Check out Oneness Emporium here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/ Please note: I received this deck from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything I’ve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck.
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@feliflix7 ай бұрын
The card stock quality of Lo Scarabeo decks has deteriorated rapidly over the last couple of years. In the past I have always defended the card stock used in their 'standard' decks because it was thin but definitely sturdy, “snappy”, and easy to shuffle, but the one used for this deck (and in others I've bought recently) is objectively horrible - it bends and deforms very easily, as if it had no core. I hope that Lo Scarabeo will soon realise that economising on these aspects is counterproductive and that they can quickly return to the old quality, otherwise I am convinced they will lose many loyal customers.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Agreed 💯
@SoulAlchemyIndigoJaguar73237 ай бұрын
It’s disappointing that these companies are cutting back on quality while continuously raising prices. It’s no wonder there is such a rise of people purchasing counterfeit decks.
@jannet44517 ай бұрын
I have this deck - it's stunning, and I love these cards. I agree, card stock is a bit thin, but the bright vivid colours and imagery make up for it, I think. Thank you for sharing, Simon ❤
@papermoontarot42197 ай бұрын
Besides the disappointing cardstock (I hope Lo Scarabeo is listening!), I'm a bit dismayed that all the faces are so young--I think the High Priestess, Hierophant, and Justice might have a little wisdom that comes with age, for example. But that's often the case with decks, isn't it, and the artwork is gorgeous, the colors really vibrant. Thanks for giving us a preview of this deck!
@DavidWilson-hd6iz7 ай бұрын
I agree with you about the faces. We meet a lot of people in life; some young, some middle aged, and some elders, in all kinds of different roles. It would be good if the faces had reflected those better, giving them more contrast and character.
@DavidWilson-hd6iz7 ай бұрын
Beautiful artwork and a great take on the RWS, but I think I'll stick with his Mystical Tarot, which I love. Pity about the card stock. I saw a written review the other day complaining about the same thing. Great review as always, Simon! Thanks for the preview.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome, David. Yes, sadly the card stock really lets it down 😔
@silvermyth21197 ай бұрын
Simon! You most lucky man! 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀 I have this Tarot on my Amazon list and I keep reviewing my list to see if its been released yet. Anyway, thank you very much for sharing this video! I'm sure I will want this deck even more when I finish watching the video.
@zoharbahir90107 ай бұрын
I got this deck from Oneness Emporium last week ! So beautiful, I love it So much.....I have his Jack O Lantern and Mystic Tarot also. The colour saturation is fabulous🌺🧡☺💕Thank you for this review. It's lovely to hear your take on it👍🙏❤
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome ☺️
@onenessemporium7 ай бұрын
Thank you for buying from me. I really appreciate the support as it help the Oneness emporium grow . Good to hear you are happy with your purchase
@Grotto_Ulrica5 ай бұрын
This is his finest work so far as far as I'm concerned; there's so much detail and depth. This is easily one of my top RWS decks. You can tell he really took great pains to be as exacting as possible. I love the surreal quality of his art, it's so well done that it enhances rather than detracts from the cards meanings.
@leecevictoria4817 ай бұрын
I was adding deckstiny's panoramic deck extras onto those when you were flipping through them 😂 the thing is with Lo Scarabeo decks. it doesn't matter how long I've had them, the art never wears off, unlike some more expensive decks. ❤ I thought it was beautiful 😍
@sylmaron58597 ай бұрын
I love the art, I could do without a red title bar though. The paper stock is a shame. I'd rather have them leave the little booklet out and refer to a pdf file on their website if this meant the card stock could be thicker.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Good point!
@JanetHall-um4rc7 ай бұрын
Beautiful deck. Love the richness of the colors. Agree with you on the cardstock. Should be more durable.
@elegantwitchery20544 ай бұрын
Gorgeous deck, wow!!💜
@estrelladelmar45747 ай бұрын
The artwork is gorgeous! I always expect thin card stock from any Lo Scarabeo deck so it isn’t a dealbreaker for me, too bad I won’t receive this deck till January here in the states. Thank you for the review, it’s always nice to see the full deck before deciding to purchase or not. This one’s staying on preorder for me.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Enjoy 😉
@feliflix7 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, this time the paper is even thinner than usual and, above all, without any rigidity - it is this 'deformability' that definitely makes the difference, for the worse.
@ikalesunflower7 ай бұрын
I actually like the artwork and the backs. It's a shame about the Chardstock ❤
@golden17897 ай бұрын
I LOVE THE BACKS!
