Genesys is one of the instalments of Odyssey Playing Cards, the line of decks that magician Sergio Roca began publishing in 2016. It was released in three versions: white with gold, black with silver and this exclusive holographic edition, the most striking of the three.

• PublisherOdyssey Playing Cards
• DesignSergio Roca
• ProductionFeel The Universe Card Co. and TCC
• PrinterTCC Playing Cards Company
• Finishholographic, silver and gold cold foil on back and faces
• Print runlimited, with numbered seal
• Contents52 cards + 2 jokers, poker size

Design

The aesthetic is minimalist with a futuristic feel. The back is organised around a diagonal line, an element that recurs in the Odyssey decks as a signature. Both the back and the faces feature cold foil (metallic stamping applied without heat, which allows fine detail), here with holographic, silver and gold reflections. The tuck box is made of high-quality matte card, with silver, gold and holographic stamping both outside and in the interior printing.

Manufacturing

It was produced by Feel The Universe Card Co. and TCC, and printed by TCC Playing Cards Company. According to the producers, a specific paper and finish were developed to enhance the holographic effect without losing handling. It is presented as a very limited series: each deck carries a seal with its number and comes wrapped in clear security cellophane.