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Mystical Cats Tarot
Anyone who has ever owned―or been owned by―a cat knows its wild and mystical nature. Open the door to a magical world of feline enchantment that offers eternal and ancient wisdom with the Mystical Cats Tarot . Discover amazing artwork of various domestic breeds that look and behave like normal cats, but face many challenges, relationships, and life lessons that reveal the answers to our most important questions. Organized by elemental suits―Earth, Sea, Fire, and Sky―and cat-based court cards, this deck presents the descendants of the Cat Goddess in all their furry glory.
216 pages, Cards
First published May 8, 2014
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May 9, 2014
Even though this is not what anyone would call a Rider-Waite-Smith clone, the situations and activities shown on each card do call to mind the comparable RWS card.
On the Nine of Sky (Swords), instead of someone in bed with nine swords hanging over her head, we have a sleeping cat tossing and turning, clearly distressed, as visions of a vicious dog, angry cat, sharp-taloned bird of prey, and firecracker do a frightening “dance” in its head. On the Four of Sea (Cups), an obviously bored or depressed cat totally ignores four capering lobsters in the background. On the Three of Fire (Wands), a cat gazes upward in a manner similar to that of the man on the RWS Three of Wands, who gazes out at the sea.
I like the way Lunaea Weatherstone sets the stage for each card interpretation by bringing us into the situation depicted on the card – in other words, the cat situation – before moving on to explain how the card might reflect our situation and advise us on approaches we might take. Reversed meanings are right on target, offering useful and realistic suggestions.
The sketches and comments at the back of the book are truly a welcome addition, giving us insight into the thought processes of the artist and the rest of the team working on the deck.
Mickie Mueller’s art automatically goes in the “plus” column for me, and I love the way she captures the expressiveness of a cat’s face, eyes, and body language. I like that she incorporates many different breeds and colors of cats.
On the Nine of Sky (Swords), instead of someone in bed with nine swords hanging over her head, we have a sleeping cat tossing and turning, clearly distressed, as visions of a vicious dog, angry cat, sharp-taloned bird of prey, and firecracker do a frightening “dance” in its head. On the Four of Sea (Cups), an obviously bored or depressed cat totally ignores four capering lobsters in the background. On the Three of Fire (Wands), a cat gazes upward in a manner similar to that of the man on the RWS Three of Wands, who gazes out at the sea.
I like the way Lunaea Weatherstone sets the stage for each card interpretation by bringing us into the situation depicted on the card – in other words, the cat situation – before moving on to explain how the card might reflect our situation and advise us on approaches we might take. Reversed meanings are right on target, offering useful and realistic suggestions.
The sketches and comments at the back of the book are truly a welcome addition, giving us insight into the thought processes of the artist and the rest of the team working on the deck.
Mickie Mueller’s art automatically goes in the “plus” column for me, and I love the way she captures the expressiveness of a cat’s face, eyes, and body language. I like that she incorporates many different breeds and colors of cats.
June 24, 2022
If you like cats and tarot cards this will be your book of the year. I will 5 star if a bird version comes out
September 24, 2022
I didn't read every word of this. but what a great concept. top tier cat illustrations
January 9, 2022
Otro tarot precioso e imprescindible para los amantes de los gatos, y para los amantes de los tarots diferentes, y que transmitan (u principal función). Su edición es admirable, robusta, bien acabada y con un libro guía a tamaño novela; todo un detalle y una rareza en este tipo de obras.
Respecto a su guía, es notable. Dividida entre los arcanos mayores y los palos principales, y al igual que “Cat tarot”, se decanta el autor por el consejo (tanto en la carta del derecho como en la invertida), más que por el simbolismo, si bien, resaltar que hay un prefacio en cada una con un esbozo de ésta (como en el mencionado). La lectura o visión de los arcanos mayores guarda un significado más “Marsellés”, mientras que las de los palos es más personal. Particularmente, no estoy de acuerdo con algunas de sus visiones, pero no por ello son menos válidas (recordad que vengo del tarot clásico). Lo más extraño de sus análisis, es que los reservos dan prácticamente el mismo mensaje, y casi más positivo a veces. La guía se complementa con el apartado de tiradas, que lo conforman tres, y no son las básicas, sino que se decantan más por la tirada completa filosófico existencial, y, por último, con las bases de algunas de las ilustraciones que contiene.
Y qué decir de su baraja. Es igual de excelente que la de “Cat Tarot”, por su belleza en cada uno de los dibujos que dan significado a las cartas. Si en el mencionado era por curiosos, surrealista e hiper felinos, aquí lo son por su esbozo clásico a lápiz y colores. Mencionar que, aunque no sea una baraja para principiantes tampoco, es bastante más intuitiva que la Cat, y enseguida puedes conectar con las emociones que te transmite cada una de las cartas; especialmente en el plano positivo o negativo.
Una delicia de tarot y bastante especial, que no singular. Otro must para tener en tu haber
Respecto a su guía, es notable. Dividida entre los arcanos mayores y los palos principales, y al igual que “Cat tarot”, se decanta el autor por el consejo (tanto en la carta del derecho como en la invertida), más que por el simbolismo, si bien, resaltar que hay un prefacio en cada una con un esbozo de ésta (como en el mencionado). La lectura o visión de los arcanos mayores guarda un significado más “Marsellés”, mientras que las de los palos es más personal. Particularmente, no estoy de acuerdo con algunas de sus visiones, pero no por ello son menos válidas (recordad que vengo del tarot clásico). Lo más extraño de sus análisis, es que los reservos dan prácticamente el mismo mensaje, y casi más positivo a veces. La guía se complementa con el apartado de tiradas, que lo conforman tres, y no son las básicas, sino que se decantan más por la tirada completa filosófico existencial, y, por último, con las bases de algunas de las ilustraciones que contiene.
