Mausolea Oracle of Souls - 36 cards on the soul and the afterlife
This is not a light oracle. Mausolea Oracle of Souls builds a world around death, the soul and what follows, and does so without apology. The atmosphere is dark and layered, the imagery detailed, and the themes are weighty in the best sense.
The deck contains 36 cards, published by Lo Scarabeo, with illustrations by American fantasy artist Jason Engle. The cards draw on mythological traditions from multiple cultures and translate them into archetypal figures embodying universal forces around life, death and rebirth.
What you see on the cards
Engle combines gothic imagery with influences from classical mythology and fantasy illustration. The cards show figures that act as guides, guardians or representatives of specific forces within the afterlife. The artwork is detailed and emotionally charged, with a palette that leans heavily towards dark tones.
The cards measure 88 x 125 mm and are printed on sturdy card stock with a matte finish. They feel solid in the hand and hold up well to regular shuffling.
What the guidebook covers
The deck comes with a 128-page guidebook in English. It goes through each card individually, connecting the imagery to themes such as letting go, memory and spiritual rebirth. The texts are oriented towards shadow work and personal transformation.
This deck asks difficult questions. The guidebook provides concrete starting points for translating the imagery into personal reflection.
About Jason Engle
Jason Engle is an American illustrator with a long career in fantasy art. He is known for a layered, emotionally intense style. With Mausolea, he has created a coherent mythic world, drawing on underworld traditions from a range of cultures.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 36
- Guidebook: 128 pages, English
- Dimensions: 88 x 125 mm
- Finish: Matte finish, sturdy card stock
- Weight: approx. 420 g
- Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
- Illustrator: Jason Engle
Questions we often get
What language are the cards and guidebook in?
The guidebook is in English. The available information does not specify whether the cards themselves carry text, so we cannot confirm that with certainty.
Is this deck suited for shadow work or meditation?
The guidebook explicitly addresses shadow work and personal transformation. The themes of the deck, letting go, memory and rebirth, align closely with that kind of use.
