Deck View: Mermaid Queen Playing Cards

Mythical. Fluid. Artistic.

Mermaid Queen Playing Cards by John Littleboy of Artiphany dive into a richly illustrated underwater world, where mythology and transformation design meet. As a transformation deck, the standout feature lies in the number cards... each pip is seamlessly integrated into larger illustrations. 

Suits are reimagined with thematic elements, such as fish and shark fins, forming flowing, progressive scenes that feel like snapshots from a continuous ocean narrative. The courts expand on this visual storytelling, introducing mermaids and sea gods that bring personality and depth to the deck.

Blending traditional structure with imaginative artwork, Mermaid Queen offers a distinctive take on transformation decks, one that prioritizes storytelling as much as playability.

Card Radar: Pack of Dogs Playing Cards by John Littleboy

We've seen many unique and interesting decks over the years and none are as charming as the Pack of Dogs playing cards by Artiphany. They aren’t like your typical deck, which is exactly why we are so delighted by them.

Designed and hand-illustrated by John Littleboy in 2006, the deck is filled with humor and personality. You may have probably seen this deck on your social feeds back in 2017. The deck post went viral on subreddit and the story was picked up by Bored Panda, ArtFido and several media sites.

The transformation deck is fully custom a features original illustrations depicting adorable dogs. What makes this deck so unique is that each card of each suit tells an engaging, pup-centric story, which unfolds from each ace through 10.

Meanwhile, the Royals are dogs dressed up as a pirate, a prima ballerina, and other colorful characters.

The Pack of Dogs playing cards are infused with charm and humor courtesy of original illustrations of adorable dogs. While you certainly don’t have to be a pet lover to appreciate these playing cards, a deck makes a great gift for a dog lover who appreciates something truly original.

Printed in the USA by the United States Playing Card Company. Available for $15 from Artiphany.com