of energy just whirred by at 25:01!

[@vFANGv]

I`m only here to buy the Lament Configuration.

[@felixleofric1723]

I'm late for work but I have priorities and this is one of them 🧐

[@fxckenstein3552]

This can't be a coincidence, I just got a new deck and this pops up a little later in the day >>

[@artgirl96]

Great reading wow😍

[@PodChklilpp339]

I keep hesring seagul noises in jims videos

[@pinkparsnip3569]

Sea cats. Using that for when I next visit the beach.

[@lwethumngadi9867]

Thank you kind sir!

[@KiaraM]

Your opening image 😍😍😍 you are wonderful❣❣❣❤❤❤

[@amnaklacar5891]

wooow this was awesome i felt like in a trance

[@datboi2250]

Ah yes... The best universal ASMR: drugs

[@traduccionesalma]

Time to enjoy a good ASMR 😍😍. you help me a lot for sleep💞

[@warshark13]

Please do Elden Ring ASMR, I think you’d pull it off amazing. Love this video too! Thanks

[@BlazRa]

It's kind of hilarious that he is a guy who makes ASMR telling his audience they relaxe too much 😁

[@DiamondHobbit]

Now this looks interesting ✨😊

[@zzzzzz287]

Thank you 💙

[@ausomeaspie]

Brilliant! Very accurate actually, I actually knew that the first card was going to be Death.

[@probablygrounded]

Can we all talk about that jawline

[@amymyers5503]

Do you select the tarot cards you want to feature in your story? Or is it random? Tarot cards featured in this video are: Death, Fool reversed, Hanged Man reversed, 9 of Cups, Tower, Star, World, and Ace of Pentacles. Have you read The Castle of Crossed Destinies by Italo Calvino? The novel is written using tarot cards as a storytelling device.

[@silentguardian6451]

Not gonna lie.... The reading actually was very accurate. Especially for the questions I asked lol

[@kristinLastName]

Me: “Oh I’m sure the seagulls are fine, lends the scene credi-“ *actually looks at a map of London* “Oh.” In all seriousness though, the seagulls are fine.

[@fionamorris9634]

Hahahaha he actually lives in a seaside town a few hours from London that’s why he has ‘SeaCats.’ 😁🤣🤣

[@kristinLastName]

@@fionamorris9634 And that makes sense! 🤣 In my search for London seagulls I found that there's a decent number at the estuary on the east side, but that's decently far from Soho. But you know, I live in a completely landlocked area of the US, and we get seagulls and pelicans nearby. 😁

[@kristinLastName]

@@fionamorris9634 I wonder how the House Cats get on with the Sea Cats? 😁

[@bread2365]

I’m looking respectfully 🙏

[@jenni8729]

So…you thought you could threaten to shoot me…again. Luckily the cards were in both our favor. As always, I look forward to the next time.

[@PoniesMemories]

This style suits you the best! Are you sure you are not related to Gary Oldman?

[@alejandraaguilar7494]

This shouldn't be sexy but Jhim makes everything si darn good

[@bluegreenglue6565]

Wearing my snow boots today, but they may just be quite suitable for kicking the gong around. You make it look so safe and relaxing. Shadowed ambiance, subtle sounds, languid tones... all very enjoyable. Thank you.

[@cathyskywalker77]

And seagulls...

[@bluegreenglue6565]

@@cathyskywalker77 ...always. ; )

[@Dawn-bl8ze]

Excuse me. This is supreme

[@datganjasmuggla4124]

BRAVE POST

[@reggieblack1672]

Can you please do a video for comfort for self-harmers?

[@filthyketchup5933]

I love it already , excellent concept

[@blackdiamond3090]

Fuck yeah , the tarot , goddess and god, the Not Self and Ego ,

[@Sarriiaa]

*comes for tarot reading* *gets a gun pointed at me*

[@NostalgiaUnicorn]

*tries to scare me with the Death card, already knows the Death card usually means change* HA!

[@kkaris9008]

Jim it would be amazing if you could do a Blaidd the half wolf from Elden ring asmr roleplay

[@setsyoufree8]

He just put that very video up 5 days ago! 😁

[@kannonball5789]

22:56 ザ・ワールド

[@WolfHawk023]

Please do a Bioshock roleplay.

[@valeferht]

Time for some opium and a nap I guess

[@brendakrieger7000]

💜

[@charboday]

Jokes on you, I was robbing you cause I got like $2 to my name 😂😂 The tarot reading is definitely worth my last 2 dollars lol

[@anomienormie8126]

How tf u keep changing ethnicity? It’s magic.