Mystic Faerie Tarot Set - each of the four suits tells a story
Most tarot decks use the four suits as categories. This deck uses them as storylines. Each suit runs from beginning to end through a faerie tale, which helps you see the cards in context rather than as isolated meanings.
Linda Ravenscroft paints in watercolour and works with rich detail. The colours are bright, the figures recognisably fantastical. Barbara Moore writes the guidebook and includes not only card meanings but also spreads you will not find elsewhere, such as the Dewdrop spread and the Acorn to Oak method.
What you see on the cards
Each card shows a scene in which nature spirits play a role. The imagery aligns with traditional tarot structure but adds faerie folklore. Expect forest landscapes, recurring seasons, and symbols tied to growth and cycle.
The format is 70 x 120 mm, which feels good in the hand. The cardstock is sturdy enough for daily use. The watercolour technique means colours flow softly into each other, giving the cards a dreamlike quality.
How the guidebook works
Barbara Moore describes each card and explains how the narrative structure of the suits works. She also introduces spreads tailored to the theme of this deck. The quick reference guide makes it easy to look up a card during a reading.
Take the time to read through an entire suit from start to finish. The story structure becomes clearer than when you look at individual cards.
About Linda Ravenscroft and Barbara Moore
Linda Ravenscroft is a British artist known for her fantasy watercolours. Her work is widely collected outside the tarot world.
Barbara Moore has been writing tarot guidebooks for decades. Her texts are clear and accessible, even for people who are just starting out.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 78
- Card size: 70 x 120 mm
- Language: English
- Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
- Illustrations: Linda Ravenscroft
- Text: Barbara Moore
- Contents: 78 cards and guidebook with spreads
Questions we often get
Does this deck follow traditional tarot structure?
Yes. It has 22 major arcana and 56 minor arcana, divided into four suits. The difference lies in the way the suits are set up as continuous stories.
Are the spreads in the guidebook unique to this deck?
Yes. Barbara Moore designed specific spreads that match the faerie theme, such as the Dewdrop spread. You will not find them in other guidebooks.
