Children of Litha Tarot - A mythic deck rooted in nature and archetype
About the Children of Litha Tarot
The Children of Litha Tarot contains 80 hand-illustrated cards created by Alexandria Huntington, also known as Xia Hunt. The deck follows the Rider-Waite structure while adding two original cards, 'The All' and 'The Void', which represent pure potential and cosmic necessity respectively. These additions bring the total to 80 cards, a number associated in numerology with authority and destiny. The illustrations are dense with symbolism, rewarding careful attention during readings. Cards are printed on 350gsm card stock with a silky matte finish and black borders, and the set comes housed in a magnetic flip box with gold foil accents. A 180-page full-colour guidebook with card interpretations and incantations completes the set.
Symbolism and themes
The visual language of this deck is built around the interplay of human, animal, and wild nature. In the Major Arcana, human and animal forms merge to embody karmicforces and universal archetypes. The Minor Arcana is organised around specific natural domains: ocean creatures represent Cups, powerful predators represent Wands. Animal skeletons appear on the Aces as symbols of elemental essence and the fundamental forces underlying each suit. 'The All' and 'The Void' sit outside the traditional structure, offering a perspective that goes beyond the standard 78-card framework and prompts a different kind of reflection during readings.
The creator
Alexandria Huntington, who works under the name Xia Hunt, is an independent writer and illustrator. She holds a BFA in Illustration from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and has worked on projects including Beneath the Dark Crystal. She now combines her illustration practice with her interest in esotericism through her own family business, creating tarot decks that have found a wide audience internationally.
Practical use
The 350gsm matte card stock handles well, shuffles smoothly, and does not stick together. The black borders give each spread a clean, cohesive look. The 180-page guidebook is more than a reference tool: it includes incantations alongside interpretations, making it useful for those who incorporate ritual into their reading practice. Readers familiar with the Rider-Waite system will recognise the structure immediately, but the mythic imagery and the two additional cards call for a thoughtful approach rather than a quick keyword read. 'The All' and 'The Void' are most useful when considered as active parts of a spread rather than treated as optional extras.
When 'The All' or 'The Void' appears in a reading, take time to consider whether the situation at hand is shaped by open possibility or by something that feels inevitable, as that distinction often holds the real insight.
Features of the Children of Litha Tarot
- Number of cards: 80 fully illustrated cards
- Includes: 'The All' and 'The Void' as additional cards
- Guidebook: Full-colour, 180 pages, with interpretations and incantations
- Card stock: 350gsm with matte finish
- Finish: Black borders, gold foil accents on the box
- Packaging: Magnetic flip box
- Illustrator / author: Alexandria Huntington (Xia Hunt)
- Card language: English
Expert FAQ about the Children of Litha Tarot
Why does this deck have 80 cards instead of the usual 78?
Alexandria Huntington added 'The All' and 'The Void' to represent the duality of the universe within a single deck. 'The All' points to pure potential, while 'The Void' reflects cosmic necessity. These two cards operate outside the standard Rider-Waite framework and are best read with that distinction in mind.
What is the practical benefit of the matte finish on the cards?
The matte surface means the cards do not stick together during shuffling and feel comfortable in the hand. It also eliminates glare, which makes reading by candlelight or under bright lighting noticeably more comfortable than with glossy-finished cards.
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