Bicycle Launched Their First NFT Collection

Welcome to the future! Bicycle launched thier first-ever non-fungible token (NFT) collection. The NFT card collectibles called the “Genesis Collection” were designed by our friend Adrian Valenzuela and the first drop of NFTs was revealed via the NFT marketplace Kolectiv last week. 

Bicycle aims to bridge the gap between tradition and innovation. For card enthusiasts, the Bicycle brand has been iconic since the company’s inception in 1885. 136 years later, the brand has entered into the world of blockchain technology with Adrian's vision of the iconic Bicycle brand transformed into cards from 1,000 years into the future. In a statement, Stefaan Merckx, the CEO of Bicycle said,

At Bicycle, we’re a heritage brand that has been at the forefront of playing cards for over 135 years and this NFT launch marks a special moment in our history where we’re bridging the gap between tradition and innovation. Looking ahead, we’ll continue to reach new consumers and generations, while also staying true to our history.

The Genesis Collection will start with a Unique drop of 24 NFTs commencing on December 9 through the end of the month. Cards 10 to the Ace, plus the Jokers, will be grouped by suit and dropped every few days. The minimum bid for each Unique Collection NFT will be 0.5 ETH with subsequent bidding increments of 0.1 ETH. 

  

Today (December 20th), Bicycle will drop its 8008 NFT items for sale, featuring an animated card tuck case and unique mint numbers from 1 through 8008. This will be the main drop of the Genesis Collection ("Main Collection") 32 randomly selected buyers of the Main Collection will be receiving one of the 32 remaining NFTs in the Unique Collection (cards from 2 to 9) in lieu of the Main Collection card tuck case NFT. 

Also, with the NFT collection, Bicycyle intends to start the collector on a “journey alongside Bicycle, from continued support to perks including access to exclusive events, presales, and whitelists of future Bicycle NFTs.” 

Essentially, the cards will serve as VIP membership- an “elite club of Bicycle collectors.” However, Bicycle does disclose that the primary sale benefit will not be “extended for NFT buyers on [the] secondary market.” 

Also, the word is that the NFTs are carbon-neutral through the purchase of carbon credits to offset any gas fees consumed on Ethereum.

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2049 Playing Cards NOW on Kickstarter!

2049 is the latest deck from designer Adrian Valenzuela of the design firm AVTones. The cool sci-fi deck is currently funding on Kickstarter and is inspired by Adrian's vision of the future of playing cards.

The deck features fully custom face cards and card backs printed with metallic inks creating not only a stunning reflective design but an innovative aesthetic with a futuristic feel. 

The traditional court cards have been enlarged and given a modern twist. They look familiar yet new at the same time, which is exactly what it's designed to do. 

 
The cool futuristic tucks are adorned with stunning foil and have a soft-touch matte finish. Each tuck is hand-sealed close with a label of authenticity that wraps around the case. Each label has a unique number on it which represents the number it was printed. 

 
Printed by the USPCC, the playing cards are made with a high-quality air cushion finish.

The 2049 Playing Cards campaign also includes a limited edition run of only 500 nine-deck drawer cases. Backers of the case will automatically be entered into a raffle to win the official #1 numbered card deck that is held in an acrylic case with a digital canvas that plays the 2049 trailer video as seen on his Kickstarter page. 

Don't miss out! Pledge starts at $18 on Kickstarter.

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2049 Playing Cards, 24 Hours Remaining on Kickstarter!

Just 24 hours remaining on Kickstarter for 2049 playing cards, the latest deck by designer Adrian Valenzuela of the design firm AVTones. The cool sci-fi deck is inspired by Adrian's vision of the future of playing cards.

Two new editions were introduced during the campaign, Karma, and Replica. Karma features a white colorway with the same stunning foil as the Carbon edition tuck. The tuck is hand-sealed close with a label of authenticity that wraps around the case. Each label has a unique number on it which represents the number it was printed. 

The SOLD OUT limited-edition Replica is absolutely stunning. The eye-catching tuck case features orange colorway and adorned with luxurious foil. Inside, the edges are gilded to give the deck a certain elegance that will dazzle and amaze! 

All three editions feature fully custom face cards and card backs printed with metallic inks creating not only a stunning reflective design but an innovative aesthetic with a futuristic feel. The traditional court cards have been enlarged and given a modern twist. They look familiar yet new at the same time.

