A dedicated space where we go beneath the surface of our decks and games to explore the symbolism, psychology, storytelling, and design philosophies that shape them.
This section isn’t about updates.
It’s about understanding the deeper layers of creation.
🧠 Symbolism & Archetypes
Every card and character we create is rooted in intentional symbolism.
In Deep Dives, we break down:
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why certain symbols were chosen
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the emotional meaning behind a card
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how archetypes evolve across different decks
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the psychological themes we’re exploring
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mythological, cultural, or cosmic references
It’s an exploration of the invisible structure behind the visuals.
🎭 Narrative & World-Building Philosophy
Our creations aren’t just products — they’re living narrative systems.
Here, we uncover:
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how each deck’s world was conceptualized
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the narrative spine connecting major cards
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character motivations and symbolic roles
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story arcs hidden within the deck structure
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how lore informs the user experience
These insights help readers experience the worlds more deeply.
🎨 The Creative Reasoning Behind Design Decisions
Every artistic choice has a purpose:
color, shape, texture, composition, and even card order.
Deep Dives reveals the thinking behind:
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color theory & emotional impact
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why certain poses or expressions were selected
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how visual metaphors enhance meaning
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the design logic behind card families
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how aesthetics shape interpretation
This section elevates the art into a learning experience.
🔮 Psychological, Mythic & Spiritual Themes
Our work often explores:
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shadow psychology
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hero + antihero dynamics
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divine feminine & divine masculine concepts
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futurism and consciousness
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mythic archetypes
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symbolic duality
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the interplay between chaos and order
Deep Dives allows us to unpack these themes in rich detail.
✨ Why We Do Deep Dives
Because understanding expands connection.
When people know the why behind a deck, the relationship becomes deeper, more emotional, and more meaningful.
Deep Dives helps us:
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document the intelligence behind our work
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show the depth of our creative process
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educate and inspire our audience
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demonstrate credibility as a publishing studio
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spark curiosity and conversation
📚 Coming Soon
Expect new Deep Dives exploring:
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individual card breakdowns
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world-building essays
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creative philosophy insights
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deck-to-deck comparisons
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archetype spotlights
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symbolism origins
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storytelling frameworks behind each deck
If you love the layers beneath the art — this section is for you.
