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Imperial Silver Playing Cards

Kings Wild Project has unveiled a new edition of his luxurious Imperial Playing Cards series with the Imperial Silver Edition, featuring an elegant blue and silver color palette.

Originally introduced with Red and White variants, the Imperial series is known for its refined royal aesthetic, combining classic luxury design with premium production techniques. 

The new Silver Edition continues that tradition with a cooler, more regal appearance inspired by polished silver, deep blue accents, and timeless imperial styling.


The deck features a fully customized tuck case, card back, and court cards, with the face designs maintaining the series' signature minimalistic approach. Metallic tones, intricate detailing, and a restrained color scheme create a sophisticated look throughout the deck.

Like previous Imperial releases, the tuck case showcases traditional craftsmanship with intaglio engraving and embossed details created through die-stamping techniques. The result is a tactile, premium presentation designed for collectors who appreciate fine playing card production.

Available now from Kings Wild Project for $18.


theory11 Releases Moooi Collector's Edition Playing Cards Box Set

Theory11 has partnered once again with Dutch design house Moooi to introduce the Moooi Collector's Edition, a premium box set featuring three beautifully designed playing card decks inspired by the brand's celebrated artistic collections.

The set includes the returning Extinct Animals deck alongside two new editions: Tokyo Blue, inspired by Japanese aesthetics and the Indigo Macaque, and Memento Moooi, which celebrates kindness, connection, and nature through a collection of extinct creatures.

Housed in a premium collector's box wrapped in black vegan leather, the set features a magnetic closure, carrying handle, logo tag, and an illustrated display tray designed to showcase the three decks. Each deck features fully custom artwork created in collaboration with Moooi and produced by theory11.

Combining luxury packaging with distinctive design, the Moooi Collector's Edition offers collectors a striking presentation piece while expanding one of theory11's most visually acclaimed playing card series.

Available for $14.95 for a single deck on Theory11 store.

JAWS Playing Cards by Theory11

JAWS Playing Cards by Theory11 is a custom deck created to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws, the legendary summer blockbuster directed by Steven Spielberg. 

Inspired by the suspense, adventure, and coastal atmosphere of Amity Island, the deck transforms the film’s iconic imagery into a fully illustrated collectible designed for movie fans, card collectors, and game nights alike.

The deck features original artwork throughout, including richly illustrated court cards showcasing memorable characters such as Brody, Quint, and Hooper. 

Every card draws from the film’s sun-soaked yet ominous seaside aesthetic, capturing the tension and cinematic legacy that made JAWS one of the most influential thrillers ever made.

Designed as both a playable deck and display piece, the collection embraces the nostalgic spirit of the film with detailed packaging, thematic artwork, and small touches like the bitten sticker seal. Available now for $12.95 on Theory11.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Playing Cards


Two new decks from Fulton's Playing Cards. Unlike the Fulton's Casino LA deck, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Playing Cards is a fun fully custom deck created in collaboration with General Mills, bringing the iconic cereal brand to life through playful, character-driven artwork.


The deck features the mischievous Cinnamoji characters throughout all the cards, transforming traditional playing card design into a fun and energetic celebration of the beloved breakfast classic. 


Every card is uniquely illustrated, from hand-drawn number cards to whimsical scenes of Cinnamojis surfing through waves of Cinnadust, creating a deck packed with personality and visual charm. The custom courts replace conventional figures with cereal-inspired characters, making the entire deck a cohesive themed experience.


The tuck box is enhanced with deep embossing and spot gloss accents, adding texture and visual depth that complement the vibrant artwork. 


The deck is printed in China on premium cardistry stock designed for excellent flexibility, durability, and handling. Available NOW on Fultons Playing Cards for $20.


Bicycle Machine56 Playing Cards by Runit Decks

Wow! The third released by Runit Decks! Bicycle Machine56 Playing Cards is a fully customized cyberpunk-themed deck produced by RunIt Decks in collaboration with Indonesian design label Machine56. Founded by Rajaya Yogaswara, Machine56 is internationally recognized for its futuristic techwear aesthetics, bold typography, and graphic-heavy cyberpunk designs, bringing its distinctive visual identity into the world of playing cards.

Built around a clean white base accented with sharp black and red details, the deck presents a prototype-inspired vision of advanced cyber-mechanical design. The numbered cards feature futuristic symbols, modular graphics, and high-contrast suit arrangements that resemble interface systems, warning markers, and technical schematics drawn from a cyberpunk universe.

The court cards expand the concept further through large-scale triptych illustrations. When arranged together, the courts form interconnected cyberpunk robot artworks, creating a sense of world-building and visual continuity across the deck while rewarding collectors with hidden larger compositions.

