The Superman deck from Theory 11 is a visually stunning tribute to the golden age of DC comics, featuring fully custom artwork and premium embossing. This deck is perfect for card magic, cardistry, or simply as a collector's item, showcasing characters like Superman, Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and villains such as Lex Luthor and Darkseid. Printed by the United States Playing Card Company, it promises the quality and feel magicians and collectors expect.
In this deck review, David from Magic Orthodoxy takes a close look at the Superman deck from Theory 11. He starts by sharing his passion for collecting playing cards and comic books, setting the stage for the review. The deck, inspired by the golden age of DC comics, features fully custom artwork, premium embossing, and a design that pays tribute to the vintage Action Comics series. David walks through the tuck case, the back design, and the individual cards, pointing out characters like Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and villains such as Lex Luthor and Darkseid. He also mentions the deck's connection to Superman's first appearance in Action Comics number one in 1938. The review includes a practical test of the deck's thickness and springiness, confirming its quality as a standard USPCC product. David concludes with a heartfelt thank you to Don Pepe, a viewer who gifted him the deck through his Amazon wish list, and invites others to participate in this gifting experiment for future reviews. Pros: Unique and nostalgic design, high-quality printing by USPCC, includes a variety of characters and themes from the Superman universe. Cons: The price point at $13 might be a bit high for casual collectors.
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