Behold the grand finale of the Mantecore Series, and trust us, it’s not just another deck of cards. This beauty was 162% funded on Kickstarter, limited to a mere 2500 copies, and comes printed on USPC crushed stock. Oh, and did we mention the letter-pressed and foiled tuck? Designed by the community for the community (you lot really know how to put your thinking caps on).
After nine years in the making, this deck is the grandchild of its predecessors, both of which have been champions for wild tiger conservation. A slice of the cash made from Mantecore and Mantecore Blanc went straight to helping those striped wonders—because who doesn’t love a good tiger story? (Spoiler: it’s not just for the kids).
As the third and final chapter of the Mantecore saga, we had to go out with a bang (and not the kind that involves fireworks). We rallied the community to share their wildest ideas and designs for the ultimate tiger-themed deck to celebrate the lunar year of the tiger. Ben and Edo took those ideas, sprinkled in some of their own magic, and voilà—this stunning deck was born. We teamed up with Art of Play to make sure it looked as good as it feels.
Tucks
Printed by Clove St. Press, the crème de la crème of tuck cases.
Soft matte finish paper (no one likes a rough touch, right?).
Wraparound design that gives off serious Chinese Spring Festival vibes.
Embossed (because why not add a bit of texture?).
Deep Blue Foil that shines like your best magic trick.
Cards
Printed on sustainably sourced FSC certified paper with vegetable-based inks—because we care (and you should too).
Trademark Bicycle-crushed stock (the stuff of legends).
Rider-back inspired, so your audience feels right at home when you pull off your tricks or deal a cheeky hand of poker.
Striking Orange Tiger colour dominates the back design—because subtlety is overrated.
Complementary blue metallic Pantone to give the tiger's eyes and dots a real pop (like a kick to the face, but in a good way).
Custom pips, indices, courts, and two jokers that are so unique they’ll have your audience scratching their heads.
2 gaff cards included—one for showing off on social media and the other to leave your audience in utter disbelief.
