Wright Brothers Playing Cards by Room One

Another cool deck from Room One Cards! Wright Brothers Playing Cards is a richly illustrated playing card series inspired by the pioneering legacy of Wilbur Wright and Orville Wright. Blending vintage aviation aesthetics with retro-futuristic design, this series transforms the story of mankind’s first flight into an immersive playing card experience.

Available in four editions: Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 in both Standard and Signature variants... the decks feature fully custom artwork inspired by patent sketches, engineering blueprints, and early flight technology. The colour palette leans into aged parchment tones, patinaed copper, maroon, and muted terracotta, evoking the warmth and ambition of early aviation workshops.

The custom court cards depict pilots, inventors, and explorers dressed in vintage flight gear, while the numbered cards feature redesigned pips and typography inspired by handwritten engineering diagrams and instrument labels. Every detail reinforces the deck’s mechanical and historical theme.

The standout features is the animated flipbook-style card back design. When fanned, the propeller of the Wright Flyer appears to spin, paying tribute to the experimentation and persistence that defined the Wright brothers’ achievements.

The Signature Editions elevate the presentation further with subtle metallic inks, rustic metallic gilded edges, and Room One’s signature 3D Accordion Tuck Box, which unfolds into a sculptural display piece. Meanwhile, the Standard Editions feature the interactive Rotor Motor Tuck Box, complete with a mechanical propeller effect hidden within the packaging.

Combining intricate illustration, tactile finishes, and inventive engineering-inspired packaging, Wright Brothers Playing Cards celebrates the romance of early flight through a thoughtfully designed collector-focused playing card series.

Pledge starts at $16 on Kickstarter.

Discounted Brother McPint (With Imperfection) Playing Cards

Brother McPint Playing Cards by Stockholm17 is a fully custom deck that blends dark humour, crime themes, and pub-inspired irreverence into a playful collector release.

Set within the fictional world of “The Sanctuary,” the deck imagines a gang of petty criminals disguised as clergy, running crooked card games, bootlegging spirits, and plotting elaborate heists behind monastery walls. The artwork carries the same visual style as the S.M. Gorda and F. Firkin decks, featuring fully illustrated courts, Jokers, and a custom Ace of Spades.

This fully custom deck comes housed in a foil-and-embossed tuck box wrapped in cellophane. Unlike previous related releases, this version omits the hidden heist-plan background details, giving the artwork a cleaner presentation.

A notable production issue affected part of the print run, leaving some tuck boxes with visible side creases while the cards themselves remained unaffected. Rather than discarding the imperfect stock, the Lorenzo Gaggiotti released these “Second Choice” decks at a discounted price after individually inspecting each copy. 

Available NOW for $7.50 on Stockholm17.

15 Years of Fultons Playing Cards

15 Years of Fultons Playing Cards is a special anniversary edition created to celebrate the legacy of Fulton's Playing Cards, marking 15 years of design and storytelling.

The elegant presentation begins with a striking tuck box wrapped in gold foil, setting a luxurious tone that reflects the significance of the milestone. Inside, the cards feature a detailed “bank note” style design, evoking the look and feel of classic currency artwork.

A key visual element is the inclusion of Fulton's signature moths, originally seen in the Clip Joint series... bringing the brand’s aesthetic full circle and tying past and present together. The result is a cohesive, narrative-driven deck that feels both nostalgic and elevated.

Limited to just 300 decks, the deck is designed to stand out as a celebratory piece, one that captures the refinement and identity of the brand while commemorating a major chapter in its history.

Available now for $20 on Fulton's Playing Cards.

Deck View: 3rd Dominion (Alien Edition) Playing Cards

Futuristic. Abstract. Mysterious.

3rd Dominion's Area51 (Alien Edition) Playing Cards leans fully into its sci-fi theme, inspired by the mystery of Groom Lake and extraterrestrial lore. This red coloway deck pushes beyond traditional design, featuring surreal interpretations of the facility’s hidden “levels.” 

The card backs use an abstract, platform-like structure, giving the deck a distinctly otherworldly feel. Aces and courts follow suit, showcasing strange flying devices and geometric forms that reinforce the alien narrative. The tuck box is equally unconventional, shaped and styled around UFO-like forms, finished with striking red foil and cryptic symbols that enhance the sense of secrecy and intrigue.

Printed by Noir Arts Playing Card Company, the deck combines experimental design with usability, offering a bold departure from classic playing card aesthetics.

Creators: Stockholm17 Art for "Magic: The Gathering"

Lorenzo Gaggiotti, known for his work under Stockholm17, brings his distinctive style to Magic: The Gathering with four Mystical Archive cards for the Secrets of Strixhaven release.

Originally approached by Wizards of the Coast in 2024, Lorenzo’s first assignment was Smallpox, followed by Shamanic Revelation, Sheoldred’s Edict, and Monstrous Rage. Each piece required balancing detailed briefs with his signature illustrative style... blending intricate symbolism and narrative composition.

Highlights include the complex staging of Sheoldred’s Edict, depicting a judgment scene within tight spatial limits, and the conceptual design of Monstrous Rage, where a triangular arrangement of skulls represents stages of transformation. His work on Smallpox and Shamanic Revelation draws clear inspiration from his acclaimed deck, The House of the Rising Spade.

This collaboration marks a full-circle moment for Lorenzo, a longtime MTG player turned official contributor, merging his roots in custom playing cards with one of the world’s most iconic trading card games.

