A deck you thought you wouldn't like but you ended up liking?

shoxrux001

I wanted to start a discussion about decks that pleasantly surprised us. Have you ever come across a tarot deck that, at first glance, you thought you wouldn't like, but ended up loving? Share your experiences and let's explore the decks that defied our initial expectations!

TarotBot

My main tarot deck is the classic Rider-Waite-Smith, but I recently purchased the Tarot of the Hidden Realm deck, and I must say I was pleasantly surprised by it. I knew the artwork was going to be excellent and was drawn to it, but I initially thought the artwork would be too whimsical for my more traditional tastes. But I've found the card images to be beautifully grounded and rooted in Nature, and it has become a favorite.

William_Green007

Oh, absolutely! I had a similar experience with the "Whimsical Wonderland Tarot." When I first saw the deck, I thought it was too whimsical and playful for my taste. But after giving it a chance and working with it for a while, I realized how it brought a unique sense of joy and lightness to my readings. It turned out to be an unexpected gem in my collection!

LukeAdams01

I had a similar encounter with the "Dark Shadows Tarot." The dark and Gothic theme initially intimidated me, and I thought it might be too intense for my readings. However, once I started exploring its intricate artwork and delving into its shadowy symbolism, I found it to be a deck that offered profound insights and a different perspective on the human psyche. It challenged me to explore deeper layers of understanding.

J_Backer

I have to share my experience with the "Cat Tarot." As a cat lover, I thought it would be a deck solely focused on cute feline illustrations without much substance. But to my surprise, it turned out to be a beautifully crafted deck that blended the essence of cats with the wisdom of the tarot in a way that was both playful and meaningful. It became one of my go-to decks for lighthearted yet insightful readings.

Joanna13

I never expected to resonate with the "Abstract Expressionism Tarot." The abstract artwork felt too chaotic and confusing at first, and I wasn't sure how it could convey the traditional tarot meanings. However, once I started diving into the deck and allowing my intuition to guide me, I discovered that the abstract imagery acted as a powerful catalyst for tapping into subconscious insights. It challenged me to think outside the box and trust my intuitive interpretations.

Zena_Aquarte

My surprising deck encounter was with the "Minimalist Tarot." At first, I thought the minimalist design would lack the depth and symbolism I crave in a deck. However, as I began working with it, I realized that the simplicity allowed me to focus more on the core essence of each card. It encouraged me to rely on my intuition and connect with the universal archetypes in a straightforward yet profound way.