HOT TAKES ON UPCOMING TAROT DECKS 2024 (and Oracle too!) | February 2024

[@jinxminx55]

I am thinking about doing the hare's odyssey + the majick cottage - that's sort of an outside deck and an inside deck.

[@jinxminx55]

mushrooms sure are a thing. my daughter and I were remarking on it - not just decks, but xmas ornaments, kitchenware, puzzles, etc. etc. etc. they are everywhere!

[@WitNWhimsyWrites]

STOP IT 😭 Not an AAPI tarot deck on burnout and adventure!!! I love how the Asian representation is more modern and focuses on Asian American representation/a setting outside of Asia. Don't get me wrong, I love our traditional dresses they're incredible, but I don't dress that way on a day to day basis 😂 As someone who also experiences burnout working in a clinical setting, this is now a must have for me! It seems to be a reminder to be gentle with yourself no matter where you are in life since the figures aren't children per say but having childlike fun. I cannot WAIT to use this (patience is a virtue I do not have) It's exactly what I've been needing in my practice and my birthday is in March 🥺 Thanks so much Lisa 💜💜💜

[@Lisa_Papez]

RIGHT?!?!?! I'm so freaking excited about it!!

[@marian9410]

I have the Dirt Gems Indie version .Am loving it. There are indeed a few black and white cards in the deck

[@jessr.7770]

I am probably wrong but the dirt gems looks like appliqué quilting to me with hand dyed fabric and I’m obsessed.

[@nereol9165]

I saw the artwork of the Adventure Tarot and thought "okay, that's kinda cute" and then I saw the guidebook entries and had the same reaction you had - it's amazing, it's so fun and still gives good advise. And I don't even like travelling that much. But this seems so good! Oh and when you actually read the sample and not just look at the pictures, you are right: Scouts = Pages and Backpackers = Knights. And the title to that chapter explaining it is *"The Court Cards Got Woke"* - gods, I'm in love with this deck AND the book 😂

[@meganquinn3757]

The Matlock the Hare decks are so worth it. The entries in the guidebook are written like stories. These decks are my daily pull decks and have been for over a year now. I even got the PDFs of the books they wrote so I can read more. You should definitely jump on this one.

[@PAB1068]

I’ve backed A Hare’s Odyssey and have most of their decks because I love Matlock the hare & all their artwork! ❤

[@apopheny]

On the Amazon page you showed for the old Ask Your Guides it actually says that there's a new version of the deck now available and links to the new one. :)

[@JayDeee24]

I have all of the Matlock decks and love them! All their campaigns have been run really well and usually get sent out early!

[@HekateanWino]

Hiya! Thanks for mentioning the Oracle of the Hekatean Path. The Amazon listing images seem to feature a watermark, that was on preview images prior to a publication deal, but I can assure everyone that the final, published deck does not. 😊

[@StevieScarlett]

Fellow Canadian here: thank you for checking out the Matlock bundle price in our dollar. I am very tempted!!!! Such gorgeous work ❤

[@brookehanson7431]

Look up the deck Mythologica Fennica! They are mass producing the deck now. The original is so colorful not sure why they changed the palate to much more blue tone. but its a very cool deck!!!!!

[@nemiatarot497]

I love your pendant! It looks beautiful with the top. And I always like your hot takes.

[@dropofgoldentarot]

I have the Arboridium Oracle and I love it. Each card description in the guidebook reads like a fable. So a story with a meaning that is inferred. Quality is good and they tend to send art prints and/or cup coaster in their packages. They also sell the decks and storybooks about the characters and world on their Etsy shop. And while I love this deck and use it quite often, I don't feel the need to own them all.

[@pjnaylor]

The Oracle of the Hekatean Path does not have that watermark on each card. I just got mine today. I will be going through it thoroughly tomorrow when I have time, but decent card stock and not sticky, but semi glossy. The images are quite interesting at first glance.

[@MichelleMontemayor]

I love Wand Wood and the other decks. The art is amazing and the writing is soooo good. I pull cards to read the fable-like guidebook entry. I recommend them if you love story telling and world building type atuff 😅😊

[@FloraSprout]

Lisa how could you show how to add on all of the decks in that adorable wizard bunny universe 😂 I was being so good! But much like you I simply...must have it all...if I'm going to get one...hmmmmmmmm

[@FloraSprout]

Ahahaha someone dropped an early bird pledge, so I grabbed it and everything else. Will see if I waffle at all.

