Tarot sets

A Tarot set is a deck of cards bundled with a guidebook in one box. The book explains card meanings and spread technique for that specific deck, not for Tarot in general.

The same product gets searched for as a Tarot set, as Tarot with a book, and as a Tarot gift set. One format - a deck plus a printed guide included.

Why a book matters for a specific deck

Many decks in this category are artist decks: the illustrator reimagines the cards' symbolism around a theme of their own, and the Major and Minor Arcana can look nothing like the classic Rider-Waite. Without an explanation, an artist's reinterpretation of a card reads harder than a traditional one.

The book in the set explains that specific system of imagery - what symbols the artist built into a card, how they map onto the classic meaning, and which spreads suit the deck's theme.

That's why a set with a book matters most for unusual, heavily themed decks, where general Tarot theory doesn't always hand you a direct key to a specific image.

What's usually inside a set

Most editions share a similar structure: a 78-card deck, a book explaining each card individually, and usually a few ready-made spread layouts for different questions.

In some editions, the book also tells the story behind the deck - why the artist chose this particular theme and how it ties back to the classic Tarot tradition.

The book's length and depth vary by edition. Compact beginner sets carry a short reference guide; collector editions come with a full book running hundreds of pages.

What deck themes the sets come in

Theme sets the aesthetic and symbolism of a specific edition. The catalog covers a few directions.

A set's price depends mostly on the edition's quality and the book's length, not the theme itself - collector editions with a hardcover run noticeably more than simple sets.

Choosing a set by level and purpose

For a first introduction to Tarot, a beginner's set fits: a short book without unnecessary complexity covers the basics.

For a collection or as a gift, people pick a themed artist edition: the book and design are valuable in their own right, regardless of whether the deck sees regular use for readings.

A set built on a classic system, like the Crowley Tarot, suits anyone who wants to study the original source.

A consultation can help pick the deck and book

The catalog carries dozens of themed sets - a consultant can help narrow the choice down to a few options for a specific level and taste before you order.

• Honest advice on the book's complexity for a given level of practice.
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• Help picking a theme that fits a specific person as a gift.

Tarot sets at Artifacts of the Vedun get bought for learning, for a collection, and as gifts. Price depends on the edition - from 1,300 hryvnias for a compact set to over two thousand for a hardcover collector edition. If you're unsure which theme or level of complexity fits, a consultant can advise in chat before you order.

Questions about Tarot sets

Can I learn Tarot from just the book in a set, with no other sources?

For a first introduction - yes, the book covers basic meanings and spread technique. For a deeper study of the tradition, it's worth turning to other sources over time, especially with a heavily artist-driven deck.

Does a themed artist deck actually work for real readings, or is it purely a collector's piece?

Most themed decks are fully functional. The book in the set is exactly what shows how to map classic meanings onto a specific edition's artist symbolism.

How is a set with a book different from a deck without one?

The card format is the same; the difference is only in what's included: a set adds a printed guide, while a deck without a book targets people who already know Tarot theory or have other sources.

Can I buy just the book from a set separately, without the deck?

No, sets are sold as a bundle. If only the deck without a book is needed, look for that specific edition separately in the Tarot cards catalog.

How are Tarot sets shipped abroad, and can I pay on delivery?

International shipping runs through Nova Poshta and Ukrposhta, with cash on delivery available for a 150-hryvnia prepayment toward shipping.