What to Expect When You Open the Box
The DEAL with the Devil - Golden Contract deck arrives in a Pure Black Premium 300gsm Matte Finish tuck case. The first thing you notice is the Holographic Gold hot foil stamp with precision embossing—it catches light from every angle. The inner tuck case continues the theme with sophisticated holographic gold hot foil artwork, so the reveal feels deliberate, not just a wrapper.
Card Backs and UV Ink Surprise
Flip the deck over and the card backs are printed in GOLD & RED COLD Foil. Under normal light they look striking; under UV light, the applied YELLOW UV Ink adds a hidden layer that glows. This is a deck that rewards a second look, especially if you collect decks with secret details.
Deck Facts at a Glance
- DEAL with the Devil - Golden Contract: Holographic Gold hot foil stamp with precision embossing on the Pure Black Premium 300gsm Matte Finish Tuck Case. The packaging itself is a showcase—worth keeping on display rather than tossing in a drawer.
DEAL with the Devil - Golden Contract - DEAL with the Devil - Golden Contract: Printed in GOLD & RED COLD Foil on the Back of the Cards, applied with YELLOW UV Ink. Two visual effects in one deck: metallic foil for everyday use and UV glow for low-light or party settings.
- DEAL with the Devil - Golden Contract: Limited to 1800 Decks Each with Custom Foiled Number Seal. With only 1800 copies, each individually numbered, this deck has genuine scarcity for collectors.
- DEAL with the Devil - Golden Contract: Cards Printed by Taiwan Playing Card Company with their Luxury Paper Stock. TPCC's Luxury stock is known for durability and a smooth feel, suitable for both card handling and display.
First Handling Impressions
The cards use Taiwan Playing Card Company's Luxury Paper Stock, which offers a balanced feel—stiff enough for fans and faro shuffles, yet not slippery. The cold foil on the backs adds a slight texture, but it doesn't interfere with handling. If you plan to use this deck for cardistry or magic, the foil holds up well; if you're keeping it sealed, the numbered seal and foil tuck make it a display piece on its own.
What the Limited Number Means for Collectors
Each deck comes with a Custom Foiled Number Seal, limited to 1800 decks. That number is small enough to create demand but large enough that you can still find one at the catalog price of USD 12.40 (compared to USD 20.00). The seal also confirms authenticity, which matters when reselling or trading later.
Who Should Pick Up This Deck
If you're drawn to dark, demonic artwork and want a deck that shows off foil and UV effects, the Golden Contract edition delivers. It also fits well next to other occult-themed decks like the 666 Playing Cards. For card handlers, the Luxury stock is reliable; for collectors, the limited run and numbered seal add long-term value. Just note that the maximum add-on per backer is 12 decks, so if you want multiple for gifting or trading, plan your order accordingly.
