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The Dark Alchemist Major Arcana Tarot Card Set

Created by VanityFreaks

A 30-card Tarot deck and interactive book inspired by Persona and Professor Layton set in an alternative 1920s Paris.

Latest Updates from Our Project:

48 hours to go! + Limited Edition Add-On
about 1 year ago – Tue, Mar 28, 2023 at 01:09:11 PM

Bonjour! I just wanted to thank you all for backing The Dark Alchemist. As we hit the final 48 hours, the next stage will be going through the manufacturing process and setting up Backerkit! I can't wait! If you have any requests for add-ons for backerkit please let me know. As I have had a few requests for a shiny gold deck, I've decided to create it as an add-on for a limited amount. 

This tarot deck can come in the style of any of the 3 art styles. They have a black border with the illustrations and patterns having a gold shine to them. The add-on can be found under 'Limited Edition Gold Tarot Deck'.

I cannot wait to get the decks out to you! 

- Vanity Freaks

Stretch Goal #5 Unlocked! And Book Preview
about 1 year ago – Tue, Mar 21, 2023 at 09:58:46 AM

Bonjour! We have now hit the 5th Stretch goal which brings gold options!

When Kickstarter ends and Backerkit begins you'll get to choose to have gold options on your tarot deck. This also includes a new back design with vibrant gold and speckles of gold and intricate patterns on your tarot deck. You will get to customise these options. 

The Book Preview: Link

A short preview is now available for Amelia Burness and The Fountain Of Youth. You will find most pages REDACTED as it will only show a small preview with illustrations. Essentially its a choose-your-own adventure gamebook. This includes the introduction, the short prologue and two choices. I would recommend reading both choices to get a feel of the book. If you haven't seen the link from above you can download it from here

Please let me know what you think of the preview! 

- Vanity Freaks

Prototype #2 is here!
about 1 year ago – Mon, Mar 20, 2023 at 09:55:03 AM

The prototype #2 came this morning showing off a different template. The cards are the same size as but instead have a white border instead of full portrait. All cards shown are just demonstrations and will undergo quality checks before they arrive in your hands. The tuck box is also optional and you will be able to have a big box/rigid box for your cards instead. 

Both templates available to choose from
Showing the back of the tuck box
A rough version of the tuck box

Stretch Goal #4 Unlocked & Eiffel Tower Statue Add-on!
about 1 year ago – Sat, Mar 18, 2023 at 07:45:44 AM

Bonjour! We've now unlocked the 4th stretch goals which brings new rewards and add-ons.

2 Oracle Cards: Chaos and Peace

Both cards will be included with every pledge. Physical and digital (digital backers will receive them in PNG format.)  These cards can be played in a deck and descriptions for the cards will be displayed in the booklet. 

Introducing a new add-on!

Eiffel Tower Model and a Limited Edition Paris Card.

Both physical statues (replica model) come in 2 sizes 10 cm and 25 cm. The Paris card has 5 designs to choose from. Both shown below.

Thanks again for backing. See you on the next stretch goal.

- Vanity Freaks

Prototype Cards Have Arrived! More Stretch Goals!
about 1 year ago – Tue, Mar 14, 2023 at 11:12:13 AM

Bonjour! 

Today has been an exciting day. The prototypes have arrived. These came for the Full Portrait - Art Style #1. Next prototypes to arrive will be the Traditional style decks which I can't wait to show! Baring in mind that all 3 art styles are available in both Traditional and Full Portrait templates.

I can't wait to show you more on the second print run! Onto the Stretch Goals. 2 Oracle cards added to the deck making it a total of 30 tarot cards that you will receive. Gold printed tarot cards as an option and Rigid boxes instead of the tuck box. 

- Vanity Freaks