Night Sun Tarot - modern esotericism in digital imagery
Some tarot cards invite you in gently. Others confront. The Night Sun Tarot by Fabio Listrani falls squarely in that second category. The images are sharp, colourful and geometrically precise. This is not a deck you pick up casually for a quick daily draw.
Listrani works digitally and makes use of clean lines, symmetry and vivid colours. The cards are filled with symbols from Kabbalah, alchemy and astrology. The backgrounds often show sacred geometry. The whole feels futuristic, but the roots lie in classical esotericism.
What sets this deck apart
The Night Sun Tarot deliberately positions itself between two major traditions. The structure and numbering follow the Rider-Waite system for the most part, but the symbolism and themes lean heavily on the Thoth tradition of Aleister Crowley. That makes the deck accessible in structure, but challenging in interpretation.
Each card has layers. The main figures are clear, but the details in the background tell a second story. Astrological symbols, Hebrew letters and geometric patterns fill the space. The colours are intense: deep blue, purple, gold, black. Nothing is soft or suggestive, everything stands sharp.
How you work with it
This deck asks for time. The symbolism is too rich to grasp at a glance. Many readers use it for meditation or deep self-reflection. The cards force you to pause at what you would rather not see.
The guidebook is multilingual and gives basic information about the cards. For those who want to truly understand the esoteric symbols, additional knowledge of Kabbalah or Thoth tarot is helpful. Not required, but it does enrich the reading.
Lay the cards on a dark surface. The colours and patterns hit harder and the geometry jumps out.
About Fabio Listrani
Fabio Listrani is an Italian illustrator who specialises in esoteric art. He works digitally and combines contemporary techniques with classical mystical traditions. In addition to the Night Sun Tarot, he has designed several decks for publisher Lo Scarabeo.
Specifications
- Number of cards: 78
- Size: 66 x 120 mm
- Material: sturdy cardstock with light gloss
- Guidebook: multilingual (including English and Italian)
- Publisher: Lo Scarabeo
- Artist: Fabio Listrani
Questions we often get
Does this deck follow the Rider-Waite system or the Thoth tradition?
The structure and numbering mostly match Rider-Waite. The symbolism and themes, however, are strongly inspired by Thoth. It is a hybrid deck.
Are the cards suitable for daily shuffling?
Yes. The cardstock is sturdy and has a light gloss, so the cards shuffle smoothly. The finish holds up well to regular use.