The tuck box is centered around Machine56’s iconic G2 helmet, presented as a mech-inspired prototype unit surrounded by industrial graphic elements. The packaging continues the deck’s futuristic aesthetic with detailed mechanical artwork and a clean, technical presentation.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company with the signature Air-Cushion Finish, Bicycle Machine56 are available in Black and White colorway and combines bold cyberpunk design language, resulting in a striking collectible that bridges playing cards, streetwear culture, and futuristic graphic art.

Available now for $16.50 from Runit Decks.

Bicycle Paper Royals Red Riding Hood Playing Cards

Bicycle Paper Royals Red Riding Hood Playing Cards is the 19th deck produced by RunIt Decks, featuring original artwork by Singapore-based artists and toy designers WINNIEYIPPIE and VYNC. Expanding their Paper Royals universe, the deck reimagines the classic tale of Little Red Riding Hood through a playful, comic-inspired narrative filled with humour, role-swapping, and imaginative storytelling.

The deck follows the adventures of the duo’s signature characters, BBG and Vee5, as they take turns playing both Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf. One half of the deck presents Vee5 as Red Riding Hood and BBG as the wolf, while the other reverses the roles, creating two interconnected versions of the same story. As the cards are explored, collectors uncover a sequence of illustrated scenes featuring forest adventures, playful chases, disguises, and unexpected twists.

Designed as a miniature storybook, each card captures a unique moment in the narrative, allowing the deck to be enjoyed both as a functional pack of playing cards and as an illustrated visual journey. The dual-sided storytelling structure encourages discovery, with both narratives meeting through a cleverly designed central visual composition.

The custom tuck box continues the concept with a dual-front design, displaying each character in both of their story roles. Finished with a subtle texture inspired by Bicycle’s Air-Cushion Finish, the packaging reinforces the deck’s playful and tactile character.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on premium Bicycle stock with the signature Air-Cushion Finish, Bicycle Paper Royals Red Riding Hood combines high-quality handling with whimsical storytelling, making it a charming collectible for playing card enthusiasts, art toy fans, and lovers of illustrated fairy tales. 

Available from Runit Decks for $16.50.

Bicycle Cycle of Venus Playing Cards by RunIt Decks



Bicycle Cycle of Venus Playing Cards is the 18th deck produced by RunIt Decks, featuring original artwork by acclaimed UK artist Jon-Paul Kaiser. Inspired by Japanese visual aesthetics and the symbolism of the Chinese Zodiac, this beautiful deck follows the character of Venus as she transforms through the twelve animals of the zodiac cycle, creating a cohesive narrative across the court cards.

Each court card presents a unique interpretation of Venus, with zodiac animals integrated into her attire, accessories, masks, and overall design. Drawing from influences including folklore, streetwear, tattoo art, and traditional illustration, Kaiser’s distinctive black-and-white style creates bold, character-driven artwork that feels both contemporary and timeless.

The symmetrical back design unites the deck’s themes through an intricate composition of florals, clouds, suit symbols, and ornamental details surrounding a central portrait of Venus. Hidden throughout the design are all twelve zodiac animals, encouraging closer inspection and rewarding collectors with subtle visual discoveries.

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company on premium Bicycle stock with the signature Air-Cushion Finish, the deck offers a richly detailed and highly collectible interpretation of the Chinese Zodiac. Available from Runit Decks for $16.50.


Ultraman Tiga (Special Edition) Playing Cards

Ultraman Tiga (Special Edition) Playing Cards by Room One Cards is an eye-catching collector’s deck created for dedicated fans of the legendary Ultra Hero. This enhanced release introduces holographic gilded edges and an innovative illuminated tuck box that transforms the deck into both a playable set and a display centerpiece.

The cards feature custom artwork of Ultraman Tiga across the courts, aces, and jokers, while the Zeperion holographic gilding reflects light with every shuffle and fan, capturing the iconic energy and brilliance associated with the character.

The standout feature is the light-up tuck box, designed to mimic Ultraman Tiga’s signature Color Timer. When opened, the box glows from within, recreating the hero’s iconic chest illumination and turning the packaging into an interactive display piece.

Printed on premium casino-grade black German core cardstock with a linen finish, the deck offers durability, smooth handling, and a satisfying shuffle experience. Available for $34 on Room One Cards.

Atlantic Fantastic Playing Cards Released

Art of Play's Atlantic Fantastic Playing Cards is a limited-edition deck created to commemorate the inaugural Atlantic Fantastic magic festival held at 69 Atlantic.

Designed by Mike King alongside Dan and Dave, the deck features custom typography, fully redesigned court cards, and a clean, minimalist kraft paper tuck box that reflects the event's distinctive aesthetic.

