Ibis Tarot
Ibis Tarot is an Egyptian deck, and my knowledge of Egyptian systems, symbolism, pantheons, etc. is minimal. Since I feel I am unqualified to critique the deck, I will just describe it as I have done with other decks that are over my head. =) I will say that I was annoyed that my deck came (still shrinkwrapped) in no particular order. I assume it was random, since it did not match the number order printed on the cards.
This is an attractive deck with beautiful artwork. The majors and courts are illustrated, but the pips are not. The cards of the major arcana are: I, the magician; II, the gate of the santuary (I don't know if that should be "sanctuary" or not); III, Isis-Urania; IV, the cubic stone; V, the master of the arcanas; VI, the two paths; VII, the chariot of Osiris; VIII, the balance and the sword; IX, the veiled lamp; X, the Sphinx; XI, the tamed lion; XII, the victim; XIII, the reaping skeleton; XIV, the two urns; XV, Typhon; XVI, the thunderstruck tower; XVII, the star of the magicians; XVIII, the twilight; XIX, the beaming light; XX, the resurrection from death; XXI, the crown of the magicians; XXII, the crocodile. Suits are sceptres, cups, swords and pentacles. Courts are master, mistress, warrior and slave.
The cards measure about 2.5 by 4.75 inches and handle well. They could be a little thicker for my tastes, but I wouldn't call them flimsy. I have no reason to doubt their sturdiness, but I haven't used mine much at all.
Since I know so little about Egyptian decks, I really can't make recommendations fairly. I do recommend it for collectors, though, for the beautiful artwork alone.
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