Darkness has taken the West. In The Caverns of Umbra, the children of The Skahthir renewed their lives after their land was lost to the darkness. The fires that kept them warm kept them safe and gave them light. They found redemption in Umbra for nearly forty years... but they were all deceived.

Umbra is a custom deck of playing cards revealing characters that exist in the world of Luminosity. Designed by Jody Eklund and written by Ricky Cassford, this allegory – years before The Events at Umbra Ridge, told through the Luminosity Deck – creatively illustrates the journey from shadow into light, or – if you will – from Umbra to Luminosity.

The journey to escape Umbra though comprised of rifts and chasms also includes enlightenment and revelation. Would you help bring this project out of the shadows? Would you support the enlightenment of Umbra?

KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dominion/umbra-playing-cards-inspired-by-norse-mythology

Full Deck Scan: https://cardscans.piwigo.com/index?/category/892-umbra_slate_merlot

Darkness has taken the West. In The Caverns of Umbra, the children of The Skahthir renewed their lives after their land was lost to the darkness. The fires that kept them warm kept them safe and gave them light. They found redemption in Umbra for nearly forty years... but they were all deceived.

Umbra is a custom deck of playing cards revealing characters that exist in the world of Luminosity. Designed by Jody Eklund and written by Ricky Cassford, this allegory – years before The Events at Umbra Ridge, told through the Luminosity Deck – creatively illustrates the journey from shadow into light, or – if you will – from Umbra to Luminosity.

The journey to escape Umbra though comprised of rifts and chasms also includes enlightenment and revelation. Would you help bring this project out of the shadows? Would you support the enlightenment of Umbra?

KickStarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dominion/umbra-playing-cards-inspired-by-norse-mythology

Full Deck Scan: https://cardscans.piwigo.com/index?/category/892-umbra_slate_merlot

Kickstarter Campaign Page

We’re proud to present Groundskeeper. The collection includes an original deck of playing cards, a custom set of poker chips, and much more. Designed by Dan Greta, with creative direction by The Gentleman Wake, Wyrmwood has finally been able to create a deck of traditional playing cards worthy of the brand.

Traditional playing cards are iconic, ubiquitous, and essential. All around the world, across all social, cultural and geographical barriers, one can find 52 familiar faces, and people that know and love them. For a specific, niche-focused brand like Wyrmwood, the opportunity to bring our unique perspective and sensibility to something so universal is truly exciting. Whether you’re playing hand after hand of poker, dazzling an audience with sleight-of-hand, a collector, or simply sitting down to have some cold drinks and play cards with friends, the Groundskeeper deck is made for you.

The card backs feature a mesmerizing web of detailed filigree, comprised of vines and flowers. More than a simple aesthetic choice, these symbols of nature represent the connection between Wyrmwood and the natural materials we select as a canvas for our craft.

At the center of the backing design, one finds a pair of hands, intertwined. The concept of working by hand is core to Wyrmwood, of course, but it also speaks to the care, precision, and collaboration found in the Groundskeeper deck itself. Finally, we reached out to Studio Pression in France for the breathtaking tuck box in which we house the finished deck. Groundskeeper was born from working hand-in-hand with friends from around the world; a fitting origin for something so universal as a deck of cards.

Each deck comes packaged in a beautiful tuck case, designed with care to echo the features and chosen color way of the deck within. The box is not simply a necessary, utilitarian addition to the package, but a unique, complementary piece all its own. It was vital not only to create an enduring, striking design, but to find a manufacturing partner with the mixture of prestige and expertise necessary to do it justice; enter Studio Pression, in France.

Each sleeve is hand pressed, creating a stunningly detailed, richly textured effect. Embossed and foiled in gold, the deck is a pleasure to view and handle before one even opens the box.

The outer sleeve features a precision-cut window to show the primary focus of the artwork below: two women standing tall. Between them rises a majestic tree, with a sword resting tip down, embedded in the root structure. This piece is a depiction and interpretation of the classic Wyrmwood logo, brought to vivid life. The women represent the dual sides of Wyrmwood - valued, hard work, paired with knowledge and elegance. But there’s much more here than first meets the eye…

Inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, at a glance the tuck case features gardens and classic architecture. Upon further examination, though, oddities begin to appear which seem to multiply the more one studies the piece. Throughout the box, many hidden details are placed to pay tribute to the fantasy roots of Wyrmwood. By design, the box can be unfolded, revealing it to be a continuous work of art in and of itself.

Even the interior of the box features a dizzying web of vinework, intertwined with the Wyrmwood logo, demonstrating again the indelible connection between Wyrmwood and the physical, natural world.