Printed by the USPCC, the playing cards are made with a high-quality air cushion finish. Don't miss out! Pledge starts at $18 on Kickstarter.

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2049 (Carbon Edition) Playing Cards

Future. Stunning. Sci-Fi.

Designer Adrian Valenzuela of AVTones, this cool sci-fi deck is inspired by Adrian’s vision of the future of playing cards. The 2049 Carbon edition playing cards features a cool futuristic tuck case are adorned with stunning foil and have a soft-touch matte finish. The tuck is hand-sealed with a label of authenticity that wraps around the case.

Inside, traditional court cards have been enlarged and given a modern twist. They look familiar yet new at the same time! The fully custom face cards and card backs are printed with metallic inks creating not only a stunning reflective design but an innovative aesthetic with a futuristic feel. 

Printed by the USPCC, the playing cards are made with a high-quality air cushion finish.

Detailed Look at Memento Mori NXS Playing Cards by Murphy's Magic

First spotted during the 52 Plus Joker Convention in Cleaveland, Ohio, the Memento Mori NXS (Nexus) is a spiritual successor to the 2015 Memento Mori.

Designed by acclaimed artist Adrian Valenzuela, art designer behind the original Memento Mori, the NXS, takes the low-poly designs to a whole new level by infusing abstract shapes with the realism of light and shadow.

The result?

An imposing deck mixing simplicity with bold design elements and maintaining a modern, but haunting feel. on the inspiration of the design, Adrian explained,

As we age, we deteriorate, so for this design I wanted to move forward in time, to an older version. The cards are more broken the skull with more damaged and the colors represents the evolution of life.

The fully custom NXS prominently features a front-facing skull on the tuck and the card backs. The Aces, Joker, and courts are VERY stylized and modern-looking, consistent with the overall look of the deck.

The low-poly design combined with abstract shapes works really well. Not only is it eye-catching, but it also enhances card flourishes making fans, spreads and cascades look really good!

Available now on murphysmagic.com or at your favorite Murphy’s Magic dealer.

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Deck View: Watcher Playing Cards

 

Polygon. Earthy. Mysterious. 

Watcher Playing Cards, designed by Adrian Valenzuela and produced by Riffle Shuffle, feature striking low-poly artwork and a mysterious narrative. These fully custom cards showcase vibrant, polygon-based designs with a bold Ace of Spades, earthy one-way court cards, and a mesmerizing back design.

The abstract polygon art reflects the sharp choices we make and the structures we build over time, while the yellow tones symbolize our evolving journey. Inspired by a mythical race of silent guardians, the deck invites you to imagine a world where they observe us—not to judge, but to witness our growth.

Printed by USPCC on Bee Casino Stock.

News: Winners of 52 Plus Joker's Inaugural Diamond Awards Announced

The inaugural Diamond Award winners have been announced at the annual 52 Plus Joker Convention in Erlanger, Kentucky. The 'Artist of the Year' award went to Uusi, headed by duo Linnea Gits &  Peter Dunham for Pagan Blue Edition Playing Cards and Hyde Park Mouldings Playing Cards. Other decks nominated were, Alex Chin, Brendan Hong, Steve Minty and Jackson Robinson.

Also, Lotrek's Golden Oath Playing Cards won the 'Deck of the Year' award for his painstaking work on this stunning deck. All the artwork is foiled including 2 foils on the card back and 3 foils on the face cards. Other decks in the category were Apothecary by Alexander Chin, Pagan Blue Edition by Uusi, Silver Arrows by Jackson Robinson and Vitreous by Adrian Valenzuela.

Congrats!

Phoenix Playing Cards Private Release

Phoenix Playing Cards is the fourth deck in Riffle Shuffle's animal series. Designed by Adrian Valenzuela, the vibrant deck combines colorful elements of the flame and the eternal life of the Phoenix. 

The incredlible low-poly artwork breaksdown the feathers of the phoenix into multiple geometric shapes and infusing them to form a majestic image of the Phoenix. 

Inside, the deck is fully custom with mesmerizing card backs, bold Ace of Spades and one-way court cards with a vibrant color pallete. Is you fan or spread the cards, you can admire the fiery wings of the phoniex in hour hands. 

 

Available now on riffleshuffle.com for $7.95 for the next 24 hours When you purchase 6 decks or more, they will arrive in a 1 of 200 Premium Embossed Half Brick Box. 

Printed by the United States Playing Card Company with Bee Casino Stock. Limited Edition of 2500 decks.

