{"product_id":"the-complete-tarot-kit-rider-waite-thoth-decks-with-guidebook","title":"The Complete Tarot Kit — Rider-Waite \u0026amp; Thoth Pocket Decks with Guidebook","description":"Short description:\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eComplete Tarot Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e by U.S. Games Systems bundles both pocket-sized decks — the 1909 Rider-Waite-Smith and the 1943 Crowley Thoth — with Susan Levitt’s 246-page Introduction to Tarot, a full-color spread sheet, and a double-sided quick reference chart covering both systems. Perfect for tarot students who want to compare the two most influential traditions side by side from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\nDescription: \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quick-specs\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e U.S. Games Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuidebook author:\u003c\/strong\u003e Susan Levitt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 pocket decks (Rider-Waite and Crowley Thoth, 78 cards each), 246-page full-color guidebook, quick reference chart, spread sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.25\" x 3.5\" (pocket size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tarot beginners, students comparing both major systems, intermediate readers expanding their practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-two-systems-one-kit\"\u003eTwo Systems, One Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two most influential tarot systems in the world are the Rider-Waite-Smith, created in 1909 with Pamela Colman Smith's iconic illustrated pip cards, and the Crowley Thoth, completed in 1943 with Lady Frieda Harris's projective geometry artwork. Most tarot students begin with one and never seriously study the other, missing a foundational comparison that sharpens understanding of both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Complete Tarot Kit bundles both pocket-sized decks with Susan Levitt's 246-page Introduction to Tarot, a full-color illustrated guidebook written specifically to teach both systems in parallel. The kit also includes a double-sided stand-up quick reference chart with card meanings for both decks and a full-color spread sheet with the Woven Spread, giving you everything needed to begin reading without sourcing additional materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-than-a-starter-set\"\u003eMore Than a Starter Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLevitt's guidebook covers tarot structure and symbolism, basic and advanced spreads, numerology, court card systems, and the notable differences between Rider-Waite and Thoth interpretations. The pocket-format cards are smaller than standard decks, which makes them easy to carry and handle, while remaining fully readable. The kit is housed in a durable 8.5 x 9 inch box built for long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-use-the-complete-tarot-kit\"\u003eHow to Use The Complete Tarot Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:yoast\/how-to-block {\"steps\":[{\"id\":\"step-1\",\"name\":\"Start with the Rider-Waite Deck and Guidebook\",\"text\":\"Open Levitt's guidebook to the Rider-Waite section and work through the Major Arcana cards one at a time. The illustrated pip cards make intuitive reading accessible from your first session, even without memorizing any card meanings in advance.\"},{\"id\":\"step-2\",\"name\":\"Use the Quick Reference Chart for Daily Practice\",\"text\":\"Stand the double-sided reference chart on your reading surface and use it to check keyword meanings while you learn. Drilling five cards per day with the chart alongside the deck builds a working vocabulary within a few weeks of practice.\"},{\"id\":\"step-3\",\"name\":\"Compare the Two Decks Side by Side\",\"text\":\"Once comfortable with Rider-Waite, pull cards from both decks and place them side by side. Note where imagery aligns, where it differs, and what Thoth's abstract geometry adds to the more narrative scenes. This comparison builds deep understanding.\"}],\"defaultDurationText\":\"Time needed:\"} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-description\"\u003eBuild a solid tarot foundation with both decks using these three steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"schema-how-to-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"step-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\"\u003eStart with the Rider-Waite Deck and Guidebook\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\"\u003eOpen Levitt's guidebook to the Rider-Waite section and work through the Major Arcana cards one at a time. The illustrated pip cards make intuitive reading accessible from your first session, even without memorizing any card meanings in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"step-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\"\u003eUse the Quick Reference Chart for Daily Practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\"\u003eStand the double-sided reference chart on your reading surface and use it to check keyword meanings while you learn. Drilling five cards per day