FRAGMENTA Playing Cards

FRAGMENTA playing cards by Oath Playing Cards is their boldest and most eccentric creation yet, a fully custom deck designed to look like a factory miscut.

The deck is precisely crafted with gold and silver metallic inks on both faces and backs, plus an updated take on Oath's standard courts. The deck looks great in motion, especially in fans and spreads.

The wild concept extends to the tuck box, which features five different foils and detailed embossing, giving it a striking, luxurious feel. 

Available for $23 on Oath Playing Cards.

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: The Infinite Improbability Deck

Now a on Kickstarter, the Infinite Improbability Deck is a fully custom deck of playing cards inspired by The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Designed by surrealist artist Jack Brutus Penny, this officially licensed deck blends iconic characters, absurd humor, and intricate art into one improbably beautiful package.

Created in collaboration with the official Hitchhiker’s Guide live theatrical production launching in London in 2025, this deck is not just a tribute... it’s a living, laughing slice of Adams’ universe, shuffled and dealt into your hands. Don’t panic. Just play.

Each of the 54 cards is hand-illustrated and bursting with detail, featuring beloved figures such as Marvin the Paranoid Android, Zaphod Beeblebrox, Slartibartfast, Ford Prefect, and Arthur Dent. 

The court cards are especially elaborate—align them to form larger narrative scenes pulled from the series’ chaotic charm. Even the pip cards are alive with visual gags and story moments, from the destruction of Earth to the infamous floating Chesterfield Sofa. Together, they form a massive visual puzzle, revealing a hidden message straight from the mind of Douglas Adams himself.

The deck’s holographic silver-foiled backs and double-foiled tuck boxes reflect the galaxy-spanning journey of its characters, and each box is a cosmic art piece in its own right. 

Collectors can also opt for the Hotblack Desiato Edition, featuring a hot black tuck, gold edge gilding, and exclusive artwork—a true galactic treasure. With six color variants and laser-cut sleeve designs available, every deck feels like its own improbable outcome.

Printed by King Star, these cards offer both visual wonder and top-tier handling. Pledge starts at $18 on Kickstarter.

CHESS Playing Cards by Hidden Light: A Regal Battle of Light and Shadow

Hidden Light’s CHESS Playing Cards transport players into a Baroque-inspired world where the eternal struggle between black and white unfolds through twin royal courts. Set in the 17th-century Holy Roman Empire, the series imagines a narrative where two queens representing light and chaos, command opposing powers in a lavish, mirrored universe.

The White Court draws from the ornate beauty of the Prague Crystal Palace, featuring Rococo-style gilding and vibrant glass domes. 

In contrast, the Black Court channels the moody grandeur of the Bratislava Fortress, evoking Gothic architecture with dark red velvet and bronze reliefs. 

Every court card serves both as a narrative figure and a symbolic chess piece, capturing the complex interplay of political intrigue and spiritual warfare. Each card is enhanced with “HOLO breathing” technology, a shimmering effect that animates grid patterns when tilted under light, adding an interactive element to the visual experience. 

For backers and collector's who are seeking something more exclusive, the Collector’s Box Set includes both collector’s edition decks with gilded edges and HOLO effects, packaged in an intricately foiled box and accompanied by a collector’s coin. 

Printed by King Star and pledge starts at $8 on Kickstarter.

Theory11's Captain America Playing Cards

Step into the world of Marvel’s most patriotic hero with Theory11's Captain America Playing Cards, a fully custom deck that captures the strength, honor, and legacy of the Star-Spangled Avenger.

Inside, the cards feature custom artwork inspired by fan-favorite characters across the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Captain America saga, including Winter Soldier, Peggy Carter, Red Hulk, and Baron Zemo. 

The eye-catching tuck box is wrapped in bold blue, red, and silver foil with textured embossing that mirrors Captain America’s iconic uniform. Every detail pays homage to the character’s enduring fight for justice, from WWII to modern-day battles against HYDRA.

Whether you're loyal to Steve Rogers or backing Sam Wilson as the new Cap, this deck unites the full legacy of the shield in one collectible set. Available now for $12.95 from Theory11.