[@Lisa_Papez]

Oops 💸💸💸💸

[@AisicsRule]

I always love these hot take videos, Lisa! Thank you for them! And look, I LOVE the Matlock the Hare world and own three of the decks plus backed A Hare's Odyssey on the first day it launched -- but I'm not sure those decks would fit in well with how you typically use oracle decks. The artwork doesn't always obviously reflect the keyword. It does make sense when you read the stories in the guidebook, but just looking at the cards at a glance, the connection isn't always clear. There's also a lot of conlang ('Dalespeak' as Phil and Jacqui call it) which is super cute, but in a few of the cards, the keyword itself is Dalespeak which also makes it difficult to use for quick readings. Now, I intentionally have the decks to deep dive with the guidebook stories, and I have a TON of fun doing 'field trips' and RPG journaling with them. But for basic readings or daily draws, I'm not sure they would work as well. The coloring book would probably be a fun option for you, though!

[@Nowyouknow769]

Thank you for all your research and work. I love the Matlock cards, I got them all. Love your videos ❤

[@souldreamer8571]

I just got the muted card version of the Ciro Marchetti deck. The nine of wands is labeled as the fool and there is no guidebook and the cards are huge!!!! There is apparently a kit one coming. I would hold out for that one as the other ones is a sticky matt cardstock

[@Patchwork_Tarot]

I love the Dirt Gems deck. Some of the cards ARE black and white. The guidebook is one of the best.

[@tatjanawinkler882]

Dear Lisa❤, thank you for showing the Oracle of the Hekatean Path🙏🏻! As a follower of Goddess Hekate I already preordered this deck and I am suuuuuuper excited to get it😲👍🏻😍😍😍!

[@khan7459]

pssst ....sie heißt Lisa...... 😘

[@tatjanawinkler882]

@@khan7459 oh, I just saw my mistake, I know that she's Lisa. Thank you🙂

[@khan7459]

@@tatjanawinkler882 Believe me, I confuse names all the time...

[@meloncreampuffs]

Thank you for validating the lurkers 😉

[@tarottarantulas]

Awwww, the Jackalope as the lovers in the Cryptid deck💕💕 Kudos to the creator for depicting a proper Jackalope....with the Antelope horns instead of deer antlers. 😊 Dedicated Jackalope fan from Wyoming here. Lol.

[@MJ-sv1qt]

The Adventure Tarot: A Road Trip looks the most interesting to me out of all the decks. The write-ups seem to be a total vibe and I’m just overall loving the whole concept. I am 99.5% that it’s going in my cart right now. 😜💜

[@pennysmith3803]

I bought the Magikal Cottage oracle and love it however I’ve not used it and am not sure where it fits in my collection yet…

[@kelvynmartin8688]

Hi Lisa, I love these videos the most. I do love all your work though. I have all the Matlock the Hare decks and I love them and yes I have ordered the hares odyssey already. The cards are such beautiful card stock and there is so much detail in each card. Worth every cent. You know they will keep adding more decks to the collection. And then you will want them as well. I have no regrets at all with purchasing them. There is not much out there in the way of this art style....... its so story book and magical. There is a special feeling I get when I work with these decks and its hard to explain how you feel like your a part of their world while using them. Its like I am there somehow and I love traveling into each card to visit. You do you, but I would bite the bullet and treat yourself. Your Birthday is coming after all. Ha Ha 😃 Please say hello to Peggy for me. Take Care. Terri from Australia 🇦🇺 💜 🦘

[@apopheny]

I have the White Hare Wisdom and love it for my more whimsical readings. It's such a warm and cosy deck. I haven't bought the other decks for much the same reason as you don't want to start buying them at all. That said, if they could ever be persuaded to make a tarot I wouldn't hesitate to hit the 'Back this project' button.

[@aspasiarising4732]

Very fun, thank you, Lisa. I'd already backed the AfterLight -- gives me springtime in Paris vibes and I love the Queen of Swords in it.

[@hollyc6943]

A thought on those beautiful hare oddysey oracle card series - the Seasons of the Witch series is almost done, once you've completed that set, you could start on the one of Matlock the hare. 🤣

[@MyAndromedanCheese]

I promised myself no more pre-orders, but then you had to show The Adventure Tarot.... A tarot on burnout, releasing expectations and going your own way while being playful?! I HAD to order - I just had to! Plan on playing with it as soon as it lands in my hands. :)

[@Intuitive-Whispers]

Lisa be aware that there is a printing error for the nine of wands on the Mystic Palette. Instead of "IX," it's labeled as "0". Just an FYI.

[@leahduors]

Yes! Mine too. And there is no guidebook.

[@Intuitive-Whispers]

@@leahduors I think all copies are that way It's a misprint.

