I’ve been a bit MIA for a while due to COVID related work - essential worker tasks, , my own health issues (not COVID related) and I loved coming back to this video! Your videos bring me so much joy and happiness!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Welcome back lovely ☺️
@fierceandpretty13654 жыл бұрын
The Shimmering Veil was my biggest positive surprise this year. I have used it every single day since I got it and it is just so special to me. One awesome thing also in that deck os it’s connection with my runes and seemlesly they share a voice.
@jaxtarot4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with Shadowlands Tarot, I love it, so much so that I haven't purchased any decks after that, think I have found 'My Deck'
@traceymitchell66194 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to get the Witches Wisdom deck. I gave my daughter a list of 3 decks that I want for Christmas and she is going to choose one for me as a surprise so I don't know which one I am getting , Witches Wisdom is one of them.. I love the look of it and I kind of wish I had just gone out and bought it myself because I can't wait to get it. If I don't get it for Christmas I will buy it myself right after it looks amazing.
@innerji4 жыл бұрын
The Neo Rider Shadow Deck is my go-to deck when reading for clients. Good new - with regular use and shuffling, they become less slippery.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
I noticed yesterday as I was showing them that they weren’t jumping out like they used to. 🙏🏼♥️
@lynnzukowski4 жыл бұрын
The Shimmering Veil and Witches Wisdom are in my top 5 too.
@BoyDiviner4 жыл бұрын
So soon!! I can't wait to do my own!!! I just can't decide if I should do the "release" version or the decks that I bought in 2020 regardless of release date. Maybe both, but I believe there will be some overlap. I love that the Witch's Wisdom is so up there in your top 5, especially since it's pretty new and also mass market!!! It's on my wishlist!! The Black Light Tarot is not anything I've heard about but OMG so striking.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
It’s wonderful, absolutely love it. Yes, this year I decided to stick to those released in 2020, being as I bought so many this year, it narrowed it down a lot 😍
@NinasFibreArt4 жыл бұрын
I love your selection. If I have a minute I might do a VR. Hope you’re doing well Simon. Sending heaps of love and light your way ❤️😘
@SunshineDawn74 жыл бұрын
I would like that :-) Blessings Nina !
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
I’m doing good, how are you lovely? Would love to see a VR! 😍
@ToMagdyVlog4 жыл бұрын
The Shadowland tarot and The Shimmering Veil are my favourites this year as well! 😊
@RebelChildWitchery4 жыл бұрын
Definitely adding the Black Light Tarot to my wishlist! I love how the colors stand out 😍
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
It’s wonderful!
@elainecelticrootstarot39604 жыл бұрын
Great selection Simon, thanks for sharing!! I'm so happy to see the Witches Wisdom Tarot there!! 😍❤️
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
I thought you’d appreciate that 😍
@stephaniecarter84584 жыл бұрын
I absolutely agree with your choices, my favorite has to be Witches Wisdom! WOW! and yes on Oak Ash Thorn Deck too!
@musingsbymascha4 жыл бұрын
Oh, I so love your top 5 videos, Simon! ❤️ I’m usually quite good at guessing, but this time around I could guess only one of your Top 5 Tarots of 2020, which we share, in fact!! 🥰 I’m excited about making a VR now!✨🙏✨
@talkingcrow2 жыл бұрын
I really love your choices. Thank you.
@keylyg68724 жыл бұрын
I was edging my Witches Wisdom deck while watching. I actually have all your favorites and totally agree with your choices. I definitely have backups of them, all except the Neo Rider since there were four decks. The black light tarot is awesome when it's glowing. I also agree with the earlier comment that the Bloodstone and Earthflesh should be included. It's one of my all time favorites.
@ligli5004 жыл бұрын
oh my god I just edged my Witches Wisdom deck last night and I'm so curious to know what colour you went for! I was so torn between a beautiful navy OR a golden ochre (to match the flower on the back)... ended up going with the ochre and it is absolutely gorgeous, definitely happy with the outcome (: How about you?
@keylyg68724 жыл бұрын
I went with blue for the edges but I bet the golden ochre looks great. I was debating which one go with.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Was there any bleeding? And what pens did you use?
@keylyg68724 жыл бұрын
I didn't have the jagged edge bleed like I've experienced on other decks but I can see a little bit of the edge color while looking at the face of the cards. Maybe this can be attributed to the groove that develops on the edge of the chisel tip. I used a phthalo blue from Master's Touch. It matches the leaves on the card backs. I think it looks wonderful but everyone has there own taste.
