Alright, alright, let’s talk about them tarot cards, the ones them fancy folks use to tell fortunes. I ain’t no expert, mind you, but I’ve seen enough to know a thing or two. People keep askin’, “Which ones are the best?” Well, that’s like askin’ which hen lays the best eggs – depends on what you’re lookin’ for, I reckon.
But from what I gather, there’s a few that stand out, the ones everyone seems to be gabbin’ about. So, let’s see, are these five the best tarot decks? I’ll tell ya what I heard, and you can make up your own mind.
- The Rider-Waite Tarot Deck: Now, this one, they say it’s the most popular. Everywhere you look, someone’s got this deck. Must be somethin’ special about it, right? They say the pictures are easy to understand, even for someone like me who can barely read the newspaper.
And that’s important, I guess, if you’re just startin’ out. No fancy-schmancy stuff, just plain and simple pictures that tell a story. They call it the Rider-Waite, or sometimes the Waite-Smith. Big names, I suppose, but I ain’t never heard of ’em. Heard tell it’s been around for a long, long time, since way back when, maybe even before my grandpappy was born. And they say millions of folks got ’em, all over the world. Must be doin’ somethin’ right, I figure. This deck has pictures that even a blind hen could understand, real clear and simple. Perfect for beginners they say and there is lots of stuff out there to help you learn with it. They say it’s the best deck for tarot card reading.
- The Wild Unknown Tarot Deck: This one’s a bit different, they say. More artsy-fartsy, with all sorts of animals and nature stuff. I seen some pictures, and they’re pretty, I gotta admit. But I don’t know if I could make heads or tails of ’em. Too much thinkin’ involved, if you ask me.
Folks who like this one, they say it’s good for connectin’ with nature, with the spirits of the animals and trees and such. Sounds a bit spooky to me, but to each their own, I always say. It’s definitely not as plain and simple as that Rider-Waite one. This one, you gotta use your imagination, I reckon. It ain’t just about what you see, it’s about what you feel too. If you’re one of them sensitive types, always cryin’ at the movies, this might be your cup of tea. But for me, I like things a bit more straightforward. Give me a picture of a hen, and I know it’s a hen. Don’t need no fancy symbolism, thank you very much.
- The Thoth Tarot Deck: Now, this one, they say it’s powerful. Real powerful. But it’s also complicated, like tryin’ to understand why the rooster crows at dawn. Got all sorts of weird symbols and colors, makes your head spin just lookin’ at it.
Heard it was made by some fella named Crowley, a real character, they say. Into all sorts of strange stuff. This deck ain’t for the faint of heart, that’s for sure. They say it’s good for deep thinkin’, for gettin’ to the bottom of things. But I figure, if you gotta dig that deep, maybe you’re lookin’ in the wrong place. Sometimes, the answer’s right there in front of you, plain as day. But if you want something to really make you scratch your head, this might be the one for you. It’s got a lot of layers, like an onion, they say. You gotta peel back each one to get to the center. And even then, you might not understand it.
- The Modern Witch Tarot Deck: This one’s newer, I think. Made for the modern witches, I guess. I ain’t never met no witches, but I hear they’re out there, doin’ their thing.
This deck is supposed to be more relatable to today’s world, with pictures of cell phones and cars and such. I don’t know about that. Seems to me like tarot cards are supposed to be about somethin’ more than everyday stuff. But maybe that’s just me bein’ old-fashioned. They say it’s got a good mix of tradition and modern stuff, so maybe it’s a good choice if you’re tryin’ to bridge the gap, so to speak. It’s like takin’ the old ways and makin’ ‘em new again, which I guess ain’t a bad thing.
- The Gilded Tarot Royale: This one’s fancy, real fancy. Got gold leaf and all sorts of sparkly stuff. Looks like somethin’ you’d find in a queen’s treasure chest.
They say it’s based on the Rider-Waite, but with a bit more pizzazz. If you like things that shimmer and shine, this might be the deck for you. But I reckon it don’t matter how pretty the cards are, if they ain’t got no substance. It’s like puttin’ lipstick on a pig, it’s still a pig. But hey, if it makes you feel good to have somethin’ sparkly in your hands, who am I to judge? They say it gives a new twist to the old Rider-Waite, makes it more exciting, I guess. It’s all about personal taste, ain’t it? Some folks like plain bread, some folks like cake. This one’s definitely cake.
So, there you have it. Five tarot decks, all different, all with their own pros and cons. Are they the best? I couldn’t tell ya. But they’re popular, that’s for sure. And I reckon that means somethin’. Maybe the best deck is the one that speaks to you, the one that feels right in your hands. Like findin’ the right pair of shoes, gotta try ’em on before you know if they fit. So go on, do your research, and find the deck that’s right for you. And don’t go blamin’ me if it don’t work out! I’m just tellin’ ya what I heard, like an old hen clucking in the barnyard.