Produced exclusively for attendees and collectors, the deck was printed in a highly limited run of just 300 copies. According to Art of Play, the release serves as a lasting memento of the festival's "Cavalcade of Wonder" and the memorable moments shared throughout the celebration of magic.

Available now on Art of Play for $18.

We Just Dropped Issue 109 of Kardify Magazine on Patreon!

Issue 109 of Kardify Magazine is now on Patreon! Patrons who pledged $3 or more will be able to download the latest issue from our Patreon page. This issue compiles selected articles published from mid-May to mid-June. Deck images, articles, and news to keep you informed and up-to-date with the latest playing card news, releases, and previews. If you love playing cards, you will love Kardify Magazine!

Also, don’t forget to check out our other cool reward tiers on Patreon! The tiers include monthly desktop and smartphone wallpapers, a mystery deck shipped to you every 4 months of ongoing contributions, social media shout-outs, and multiple sponsorship tiers! Check it out!

Funds received from the magazine will help us keep the site running and growing, and bring new quality content to you. Our aim is to support designers by backing crowdfunded projects and supporting magic and playing cards retailers with their new releases. If you want to support us, please head over to our Patreon page. If you have an idea for an article you would like us to pursue, do get in contact with us. We hope you enjoy the read. In this issue:   

Wright Brothers: Room one’s richly illustrated deck inspired by the Wright Brothers, blending vintage aviation aesthetics with retro-futuristic design. Have a look!

U.S Soccer: A collab deck by Theory11 and the U.S Soccer Federation that celebrates American soccer history inspired by the national teams and the sport’s legacy.

The Age of TitansA limited-edition dinosaur-themed deck by Kings Wild Project that channels the bold, nostalgic aesthetic of prehistoric classroom artwork from the 1970s and 1980s.

Lion X: The latest deck by David Blaine and his closest collaborators, combining luxury production with hidden magical details created for magicians, collectors, and cardists. 

The Magical Art of the Impossible: How can a magician still fool us in the most technologically advanced era in history? In this TEDx talk, join Magician Jackson Aces as he explores that question through a series of impossible illusions, including what he describes as the largest grand illusion ever performed on a TEDx stage. Check it out!

The Ship of Theseus:  A fascinating deck by MAINTEREST inspired by the famous philosophical paradox of identity and transformation. Drawing from maritime mythology, ancient symbolism, and the age of sail. Find out more!

Delirium (Absolute Edition): Take a look at the luxurious centerpiece of the Delirium Lost series by Thirdway Industries, featuring the signature Delirium creatures across the courts, Jokers, Ace of Spades, and card backs.

… and more! 48-pages of articles and deck images. Enjoy!

Fulton's Casino Los Angeles Playing Cards

Fulton's Casino Los Angeles Playing Cards is a vintage-inspired deck that imagines an extension of the legendary Fulton’s Casino empire into Los Angeles during the early 1990s. 

Designed with a distinctly retro West Coast aesthetic, the deck embraces the bold colors, glamour, and playful style associated with the era, creating the feel of an authentic casino deck pulled straight from a bygone decade.

The design features the iconic Fulton’s owl logo seamlessly integrated throughout the artwork, serving as a signature emblem of the fictional casino brand. Rich Pantone colors cover every aspect of the deck, reinforcing its nostalgic character and giving it the appearance of a genuine vintage casino souvenir.

The packaging continues the premium presentation with a brown tuck box produced on custom European paper, accented by deep gold foil stamping and embossing. Long tuck flaps further enhance the old-school casino aesthetic, echoing the style of classic playing card packaging from previous decades.

Available on Fulton's Playing Cards for $20.

A Haines Patreon Year 3 Playing Cards



A Haines Playing Cards Patreon- Year 3 June marks the start of the third annual cycle of the A. Haines Playing Cards on Patreon. The small family brand from Manchester, England, creates premium quality, vintage-inspired playing cards using only hand-drawn artwork.



Through their Patreon, they bring to life their most exclusive and collectable decks... only available to members. Year 2 saw the creation of the Red Lion deck in both red and blue colourways, originally inspired by old British pub signage and iconography (Red Lion is one of the most popular pub names in the UK). 



The deck is an integration of the mythical Norwood 85 faces- reworked with all original artwork on the tuck, ace of spades, card backs and jokers.



Each year they also create an antique restoration deck for members, the Year 2 restoration was a Chas. Goodall medley featuring some of the most beautiful and iconic designs from the famed British card manufacturer.



Each deck is limited to only 100x units and signed and individually numbered on the tuck by the artist.



If you like what you see, A. Haines is currently welcoming new members for Year 3 (membership having been closed since December 2025) on Patreon where a new set of reward decks will be created and drawn from scratch for members to follow along and receive in their annual reward packs next June. 

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