Deck Review - Star Trek Playing Cards by Theory 11

This video from Magic Orthodoxy is a review of the Star Trek playing cards produced by Theory 11. David, the creator, expresses a deep personal connection to Star Trek, reminiscing about growing up watching the original series in syndication with his father and even dressing up as a Next Generation character for Halloween. He acknowledges the cultural shift from Star Trek to Star Wars, but maintains his appreciation for the pioneering science fiction series. David highlights the exceptional quality of Theory 11 cards, particularly their tuck cases, which he considers to be among the best in the industry. The deck itself features a striking back design – a two-way image of the Enterprise with a white poker border and intricate geometric symmetry. The front features an advertisement card resembling the iconic Star Trek communicator, cleverly designed to appear as a complete device when held correctly. The deck also includes jokers depicting Spock and McCoy materializing in the Transporter, and an Ace of Spades featuring the “Star Trek” logo and Theory 11 branding. The video includes a caliper test, revealing the deck's thickness (10 cards measuring 2.91mm), placing it close to a casino stock. David praises the cards’ “snappiness” and “crispiness” right out of the box, suggesting they are well-suited for cardistry and general handling. David delves into the history of Star Trek, mentioning its creation by Gene Roddenberry, a former Air Force pilot and science fiction enthusiast. He notes the show's initial cancellation by NBC, followed by its surprising surge in popularity through syndication. He also briefly touches upon the subsequent Star Trek television series and films, demonstrating the franchise's enduring legacy. David uses the video as an opportunity to promote his other channels, directing viewers to his “Magic Channel Card Tricks” for free magic tutorials geared towards beginners, and encouraging them to check out his Star Wars channel for prop building and other related content. He also mentions his T-Shirt store. Overall, David clearly loved the Star Trek playing cards, not just for their aesthetic appeal but also for the nostalgia they evoke. He recommends the deck to fans of Star Trek and anyone who appreciates high-quality playing cards.