ROYAL SANCTUARY ELEMENTAL CHRONICLES playing cards. The three-dimensional magic of the sacred relics

After the success of Royal Sanctuary, a deck that revolutionized the world of collecting with its fusion of delicate illustrations, luxury finishes, and 3D printing, a new campaign has arrived, promising to raise the bar even higher. While the first installment immersed us in a universe of exquisite details, this continuation expands its vision with an even more ambitious proposal, blending art, innovation, and flawless craftsmanship: ROYAL SANCTUARY ELEMENTAL CHRONICLES.

This project is made possible thanks to the collaboration of three key pillars in the world of collectible playing cards. Mike Encarnaçao (Shapeshifters), with his artistic talent, has created illustrations full of symbolism and depth, maintaining his unmistakable visual style. Max Playing Cards, with its experience in the industry, has brought its vision to shape an immersive campaign that captures the essence of the project. Meanwhile, Noir Arts (NPCC) is responsible for production, ensuring the top-tier quality that characterizes its most exclusive editions.

Hidden deep within a world where magic and nature intertwine, the Royal Sanctuary rises, a place sculpted by the gods. This sacred refuge is part of the landscape, as if it had always been there. Inside, five legendary relics are safeguarded, each one holding one of the primordial elements: Fire, Water, Earth, Air, and Ether. However, its greatest secret is the sixth element, Spirit, an intangible force that connects the material with the divine, balancing the energy of existence. Its true essence is a mystery reserved only for those whose devotion and vision transcend the limits of humanity.

Inspired by this ancient tale, Royal Sanctuary: The Elemental Chronicles transforms the story into a collection of extraordinary playing cards. Each one pays tribute to one of the primordial elements with meticulous design and the highest quality materials. The boxes feature 3D elements in relief, finished with metallic foil prints and color-shifting effects, accurately representing the essence and energy of each elemental force.

Infernal (Fire) – The Dance of Flames

A force of creation and destruction, Infernal captures the untamed nature of fire. Its box, made of matte red cardboard with a soft-touch finish, shines with black, gold, and red foils, reflecting the movement of flames as light shifts. Its 3D elements are dynamic, transitioning from red to orange and purple, glowing fiery red under UV light. The card backs, decorated with red metallic foil, mimic the ever-changing glow of fire, while the faces radiate a scarlet intensity that evokes the fierce essence of flames.

Abyssium (Water) – The Mystery of the Ocean

Deep and unpredictable, Abyssium represents the vastness and power of the seas. Its box, made of dark blue pearlescent cardboard, shines with metallic prints in black, gold, and deep blue, evoking the reflections of moving water. The 3D elements flow between blue, purple, and black, revealing a burgundy hue under UV light. Inside, the card backs feature deep blue metallic printing, while the faces explore a range of dark blues, conveying the serene yet relentless energy of the ocean.

Terranova (Earth) – The Strength of Nature

Connected to the earth itself, Terranova symbolizes stability and the rebirth of nature. Its box, made of matte green cardboard with a soft-touch finish, gleams with metallic prints in black, gold, and green, reflecting light as if passing through a forest canopy. Its 3D elements shift between green, orange, and blue, glowing in a clay tone under UV light. The card backs, printed with green metallic foil, capture the vibrant energy of nature, while the faces evoke the depth and solidity of fertile soil.

Zephyran (Air) – The Freedom of the Wind

Ethereal and weightless, Zephyran embodies the purity and dynamism of air. Its box, made of light blue pearlescent cardboard, shines with metallic prints in black, gold, and light blue, reflecting light like moving clouds. The 3D elements seem to float, transitioning from light blue to pink and emitting a soft green glow under UV light. The card backs, with light blue metallic printing, capture the vastness and perpetual motion of the sky, while the faces are designed in delicate blue tones, conveying the feeling of freedom and lightness.

Aetheris (Ether) – The Mystery of the Cosmos

Majestic and enigmatic, Aetheris represents the essence of the universe. Its box, made of pearlescent silver cardboard, shines with metallic prints in silver, dark silver, and holographic, reflecting light like a starry sky. The 3D elements seem to dematerialize, shifting from white to blue and purple tones, glowing with an ethereal shine in the dark under UV light. The card backs, printed with holographic silver foil, create a cosmic effect that changes with the light, while the faces are dressed in whites and silvers, evoking the celestial and intangible.

Obsidian (Spirit) – The Secret of the Sanctuary

Hidden in the heart of the Royal Sanctuary, Obsidian is the manifestation of Spirit, the force that unites all elements. Its box, made of matte black cardboard with a soft-touch finish, is decorated with metallic prints in black, silver, and dark silver, reflecting light like shadows in motion. The 3D elements shift from white to deep purple under sunlight and UV light, glowing with a purple-blue hue in the dark. The cards, printed on black cardboard with silver metallic ink, hide invisible details that can only be revealed under UV light, offering a mystical and unique experience.

Arcanae Sanctum: The Chest of the Elements

To house these extraordinary decks, a case worthy of their legend has been created: Arcanae Sanctum – The Collector’s Vault. This modular chest, inspired by the architecture of the Royal Sanctuary, features five compartments symbolizing the harmony of the known elements and a sixth hidden space for the Obsidian deck. With engraved details and exquisite finishes, its design not only protects the decks but invites collectors to explore and uncover its secrets.

Each of these decks has been created with the highest quality standards, including:

3D elements embedded in the boxes
Special materials that change color depending on the angle and UV light
Three types of metallic foil prints on each box (no conventional printing)
Matte and pearlescent cardboard of the highest Italian quality
Embossed printing and metallic details on all cards
Cards printed on premium German linen cardstock
Card backs with metallic and holographic prints
Protective boxes with lenticular optical illusions
Handcrafted by expert artisans

Only 50 complete sets of decks will be produced, ensuring that each piece is a true collector’s item.

By acquiring The Royal Sanctuary: The Elemental Chronicles, you will not only be obtaining a set of exceptional playing cards, but also becoming the guardian of a legend, protector of the elements, and possessor of a unique artifact. Do you want to be one of the few to uncover the secrets of the Royal Sanctuary? Visit the project page and make your pledge.

Good luck!