@lorigreenbergАй бұрын
I have these and love the thinness for shuffling. They seem to be pretty durable for how thin they are. I’d buy four decks if I needed to. 😂 They’re my current favorite.
@RawSpirited7 ай бұрын
I was sooo looking forward to this deck! I love the artists other decks and art. Too bad about the card stock...Sadly this will be a no go for me. I am sure it will bother me every time I pick it up, so I will not be using it. waste of money then for sure. Thank you very much for your walk through .✨(always such a pleasure to get a notification and seeing you put out another video) 🙏
@TarotMagpie7 ай бұрын
That's such a shame about the cardstock, I always loved Lo Scarbeo for their tuckbox + good cardstock combo! I hope this is not going to be a permanent change for them.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Me too 😞
@SoNiels3 ай бұрын
Very interesting deck!
@silvermyth21197 ай бұрын
I have many Lo Scarabeo decks and have never really been fond of the cheap feel of the thin card stock ! Having said that, I love the artwork on the decks. It is specially disappointing to hear that this deck seems even thinner👎 I still plan to purchase it but it will 0:03 feel like a bittersweet purchase. It’s surprising to me though, there’s some very fine quality card stock available in Italy, Lo Scarabeo listen to your customers! You can do better than that. Other mass market Tarot decks are printed in much better quality card stock , you can as well. Thank you 🙏
@rachelar67 ай бұрын
Clicked on this to watch just by the box cover lol let's go! 🎉❤
@tarot_esoterica_with_erin7 ай бұрын
The artwork has this deck on my wish list and your review confirms I still want it.. despite disappointing card stock. Oh well
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
@pawstalk7 ай бұрын
I'm not as much concerned with the thinness of the cards as I am the glossiness and stickiness of them. (I started on the University Books deck and also have the Illuminated Tarot, both of which are super, super thin.) They do appear to be somewhat glossy, but can you tell me if they are sickeningly glossy and if they are sticky? I detest cards like the "original RWS". and a couple of the cat decks were the gloss is so terrible, that the cards stick together, making them hard to shuffle, or even separate. I love the images of this deck, but those two things are deal breakers for me.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
No, certainly not glossy or sticky 😉
@pawstalk7 ай бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave Thanks for that. :)
@Audrey-rb2nf7 ай бұрын
There's a lion face at the bottom of the Emperor card as well. Very nice deck.
@BarbaraRuth2027 ай бұрын
This deck is beautiful. I would prefer a better box and thicker card stock though? Thanks for the walkthrough Simon. x🙏🤗💖
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@rachelmaher84067 ай бұрын
Is the card stock thin as the great outdoors tarot? I am easy person but that card stock disappointed me. I was going to use that deck to bring hiking and backpacking.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
I don’t have that one to compare I’m afraid
@rachelmaher84067 ай бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave yeah. It is thin. I am like how is this going to hold out when I shove it in my back pack. I will have to be careful
@ickelave6 ай бұрын
I was looking up this video because I wanted buy the Tarot of Traditions but see how thin they are has really put me off its shame as cards are so stunning. I have there white cats of tarot and I love them but might hold off see if they improve the cards
@the_hermits_cave6 ай бұрын
I understand
@caveman30217 ай бұрын
Great review Simon! I think this will be one I have to get for the collection. Im a sucker for nice art like this. Ive been well behaved this year as far as buying decks goes, so Im telling myself I deserve it🤣
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
At least it’s a deck that won’t break the bank too. Enjoy! 😉
@Ashley__Rose7 ай бұрын
Simon what a shame 😭😭😭😭 Glad you shared- was about to possibly preorder for the January release
@the_hermits_cave6 ай бұрын
I’ve heard the kit version is better
@Ashley__Rose6 ай бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave oh really? I wonder if they offer that here in the US 🤔
@Railway_Cat6 ай бұрын
While I like the art style, I don’t think the additions added much for me. I feel the original RWS has enough symbology anyway.
@breannelove74427 ай бұрын
Thank you Simon I appreciate all your time spent with us and your knowledge. This artwork is stunning. 💞💗💖
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome 😍
@bonniehalford13297 ай бұрын
Thank you as always for the flip through Simon. I have had this deck on my wish list for quite some time now, since I first saw it on Amazon. I've just been waiting for a review. I'm in love with the art work, but I am very disappointed with the card stock. I'm gentle with my decks but it may be a deal breaker for me even though I love the art. There are so many decks to choose from and I take all the things I'm looking for into consideration. When money is tight, I want to put it toward the best (get quality rather than quantity).