@ligli5004 жыл бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave I didn't have any bleeding at all! I used the Talens Ecoline brush pen #407 deep ochre which I believe is water based. It dried pretty instantly and I haven't had any colour come off even with extensive shuffling. The only 'problem' is that if you go over the same place twice with this pen, the colour deepens slightly - so the corners of the deck sometimes look a tad uneven but I don't think it's that noticeable and I don't mind it in the least! Wish there was a way to share photos so it was easier to show what I mean haha (www.royaltalens.com/en/catalog/ecoline-brush-pens/brush-pen-deep-ochre-407/)
@dropofgoldentarot4 жыл бұрын
Shadowlands has been off and on my wish list. I just can't decide if I want to get this or Monstarot . I'm not a fan of RWS like you are, but the Shadow Edition of the Neo Rider is gorgeous ... if I was ever going to get a dec with the traditional art work, it would be this one. I have started working with the Witches' Wisdom and am loving it!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
It’s so beautiful! Very slippery though 😆
@MysticSunchild4 жыл бұрын
So many wonderful decks have come out this year! Thank you for sharing your favorites 💛
@knelson34844 жыл бұрын
Thank you Simon. A few decks there I will be giving a closer look.
@tanyapizzolattoshimmerngtarot4 жыл бұрын
What fun. I think, I will make one too. I love that black light and and Neo Rider Shadow deck, I need to get those:)
@lisaamber15664 жыл бұрын
Great video. Interesting to see your top 5. Many thanks xxxx
@JudyReadsCards4 жыл бұрын
I love how the Shadow Neo Rider's 3 of Pentacles showed up reversed just as you were talking about not working with the deck as much as you'd like.
@MyVoiceTarot4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful choices, I love the Witches' Wisdom. Mine is coming in the mail. So wonderful to see mass market decks with such quality and attention to detail.
@karentemplesnow89604 жыл бұрын
I love your pick Simon (Except for the RWS , lol) I haven't even looked through my Shadowlands yet, and I got it when it came out! Only thing that jarrs, is the backs don't go with the fronts. Really strong colours for a pastel deck. I MUST have the Shimmering veil and the Witches Wisdom! Thanks and see you soon xx
@jamieloom224 жыл бұрын
The Shimmering Veil and The Witches Wisdom are on my 2020 favorites and I would add The Bonestone and Earthflesh to this list.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Good choice!
@larkeldarian3 жыл бұрын
I have only recently got back into my tarot, I love all the rider decks the variations are so cool, but I also like Ciro marchettis decks too and my fave rider clone is my llewellyn....lol
@crab36964 жыл бұрын
My favorite decks (mix of tarot and oracle) for 2020 are the ones I used the most: Second Nature Tarot, Roots and Wings, Black Moon Astrology Oracle and Firefox oracle.
@WaterChildTarot4 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your selections, Simon. I think my Top 5 for this year would be Star Seeker, Shimmering Veil, The Vindur Deck, Tarocco Bolognese Carte Fine al Mondo, and the Adam C de Hautot Tarot from Sullivan Hismans (seems like cheating as I don't even have my copy yet, but I am so excited for this one!). Honorable mention: Tarot Sirene (very late 2019), and the Francois Gassmann reproduction from Yves Reynaud.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Great choices 😍
@tarotbykeeley4 жыл бұрын
Hi Simon, I ordered “The Deck of the Bastard” Tarot after watching your review, it arrived on Friday & I’ve completely fallen in love with them, I can’t thank you enough for your introduction to them 💗
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Yaaay! It’s a wonderful deck, enjoy 😊
@SunshineDawn74 жыл бұрын
I really liked your choices. You are so bad for my budget lol but i think the world of you :-) You have helped get me through this awful year. I really love the shadowland tarot. I was pleasantly surprised by that one. Wasn't sure id like it till i held it in my hands and fell in love with it. The neo is beautiful but i can't keep it in my hands its so slippery. The shimmering veil looks amazing ! I can get one deck and i was going to get the black light but now i am very interested in the shimmering veil. The witches wisdom is beautiful just got it so haven't really worked with it yet. Looking forward to it. I have the Pam's Vintage and Pam's original on the way for my Christmas presents because of one of your videos. Working with the winter Waite which i love. I really appreciate all the work you do for this community ! I find the best decks because of you ! Many Blessings Simon !