Alabaster Playing Cards by TCC Fashion

Alabaster Playing Cards by TCC Fashion reimagines classical sculpture through a luxury playing card collection centred on texture, light, and relief-inspired craftsmanship.

Building on the success of the David and Venus playing cards series, Alabaster transforms iconic figures such as Athena, David, Michelangelo, and Venus into fully custom playing card designs inspired by gypsum sculptures and museum-grade classical art. 

The decks use intricate embossing techniques to recreate the tactile feel of carved alabaster, enhanced by carefully engineered lighting and shadow effects throughout the tuck boxes and card faces.

The White Special Edition focuses on the purity of alabaster aesthetics, featuring deeply embossed relief textures, elegant European-style carvings, and subtle cold foil accents that enhance the sculptural detail without overpowering it. The court cards form a unified “silent portrait” of classical figures, while the Jokers depict ornate Baroque-inspired architectural scenes.

Alongside it, the Holo Edition introduces iridescent holo foil elements that bring a contemporary dimension to the collection. Flowing colour effects interact with the sculptural artwork across the card faces and backs, creating a dynamic contrast between classical form and modern visual treatment.

Both editions feature fully custom artwork, symmetrical sculptural back designs, and optional gilded collector versions. The collector set package the decks in elaborate embossed gift boxes that continue the collection’s focus on texture, craftsmanship, and presentation.

Pledge starts at $20 on Kickstarter.

Fortnite Playing Cards by Theory11

Theory11's Fortnite playing cards bring the energy and personality of the iconic battle royale game into a collectible deck built for game nights and fans alike. 

Inspired by classic Fortnite locations such as Loot Lake and Tilted Towers, the deck features vibrant colours, recognizable imagery, and fan-favourite characters drawn from the game’s long-running history. 

The design leans heavily into Fortnite’s playful visual identity, packing the colorful cards with references, easter eggs, and nods that longtime players will instantly recognize. 

Created as both a functional deck and a collectible accessory, the cards celebrate the social side of Fortnite culture.... whether you’ve been playing since launch or just earned your first Victory Royale. 

From “thanking the bus driver” to hidden in-game references scattered throughout the artwork, the deck captures the humour, chaos, and nostalgia that define the Fortnite experience. Available now for $12.95 on Theory11.

Room One's Old Master Q Playing Cards

Room One's Bicycle Old Master Q Playing Cards is an officially licensed collaboration celebrating the iconic Hong Kong comic Old Master Q. As a follow-up partnership, this edition brings the charm and humour of one of Asia’s longest-running comics into a fully custom deck.

Inside, the design stays true to the series’ roots, featuring timeless monochrome, two-way card backs that showcase Old Master Q’s distinctive illustration style from every angle. Clean, reversible, and instantly recognisable, the backs capture the spirit of the original four-panel comics.

Every card in the deck is custom-designed, with court cards highlighting a lively cast of familiar characters from the comic’s universe. The artwork blends nostalgia with functionality, making it suitable for both gameplay and collecting.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on premium cardstock with Air-Cushion finish. Available NOW from Room One Cards for $14.

Deck View: Centurio Playing Cards

Ornate. Classical. Detailed.

Centurio Playing Cards by Vanda Cards introduce the first chapter in a series inspired by ancient civilizations, with artwork by Victor Kevruh centered on the grandeur of Ancient Rome. 

Inside, the card backs carry intricate, symmetrical patterns with a refined Roman aesthetic. The court cards depict centurions and historical figures, illustrated with detailed armor and architectural influences, while the Ace of Spades features an elaborate pip framed by classical motifs.

The deck features a richly designed tuck case, finished with layered gold, red, and white foils on matte stock, along with embossing and interior foil detailing. A custom numbered seal adds a collectible touch, reinforcing its limited nature.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on Bicycle stock with an air-cushion finish. 

On Kickstarter, Cerulean Playing Cards

Cerulean Playing Cards by James Eads is a visually unified release, but its standout appeal lies in the fully custom 54-card playing card deck, designed with a striking monochromatic blue palette.

Now on Kickstarter, the deck features entirely hand-drawn artwork, including custom pips and richly illustrated court cards. 

The courts introduce 12 original characters from an upcoming creative universe, giving the deck a strong narrative identity while remaining fully functional for gameplay.

The minimalist, symbolic design approach carries over from the Lenormand decks, most notably through the use of a unique “seedling script,” reinforcing a cohesive visual language across the project. Despite its artistic direction, the deck maintains clarity and usability, balancing style with practicality.

Pledge starts at $20 on Kickstarter.

The New Arthrurian Playing Cards Are Now Available

From Kings Wild Project, the Arthurian playing cards are back with a new Limited Black Edition. This new addition builds on the original Arthurian series with refined production and more faithful colour execution. 

Inspired by the legend of King Arthur, the deck remains fully hand-illustrated, drawing from the mythology and characters of Camelot. Its visual style echoes the intricate medieval artistry of the Book of Kells, reinforcing the historical tone and atmosphere.

Each card showcases detailed, era-inspired illustrations with layered textures and multi-colour foiling, bringing the legends to life with a premium finish. 

The deck is housed in a striking black tuck box and featuring Excalibur in gold foil.... the iconic sword is revealed as the box opens, adding a dramatic, display-worthy touch.

This updated version features richer, more accurate tones that better reflect the original artwork, moving away from the more muted look of earlier prints. The seal has also been redesigned and repositioned, while overall print quality enhances the clarity and depth of the artwork.

Printed by KWPCC and available now for $18 on King Wild Project.