Y qué decir de su baraja. Es igual de excelente que la de “Cat Tarot”, por su belleza en cada uno de los dibujos que dan significado a las cartas. Si en el mencionado era por curiosos, surrealista e hiper felinos, aquí lo son por su esbozo clásico a lápiz y colores. Mencionar que, aunque no sea una baraja para principiantes tampoco, es bastante más intuitiva que la Cat, y enseguida puedes conectar con las emociones que te transmite cada una de las cartas; especialmente en el plano positivo o negativo.
Una delicia de tarot y bastante especial, que no singular. Otro must para tener en tu haber
July 10, 2020
https://youtu.be/SpOzihz4gKk Here is a deck review of the cards. Just click on the link above.
July 2, 2025
Un mazzo che, almeno in teoria, si rifà ai celebri RWS, ma con qualche divergenza di troppo rispetto alle immagini cui siamo abituati e il libro di accompagnamento (a opera di Lunaea Weatherstone, ideatrice del mazzo) non è di grande aiuto; anche le stese, fumose e misticheggianti, sono di poco aiuto.
L’arte di Mickie Mueller è deliziosa, ma proprio per le divergenze di cui sopra alla fine risulta un mazzo per praticanti avanzati, non per principianti, e presenta comunque qualche difficoltà all’atto della lettura.
L’arte di Mickie Mueller è deliziosa, ma proprio per le divergenze di cui sopra alla fine risulta un mazzo per praticanti avanzati, non per principianti, e presenta comunque qualche difficoltà all’atto della lettura.
November 3, 2024
There are several cat-themed tarot decks available. Something about cats and all things magical seem to go together. The artwork for Mystical Cats Tarot is beautiful. The cats here are definitely cats, not humanoid cat-beings. But all is not warm & fuzzy in this deck; some of the cards are real heartbreakers. Of course, you can still find a useful message in even the most tragic cards.
September 13, 2021
Quick impressions: You do not have to be a cat lover to enjoy and use it. If you are a cat lover and do Tarot, you really should consider adding this deck to your collection. This deck and book truly pay tribute to Bast's descendants.
(Full review on my blog)
(Full review on my blog)
March 6, 2022
High quality cards, easy to shuffle. The readings are fun and whimsical. Only reason I gave it a 4 rather than a 5 is the art. Felt more appealing in a children’s book than in tarot. But it did fit the whimsy of the author’s writing.
July 15, 2021
This is my favorite tarot deck
October 4, 2021
This Tarot guidebook (companion to the Mystical Cats Tarot deck) is very nicely done. It contains all the basic information a beginner to Tarot might need: info about the system, how to use the cards, card meanings, and some nice spreads!
I don't consider myself a beginner but I still got a few extra interpretation ideas for some of the cards. And I have to admit that I really enjoyed the author's writing style. I was pleased to see that there was a black-and-white image of every card as well, so I didn't need to have the cards nearby while reading the book.
Initially, I bought this deck because I collect decks and I like cats and that was on special offer. I expected it to be just a novelty deck, but I was very wrong! It is a perfectly workable deck that follows closely the RWS system - with the exemption of some changes in the name of the suits and some cards. (Not significant enough to cause real confusion though).
I don't consider myself a beginner but I still got a few extra interpretation ideas for some of the cards. And I have to admit that I really enjoyed the author's writing style. I was pleased to see that there was a black-and-white image of every card as well, so I didn't need to have the cards nearby while reading the book.
Initially, I bought this deck because I collect decks and I like cats and that was on special offer. I expected it to be just a novelty deck, but I was very wrong! It is a perfectly workable deck that follows closely the RWS system - with the exemption of some changes in the name of the suits and some cards. (Not significant enough to cause real confusion though).
January 16, 2017
The artwork is lovely and whimsical and I adore that the artist actually used herbs incorporated into the original watercolors. As cat lover I love the connection I feel to the deck, and as a novice tarot reader I find the descriptions to be gentle, helpful, and concise without being vague or too brief and perfect for everyday readings. The deck itself is a perfect size for travel and easy to shuffle (with 76 cards this is a challenge). The slight changes made to the standard tarot iconography is cute and I love that the elements are used to indicated the "houses". I highly recommend it to cat lovers and beginners looking for a gentle, cute, starter deck
August 7, 2015
Companion to a tarot deck. Nice artwork, a little silly in its conception, but nevertheless useful. Those cats give good advice. I haven't read it front to back but have used it extensively in conjunction with the tarot deck. Much nicer than the little pamphlets that come with a lot of decks. Full descriptions, meanings, and reversals. Includes layouts.
May 9, 2016
This book was great. Artworks on tarot cards, definition of each card, they were all clear and I could understand everything. This book helped me so much in learning tarot cards, and I still sometimes take this book out and read.
March 16, 2016
Definitely a book that I will continue to read, especially when using the cards to go with it. ❤
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