Bicycle Hercules Playing Cards

Hero. Strength. Iconic.

The legendary hero Hercules comes to life in a stunning new deck of playing cards, vividly illustrated by Blackout Brother in collaboration with Gamblers Warehouse. This deck pays homage to Hercules, celebrated for his strength and courage in both Greek and Roman mythology.

Inside the courts are meticulously designed to depict one of Hercules’s famed Twelve Labors. These custom illustrations capture iconic moments such as slaying the Nemean Lion, capturing the Erymanthian Boar, and seizing Cerberus from the underworld.

Printed by the USPCC on high-quality Bee stock paper.

Final Hours on Kickstarter, Prestige Radiance Playing Cards

Gamblers Warehouse is back with a stunning project on Kickstarter, Prestige Radiance Playing Cards, a deck of playing cards that embodies sheer sophistication and exquisite craftsmanship. There are three main editions available during the campaign: Black, White and Red. Each edition is limited to only 900 decks.

The tuck box features beautifully detailed artwork done in gold foiling. The front side shows the title of the deck with the intricate Spades pip within an elaborate framework. Not only will the artworks have foiling, but it will also be combined with raised embossing, making them stand out.

The card back design features artwork of an intricate luxurious framework with a central element of the sun. It shows up the radiance from the centre, just like the name of the deck. The back has full background color according to the edition respectively:

• the mystery and alluring Black Edition uses Black
• the purity and graceful White Edition uses White
• the passion and intense Red Edition uses Red.

The Aces for this deck all feature custom-illustrated enlarged pips. Each of the enlarged pip will have the name of the Ace below it.

The Number Cards featured customized pips. The courts are illustrated as similar to the standard classic royals, yet it features the artwork style of the deck.

The cards will be printed on premium-quality paper by the renowned United States Playing Cards Company. Pledge starts from $16 for a single deck between the three available editions on Kickstarter.

Creators: Ten Hundred Tours GW Facilities

Nine months ago, Vivid Kingdoms became the most successful playing cards campaign in Kickstarter’s history! The campaign is in the final stages of production right now and Ten Hundern shared some behind-the-scenes video of how the Vivid Kingdom playing cards sleeves are being manufactured and also a quick tour of the Gamblers Warehouse facilities.

Valhalla Viking Playing Cards, Less Than 24 Hours Remaining on Kickstarter

Less than 24 hours remaining on Kickstarter, Valhalla Viking Playing Cards are produced by Gamblers Warehouse in collaboration with artist Shapeshifters. The theme of the deck is based onValhalla from Norse mythology.

Inside, the back design consists of decorated colored symbols, displaying a symmetrical composition of four dragon heads and several Norse symbols. There are two back color variants for the deck: blue sapphire with gold accents and green emerald with silver accents.

The numbered cards featured slightly modified pips with customized arrangements. The courts feature beautiful illustrated gods and goddesses of Norse mythology: such as Odin, Freya, Thor, Idun, Loki, and more. The royals come prepared with their weapons with poses that respect the traditional playing cards structure.

The oversized custom aces are perfectly recognizable for games or magic effects and come with detailed patterns & artwork. Jokers feature identical artworks of Norse dragons in gold and silver color.

Each color variant has three seperate editions: Standard – Special – Gilded. The Standard edition features tuckbox printed in metallic inks on standard stock paper. The Special edition features tuckbox printed on premium stock with embossed elements and multiple levels of metallic foiling.

The Gilded edition features the same box as the Special edition, yet it will have numbered seal stamped on the bottom side of the box – the cards will be gilded, with gold foil gilding on the blue variant and silver foil gilding on the green variant.

Printed by USPCC and pledge starts with $14 on Kickstarter.

Kickstarter: Bicycle Jade Playing Cards

The Bicycle Jade Playing Cards combines magic and elegance in this beautiful and fully customized deck of cards. Produced by Gambler's Warehouse and designed by SHAPESHIFTERS, the deck blends 2D and 3D technique to create something unique.

Each card has been carefully designed to preserve the essence of the inspiration. The color and details have been wisely combined to create fantastic illustrations, in which the court cards show characters whose beauty does not detract from the courage they face with their weapons and armor made of metal and gemstones.

The face cards use white backgrounds and have been lavishly decorated with very elaborate but subtly presented structures to keep the cleanliness without sacrificing detail and exquisite elegance.

