Pre-orders are Live • Surveys Coming Soon • Black Core Update
9 days ago
– Fri, Mar 27, 2026 at 01:46:20 PM
Hi my dear friends 🤍
I’m coming to you with a lot of updates.
For the past few days I’ve been fully inside BackerKit trying to set everything up properly… and I think I finally did it 😄 It was my first time working with it, so it took me a bit, but I really wanted everything to be correct and smooth for you.
First of all - pre-orders (late pledges) are now open on BackerKit.
If you missed the campaign, you can still get the deck via the link in the project.
Now about the surveys.
I originally planned to send them today, but BackerKit strongly recommends waiting until Kickstarter finishes processing payments (around 14 days after the campaign ends). I want to do everything properly, so we’ll follow that.
👉 You will receive your survey next week.
Inside the survey you’ll be able to:
• confirm your address
• and add extra decks if you wanted more
(I know many of you asked about this - don’t worry, everyone will have time to do it.)
Now… about black core.
I’ve decided that I really want to try to bring this upgrade to life. I’ve already ordered a sample deck with black core cardstock because I want to personally check the quality before moving forward.
To be completely transparent - we are currently missing a fairly significant amount to comfortably cover this upgrade. Part of it is due to failed payments, and this can already add up to several thousand dollars. So if you had any issues with your pledge, please check your email - Kickstarter will usually send you instructions on how to fix it.
Of course, I could turn this into another push, set a new goal, and actively encourage everyone to upgrade…
But I don’t want this to feel like pressure in any way.
You have already done so much by supporting this project, by believing in me and in what I create - and I truly appreciate that more than you can imagine.
If you feel like doing more, you will have the option to add extra decks or choose a reading inside the survey.
But please know - you’ve already given enough.
Everything beyond that is simply your choice 🤍
Just like it is my choice to move forward and try to make this deck better, even if it feels a little scary.
Because for me, this is also a step into something new.
I’ve never done a box like this before. I’ve never worked with black core at this scale. And since there are two designs involved, I need to place a larger minimum order to make it possible.
So yes… it’s a bit of a leap for me.
But it’s one I really want to take.
Now about international shipping.
I want to be honest here again.
My previous three projects were very difficult specifically because of international shipping. I undercharged, and I had to cover the difference from my own pocket - I lost thousands of dollars that way.
On top of that, I used cheaper shipping services:
• very slow delivery
• poor tracking
• lost packages
And again - I covered all of that myself. It was stressful, expensive, and honestly overwhelming.
This time I made a different decision.
International shipping is a bit higher, but:
• it will be handled by a reliable carrier
• every package will have proper tracking
• delivery will be faster and much safer
I truly hope for your understanding here.
At the same time, if you are currently going through financial difficulties and are located outside of the US, you can message me directly. I can try to arrange a cheaper shipping option, but please understand that in this case I won’t be able to take responsibility for delays or lost packages.
I’m also already thinking about improving this in the future - for example, having a warehouse in Europe (Germany or Latvia) to reduce costs. But for now, this is the safest and most reliable option I can offer.
And… I really hope I was able to make my international backers at least a little happier with the black core upgrade 😄
I know this situation is not really in my control, but I’m the kind of person who genuinely cares. My returning backers already know this - I always try to support everyone and make sure you feel taken care of.
That’s honestly my mission.
Thank you for being here with me 🤍
I’ll keep you updated very soon.
p.s. This is the first sample- and it’s truly breathtaking.
I cried when I opened it… the quality is on another level 🔥
✨ Project Completed - And This Is Just the Beginning
17 days ago
– Thu, Mar 19, 2026 at 12:15:47 PM
Dear backers,
We did it. The project is officially completed - and I truly cannot put into words how grateful I am to each and every one of you. You didn’t just support a deck… you helped bring this entire vision to life.
This means so much to me. Thank you for your trust, your energy, and for being part of this journey. 🤍
And honestly… this is only the beginning.
🖤 About the Stretch Goal (Black Core)
We came so close to unlocking the black core upgrade - just a little over $400 away.
And I want to be honest with you… I don’t feel ready to let this go.
It doesn’t feel right that such a small gap could stop us from bringing this upgrade to life.
So here’s my commitment to you:
✨ I will do everything I can to make this happen.
After the campaign, I’ll be opening late pledges through BackerKit, which gives us another real opportunity to reach this goal.
I will also speak with my supplier to explore if there’s any way to make this upgrade possible with a lower minimum requirement.
I’m not giving up on this. Not yet.
I truly believe we can still make it happen - and I will keep you updated every step of the way.
Thank you again for being here with me.
We’ve already created something incredible together… and I’m not done yet.
With love,
Dasha 🤍
⏳ Final 24 Hours - We Are So Close!
