Napo
Argentinean mythology and culture tarot following Waite-Smith tradition with regional titles.
by Betty Lopez, Napo · US Games Systems Deck Type: Tarot Deck Cards: 78 Rating: stars out of five Where to
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The "Napo Tarot" was quite a surprise for me. I bought it because it was on sale, and looked interesting - and found it to be sensational! Inspired by Argentinean myth, culture, and history, this deck closely follows the Waite-Smith tradition in card presentation. The Major Arcana titles have been retained, with the following exceptions: the Magician becomes the Magus, the High Priestess becomes the Priestess, the Hierophant becomes the Pope, Strength becomes Fortitude, and the Wheel of Fortune becomes the Wheel. The suits are Wands, Cups, Swords, and Disks (Pentacles). The court cards are Page, Knight, Queen and King. I liked Betty Lopez's comment in her introduction, where she notes that the aboriginal mythology of Argentina skirts around mystery, destiny, and hope. What a great way to describe life! This shows strongly in the artwork, which is done in pastel coloring, using a very primitive format, into which is worked incredible esoteric symbolism. Every time you look at a card, you see something new and intriguing! Lopez also notes the social importance of playing cards in Argentina. They were used to play card games, as well as in a divinatory capacity. In this deck, the Magu
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