Taking a look at the Lumina Tarot ~ Mass market against my first ever indie deck!

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Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set 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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[@jinxminx55]

I think I like the closer images, even though you see a little less. I feel they are more impactful closer up. I also like the original font. I have the second edition, so I'm happy with that.

[@emmamoon444]

Overall I think I prefer the indie edition, the images are much more inviting and the detail is clearer, and I love the unique font. But I absolutely love the new backs and gilding of the mass market. They both have their pros, and neither have any cons to me really.

[@dawntheprawn7069]

Such a beautiful deck. I still like the indie deck better. I love the closeness of it and stronger details. The colours I think are better too xx thank you for showing it Simon xx

[@the_hermits_cave]

@@dawntheprawn7069 You’re welcome ☺️

[@Elengem11]

I initially passed on this one, but seeing it again it is really lovely! Added to the list! Thank you for sharing. ☺

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome. Hope you enjoy it! 😍

[@NiVinny]

What a nice surprise! I'm really interested in this decķ! Seven years ago I got very important reading. This deck was used for it. Thank you so much!

[@the_hermits_cave]

Wonderful! 😍

[@amandamonaghan1190]

What fab deck. Thanks for sharing Simon ❤

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome 😊

[@jo-josbookhoard6693]

In most images I prefer the closeness of the indie deck. It seems more personal and not as detached as the mass market.

[@lauralfitzgerald542]

I have been waiting YEARS for Lumina tarot, she hasn’t produced the deck for a long time! So getting the mass produced version is my only option even though I would prefer the indie deck!

[@the_hermits_cave]

I didn’t know that 🙏🏼❤️

[@golden1789]

For me the indie deck is a preference for the close ups and fonts / title colours. However, I think Rockpool have done an amazing work to make this more available.

[@the_hermits_cave]

I completely agree 👍🏼

[@aspasiarising4732]

Thank you for the side-by-side walk-through, Simon. Always good to see new mass market decks.

[@the_hermits_cave]

@@aspasiarising4732 You’re welcome, lovely ☺️

[@twisttheleaf]

I think I like the indie version better. The closer crop feels like it draws you into the cards more.

[@the_hermits_cave]

I agree. The MM is a great affordable option though 😍

[@rachelmaher8406]

On my list. One of first decks was the Wild and Unknown.

[@junebugblues]

Thanks for this, Simon!! The indie was one of my first decks and Lumina will always hold a special place in my heart. It took me a few years to open to reading with the deck (I find it to be a bit blunt/ to the swordpoint) but it's one of my early loves.

[@the_hermits_cave]

@@junebugblues Completely agree 😍

[@starseedtarot1111]

I have the French version of this deck produced by Arcana Sacra. They kept the Indie design for the back which I prefer to the one Rockpool has made. Nonetheless Rockpool did a fantastic job (minus the copyright which is a bit annoying) with this deck. You also reminded me that I really need to finally buy the Connected & Free Oracle 😂. Thanks Simon for the comparison 😊 x

[@the_hermits_cave]

You’re welcome! Where did they put the ©️? I can’t see it?

[@starseedtarot1111]

@@the_hermits_cave On the Rockpool one, the copyright (is it not the right term) that you’ve shown in your video on the side of the card.

[@the_hermits_cave]

@@starseedtarot1111 no, that’s the indie that had the copyright on

[@starseedtarot1111]

@@the_hermits_caveAaaah was it? My bad hahaha 🤣 I thought you picked the card from the Mass Market deck. Apologies 😊

[@TrioofWitchesTarot]

Thanks for this comparison. I have the indie but I won't use it for other people. I was worried about the quality of the mm and waited to see a comparison. I've pre-ordered it now. It is supposed to arrive in the US on Sept 17.

[@the_hermits_cave]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy 😍

[@tellbee654]

My copy arrived yesterday and I’m thrilled to have it. I had seen it on your video of ( I think?) your .’favourite of all time’ decks and immediately was enthralled. I nearly bought the French edition and then saw that Rockpool were bringing it out in Sept... so a done deal for me and worth the wait. I happened to have the ‘ Old Ways Magick ‘ deck on my table ( by Naomi Cormack...one of my favourites)...and there was a pairing just waiting to happen...so I’m doubly delighted. Great to see comparison and I really hope that Rockpool bring out the oracle deck.

[@the_hermits_cave]

Me too 🤞🏼

[@sparklingsia7279]

I love the lumina tarot. But I only have the French version😊