18 days ago
– Wed, Mar 18, 2026 at 11:22:24 AM
Dear backers,
I can’t believe I’m writing this… we are on the final stretch.
There are only 24 hours left until the campaign ends, and honestly - it still doesn’t feel real. This journey has been so intense, beautiful, and meaningful, and seeing all of you here supporting this project means more to me than I can put into words.
And the most incredible part…
We are getting so close to $25,000.
Which means we are right at the edge of unlocking our next stretch goal - black core cardstock.
This upgrade would bring the deck to a completely different level. The cards would be more durable, feel more premium in your hands, and have that deep, solid quality that you usually only see in high-end tarot decks.
And I’ll be honest with you… this is a huge step for me.
As a small creator, reaching this level of production feels almost unreal. It’s something I couldn’t do alone, and the fact that we are even this close already feels like a dream.
But we’re not there yet.
If we push just a little more - we can make it happen.
So if you’ve been thinking about:
• upgrading your pledge
• adding another deck
• or sharing the project with someone who might love it
This is the moment.
I would be incredibly, deeply happy if we unlock this together. It would mean stepping into a completely new level for this project - and for me as a creator.
Thank you for being here. Truly.
Let’s finish this strong 🤍
With love,
Dasha
🎉 $20,000 Reached - Storage Pouch Unlocked!
20 days ago
– Sun, Mar 15, 2026 at 06:35:55 PM
Dear backers,
We did it again! I’m so happy to share that we have officially reached the $20,000 stretch goal. This means that every backer with a physical reward will now receive a limited storage pouch for their deck.
This pouch was designed to keep your deck safe and protected while staying minimal and aligned with the aesthetic of the Forces of Spirit universe. I love the idea that every deck will now have its own little home.
Thank you for making this possible. Every time we unlock a new stretch goal it reminds me that this project is not just something I created - it’s something we are building together.
And now… we are entering the final moment of this journey.
There are only 3 days left until the campaign ends, and I still can’t believe how far we’ve come. Seeing your support, messages, and excitement around this deck has been incredibly meaningful for me.
✨ Next stretch goal: $25,000
If we manage to reach $25K, I will upgrade the entire deck to black core cardstock - a premium cardstock used in many professional tarot decks. It makes the cards more durable, prevents light from passing through, and improves the overall shuffling experience.
For a small creator like me, upgrades like this only become possible with larger print runs. Reaching this goal would allow me to produce the deck at a scale where this improvement becomes realistic.
So if you’ve been thinking about upgrading your pledge, adding another deck, or sharing the project with someone who might love it - this is the moment.
Let’s see how far we can go together in these final days.
I honestly cannot wait to start bringing everything to life - printing the decks, preparing the guidebooks, signing postcards, and packing the rewards that will soon travel to you.
Thank you for being here.
Thank you for believing in this project.
With gratitude,
Dasha
New Stretch Goal + Add-Ons Are Now Available
27 days ago
– Mon, Mar 09, 2026 at 03:00:28 PM
Hi my dear backers,
After several of you asked about upgrading the card quality, I contacted my printing suppliers to see if it would be possible to produce the deck with black core cardstock. The good news is - it is possible.
However, this upgrade significantly increases production costs. As a small independent creator, I have to be very careful with manufacturing decisions. Larger print upgrades usually require larger production runs to make sense financially.
If I had a big team, a large store, or a distribution network, it would be much easier to absorb these kinds of changes. But as a small creator, most of my sales happen through Kickstarter, and outside of the campaign my sales volume is quite modest. Printing a large upgraded run without the support of the campaign would simply be too risky.
That’s why I decided to set $25,000 as the stretch goal for upgrading the entire deck to black core cardstock.
If we reach that milestone, every deck will be produced with this upgraded card stock - stronger, more durable, and better suited for frequent shuffling.
At the same time, I want to reassure you that even without this upgrade the card quality will be excellent. This is a new manufacturing partner I’m working with, and they specialize in producing cards and printed materials for luxury brands. Their quality standards are extremely high, and they’ve assured me that the cardstock we’re already using is durable, professional, and designed for long-term use. So no matter what happens with the stretch goal, you will still receive a deck made with beautiful, high-quality materials.
Meanwhile, we are already getting very close to our $20,000 stretch goal, which means that every physical deck will receive a lightweight storage pouch to keep the cards safe.
I honestly can’t believe how far we’ve already come. Thank you for pushing this project forward with me.
And one more small update - I’ve finally enabled Add-Ons. Many of you asked if it was possible to add extra decks, and somehow I never used this feature before. Turns out it’s incredibly convenient.
You can now add extra decks directly to your pledge if you’d like copies for friends, gifts, or simply an extra working deck.
Thank you again for being here and supporting this project. Watching it grow with you has been truly amazing.
With love,
Dasha Takisho ❤️
