Everyone’s obsessed with Light Seer’s Tarot and I’m sitting here like… why though? Okay, the watercolor art is pretty and it photographs great for Instagram. The whole “light and shadow” thing is cool. But is it really that different from the hundred other modern indie decks out there?
I own it, use it sometimes, but I’m not getting the life-changing magic everyone talks about. Feels like maybe we’re just swept up in good marketing and pretty pictures? Someone tell me what I’m missing with Light Seer’s Tarot because right now it just seems like another overhyped deck.
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For anyone unfamiliar with the deck… It’s pretty popular. It came up a couple of times in the Your 10 Most Popular Tarot Decks thread.
The cardstock quality isn’t really up there, but neither is the price point. Whether it’s over-hyped… is really a personal choice. It’s not my favorite, not my first choice, but I don’t think I’d say it’s over-hyped because I don’t think it’s… hyped to begin with.
It’s a nice deck.
What I appreciate about the Light Seer’s deck is how it skips the usual modern clichs.
It’s refreshing not to see the Emperor as a typical businessman or the wands and swords cards filled with mundane office scenes. The characters seem alive, with a touch of magic around them. Rachel Pollack talks about this in ‘Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom’, it’s important to keep the mystical feel in modern tarot.
This deck nails the balance between relatable characters and an enchanted world, which is what makes it different from those picture-perfect decks.
Light Seer’s runs about $35-40, which feels fair.
You get decent quality and you’re not spending your whole paycheck on it. Quick tip, there’s a $20 mini version if you’re unsure. I’d grab that first to see if you actually connect with it.
I see your point about the manufactured hype. They raised 300k+ on Kickstarter so there was already tons of buzz before the deck even shipped.
When I first got into tarot a decade ago, I was all about debunking it with a logical mindset.
But now I see why newer readers are drawn to decks like the Light Seers. They cut through the complex stuff and speak more directly. At first, all those ancient symbols seemed like nonsense to me, but with time, I realized they add a layer of meaning that seasoned readers appreciate.
It’s funny, but now I kind of get why some people find Light Seers too basic. I used to think all that symbolism was just for show, but now it feels like comparing a translated poem to the original-something gets lost. Both styles have their charm, depending on where you are in your tarot process.
Light Seers is awesome for beginners but heads up… it does lighten up some of the heavier cards quite a bit. If you pull something like the Tower or Devil, grab another deck or guidebook to compare.
You’ll get way more out of those cards when you see how different decks interpret them.
This deck is sunshine and rainbows incarnate.
Even the Death card looks cheerful, which is. something. Look, it’s not for everyone. The shadow work feels watered down and the whole vibe is maybe too positive for tarot. But here’s the thing - it gets people started. I’ve seen so many newbies pick this up because traditional decks freaked them out.
Personally? Give me a proper apocalyptic Tower card any day. I prefer a dark tarot deck over Hello Kitty by far. I think it adds so much to the reading.
But I can respect that this deck is basically tarot training wheels. Almost everyone I know who started here eventually graduated to the harder stuff anyway. Some of us just skip straight to mainlining Thoth decks with our morning coffee.
I literally just pulled the Light Seer’s Fool while I was checking out this thread!
And get this-last week, I had a dream about watercolor paintings turning into tarot cards, and the very next day, my friend surprised me with this exact deck. It’s like the universe is sending me loud messages through it lately. Every time I start to question its power, I draw the exact card that perfectly matches what’s happening in my life right then.
It seems all artsy and chill, but it actually delivers some real, no-nonsense messages. My first reading with it had me in tears because it was so direct and honest about my problems. I totally underestimated it, thinking it was just another pretty deck for social media.
I love the card stock. It’s just right-not too thick, not too thin-so it shuffles easily without bending during long readings.
After keeping track for six months, my readings with the Light Seers deck were 15% less accurate for career and money topics but 20% better for relationships compared to my Rider-Waite, probably because the deck feels more intuitive and emotional.
The companion book is fine, but honestly? The apps blow it out of the water.
I switched to using apps for my Light Seers deck last year and haven’t looked back. Real-time interpretations, saving your spreads, guided prompts, it’s all there.
Plu,s you can actually search for specific cards instead of flipping through pages. Nothing wrong with using the book if that’s your thing. Just saying the apps have made my readings way more insightful and organized.
Love the diversity in this deck - lots of different skin tones represented, which is awesome.
The bright colors really pull you in, too. The whole aesthetic is very earthy and spiritual. Super bohemian with all the nature elements, which is having a moment right now. The weird part is how approachable all the imagery is. You can pretty much figure out what the cards mean just by looking at them - nothing too cryptic or confusing.
Makes it really beginner-friendly. Plus, there are so many guides and resources available for this deck online. I’d totally give this as a gift because it has that universal appeal. Not too edgy, not too traditional, just right in the middle. It handles the heavier themes well, too, without making the whole deck feel dark. Really nice balance overall that most readers would vibe with.
This deck really does radiate positive vibes with its bright colors and modern look.
The artwork feels fresh compared to traditional decks; you get diverse characters and scenes that actually reflect today’s world. What I really like is how they handled the symbolism. It’s not overwhelming or super esoteric, but there’s still plenty there for interpretation. Makes it perfect whether you’re just starting out or reading for clients. Price-wise, it’s reasonable for what you get. Good quality without breaking the bank.
Plus it’s pretty easy to find, most shops stock it and it’s all over online.
When it comes to shadow work or unpacking deep trauma, the Light Seer’s deck might not be your best bet.
It works great for everyday guidance, tackling creative blocks, and exploring relationship dynamics when you just need a little direction instead of hard-hitting truths. I’ve had good luck using it for career readings, too. The modern imagery makes sense well with today’s work scenes and saves you from figuring out ancient symbols.