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Crowdfunding this Week: 9/20

Welcome to the first series of Crowdfunding this Week, where we select some of the best playing card projects on the various crowdfunding platforms this week. Summer is finally winding down and Kickstarter has been busy with a few projects launched last week. Check out some of these projects:

TUXEDO Playing Cards 

Fun and stylish deck of playing cards. A classic deck with the face cards wearing Tuxes.

Kickstarter project by: Natalia Silva
Current Status: 47% Funded
Pledge Amount: $13 for single deck
Ends: October 20th, 2015

¡ VIVA MEXICO ! Playing Cards

A fun and vibrant deck of playing cards created to celebrate Mexico. Designed by Adrian Valenzuela, printed by Legends Playing Card Co.

Kickstarter project by: Jay Losa
Current Status: 41% Funded
Pledge Amount: $8 for single deck
Ends: October 16th, 2015

NOUVEAU Playing Cards

Discover the original heroes and heroines inspired by 16c French decks with NOUVEAU, official 2016 United Cardists Annual deck

Kickstarter project by: United Cardists
Current Status: 84% Funded
Pledge Amount: $13 for single deck
Ends: October 20th, 2015

Watcher Playing Cards Private Release!

The guardians are here! Designed by Adrian Valenzuela and produced by Riffle Shuffle, Watcher Playing Cards are a vibrant deck featuring low-poly artwork throughout and an intriguing narrative.

According to the product page,

The guardians are here! They have always been and always will be. They don't judge, they don't try to correct our path. They just watch, waiting for our evolution; waiting for us to develop new abilities, to discover wonders until the end of times. 

The deck is fully custom with mesmerizing card backs, bold Ace of Spades and one-way court cards with an earthy tone color pallete.

The polygons represent the abstract way we all are, the sharp decisions that we make, the solid walls that we build and the stability that we accomplish with time. The yellow tones represent the path that we're in, the first steps to our future, this is the beginning, and they are Watching.

Available now for $7.95 for the next 24 hours When you purchase 6 decks or more, they will arrive in a 1 of 200 Premium Embossed Half Brick Box.

Printed by United States Playing Card Company with Bee Casino Stock. Limited Edition of 3000 decks.

Originally published on cardistrybeast.com

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First Look of FLUID (2019 Edition) Playing Cards

Designed by Adrian Valenzuela and produced by CardCutz, FLUID 2019 Edition Playing Cards feature a vibrant and captivating back design filled with a flowing design.

Inside, the fluid design and vibrant colours have been applied to the fully custom face cards giving it a modern look while still maintaining the classic face design we all know and love.

The distinct color palette combined with the flowing abstract art design of the card backs allows for cardists and performers to enhance their routines.

Printed on a crushed stock by the U.S. Playing Card Co. and available August 1st on cardcutz.com. Limited edition of 2,988 decks.

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Deck View: Bicycle 8008 NFT Playing Cards

In 2021, Bicycle launched its first-ever non-fungible token (NFT) collection. The NFT card collectibles called the “Genesis Collection” was designed by our friend Adrian Valenzuela. The Genesis Collection includes a unique drop of 24 animated NFTs from Cards 10 to the Ace, plus the Jokers and the card tuck case.

Along with the NFT drops, this physical Bicycle 8008 deck comes with personalized packaging and a silver hard case shell to the primary NFT buyer exclusively. Inside, the face card artwork features all the unique animated NFTs available during the initial drop.

The traditional courts, pips, aces and Jokers are reimagined in a 3D design. Modern design elements and generous use of foiling make this deck look incredibly eye-catching.

Cardistry: Oblique Playing Cards by CardCutz

Oblique Playing Cards is the second release from Australia-based CardCutz in collaboration with Adrian Valenzuela. Like their first deck, Oblique is vibrant and captivating but features a more psychedelic art style.

Inside, the deck is fully custom and features a bright color palette consisting of pink/blue colorway mixed with gradients and abstract patterns. This design element is featured throughout, from the Aces, courts, to the jokers and card backs.

Definitely an eye-catching for your card flourishes. This cool deck looks modern while still maintaining the classic face design we all know and love.

Also, a limited Oblique 6 Pack boxes are available. They feature a matte finish with the Oblique logo on black exterior and hot pink on the inside, making it bound to stand out in your collection.

Printed by the U.S. Playing Card Company on crushed stock and available NOW from cardcutz.com for $13.

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