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Thank you your kind words mean a lot 🙏🏼♥️
@SunshineDawn74 жыл бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave XO
@justBEingjada4 жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to get the black light tarot especially with I start my journey with mushrooms then do my readings perfect combo
@dejablu3 жыл бұрын
I've just received my Blacklight Tarot and I am sooo in love with it I can't put it down 🌠
@ArcanePanda4 жыл бұрын
I LOVE Pam’s Delight, I am heartbroken that I missed it. I loved this video, I love the black light as well. Hope you’re having a beautiful week 💫
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
It’s coming back next year! 😍
@franksnijders633 жыл бұрын
My favorite deck of the year is the Elemental Wisdom Tarot from Taroteca Studios the large edition with the matt golden edges:)
@kyleliz78074 жыл бұрын
Really, so many amazing decks in 2020! I agree on the Shimmering Veil, Shadowlands and Witches Wisdom -- really enjoying them, don't have the others. The deck I've been really surprised by is True Heart Intuitive Tarot by Rachel True! Never mind the guidebook, which is quite good. The images are amazing, and I've even done research on them (Like, what was one of images in The Lovers card modelled after?). You see the pretty picture and then something catches your eye and zoom! you're off!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Oooh not familiar with that one 😲
@mysticrosetarot8884 жыл бұрын
Excellent to see that the "Witches Wisdom" has immediately connected with you! I see it's been added to your tarot deck holder over your shoulder. ;)
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s a firm favourite!
@davidmeacham95274 жыл бұрын
Well, I bought the Witches Wisdom immediately after watching this video. Another thing to take of a diminishing Christmas list!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
You’ll love it I’m sure!
@ligli5004 жыл бұрын
It is an absolutely beautiful deck and the accompanying book has the best writing. Did a couple readings with them today and yesterday and got incredibly accurate, helpful messages that really resonated with the querent/client. Hope your deck arrives quickly! (:
@papermoontarot42194 жыл бұрын
I thought Lonely Dreamer came out this year and I love that. I have the Shimmering Veil but actually prefer her Intuitive Tarot (which didn't come out this year) it's my soul deck. Shadowlands is cool. Otherwise I think I've gotten lots of newest editions of existing decks (Oriens which I do love, for example). Hoping Tarot of Mystical Moments shows up before year end cause I think that would be high on my list. Thanks, Simon.
@juliet38683 жыл бұрын
I hadn't even thought about back ups!!😳 I need to think about back ups!😆❤ Great video, thank you😊
@the_hermits_cave3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏼
@SpiritofAvalon4 жыл бұрын
Fab choices Simon 😍 I am going to do a VR to this with my Top 5. Trying to whittle it down to just 5 is hard lol! I may have to have one or two honorary mentions 😍❤️
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome. I’ll look forward to seeing it 😍
@silkekugler21984 жыл бұрын
Lovley Decks. I love to see your decks.
@FR0STBL0D4 жыл бұрын
An additional vote for the Witches and the Shimmering Veil. Both are wonderful in very different ways. While the shimmering veil as a whole isn't for me (even though Death, Judgement and some other cards are just perfect), the Witches' Wisdom is growing on my. The reversal of the major arcana's order makes perfectly sense. The animals included is fine. What I don't like is the lack of gender diversity (just the most prevalent two with male figures also quite stereotypical). The fault in the otherwise astonishing Witches' Wisdom makes me valuing the Shadowland Tarot more ... so this one also grows on me. My favourites of this year struggle with delays and becoming available. Not sure if I should count them for 2020 : Ian Miller's Grim Tarock, Animal Woman Tarot, Divine Masculine Tarot.
@SeasideTarot4 жыл бұрын
You're early with your top 5 Simon 🥰 some surprises in your choices. Many blessings for the season...Lucy
@heidididwhat4 жыл бұрын
Oh Pam’s delight! That’s on my wishlist now. I’m trying to butter-up my spouse for the Blacklight Waite, but it’s taking more butter than I’m willing to give. Ha!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Lol, spread it on nice and thick! 😆
@kathymamolenpsychicmedium4 жыл бұрын
I love Shadowland also, card stock is amazing. Just unboxed Witches Wisdom and starting to use. Wish Listing The Neo Rider Collection, wow!
@maddie57464 жыл бұрын
Beautiful decks , I love all 👍🏼
@GeriBee4 жыл бұрын
Great selection. I still have my eye on the Heaven and Earth deck though.
@LifeinLancashire4 жыл бұрын
I only started purchasing tarot decks a few months ago and out of the decks that I've got so far, only one is a 2020 deck. It's the Hieronymus Bosch Tarot by Travis McHenry (a Kickstarter that I backed, so the deck was only delivered a couple of weeks ago) and I got this because I love Bosch's artwork. Will be a long time before I actually use the deck for readings, but in the meantime I do love keep looking through all the cards.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Sounds interesting!