Kickstarter Campaign Page

We’re proud to present Groundskeeper. The collection includes an original deck of playing cards, a custom set of poker chips, and much more. Designed by Dan Greta, with creative direction by The Gentleman Wake, Wyrmwood has finally been able to create a deck of traditional playing cards worthy of the brand.

Traditional playing cards are iconic, ubiquitous, and essential. All around the world, across all social, cultural and geographical barriers, one can find 52 familiar faces, and people that know and love them. For a specific, niche-focused brand like Wyrmwood, the opportunity to bring our unique perspective and sensibility to something so universal is truly exciting. Whether you’re playing hand after hand of poker, dazzling an audience with sleight-of-hand, a collector, or simply sitting down to have some cold drinks and play cards with friends, the Groundskeeper deck is made for you.

The card backs feature a mesmerizing web of detailed filigree, comprised of vines and flowers. More than a simple aesthetic choice, these symbols of nature represent the connection between Wyrmwood and the natural materials we select as a canvas for our craft.

At the center of the backing design, one finds a pair of hands, intertwined. The concept of working by hand is core to Wyrmwood, of course, but it also speaks to the care, precision, and collaboration found in the Groundskeeper deck itself. Finally, we reached out to Studio Pression in France for the breathtaking tuck box in which we house the finished deck. Groundskeeper was born from working hand-in-hand with friends from around the world; a fitting origin for something so universal as a deck of cards.

Each deck comes packaged in a beautiful tuck case, designed with care to echo the features and chosen color way of the deck within. The box is not simply a necessary, utilitarian addition to the package, but a unique, complementary piece all its own. It was vital not only to create an enduring, striking design, but to find a manufacturing partner with the mixture of prestige and expertise necessary to do it justice; enter Studio Pression, in France.

Each sleeve is hand pressed, creating a stunningly detailed, richly textured effect. Embossed and foiled in gold, the deck is a pleasure to view and handle before one even opens the box.

The outer sleeve features a precision-cut window to show the primary focus of the artwork below: two women standing tall. Between them rises a majestic tree, with a sword resting tip down, embedded in the root structure. This piece is a depiction and interpretation of the classic Wyrmwood logo, brought to vivid life. The women represent the dual sides of Wyrmwood - valued, hard work, paired with knowledge and elegance. But there’s much more here than first meets the eye…

Inspired by the work of Hieronymus Bosch, at a glance the tuck case features gardens and classic architecture. Upon further examination, though, oddities begin to appear which seem to multiply the more one studies the piece. Throughout the box, many hidden details are placed to pay tribute to the fantasy roots of Wyrmwood. By design, the box can be unfolded, revealing it to be a continuous work of art in and of itself.

Even the interior of the box features a dizzying web of vinework, intertwined with the Wyrmwood logo, demonstrating again the indelible connection between Wyrmwood and the physical, natural world.

Inspired by the endless reach of space and time, Rocket Playing Cards is the newest addition to the PIP lineup. Designed by Jonathan Schubert of The Schubert Studio (designer of Livingstone and Lonestar Playing Cards), Rocket Playing Cards blends classic playing card designs with the imaginative creations of Mr. Schubert.

Created under the strict guidance of the PIP team, we have made sure the cards feel just as good as they look. We've kept our classic crushed Bee stock - that thin and snappy feel you know and love in all PIP decks - and housed the cards in a super clean tuck case.

Limited to 2500 decks, you surely don't want to miss this

View all cards here: https://cardscans.piwigo.com/index?/category/542-white_arcane

Manufactured by USPCC, this unbranded deck reportedly was in development for 5 years with 3 designers working together before Ellusionist released it in 2009 as the first in their new line of signature playing cards. This is the white version of the Arcane deck, but there was also a black version, as well as a rare red and gold ones (variations of the black). The deck was designed for magic and cardistry use by the use of the unique back design and custom jokers plus gaff card, in addition to standard game play. Many may consider the unique jokers the most interesting component from a collector perspective. The courts feature variations of standard courts with modified outfits and smokey/faded look. The tuck also claims to feature the first use of a wraparound design. Per playingcards.wikidot.com, they are printed on \\\\\\\"Aurora\\\\\\\"" stock

An exquisite addition to this highly sought-after series, Rose Gold Gator Backs are the first from USPCC with Rose Gold Foil, the first with Metallic Rose Gold ink, and the first tucks crafted from premium 'Leather' stock.

Rose gold beside black foil blazes with rich, fiery tones, as multi-level sculpted embossing offers intricate textures. Court cards and our new joker design command attention with metallic trim, complimenting card backs designed with reflective rose gold MetalLuxe ink. The thin crush cards printed on premium stock handle brilliantly and provide subtle artistic features.