lampkin said:
Do you like your Baphomet deck? I haven't seen a whole lot of that deck, but that's one of the few that I would probably put on my wishlist. Do you have any other decks like this that are similar to your dark style?
Haindl tarot, Baphomet - Tarot of the Underworld, Black tarot by Luis Royo, Gothic tarot by Joseph Vargo
These are in my collection and they are the ones I would consider dark compared to others which are definately "happier" decks. Funny thing though, when it comes down to reading with them, it's the Haindl that sends chills down my spine. The others I collected because of the artwork.
Something about Haindl's deck just lurks beneath the surface, when the pictures themselves aren't really gothic dark. It's a little untame, I think.. like raw energy. Sometimes, it's the subtle ones that really gets to you and I have a feeling the Thoth is similiar to the Haindl, not in terms of imagery but in terms of the energy vibrations. I borrowed a Thoth once from a friend and returned it after a week. I keep my Haindl under lock and key too, in my Tarot chest.
J, the Baphomet deck has really large cards which I think are perfect for collection or even meditation purposes. There're only Majors but the artwork is something else and I think you would love it.
Look out for trade offers in the Tarot Trading forum because I was lucky someone in the forum wanted a deck I didn't use in exchange for the Baphomet. Worked out great.
My Magician should be done quite soon, J... I hope you'll like it. I wonder if you'll like the Judgement card more though **Wink**Wink**
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