Oracle

The Oracle of

Coming in September

Listen to the whispers of forgotten witches from myth and legend, embark on a journey of self discovery, and weave your own folkloric tales with this stunning 60 card oracle deck.

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Based on the principles of spiritual alchemy, ten suits follow the process of turning base metals into gold, reflecting your personal growth as you move through the deck. Four unique spreads offer ways of receiving guidance, and through the Storyweaving Spread you can weave folk tales of your own.

Pre-orders are now open at most bookstores. What will the forgotten witches whisper to you?

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The Suits

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The oracle is divided into ten suits that embody the different qualities of witches, from the Curse-bringers and Shape-shifters to the Survivors and Fate-turners. Swipe to see the next suit:

II. Shape-shifters

The suit of change and transformation. Take off your masks and discover your true potential.

Meet Ceridwen, the kitsune, the nagual and the kikimora, then join the ritual dancers at Witches’ Peak.

III. Survivors

The suit of entrapment and emancipation. Find your own path and overcome the most daunting challenges.

Meet Angeline Tubbs, Lamia, Ana and the kratt, then look for the talisman of strength on a forgotten island.

IV. Avengers

The suit of actions and consequences. Consider how far you would go to get what you want.

Meet Louhi, Garabonciás, the tupilaq and the Deer Woman, then acquire some fennel or sorghum to fight injustice at the gallows.

V. Mesmerizers

The suit of truth and deception. See through every trick, even those you use to deceive yourself.

Meet Yuki-onna, Koschei, Kapo and the unicorn, then find an ancient grimoire and discover the secrets of fairy rings.

VI. Well-wishers

The suit of healing and empowerment. Sharpen your skills to bring out the best in yourself and others.

Meet Morgan le Fay, Sirona, Marie Laveau and the táltosló, find a motanka doll for protection, then meditate in the Sibyl’s Grotto.

VII. Alchemists

The suit of curiosity and discovery. Satisfy your thirst for knowledge and unravel the secrets of the universe.

Meet Sun Bu’er, Agathos Daimon and Maria Prophetissa, then visit the Alchemist’s Workshop and create the Philosophers’ Stone.

VIII. Revenants

The suit of transition between worlds. Meditate on the dualities of life: ascent and descent, dream and awakening.

Meet the Moon Spider, the Fisherwife and the strzygon, then follow the sound of drums through the hellmouth and descend into the underworld.

IX. Nature Witches

The suit of relationships and reliance. Find your place in the intricate web of nature and society.

Meet Kurangaituku, Vadleány, the Cailleach and the tonal, then set off to find the celestial river of hope.

X. Fate-turners

The suit of guidance and destiny. Take control of your life and make your wildest dreams come true.

Meet Hecate, Lilith, Hugin and Munin, then follow the thread of the spinning wheel to the tower of initiation.

I. Curse-bringers

The suit of shadows and confrontation. Enter the forest of your soul and face what lurks in the dark.

Meet Lamashtu, the tokoloshe, Alp and the Toad Witch, then venture deep into the woods and find Baba Yaga’s Hut.

“This oracle takes you straight to the world where powerful old magic lives, where real and imagined intertwine, and where you can meet great witches of many times and places.

Each of them looks into your soul from eerily beautiful illustrations, tells her tale – and asks tough questions which you need the most.”

Lida Pavlova

Author of The Library of Questions and Honey and Lavender Tarot

“With captivating prose and charming art, this deck brings the wisdom of yesterday into today’s world with the warmth of an old friend. A unique oracle that honours the power in folklore found in diverse cultures.”

Alan U. D. Dalul

Author of Pagan Portals – Venezuelan Folklore

“The enchanting illustrations really bring the mysterious and magical nature of this deck to life. You’ll hear the woeful whispers of the Lamia and feel the unfailing hope of the unicorn as you shuffle through. I can’t wait to try the Storyweaving spread with my friends!”

Chloe-Anne Banks

Historian and BBC’s Destination X contestant

The Spreads

You can use the cards for any type of reading, but if you would like to try something new, we have created a few custom spreads as well. You can find a detailed guide for each spread in the oracle’s booklet. Let’s look at the essence of the Storyweaving, Hecate, Pentagram, and Magnum Opus spreads.

Storyweaving Spread

Discover the ancient magic of storytelling and awaken your imagination with this unique spread. Craft your own folktales with the help of the cards, then interpret your story as you would a dream.

The aim of this spread is to see where the cards and your intuition will lead you, and to uncover the connections between your imagined story and your life. You can even try Storyweaving with your friends!

Hecate Spread

One of the interpretations of the triskele (triple spiral) symbol is moving forward and perpetual motion. This spread is for when we feel stuck in a situation and need quick, simple guidance. The triskele is connected with the triple goddess Hecate, who is also associated with the crossroads, a symbol of decision-making. Hecate is often shown holding a dagger, a torch and a key, which are used here to interpret each card.

✧ Dagger: an obstacle, something that holds you back, something you need to let go

✧ Torch: something you need to face, accept, push through or take into account

✧ Key: something you have to implement and start doing so it can help you move forward

The Oracle of Forgotten Witches - Hecate spread

Pentagram Spread

Often appearing in witchcraft, the pentagram is a symbol with five points representing the spirit plus the four elements of earth, water, air and fire. The aim of this spread is to examine the effect of a specific situation or action on the different aspects of our life.

✧ Spirit: the spiritual aspect

✧ Earth: material goods

✧ Water: health of body and psyche, emotions

✧ Air: intellectual, mental aspects, skills, knowledge

✧ Fire: passion, sexuality, life force

The Oracle of Forgotten Witches - Pentagram spread

Magnum Opus Spread

This spread will guide you through a ten-step process of transmutation, drawing on the wisdom of spiritual alchemy. The Magnum Opus or Great Work is a way to create the Philosophers’ Stone and, with it, turn base metals into gold. In this spread, we apply this process in a spiritual sense, to bring about positive change in ourselves. The cards are divided into the three phases of alchemy: blackening, whitening and reddening.

✧ Blackening urges you to confront your shadow

✧ Whitening helps you find healing and empowerment through creativity and knowledge

✧ Reddening will encourage you to reflect on your relationships and see where your journey may lead you in the future

The Oracle of Forgotten Witches - Magnum Opus spread

“A portal of a deck, a masterpiece, and a living story.”

Lida Pavlova

Author of The Library of Questions and Honey and Lavender Tarot

Pre-order the oracle

The Oracle of the Forgotten Witches will be published in early September. You can pre-order the deck now from most major bookstores.

Published by Watkins, an imprint of Red Wheel Weiser.

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Balázs Tátrai

Balázs Tátrai is a writer of unusual stories, rooted in folklore and branching out into the unexpected. His passion is the study of alchemy and 17th century iconography. Find out more at balazstatrai.com

Lilla Bölecz

Lilla Bölecz is a visual artist specializing in book illustration, graphic art, dollmaking and pattern design. Her work is inspired by mysticism, spiritual experiences, folklore and literature. Find out more at lillabolecz.com