The card back looks like a goldsmith's work, in which the green jade stones are mounted on a complex structure of aged gold with a delicate symmetrical design. The harmony and balance of the greens is combined with the strength and energy of the reds to offer an intense color combination.

These fairytale warriors are enclosed in a tuck case turned into a jewel utlizing advanced design techniques. Printed by the United States Playing Card Company and pledge starts at $13 on Kickstarter.

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First Look: GENTLEMAN Playing Cards by Gambler's Warehouse

[Update] GENTLEMAN Playing Cards are now LIVE on Kickstarter!

Here's another stunning deck from the Gambler's Warehouse-Blackout Brother collaboration. Following the success of Blackout Kingdom, Steampunk Bandits and SPIRIT playing cards, Blackout Brother takes a modern approach to his typical design by bringing you a fresh take on the Art-Deco concept.

Produce by Gambler's Warehouse and printed by the famous USPCC, Gentleman Playing Cards brings you back to the influential visual art design style of the roaring 1920's, the 30's and 40's. Fully custom, this exquisite deck will be avaialable in two versions, both featuring foil and embossing on the tuck as well as an inner tuck box design.

[Update] GENTLEMAN Playing Cards are now LIVE on Kickstarter!

Gentleman Playing Cards will be available from Kickstarter on Wednesday, 21 October 2015. Don't miss out!

Kickstarter: Royal Pulp Playing Cards by Gambler's Warehouse

Two dynamic deck of playing cards brought to you by Gambler's Warehouse. Designed by Brad Foster and Blackout Brother, the Royal Pulp Playing Cards features brightly colored illustrations and gorgeous typography.

The deck is accentuated by deep mineral blues and vintage blood-tones saturate a marble-cream-parchment backdrop.

Each card within the Royal Pulp deck are custom, from the Aces, Jokers, to the backs and the comical courts.

Pledge starts from $14 and will be printed by either EPCC or USPCC based on the project's success.

Kickstarter: 7 Questions with Egor Zoidberg of the Strange Head Society Playing Cards

[Update] Unfortunately Gambler's have had to make an executive decision to cancel this project due to lack of funding thus far.  The Strange Head Society deck will be printed in-house by GW at Liberty and will have it available for sale in the near future.

Have you heard of the Strange Head Society? A place where the intrigue of classical science-fiction blazes the boilers of the grim steampunk world. While all manner of science and theory are discussed at Strange Head convocations, no gathering would be complete without a high-stakes game of cards. Commemorating this deep tradition, cardist and Strange Head senior-fellow Egor Zoidberg (Egor Klyuchnyk) brings us Strange Head Playing Cards.

This intriguing, fully custom deck portrays its royalty not as human figureheads, but as ideas central to the Strange Head Society: cosmology, mortality, and tentacles- perfect for fans of contemporary steampunk comics and anime, or of “proto-steam” literature by authors such as Wells, Lovecraft, and Poe.

Thanks to the folks at Gambler's Warehouse (GW), we had a sit down with Egor to discuss the idea behind the Strange Head Society Playing Cards, collaborating with GW, and Kickstarter.

Can you tell us about yourself and what is your design background?
My name is Egor, I'm designer from Ukraine. I studied at the Kiev Institute of Design for 5 years. Now I work as a freelancer. The first deck I created was a Demon deck which didn`t have much success but it gave me great experience. Also I draw posters and other stuff.

What is your inspiration behind the Strange Head Society Playing Cards? How did you come up with the idea?
First of all, it is Mike Mignola's art. Especially "Screw-on head" comics. When I first saw this comics, I decided to do something just as cool as it. My dog - pug named Joric - became an inspiration for the Joker card.

Talk to us a bit about going from the first draft to the final version. How did you get to this finished product?
Well, I didn't have much trouble with the ideas for this deck. I made a few sketches and began drawing immediately. The idea was so fascinating that I drew the project in two weeks.


How did you end up collaborating with Gambler's Warehouse?
Kickstarter`s policy doesn`t allow to launch a project directly from Ukraine, so I tried to look for some ways to share my deck with the world. I posted information on some forums and then a word of mouth led me to the Gembler's Warehouse, who launched my Strange Head Society`s deck on Kickstarter.

With all the projects competing for funding, why should potential backers choose your deck?
My deck is full of mystery, great idea, hard work and all new artwork, so it is all absolutely exclusive. You will be absolutely satisfied with this purchase.

