his Might Hurt Tarot – A Modern Tarot of Truth, Honesty & Real-Life Experience

A Tarot That Tells You What You Need to Hear… Not Just What You Want

Not every message is comfortable… but every message matters.

The This Might Hurt Tarot by Isabella Rotman is a striking modern tarot deck that stays true to the Rider-Waite-Smith system while reimagining it through a lens of real life, real people, and real emotion.

Originally self-published through Kickstarter before becoming a widely loved release, this deck reflects a world that is diverse, inclusive, and unapologetically human—featuring people of all identities, bodies, and experiences.

Each card carries familiar symbolism—but with a modern twist. Leather jackets replace armour, motorcycles replace chariots, and everyday life becomes the stage for timeless archetypes.

This is tarot that speaks plainly… and sometimes, yes—it might hurt.

🖤 Why You’ll Love This Deck

A modern Rider-Waite-Smith based tarot system
Created by illustrator Isabella Rotman
Celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and real-life representation
Originally a Kickstarter success turned cult favourite
Familiar structure with fresh, contemporary imagery
A powerful balance of honesty, relatability, and hope

🔮 A Tarot of Truth, Growth & Self-Reflection

This deck doesn’t sugar-coat… it supports you through the truth.

The This Might Hurt Tarot supports you in:

✨ Facing difficult truths with clarity and compassion
🖤 Working through emotional growth and self-reflection
🌙 Understanding your experiences through honest insight
🌿 Turning discomfort into healing and awareness

Because sometimes the most important messages are the ones that challenge us.

🌈 A Deck That Reflects the Real World

This is where this deck truly shines.

Rather than idealised figures, the cards feature:

• Real bodies
• Real identities
• Real relationships

Created as a “portrait of a complicated, rich, and diverse world,” the deck allows more people to see themselves reflected in tarot.

It’s not just inclusive—it’s recognisable.

📦 Product Details

Title: This Might Hurt Tarot
Creator: Isabella Rotman
Publisher: Liminal 11
ISBN: 9781912634699
Publication Date: 2023 (standard edition)
Structure: 78 cards (Rider-Waite-Smith based)
Includes: Tarot deck & guidebook
Special Feature: May include bonus card (“This Might Hurt / This Might Heal”)
Language: English

🌙 Perfect For

Readers wanting a modern, relatable tarot deck
Beginners looking for a clear Rider-Waite system
Those drawn to inclusive and diverse representation
Shadow work and honest self-reflection
Indie tarot lovers and collectors