A 78-card deck based on the classic Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Our major arcana features our 22 local food designs. Our minor arcana is also inspired by local potlucks. Our wands are chopsticks. Our cups are red solo cups. Our swords are plastic knives. Our pentacles are round divided plates. Interpret this deck the way you would the Rider-Waite-Smith deck.
Major Arcana
O: The Lucky Mochi. Like the new year itself, a fresh beginning. Trust yourself.
I: The Laulau. The balance between different worlds. Use your skill and power to manifest what you want.
II: The Manapua. Wisdom, mystery, knowing. Something hidden is about to be disclosed.
III: The 'Ulu. Abindance, creativity, growth. The divine feminine.
IV: The Panipopo. Structure, discipline, wisdom. Masculine energy.
V: The Niu. Education, tradition, spiritual beliefs. Destiny will be fulfilled.
VI: The Lumpia. Partnership, duality, choices. Soulmate material.
VII: The Malasada. Drive, success, forward motion.
VIII: The Mandoo. Strength, courage. Face your shadow self.
IX: The Tonaj. Introspection, reflection, seeking the truth. Let your own truth light your way.
X: The Pastele. The only constant is change. Life is a cycle.
XI: The Sweet Potato Pie. Justice, karma, legal matters. We reap what we sow.
XII: The Shave Ice. Enlightenment, self-awareness, surrender. Sacrifice the old to make way for the new.
XIII: The Li Hing Lemon Peel Gummy Bear. Endings, loss. Free yourself. Leave your baggage behind and transform into the person you were meant to be.
XIV: The Boba. Balance, flexibility, harmony, resolution of conflict.
XV: The 'Opihi. Dependence on material things or desires. Self-doubt.
XVI: The Musubi. Sudden upheaval. Change. Old structures are falling away.
XVII: The Churro. Healing, guidance, hope, release. Everything will be okay.
XVIII: The Mango. Confusion, the unknown, secrets. Things are not always what they seem.
XIX: The Loco Moco. Happiness, joy, success, Time to start a new project or expand.
XX: The Andagi. Rebirth, total transformation, positive shift. Live your best life.
XXI: The Poi. Gratitude, reflection, fulfillment. The successful completion of a cycle.
Minor Arcana:
Wands:
Ace of Wands: Energy, passion, spark, pure creativity.
Two of Wands: Two equally good choices. Trust your gut.
Three of Wands: Successful result.
Four of Wands: A much needed break. Celebrate!
Five of Wands: Strong personalities in a group setting.
Six of Wands: Victory! Teamwork makes the dream work.
Seven of Wands: Sometimes success brings out the haters.
Eight of Wands: The plan is set in motion and will be hard to stop.
Nine of Wands: Be aware, be flexible. Don't close yourself off.
Ten of Wands: The burdens of ambition. Time to prioritize. You have a lot going on.
Page of Wands: Loose cannon energy.
Knight of Wands: Something intense but short term. A temporary change of scenery.
Queen of Wands: Push yourself into action.
King of Wands: Passion, daring. Success in entrepreneurship.
Cups:
Ace of Cups: Healing, love, grace. The energy of a strong emotional relationship like marriage or parenthood.
Two of Cups: Kindred spirits, balanced relationships/friendships.
Three of Cups: Happiness shared with loved ones.
Four of Cups: If you're bored with life, reach out and take an exciting new offer.
Five of Cups: No matter what you have lost, some gifts remain.
Six of Cups: Nostalgia. A time for kindness.
Seven of Cups: So many choices, but some are just glamorous distractions. Take a step back and get a rational view.
Eight of Cups: Don't just survive; thrive.
Nine of Cups: Wishes come true.
Ten of Cups: Your hard work has led to this moment. Celebrate!
Page of Cups: Sensitive emotional energy.
Knight of Cups: Idealism and romantic love.
Queen of Cups: Maternal support. Don't sacrifice yourself, though.
King of Cups: Compassion for the greater good.
Swords:
Ace of Swords: Cut away blockages, speak your truth, overcome obstacles.
Two of Swords: You have two choices, but deep down, you know what you have to do.
Three of Swords: The truth hurts.
Four of Swords: Take time away from a problem then approach it again with fresh eyes.
Five of Swords: Victory, but at a heavy loss. An unexpected bad omen.
Six of Swords: Help and be helped. Everyone needs help at some time in their lives.
Seven of Swords: Do the means justify the ends you seek?
Eight of Swords: You have put the blindfold on yourself. Remove it. Don't assume there is no way out of a tough situation.
Nine of Swords: You're overthinking. Things are not as bad as they seem.
Ten of Swords: You might not be able to win this one. It's okay to cut your losses and move on.
Page of Swords: The energy of being with others. Spilling the tea.
Knight of Swords: Troublemaker energy.
Queen of Swords: Elegant plans.
King of Swords: Reason, logic, what is right.
Pentacles:
Ace of Pentacles: Plant the seed and tend it well.
Two of Pentacles: Multitasking is not easy. Multiple streams of income.
Three of Pentacles: Synergy. Successful collaboration.
Four of Pentacles: Are you saving-- or hoarding?
Five of Pentacles: Financial problems, but help is out there.
Six of Pentacles: When you are in need, receive help with gratitude. On the flipside, when you are in a position to help others, be charitable but allow people to keep their dignity.
Seven of Pentacles: Brief break. Reflect on what is has taken to get this far.
Eight of Pentacles: Master a skill. Seek excellence. Start a new project.
Nine of Pentacles: You have it all, and you earned it!
Ten of Pentacles: Success, prosperity, luxury, and loved ones to share it with.
Page of Pentacles: The energy of materialism.
Knight of Pentacles: Cautious, reliable, good with finances.
Queen of Pentacles: Helpful, successful, great at managing resources.
King of Pentacles: Financial wizardry. Success with money.