What are your thoughts about the continuous strong growth of playing card projects on Kickstarter?
In my mind, it is because card projects gain a lot of success among other projects launched on Kickstarter. In addition to that, card games are popular throughout the world and it is fun to have your own unique deck to share it with your friends.

Finally, what are your favourite playing card decks? 
To my deepest regret, the idea of original playing cards in Ukraine is not popular. Probably this is one of the reasons I decided to create my own decks. I follow the projects on Kickstarter and I really love the artwork of Federal 52.

Thanks for your time, Egor and all the best! At the time of writing, the project is only 21% funded with 16 days to go. To support the Strange Head Society Playing Cards, head to Kickstarter.


Pledge starts from $11 and the deck will be printed by the Expert Playing Card Co. on their famous Master finish. There are multiple add-ons available such as uncut sheets, poker chips, post card and art print.

Deck View: Regal Red (Prototype) Playing Cards

Classic. Sophisticated. Grandeur.

John Powell has once again teamed up with Gambler's Warehouse to bring you this incredible deck, inspired by tradition and classic grandeur. Regal Playing cards combines robust design elements with a fresh take on classical styling and will is available in four editions: red, purple, blue, or green.

Regal Playing Cards features 56 playing cards with fully custom Face cards, Courts, Jokers and Tuck. Regal will be printed by Expert Playing Card Company (EPCC). Currently funding on Kickstarter, pledge starts from $13.

First Look: Regal Playing Cards

[Update] Regal Playing Cards are now LIVE on Kickstarter! Don't miss out! 

Inspired by tradition and classic grandeur, designer John Powell has meticulously crafted Regal Playing cards. This luxurious deck is a follow-up to his stunning Occults deck.

John has once again teamed up with Gambler's Warehouse to bring you another incredible deck. Regal combines robust design elements with a fresh take on classical styling and will be available in four editions: red, purple, blue, or green. According to John,

I was really influenced by the classic standard English courts, but I wanted to do them in a cleaner, more sophisticated and regal appearance—hence the name.

Regal Playing Cards features 56 playing cards with fully custom Face cards, Courts, Jokers and Tuck.

Regal will be printed by Expert Playing Card Company (EPCC). Additional rewards are available including uncut sheets and custom Regal brick box. Also, there are multiple rewards that will be unlocked once the project hits their set stretched goals. Pledge starts from $13.

Kickstarter: SPIRIT Playing Cards

[UPDATE] SPIRIT Playing Cards are now LIVE on Kickstarter!

After a successful 2014, the team at Gambler's Warehouse (GW) continues to impress with their upcoming crowd-funded deck, SPIRIT Playing Cards. Thanks to GW, here's an exclusive first look at this elegant deck by the designer known as Blackout Brother.

Front-facing court characters bid assertive stares that balance cleverly with intricate crowns and banners.

Classically spirited, garnished with church keys and crosses, these beautiful decks reflect GW’s elegant side.

Printed by the USPCC on their famous Bicycle card stock with air cushion embossed finish, SPIRIT will be available in two themes—silver-trimmed blue (Bicycle branded) and gold-trimmed white (unbranded). Other features includes:

+ Gold Foiled
+ Embossed
+ Special Tuck Box Paper
+ Custom Courts & Pips
+ Inside Tuck Design
+ Metallic Inks on card backs

Also, there will be a limited run of 100 authentic Gold/Silver Gilded Edges of each SPIRIT theme deck. The deck is scheduled to launch on Kickstarter in the coming week. Pledge starts from a cool $6 (plus shipping) for an unbranded deck and there will be early bird pledge tiers available.

To keep up to date on SPIRIT Playing Cards, follow Gambler's Warehouse on their Facebook page.

Kickstarter: The Ultimate Universe Playing Cards [Updated]

This year, the team at Gambler's Warehouse have been busy producing a number of crowd-funded playing cards such as the uber-cool Double Black Limited Edition, the mysterious Occults and the popular Steampunk Bandit.

[Update] The Ultimate Universe playing cards are now live on Kickstarter.

In less than 10 days, Gambler’s Warehouse will release their latest project on Kickstarter- the Ultimate Universe playing cards. This eye-catching deck is a conceptual expansion on the four symbols of Oriental mythology. 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 will be the first deck by artist Junichi Tsuneoka who has produced art for acts such as Mos Def and Mudhoney, and for the brand Nike.

To keep up to date on the Ultimate Universe Playing Cards, follow Gambler's Warehouse on their Facebook page.