[@Christa.Chronicles]

OMG THAT ADVENTURE TAROT!!! Andrews McMeel is the BEST!!! They're my favorite for children's books for work too, just all-around amazing stuff they always put out!! I'm so curious about the neopets one too having the indie version. I think they're the same but I can't QUITE tell. I SCREAMED when you said that's how you and Peggy met, I somehow missed that detail but i love that so much!!!! I played from like 7 years old all the way through high school, I need to log back on soon!

[@Lisa_Papez]

We totally did!!!!! We were in one of the little guilds together! lol That was way old school neopets. Wild!!

[@moirad6579]

Thanks for this... i think i need the hare oracle LOL

[@kim.elisa1]

I need the Adventure Tarot!

[@FloraSprout]

Oh another thing! Have you considered a video where you go back and visit the kickstarter campaigns of decks you've shown? To see how they've come along, if there were issues, how it turned out, etc? I think it could potentially be really interesting but I also understand that might take a lot of time and may be likely to bring some drama which nobody wants. But I know you've used this video to revisit some you were skeptical about just to see. Might be interesting!

[@ottavina]

I have the Dirt Gems (Indie) and the black and white cards are Air suit cards.

[@WHITEWOLFY333]

Anne TI did a walkthrough of Neopets tarot 😀

[@fattima7913]

I really love these videos, they keep me up to date with new releases.I'm going to check out The Mystic Palette tarot it looks good Thanks Lisa 😊

[@ailsaek477]

Even if you don’t use the cards (Jacqui Lovesey) the stories with each card are wonderful. I recommend buying the mini White Hare Wisdom for starters.

[@Rootedintherealms]

Already backed hare's odyssey

[@cherylf7333]

I'm 99% its a reprint of the indie Neopets deck? I may have pre-ordered it. If (as I'm hoping) its the same then the minors are scenic. My wife and I recently started playing again lol. RE the Night circus deck...I looked at it and the about the creator has a website listed usstarwheel that has a couple of decks listed (including the one in the kickstarter??) that feel like maybe they came out in an Asian country first? and not a lot of info about the company which is what gave me pause. There is a deck on the site that looks like a cute AF children's book though (Mirasol and Caisie of the year tarot) and I do kind of want it....

[@paperstorycraft]

I feel the same way about all Phil and Jacqui decks. There’s also BOOKS for this world. I love the idea of a whole world but it’s almost too much too.

[@Grace-lw4hd]

Thanks - Loved this - I have Dirt Gems indie and it is a fav for me 💕

[@aiatarlill]

Two decks for the wishlist now and both MM. Excellent result!

[@carriesmysticalmusings]

My favorite line .. "if I can't pronounce it I'm probably not going to use it" 😂 I felt that so much when looking at that. I picked up the mystic palette in color and it is very vibrant and beautiful ❤

[@Lisa_Papez]

The realness though!

[@alita_mahree]

Adventure Tarot is a must for me and the Hare's Odyssey is a possibility. I have two of their decks and do like them, though I hardly use them, hence the hesitation. Thanks for these hot takes!

[@rachelmaher8406]

I have the muted Mystic Pallette tarot. Not the MM. But I love it!

[@NightOwlandtheMoon]

Fantasy Night Tarot- I backed and they are sending out lots of updates for all the suits, and they look amazing!

[@TarotTherapeia]

When I checked the creators website listed on the KS they are selling pirate copies of the Luna Lapin Tarot

[@NightOwlandtheMoon]

@@TarotTherapeia that is strange! I was worried, but I got my decks today -- I ordered all three sizes, and they are absolutely amazing! I love the artwork and quality so much. And the artist and creator wrote a very touching intro in the little white book.

[@MaterMotely]

A lot of kickstarters are not charging for shipping during the campaign, they are charging it through backerkit later. At least that has been my experience over the last year or so.

[@tyanasaurushex]

The Adventure Tarot looks so fun! I'm keeping my eye on it 👀

[@nohelanikh6788]

You never mentioned the Animal Guides Tarot 😢

[@Lisa_Papez]

Awww not sure how that one got missed because it was on my list, but it's beautiful! It reminds me a lot of the Guardian Angel deck I love as a comforting bedtime-type deck. :) Did you preorder it?? Are you excited about it? What are your thoughts??

[@nohelanikh6788]

@@Lisa_PapezI am very excited for it! I’m still deciding between pre-ordering it and waiting for a Hay House Sale, but I’ll definitely get it in the next few months. I would absolutely use it the way you use the Guardian Angel Tarot. ❤☺️

[@tarotwithjae6426]

Love how the Backpacker of Pents showed up for You today!!

