Faerie Pathways Oracle - 70 faerie spirits, one card at a time
About this deck
The Faerie Pathways Oracle is a 70-card oracle deck in which every single card represents a distinct faerie spirit — named, illustrated, and carrying its own affirmation-based message. Unlike oracle systems built around complex symbol layers or suit structures, this deck works through direct emotional recognition: you look at the faerie, you feel something, and the message follows naturally. The card titles are deliberately broad enough to apply to a wide range of life situations, which makes the deck flexible for daily use. The 84-page illustrated guidebook walks through each faerie by name, explains their meaning, and offers three card spreads for more intentional readings. The deck is designed for people who connect with intuitive, feeling-led reading rather than analytical interpretation.
Imagery and themes
Paulina Fae's illustrations are fine-lined and warmly coloured, showing faeries that range from playfully mischievous to quietly encouraging — each one distinct in mood and character. The overall aesthetic is ethereal but grounded in emotional warmth, making the cards easy to sit with. Thematically, the deck focuses on awakening hidden talents, broadening personal perspective, and finding wonder in everyday moments. Affirmations sit at the centre of each card's message, giving you something concrete to carry through the day. The combination of illustration and affirmation means the deck works well across a wide age range, from younger users exploring self-expression to adults looking for daily grounding.
About the creator
Paulina Fae, also known as Paulina Cassidy, has been creating art prints, books, and card decks for over three decades, with collectors around the world. In 1999, she founded Restless Moon Gallery as a platform for her creative work. Her card deck portfolio — all published by U.S. Games Systems, Inc. — includes the Paulina Tarot (2009), Joie de Vivre Tarot (2011), Witchlings Deck and Book Set (2014), Spiritsong Tarot (2017), Pixiekins Daily Inspiration (2019), Phantasma Tarot (2021), and Magicmakers Tarot (2025). Alongside her visual art, she writes and produces music and works with energy healing. She has lived in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area since 2007 with her husband Kevin and their cats.
Practical use
The Faerie Pathways Oracle works particularly well as a daily one-card draw, where the affirmation on each card gives you a clear focus for the day ahead. The three spreads in the guidebook offer more structure when you have a specific question to explore. Because the card titles are intentionally broad and the imagery is emotionally immediate, this deck suits readers who prefer to work intuitively rather than through a fixed interpretive system. The smooth card stock makes shuffling comfortable even for those with less hand strength. Each card measures approximately 76 x 108 mm, a size that is easy to hold and to lay out in spreads.
Draw one card each morning and read the affirmation aloud — the faerie's name and message together give you a single word or idea to carry into the day.
Features of the Faerie Pathways Oracle
- Number of cards: 70
- Guidebook: 84 pages, illustrated, with three spreads
- Card size: approximately 76 x 108 mm
- Box size: approximately 89 x 121 mm
- Weight: approximately 454 g
- Language: English
- Artist and author: Paulina Fae (Paulina Cassidy)
- Publisher: U.S. Games Systems, Inc.
- ISBN: 978-1-64671-292-2
- Card stock: Smooth luxury card stock, flexible and durable
- Availability: From June 2026
Expert FAQ — Faerie Pathways Oracle
Is the Faerie Pathways Oracle a good first oracle deck?
It is a genuinely accessible starting point. The card titles are clear and broad enough to apply to everyday situations without requiring prior knowledge of oracle systems. The guidebook explains each faerie by name, and the affirmations are direct and easy to work with. If you are new to oracle cards and drawn to illustrated, feeling-led decks, this is a solid choice.
When will the Faerie Pathways Oracle be available?
The deck is scheduled for release in June 2026. The ISBN is 978-1-64671-292-2. You can pre-order or check availability through Tarot.nl once it is in stock.