@hashtagtarot91374 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your video. There was so many new releases last year which makes it difficult to decide. However, just be beginning to work through mine. I aim to finish my list by next Feb. Takes me a long time to decide but I know that the Shimmering Veil will be part of my top five. . Many thanks for your video, always value your opinions. 😊😊👍
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. The Shimmering Veil is wonderful 🙏🏼♥️
@Beniffa4 жыл бұрын
The Shimmering Veil is so well deserved! Gorgeousness!! Like you say Simon, that deck really speaks to the soul 💛 I love my Pam's DeLight also, which has become a fave for me this year as has Neo Rider 'Royal The Witches Tarot may be on its way to me later this week... My number one spot has to go to 'New Choice Tarot de Marseille'! I know it wasn't released this year but I was so totally happy to have received that deck! That and my blue box 'Blushing Fool' i will cherish, always and forever! 🥰 My list - New Choice TdM - Blue Box RWS - The Shimmering Veil - Pam's DeLight RWS -François Gassmann 1840
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Great choices my friend! I’m thrilled you’re getting The Witches Wisdom and can’t wait to hear your thoughts 😍
@JensBalancedTarot4 жыл бұрын
I keep checking to see if Pam’s Delight has gone up for sale, but alas, I am consistently disappointed when I check the website...lol. I think I definitely would have expected Shadowlands and Shimmering Veil to be on this list. The others felt like surprises, but not sure what I would have guessed in their place. I am afraid to tackle this tag.....so many decks in 2020. 😳🥰
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
I challenge you! 😉
@JensBalancedTarot4 жыл бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave Challenge accepted. 💪
@BlueCrescentTarot4 жыл бұрын
Love this! Finally catching up on some videos and of course, this was on my list! Love seeing your top picks.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🙏🏼♥️
@LouValcourt4 жыл бұрын
Great choices! I’m going to do a similar video, but I didn’t get that many decks this year. I might do a top three.
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
I’ll look forward to seeing that 😍
@marshahostetler4 жыл бұрын
I know this video is going to cost me! Thank you Simon for all you wonderful videos it keeps the stupidity going on in the US at bay. Heck I watch KZbin more than I do TV now. Have a wonderful Christmas Simon and thank you again!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Me too lovely, wonderful escapism!
@ninokraine4 жыл бұрын
Okay...ordered Shadowlands. It’s not really my style but sometimes those speak loudest! The book sounds interesting. Thanks 🙏
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
It really is! I hope you love it 😍
@janisgaines53304 жыл бұрын
Oh wow may need that Shimmering Veil. Where was I when that was happening? Lol
@StrengthReversed4 жыл бұрын
Shimmering Veil is amazing!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@justinmichaeltarot4 жыл бұрын
Shimmering Veil is beautiful
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
It really is!
@justinmichaeltarot4 жыл бұрын
@@the_hermits_cave I just ordered the Witches Wisdom.. I’m going to ask Santa for the Shimmering Veil 😂
@lilpinkbear4 жыл бұрын
The Dark Light Tarot is luscious!
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Totally! My favourite so far from Tarot Collectables 😍
@HazelJaneTarot4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this. You're brave to don it now. What if you get an awesome deck for Christmas? Lol
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Lol, well you never know 😆
@Solar_flame_event4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t seen the neo rider Waite decks 😳 and the shadow version looks amazing!! I will watch the other decks at Kickstarter. It was a Kickstarter deck right? Thank you for sharing your top 5 of 2020!
@ravenmorningglory47744 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@nakitatillis27154 жыл бұрын
I think my top deck for 2020 is one from an Etsy shop called Dark Waite Tarot. It spoke to me with the first reading. I love your selection Simon. Where do you find all these beautiful decks? 😱😊
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
Being active on KZbin, Facebook and IG 😝
@kim-moonwhisper1354 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜💜💜
@melliestarot11014 жыл бұрын
Hi Simon, I’m dying to know where you get your wooden displays for the cards in the uk? I can’t find anything 😳 Thank u in advance
@reaverkai4 жыл бұрын
I did my own with an old jenka game, just an idea for a diy
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
My stepdad made it for me 😍
@marivelpineda27104 жыл бұрын
Hello, there do you know if the Pam's Delight Tarot will be printed again and if so where do I order it from?
@the_hermits_cave4 жыл бұрын
I believe so next year, you should find them if you use this link and click on LuckyCardStudio www.drivethrucards.com/m/product/220345
@00spitfire703 жыл бұрын
Where can you purchase the albino rws deck in a tin? I am having trouble finding it on make playing cards. I want the good card stock