Night at Circus Playing Cards, Final Week on Kickstarter

Night at Circus Playing Cards by Anti-Faro is a dark, story-driven deck that blends vintage carnival aesthetics with psychological horror. Set in a surreal, eternal circus trapped in night, the deck explores the unsettling idea of joy twisted into something uncanny... where painted smiles hide something far more sinister.

Each card is part of a larger narrative. This truly unique deck isn’t just for play, it’s an interactive experience, featuring hidden riddles and a puzzle that players must solve to uncover the truth behind the circus and “escape” its world. 

The number cards act as fragments of a coded message, while the court cards represent the trapped performers, each holding pieces of the mystery.

The release includes four editions, each themed around a different “show” within the circus:

• Clown Show (Special)
• Puppet Show (Special)
• Animal Show (Standard)
• Freak Show (Standard)

The Special Editions feature cold-foil crackle finishes and holographic gilded edges, creating a striking, otherworldly shimmer. They also come housed in a Light-up Big Top tuck box, designed like a circus tent that illuminates when opened- making the deck feel as though the carnival has suddenly come to life.

The Standard Editions offer more subtle finishes with bold, contrasting color schemes for gameplay, and are packaged in die-cut tent-style tuck boxes that invite players into the eerie spectacle.

Each edition has its own unique back design, styled as the entrance to its respective tent, with ornate carnival arches and unsettling visual motifs. Together, they form a cohesive yet fragmented world.

Designed as both a collectible and an immersive puzzle experience! Printed by Room One Cards and pledge starts at $17 on Kickstarter.

Deck View: Bicycle Feudal Ninja Playing Cards

Stealthy. Fierce. Shadowed.

The Bicycle Feudal Ninja Playing Cards focus on the shadowy side of ancient Japan, presenting a deck built around stealth, precision, and striking visual contrast. The deck was designed by Scott King and successfully crowdfunded on 2015.

The back design is dominated by a bold, black-on-black illustration of a ninja’s masked face, subtly integrated with hidden weapons like twin sais and throwing stars. Gold accents, especially a central ninja star and surrounding dragons.

The card faces retain a traditional structure for playability but introduce custom geometric pips and stylized borders inspired by flowing dragon tails. Court cards depict a range of ninja figures: assassins, leaders, and warriors... each armed and poised in dynamic stances. 

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company.

Fulton's Irish Wonders Playing Cards

Fulton's Irish Wonders Playing Cards are a tribute to Ireland, blending cultural symbolism with refined design. Inspired by the spirit of the Emerald Isle... and a personal connection to Brad Fulton's grandmother from Aughnacloy, this fully custom deck captures both heritage and nostalgia through every detail.

The tuck box is richly wrapped in vintage-style gold foil, designed to feel like a treasured artifact. Its surface features iconic Celtic elements, including the powerful Celtic Dragon and intricate knotwork patterns that symbolize eternity and interconnectedness.

Over time, the foil is intended to develop a natural patina, giving the box the appearance of aged “old gold” and enhancing its antique character.

Inside, the deck continues the Irish theme with a carefully Pantone-matched color palette reflecting the Irish flag. The faces maintain a clean, playable layout while incorporating subtle custom touches that tie the design together.

Printed on premium thin stock for smooth handling and flexibility, the cards are built for both performance and longevity. Available NOW from Fulton's Playing Cards for $21.

Morpho V2 Playing Cards by TCC Fashion

Morpho V2 Playing Cards by TCC Fashion build upon the success of the original Morpho V1, refining both the visual structure and the finer design details while expanding the butterfly-inspired concept. The new edition continues to explore the symbolism of butterflies... creatures long associated with transformation, freedom, and rebirth, capturing the fleeting beauty of their flight through intricate artwork and carefully considered materials.

Butterflies serve as the central inspiration for the entire deck. Emerging from their chrysalis, they represent the moment of transformation when something quiet and hidden unfolds into color and motion. Morpho V2 translates this natural journey into playing card form, where each element, from the tuck box to the card backs... echoes the grace and delicate strength of these remarkable insects.

Among the thousands of butterfly species found in nature, four were selected as the core inspiration for the series, each bringing its own color palette and personality to the design.

• The Pearl Deck draws from the Green Commodore, using bright tones and intricate wing patterns as its visual foundation. 
• The Sapphire Deck is inspired by the Blue Pansy, whose translucent blue wings and subtle black and orange markings create a striking contrast. 
• The Carmine Deck reflects the Scarlet Mormon, highlighted by deep red wings punctuated by structured black patterns. 
• A fourth design, the Rose Spectral Deck, is inspired by the Emerald Swallowtail and features a luminous gradient blending teal, violet, and pale blue tones. This edition is exclusive to the collector’s boxset.

The tuck boxes retain the signature die-cut window introduced in Morpho V1, allowing collectors to glimpse the cold foil card backs directly through the packaging. In V2, the linear patterns of the original design have been transformed into elegant shapes formed by wings and flowers, creating a softer, more organic appearance. When the deck is opened, the reveal feels almost like witnessing a butterfly taking flight.

Inside the deck, the card faces maintain a clean and refined layout, emphasizing clarity and balance while allowing the butterfly motif to take center stage. 

The numbered cards incorporate butterfly and floral illustrations, with the number of butterflies corresponding to the card value, reinforcing the theme of nature quietly gathering strength before bursting into motion. The card backs and tuck designs continue the motif, using detailed butterfly patterns enhanced by cold foil to create subtle movement as light shifts across the surface.

Pledge starts at $12 on Kickstarter.