{"product_id":"red-saturn-playing-cards","title":"Red Saturn Playing Cards","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRed Saturn Playing Cards – Franky Morales | USPCC Crushed Stock | Kickstarter 2015\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Modern Classic from the Golden Age of Kickstarter Playing Cards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome decks define an era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRed Saturn Playing Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of those rare releases that capture a pivotal moment in the history of modern playing cards. Originally launched on Kickstarter in 2015 by cardist and designer \u003cstrong\u003eFranky Morales\u003c\/strong\u003e, Red Saturn emerged during what many collectors now consider the golden age of independent playing card publishing — a period when passionate creators began reshaping the industry through community-funded projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Saturn was released as the successor to the popular Blue Saturn deck, featuring a refined visual identity, improved production quality, and upgraded handling. The deck retained the iconic Saturn emblem while introducing redesigned artwork, new Jokers, a custom Ace of Spades, and a richer colour palette inspired by autumn tones and retro-futuristic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted by the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States Playing Card Company (USPCC)\u003c\/strong\u003e on \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Crushed Bicycle Stock\u003c\/strong\u003e, Red Saturn delivers a soft, broken-in feel straight out of the box. The embossed finish provides exceptional fan consistency, smooth spreads, and reliable performance for flourishing, sleight of hand, and everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, more than a decade after its original release, Red Saturn has become increasingly difficult to find in factory-sealed condition. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardistry-playing-cards\"\u003eCardistry Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rare-playing-cards\"\u003eRare Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e collections for more exceptional decks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Red Saturn Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mid-2010s marked a turning point in the custom playing card industry. Platforms like Kickstarter enabled independent creators to produce decks that rivalled major publishers in both design and quality. Red Saturn emerged from this movement and became one of the most respected cardistry-focused releases of its era. For collectors of Kickstarter decks, cardistry history, and independent playing card design, Red Saturn remains an important and increasingly difficult-to-find release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Franky Morales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuccessfully funded on Kickstarter (2015)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted by USPCC on Premium Crushed Bicycle Stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbossed finish for exceptional fan consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimalist geometric Saturn design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Ace of Spades \u0026amp; custom Jokers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoker size playing cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for cardistry and magic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern collectible – no longer in production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardistry \u0026amp; Flourishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional Magicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Card Collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKickstarter Deck Collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday Carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleight of Hand Practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Playing Card Collections\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\u003eDetails\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\u003eRed Saturn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFranky Morales\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrinter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States Playing Card Company (USPCC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrushed Bicycle Stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmbossed Finish\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\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCardistry, Magic, Collecting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Franky Morales\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFranky Morales is a respected cardist, designer, and content creator known for producing practical, performance-focused playing cards. Unlike many collectors’ decks that prioritise artwork over usability, the Saturn series was built from the ground up by someone who actively used playing cards every day. This performer-first approach helped establish Saturn as one of the most respected independent cardistry brands of its time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Philosophy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Saturn series embraces the idea that simplicity creates stronger visual impact. Instead of intricate illustrations or complex artwork, Red Saturn uses clean geometric forms, balanced symmetry, and bold colour contrast to enhance movement. The iconic Saturn symbol creates beautiful rotational displays during fans, spins, cuts, and aerials while maintaining a professional appearance suitable for both performance and collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe period between 2013 and 2016 is often viewed as one of the most important chapters in the custom playing card industry’s history. During these years, creators such as Dan \u0026amp; Dave, Dealersgrip, Virtuoso, Fontaine, Orbit, and independent designers like Franky Morales helped transform playing cards from simple gaming tools into collectible design objects. Red Saturn stands as a product of that era — an independent release that combined professional handling, thoughtful design, and community support long before today’s custom playing card market reached its current scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love rare cardistry decks, explore these at Magic Encarta:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/orbit-v4-playing-cards-by-orbit-brown\"\u003eOrbit V4 Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e – Another beloved independent cardistry release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/plikhe-v2-playing-cards\"\u003ePLIKHE V2 Playing Cards by ITS Design Studio\u003c\/a\u003e – Geometric cardistry deck from South Korea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/xq-forty-nine-cardistry-playing-cards-by-magic-encarta\"\u003eXQ Forty-Nine Cardistry Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e – Magic Encarta’s own cardistry deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cardistry-playing-cards\"\u003eCardistry Playing Cards\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rare-playing-cards\"\u003eRare 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\u003eOriginal Kickstarter release from 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore than a decade old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Franky Morales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted by USPCC on Crushed Bicycle Stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidely respected within the cardistry community\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresents the early Kickstarter playing card movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasingly difficult to find sealed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsidered a modern cardistry classic\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-Grade Packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted by Magicians \u0026amp; Cardists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurated Selection of Rare \u0026amp; Premium Decks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho designed Red Saturn Playing Cards?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Saturn was designed by cardist and creator Franky Morales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat stock is used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deck is printed by USPCC on Premium Crushed Bicycle Stock with an embossed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Red Saturn good for cardistry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The deck was specifically designed to provide excellent fans, spreads, packet cuts, and flourishing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this deck suitable for magic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The clean design and premium handling make it an excellent choice for professional magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this deck still in production?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Red Saturn was released in 2015 and is no longer actively produced, making surviving sealed examples increasingly desirable among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art of Play","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48406041395394,"sku":null,"price":4499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6299\/1298\/files\/RedSaturnPlayingCards-Cardistry.avif?v=1783862385","url":"https:\/\/magicencarta.com\/products\/red-saturn-playing-cards","provider":"MagicEncarta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}