October 28 - November 3, 2012 ~ Wormweird Tarot

Wormweird Tarot
George Higham
EOS, 2007

Well, this deck is so unique that I can't really do it justice.  I suggest you visit the website and click "START."  Take the tour and enjoy.

It is a fascinating deck and what is amazing about it is that each image is a real set up - it was set up, photographed and destroyed.  I think that is what gives it its charm.  Well, "charm" may not be the right term here?

One thing about the deck is that it is in the tradition where Swords are represented by fire and Wands by air.  It is a bit different at first, but like the other decks I have that are this way, it just takes a moment and then it makes perfect sense.  When I go back to a "normal" deck, it no longer makes sense.  That, in itself, makes no sense.  But there it is!

If you get an opportunity to get this deck, do.  It is deliciously dark and creepy, but reads quite well.  The only problem with it is that the cards are incredibly sturdy and large.  Of course, on the other hand, this is good because the deck is not easy to get, one doesn't have to worry about it disintegrating.