with the chart alongside the deck builds a working vocabulary within a few weeks of practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"step-3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\"\u003eCompare the Two Decks Side by Side\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\"\u003eOnce comfortable with Rider-Waite, pull cards from both decks and place them side by side. Note where imagery aligns, where it differs, and what Thoth's abstract geometry adds to the more narrative scenes. This comparison builds deep understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:yoast\/how-to-block --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-tarot-fellow-standard\"\u003eThe Tarot Fellow Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI stock this kit because it's genuinely the most efficient way to get a solid grounding in both major tarot traditions at once. Buying the two decks and a guidebook separately would cost considerably more and leave you without the reference chart and spread sheet. For the money, it's one of the most complete starting points I carry. Browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tarotfellow.com\/collections\/tarot-decks-divination\/all-tarot-oracle-decks-and-sets\/\"\u003emy full tarot collection\u003c\/a\u003e when you're ready to add more decks to your practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:paragraph --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:heading --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- wp:yoast\/faq-block {\"questions\":[{\"id\":\"faq-1\",\"question\":\"Are the decks in The Complete Tarot Kit full-size or mini cards?\",\"answer\":\"The cards are pocket-sized at 2.25 by 3.5 inches, smaller than standard 78-card decks. They're larger than miniature decks and comfortable to shuffle and read, but compact enough to carry for on-the-go readings or use in smaller spaces.\"},{\"id\":\"faq-2\",\"question\":\"Is the guidebook useful if I already own one of the decks?\",\"answer\":\"Yes. Levitt's 246-page guidebook covers both systems, including comparisons, numerology, court card interpretation, and spread techniques beyond basic card meanings. It adds real value even if you already own a Rider-Waite or Thoth deck.\"},{\"id\":\"faq-3\",\"question\":\"How different are the Rider-Waite and Crowley Thoth systems?\",\"answer\":\"They share the 78-card structure and Major Arcana sequence but differ in imagery, symbolism, court card naming, and interpretive emphasis. Rider-Waite uses narrative illustration while Thoth uses projective geometry, making comparison instructive.\"},{\"id\":\"faq-4\",\"question\":\"What is the Woven Spread included in the kit?\",\"answer\":\"The Woven Spread is a multi-card layout on the full-color spread sheet included in the kit. It covers multiple life areas and how they interconnect, and the sheet includes setup instructions and position meanings for each card placement.\"}]} --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eAre the decks in The Complete Tarot Kit full-size or mini cards?\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eThe cards are pocket-sized at 2.25 by 3.5 inches, smaller than standard 78-card decks. They're larger than miniature decks and comfortable to shuffle and read, but compact enough to carry for on-the-go readings or use in smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eIs the guidebook useful if I already own one of the decks?\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eYes. Levitt's 246-page guidebook covers both systems, including comparisons, numerology, court card interpretation, and spread techniques beyond basic card meanings. It adds real value even if you already own a Rider-Waite or Thoth deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eHow different are the Rider-Waite and Crowley Thoth systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eThey share the 78-card structure and Major Arcana sequence but differ in imagery, symbolism, court card naming, and interpretive emphasis. Rider-Waite uses narrative illustration while Thoth uses projective geometry, making comparison instructive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-4\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"schema-faq-question\"\u003eWhat is the Woven Spread included in the kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e \n\u003cp class=\"schema-faq-answer\"\u003eThe Woven Spread is a multi-card layout on the full-color spread sheet included in the kit. It covers multiple life areas and how they interconnect, and the sheet includes setup instructions and position meanings for each card placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/wp:yoast\/faq-block --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Tarot Fellow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48246791504122,"sku":"DCOMTAR","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/7030\/0410\/files\/DCOMTAR_Z_1_4063c73a-b906-4140-9a8f-f51043d57318.jpg?v=1780363097","url":"https:\/\/www.witchsey.com\/products\/the-complete-tarot-kit-rider-waite-thoth-decks-with-guidebook","provider":"Witchsey Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}