Myths & Mermaids: Oracle of the Water - water beings and yes/no symbols
This is a deck that does not shy away from sentiment. Mermaids, nymphs and other water beings look at you with big eyes and soft faces. The style of Jasmine Becket-Griffith is recognisable: fairytale-like, lightly gothic, with lots of colour and emotion.
The deck consists of 42 cards, each with a glossy finish and rounded corners. At the bottom of each card is a symbol you can use for yes/no questions. Not necessarily new, but here applied consistently and explained concretely in the guidebook.
What you see on the cards
Water beings in all forms. Mermaids with fish, nymphs among water lilies, figures half submerged in waves or floating underwater. The colours run deep: lots of blue, green, purple and turquoise.
Each card has a title and a symbol at the bottom. Those symbols are linked to answer categories: yes, no, maybe, wait a bit longer. The system is simple and works fast if you have no desire for lengthy readings.
The 136-page guidebook is written by Amber A. Logan and Kachina Mickeletto. For each card you get a longer description, keywords and a brief explanation of the symbol. The tone is gentle and encouraging.
How the deck works
Water here stands for emotion, intuition and flow. The cards focus on releasing blockages, trusting your feelings and healing old pain. No hard truths, rather a gentle nudge towards what you already feel.
The yes/no system makes the deck suitable for quick questions. Draw a card, look at the symbol at the bottom, read the description for context if needed. This works well if you have no need for elaborate spreads.
This deck works best when you do not overcomplicate it. Draw a card, feel what the imagery does to you, and only then read what it says.
Who this deck is made for
The illustrations and gentle tone make this an accessible deck for beginners. The guidebook explains everything without assuming prior knowledge. The yes/no system lowers the threshold even further for people just starting out.
If you are looking for a philosophical or abstract oracle, this is not it. This deck is concrete, loving and focused on emotional questions.
About Jasmine Becket-Griffith, Amber A. Logan and Kachina Mickeletto
Jasmine Becket-Griffith is an American fantasy illustrator whose work is recognised worldwide. Her figures have large, expressive eyes and a fairytale quality. She has previously worked on various tarot and oracle decks.
Amber A. Logan and Kachina Mickeletto wrote the texts. Logan is a writer and tarot reader, Mickeletto works as an editor and spiritual teacher. Together they give the cards a warm, accessible voice.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 42
- Card size: 95 x 140 mm
- Finish: Glossy, rounded corners
- Guidebook: 136 pages, English
- Packaging: Luxury storage box
- Publisher: Blue Angel Publishing
- Illustrator: Jasmine Becket-Griffith
- Authors: Amber A. Logan and Kachina Mickeletto
- Extra: Yes/no symbols on every card
Questions we often get
Do I need to know English well to work with this deck?
The guidebook is in English, but the language is clear and straightforward. The images are expressive enough to work with even without text, and the yes/no system works visually.
Can I combine this deck with tarot cards?
Yes. This oracle works well as a supplement to a tarot reading, especially if you want to know more about emotional or relational questions. The water energy aligns with cups in tarot.