[@Lunarclaireity]

😂 the Jungian oracle/your response… I just can’t 😂🤣 but super agreed fyi! LOVE THE CONCEPT but yeah… missed these so much/‘you’ ❤

[@laurabondurant5096]

TAROT OF ECHOES has shipped!!! 4 days count down. 💃🏽

[@tellbee654]

I’ve been watching these on Amazon pre release . I like the look of ‘Deadly Apothecary’, especially as the creator is Priestess Moon. But I think I will finally choose ‘Dirt Gems’ . So pleased it is now available mass market

[@cindylee5593]

How do tell what country kick-starters will ship to?

[@TarotTherapeia]

Lisa you are right to be wary of The Fantasy Night Theatre Tarot. The website linked on their KS is selling pirate copies of The Luna Lapin Tarot.

[@Lisa_Papez]

WHAT!?!?!? OMG that's horrible!!! I had funny vibes about it - dangit. Thanks for sharing that!

[@KarenLawana]

Mushrooms are definitely having a moment. They're everywhere. I do love mushrooms, but I draw the line at mushroom coffee. Gag!

[@LouValcourt]

Yes mushrooms are having a moment. Mushrooms are to Gen Z what pineapples are to Millennials.

[@linda42tarot]

Well now I’m going have to get The Adventure Tarot 😁

[@hannahlouise8036]

I’m really disappointed that the neopets deck isn’t the original one that was the actual pets - I don’t connect with the fairies one at all!

[@allisondrake3040]

Astroherbal-vol 1 is medical herbs, vol 2 is culinary herbs and vol 3 is Bachs flower essences

[@Mirabilia_Magpie]

I am having a similar reaction to The Adventure Tarot. #neednow

[@carole5648]

For the Fantasy Night Theater, it says based in Wyoming but if you click on the creator it says in China, so that discrepancy is a red flag for me. There is a link to a website that is also sus

[@thrivingselfcarerenee]

I came here to comment this as well. Super sus...

[@NightOwlandtheMoon]

I hope it’s ok because I backed it and I love the art

[@jack-a-lopium]

How do they make those 'fandom' decks so inexpensive? I bought one of them from Titan (the Necronomicon Deck) but how can they make them semi-decent as well as pay for the license fee? They're definitely legit, but I am totally sus about them, lol.

[@hollyc6943]

WTH? The Adventure Tarot isn't released here until 25th April 😭 When you get it, please could you include it as a choice for Members' reading? x

[@Lisa_Papez]

YES! I'll try to remember to do that!! If you don't see it on my deck list after I get it, remind me!!

[@hollyc6943]

@@Lisa_Papez Thank you!

[@aylah.astrology]

the Jungian oracle also freaks me out 😂

[@laurabondurant5096]

47:18 👀 Your face and mouth! Dying.

[@novamunditarot]

been waiting on this one 🤓 You look great 😍

[@RileyEffective]

Re: the things you struggled to pronounce from the Oracle of The Hekatean Path, I just wanted to point out that that's the transliterated Ancient Greek and that the word immediately under it is the English translation of said Greek. So you can just stick to the English, it's the same word ;)

[@FR0STBL0D]

7:57 The Deadly Apothecary Oracle ... takes a wonderful, wonderful approach. However ... I really dislike the way the deck is shoehorning the plants/priestesses of poison into quite conventional feminitities. It's so far removed from how traditional plant lores are doing gender. I'll give an example: Yew exists in three variants: female, male and more seldom hybrid. There are also cases of Yew trees changing sex. Yew is the crone and the sage ...as well the ageless one beyond sex. Holly usually is as male as symbol can get ... I also don't get why the "priestesses of poison" need to be represented by just white folks. There's no advantage in it ... Also the "priestess of poison" thing feels quite off. It's really unfortunate and actually painful seeing such a nice deck so brutally limiting itself.

[@chaneldays]

The adventure tarot write ups are cute and well done

[@DetailHunter]

I respectfully decided to cancel my pledge on Obscura Tarot, despite recognizing the interest many have in it here. While I understand some may interpret the cards using the classic system, I personally find the imagery unsettling, resembling characters from a nightmare, especially the man with the heavy cross on his head. Imagining using these images in readings is discomforting. Additionally, purchasing it solely for resale at a higher price seems inappropriate. Overall, I feel it would be a waste of both time and shelf space, given its heavy and unpleasant energy.

[@weststartarot-Liz]

Well, darn, so with you about the Jungian Archetypes deck.....I would love a deck of Jungian archetypes, but I am sorry, that artwork is just a big N-O...... And no, you are not making it up, it does seem as if mushrooms are having a moment.......

[@tommylynch790]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@BohemianRoseTarot]

Ask your guides is a really great book. I didn't know it was a deck, too. Not sure the deck, New or old, is my thing, but cool

[@MarleneTheresa]

🦋