{"product_id":"altruism-playing-cards","title":"Altruism Playing Cards","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAltruism Playing Cards – Hydro74 | Order of the Owl | Standard \u0026amp; Snow Owl Edition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into a world of mystery, symbolism, and hidden knowledge with \u003cstrong\u003eAltruism Playing Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed by acclaimed artist \u003cstrong\u003eHydro74\u003c\/strong\u003e, this stunning deck blends intricate illustration, premium production, and immersive storytelling into a collectible unlike any other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Altruism lies the legend of the \u003cstrong\u003eOrder of the Owl\u003c\/strong\u003e, a secret society said to have protected magicians during the Salem Witch Trials. Inspired by this fictional mythology, every card is infused with symbolic artwork, hidden details, and visual references that reward closer inspection. The result is a deck that feels less like a pack of playing cards and more like a relic from a forgotten chapter of magical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two distinct editions — the \u003cstrong\u003eStandard Edition (Black Owl)\u003c\/strong\u003e and the rarer \u003cstrong\u003eSnow Owl Edition (White Owl)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Altruism offers collectors two interpretations of the same extraordinary design, each with its own unique production run and visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/limited-edition-playing-cards\"\u003eLimited Edition Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e collection or explore our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-playing-cards-in-india\"\u003eBest Playing Cards in India (2026)\u003c\/a\u003e guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Editions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard Edition – Black Owl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures a \u003cstrong\u003eblack and gold tuck case\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eblack card backs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bold, dramatic, and mysterious — this edition perfectly complements the deck's secret-society theme. Limited to \u003cstrong\u003e5,000 decks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSnow Owl Edition – White Owl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rarer and more refined variation featuring a \u003cstrong\u003ewhite and silver-gold tuck case\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003ewhite card backs\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lighter palette showcases the intricate Hydro74 artwork with exceptional clarity. Limited to only \u003cstrong\u003e2,500 decks\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it the more collectible of the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtwork by Hydro74\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired by the legendary Order of the Owl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Edition: Black \u0026amp; Gold tuck case, black card backs, 5,000 deck run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Owl Edition: White \u0026amp; Silver-Gold tuck case, white card backs, 2,500 deck run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium casino-quality stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional finish for smooth handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic ink tuck box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully custom artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoker size playing cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Card Collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCard Enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Deck Collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoker Players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifts for Magicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday Carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStandard Edition (Black Owl)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSnow Owl Edition (White Owl)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeck Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltruism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltruism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydro74\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydro74\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTheme\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrder of the Owl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrder of the Owl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuck Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite \u0026amp; Silver-Gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCard Backs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrint Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,000 Decks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,500 Decks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCard Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoker Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoker Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium Performance Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium Performance Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollecting, Magic, Card Play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollecting, Magic, Card Play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Hydro74\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydro74 is one of the most recognizable names in modern graphic design and playing card art. Known for his detailed typography, gothic influences, and symbolic illustration style, his work has appeared across premium playing cards, entertainment projects, apparel, and global brands. Altruism showcases many of the artistic elements that have made his work highly sought after by collectors around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story Behind the Deck\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltruism is built around the fictional mythology of the \u003cstrong\u003eOrder of the Owl\u003c\/strong\u003e, a secret organization believed to have protected magicians from persecution during the Salem Witch Trials. Throughout the deck, owls, hidden symbols, and coded imagery reinforce this narrative, creating a rich visual experience that extends beyond traditional playing card design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Altruism Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many custom decks that rely solely on decorative artwork, Altruism combines premium production with a compelling narrative. Every design element serves the larger story. The Snow Owl Edition's smaller print run of just 2,500 decks makes it particularly sought after by serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gold-arcane-playing-cards-by-ellusionist-limited-edition-luxury-deck\"\u003eGold Arcane Playing Cards by Ellusionist\u003c\/a\u003e – A legendary luxury deck with premium gold finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/monarch-playing-cards-now-you-see-me-2-limited-edition\"\u003eMonarch Playing Cards – Now You See Me 2 Edition\u003c\/a\u003e – A cinematic collector's favourite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flavors-playing-cards-watermelons-limited-edition\"\u003eFlavors Playing Cards – Watermelons\u003c\/a\u003e – Bold, vibrant, and limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/limited-edition-playing-cards\"\u003eLimited Edition Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e or read: \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-playing-cards-for-cardistry\"\u003eBest Playing Cards for Cardistry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtwork by Hydro74\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Edition: 5,000 deck limited run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Owl Edition: Only 2,500 decks — the rarer of the two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures the Order of the Owl mythology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom tuck case with metallic accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular among magic and playing card collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Magic Encarta?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Authentic Playing Cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips Across India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure Collector-Friendly Packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted by Magicians and Card Enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully Curated Premium Deck Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre both editions included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Choose either the Standard Edition (Black Owl) or Snow Owl Edition (White Owl) from the variant selector above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich edition is rarer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Snow Owl Edition is rarer, with only 2,500 decks produced compared to 5,000 for the Standard Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this deck suitable for magic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Altruism handles beautifully for card magic, sleight of hand, and general card use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho designed the deck?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deck was designed by renowned artist Hydro74.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the two editions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standard Edition features a black and gold tuck case with black card backs (5,000 run). 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