@sandramolina50687 ай бұрын
Hi Simon, Tarot of Traditions is coming out in Jan. 2024 in the US. I have The Pre-Raphaelite Tarot deck and love the art and the colors so rich saturated. I have also have been looking forward to this deck, why change to thinner card stock , that's a let down. It is beautiful, you will have to keep us up to date on if the card stock effects the wear of the deck , etc. I really think they miss the mark by not addressing the art, symbolism plays a big part of tarot and would add a enrichment to the readings ! Thanks for sharing 🫶
@caberet7 ай бұрын
Hi I was wondering how to get the 15% discount, I can't see it online x
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Are you on the Oneness Emporium?
@caberet7 ай бұрын
hi yes I was x@@the_hermits_cave
@onenessemporium7 ай бұрын
You just pop everything in your basket and the discount is automatically applied at checkout . You don't need any codes
@caberet7 ай бұрын
thank you so much x@@onenessemporium
@dannyg33297 ай бұрын
I have added to my Amazon wishlist. The artwork for Tarot of Traditions is gorgeous.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
It really is 😍
@toadstooltarot7 ай бұрын
Lucky duck! I pre-ordered this hoping for it before Thanksgiving, but Amazon moved ship date back to January, so I cancelled. I may reorder later. I have all his other decks. His work is always gorgeous! I probably won't mind the stock. I might have to get used to the red labels and would've preferred something darker or less vibrant. I'm a little disappointed that he gave no credit to Pixie for her exacting poses which he copied to the letter. But I was surpised that he added his own atmospheric elements that are his signature - little details and faces in the clouds. Before you started I debated, should I order from the UK rather than wait til January. Now, I feel satiated. I thnk I can wait. Thanks for sharing a deck I've been so anxious about since May!
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
Yeah January although seems a way off, is literally 6 weeks 😝
@golden17897 ай бұрын
Oh how beautiful and oh how sad at the card stock and no book - a massive missed opportunity. Oooh and do look at the freebie cards from Oneness Emporium, it is a great quick way to see tarot unknown and I was dying for you to open the sticker book!
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
I’ll show the sticker book on Saturday 😉
@golden17897 ай бұрын
FAB! @@the_hermits_cave
@moirad65797 ай бұрын
Great video Simon. The artwork is stunning! The card backs are beautiful... i really want this! But the card stock... I don't know. I don't mind thin card stock as long as it shuffles well and doesn't bend or warp. And i totally agree... would love to know more about the artist's intention
@Santiago.s.7777 ай бұрын
Such a beautiful deck, Simon! Shame on the cardstock though. The backs remind me of the Radiant wise spirit deck. Thanks for sharing as always. I think I might get this one at some point. Blessings 🙏
@grannyweatherwax80057 ай бұрын
Thank you! I knew I’ve seen these backs before. I wonder if there are even other decks with this back. I really like the design though so I’m fine with it looking like others.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
It does! 😍
@narayanilguibarra35617 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing this deck Simon!! I've been waiting for this to come out for a while as well. For half the deck, all I could say was to declare (loudly) "lovely" several times for each card. Shame about cardstock and book. It needs to have a luxury edition with better cardstock, a two-piece box and a proper guidebook.... 🤔🙏 Will still be getting it though ... 😃
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
I agree! A special edition is needed 😉
@KimberlyLetsGo3 ай бұрын
Oh, dear. I came to see this review as I thought I would love this deck; it's so beautiful. But, that flimsy card stock kills the deal for me. I'm sad.
@the_hermits_cave3 ай бұрын
Same! 😞
@baldbookgeek7 ай бұрын
I genuinely love the artwork on these, but the card stock looks atrocious
@elspeth68077 ай бұрын
Onesness Emporium is my go-to now as well (after first discovering them through your channel!). The prices are fair, the service excellent and I’d much rather send my money to a decent business than some of these large, heartless corporations! I’m buying that sticker book from OE on payday (if there are any left!).
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
And I know Cheryl really appreciates the support 🙏🏼❤️
@LouValcourt7 ай бұрын
It’s really too bad about the card stock. The colours and symbols are rich and the art work makes me think of the renaissance.
@the_hermits_cave7 ай бұрын
A missed opportunity I feel. It is so beautiful 😍
@laurabondurant50967 ай бұрын
Does it have a black or white core? That makes all the difference. The LWB is a disgrace to the deck take a little time and explain the images, please.
@breannelove74427 ай бұрын
Black or white core I would suggest that after you receive your copy to try a deck interview I find my intuition always spot on and I hope this helps you 🙃🦜🌱🔥🐬