The first deck we call Ascendant. Its design incorporates all the refinements that we have learned over the years and mixes those with the organic symmetry first seen in Tendril. The colors are bold, the borders are intense, the faces are dark and the level of detail has been increased.

The box is printed on a soft-touch matte black paper with incredible metallic green details and subtle gloss black foil tendrils. This deck was printed by USPCC in a limited run of less than 5,000 and will never be reprinted.

Nightfall is a mirror of the original, with much the same art and layout. We designed the original to be as if you were in the tropical rainforest, peering up at the sun through the natural habitat. Nightfall is that same view, but time-shifted to the evening, when the moon is glowing and the light is cool and dark. We subtly refined many aspects of the original design and added some visual texture and detail. Nightfall is the perfect companion to the original Tendril deck.

The box features deep blue metallic foil, debossed accents and vibrant color artwork. This deck was printed by USPCC in a limited run of 5,000 and will never be reprinted.

Inspired by a legendary age, where great honor and victory were won on the battlefield. In Emerald Green, the Bloodlines is the latest iconic deck in the Empire Series from Kings & Crooks. Designed by Lee McKenzie, it's a fearless deck that kicks dirt in the face of the playing card norm. It's also the daring successor to our treasured, ultra-rare and highly coveted Empire Playing Cards.

No detail is left untouched. From the epic and ornate engraved-style backs and striking custom-illustrated court cards, to the elegant, completely re-imagined pip design and iconic Ace of Spades. A courageous, custom-illustrated deck with powerful story-telling design guarded edge-to-edge by its pioneering signature Empire band.

Shielded in a velvet-soft, pure white case and adorned with a bold, precision-embossed wrap around design, the box itself is a beauty to behold. Crowned with glistening silver foil accents and a custom closure seal, the Empire Bloodlines is made for those who know that greatness is achieved by choice, not chance.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Co. on FSC-certified, premium quality casino grade stock. They're tough. Lasting. With a superior quality finish for high performance handling combined with a traditional cut, they are the preferred choice for expert card handlers. They'll stand up to a beating better than most.

A commanding blend of beauty and boldness in every card, the Empire Bloodlines tells a story of courage and inspiring greatness. Breath-taking playing cards with a brave mission, they dare you to look within, step out of line, and build your own Empire. It's in your blood.

KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kingsandcrooks/empire-bloodlines-playing-cards-and-warrior-card-a

Cards from MPC (MakePlayingCards.com) that use raised/textured ink on the cards. This version is the standard full color edition. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/makeplayingcards/impressions-playing-cards

2,000 printed per update from artist in this thread at United Cardists. 300 of which received the special holographic silver seal, leaving 1,700 of the deck without the seal.

2,000 printed per update from artist in this thread at United Cardists

Inspired by Russian Folklore and created by Natalia Silva, 359 backers pledged $9,684 in this KickStarter project on November 14, 2014.  Cards were printed by USPCC with a planned run of apx. 2,500 decks, plus uncut format was available.

Gambler’s Warehouse is proud to present Ultimate Universe playing cards. A conceptual expansion on the four symbols of Oriental mythology, Ultimate Universe takes star-born legends to new heights. Elements of 2D pixel art infused with striking color schemes make for a visual experience that is both complex and fun. Mythology and technology coalesce beautifully in Ultimate Universe.

Ultimate Universe is the work of artist Junichi Tsuneoka who has produced art for acts such as Mos Def and Mudhoney, and for the brand Nike. The card collector community is lucky to have this brilliant innovator stepping into our midst. Let’s welcome Junichi by supporting his stellar new project—Ultimate Universe.

Funded as a Kickstarter project on November 11, 2014 with £13,664 (about $20,000 USD) pledged from 589 backers, this was a set of two decks (standard Teal & special edition Red). Designed by Alvin Cheung through his SiShou Playing Cards, the design was inspired by Ancient Chinese mythology where the four mythical creatures represents a direction and a season, and each has its own individual characteristics and origins. The 56 card decks were printed by Legends Playing Card Co using diamond finish stock in an embossed pearlescent tuckbox with a perforated seal. Each playing card is designed carefully in vector format to maintain a sharp finish when printed. Every court card has a unique beast allocated to the suit: Spades - Azure Dragon, Hearts - Vermilion Bird, Clubs - Black Tortoise, Diamonds - White Tiger This PCDB Entry is for the special edition Redl deck. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sishoudecks/sishou-four-beasts-playing-cards-by-alvin-cheung

Funded as a Kickstarter project on November 11, 2014 with £13,664 (about $20,000 USD) pledged from 589 backers, this was a set of two decks (standard Teal & special edition Red). Designed by Alvin Cheung through his SiShou Playing Cards, the design was inspired by Ancient Chinese mythology where the four mythical creatures represents a direction and a season, and each has its own individual characteristics and origins. The 56 card decks were printed by Legends Playing Card Co using diamond finish stock in an embossed pearlescent tuckbox with a perforated seal. Each playing card is designed carefully in vector format to maintain a sharp finish when printed. Every court card has a unique beast allocated to the suit: Spades - Azure Dragon, Hearts - Vermilion Bird, Clubs - Black Tortoise, Diamonds - White Tiger This PCDB Entry is for the standard Teal deck. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sishoudecks/sishou-four-beasts-playing-cards-by-alvin-cheung