2016 Black Friday/Holiday Specials and New Releases

[flashcards]

Latest update on her CALAVERAS DE AZÚCAR Playing Cards project:

So I backed the project for $1 and added $8 for one deck. That is well below the $13 base price for one deck. I don't believe that there is anything stopping those who have already pledged from doing the same and it doesn't look like there is any limit to the add-ons. That would make a brick $97 instead of $120. I hope this is what she intended. I could be wrong (and usually am) but it looks like she could lose a lot of money on this deal.

Of course there is.

(Please, NOTE you must keep your original pledge the same in order to use this deal, decreasing your original pledge wouldn't count!!!)

Not sure if you missed this or she added it, but it means you have to pledge for a deck before you can add one on for $8. I doubt she will allow you to just pledge $9 for a deck. That isn't even covering shipping.

I checked pretty closely to see if there was a catch, but I could have missed it. However, I think she probably added it later. In any case, I'm glad she did. I like saving money like everybody else but not at the expense of a reputable creator like Natalia. I'm glad that got cleared up. It was nice of her to offer the discount and I don't want to take advantage so I'm off to delete my $9 pledge. Thanks to Cbkimble and jerichoholic for clearing that up.

[jerichoholic]

Art of Play has released Blue Wheels and the Jungle Deck. They have teased a third deck on IG but not for today I guess. Meanwhile D&D released diddly squat but you can spend $150 to get 1 of about 2500 private reserves free, lol. I'm sure there will be other better opportunities to get that deck.

One more to add to the list, Card Shark has released their new black Phoenix Shimpei Signature deck. Also not sure if I mentioned yet but Bomb Magic has released their new Cosmos decks, only 36 in each color available, if any are left. Seems you have to be signed up to get that early bird though as it isn't on the site, fortunately I am!

[flashcards]

[*]Ellusionist (http://www.ellusionist.com/) -- The site is now live with their holiday lottery. Every dollar you spend adds to your chance to enter a lottery where the potential prize is a million dollars. Also, each deck of cards you order may or may not have had some money stuffed in it. As they've done in past years, spending at certain tiers will accrue additional freebies. No discounts or new decks have been announced, although E did recently launch the Aurelians and the Knights.


Since no one else has, I'll ask. How exactly do they plan to stuff money in each deck and still retain the cellophane? Or are you buying unwrapped decks? Am I missing something here (as usual)?

[Azid]

playingcards.net started Black Friday now:

[rousselle]

Thanks, everybody, for posting their news of new decks and special deals on this thread. They came in far too fast for me to update yesterday, especially given that I had family events, etc. It wouldn't surprise me if we have a sudden flurry of surprise Cyber Monday deals heading our way, as well.

I've updated the list as best I can to reflect some deals that are no longer in effect, but I'm sure there are some that I missed. Please feel free to update on this thread to share the news. Thanks!

[jerichoholic]

I emailed E and they said they will be cutting the cello which is a dumb thing to do. Also the Legacy decks will be coming in a couple of weeks.

[rousselle]

Conjuring Arts Research Center has just announced a huge sale on a large variety of their playing cards and publications, with discounts ranging from 25% to almost 50%. A brick of red, blue, or black Superiors is available at a great deal ($45 per brick) and there are others, as well.

I've updated the first post, but am including the link here, too: http://shop.conjuringarts.org/store/pc/ ... y-c205.htm

[hikeeba]

eBay: $15 off $75 until 6pm PT using PayPal:

How to redeem your Coupon:
Shop for eligible items. (See below for exclusions.)
Pay for your item with PayPal by 6PM Pacific Time on November 27, 2016
Enter the Coupon code in the redemption code field: CYBERFLASH16
Questions? Visit our step-by-step guide.

[rousselle]

eBay: $15 off $75 until 6pm PT using PayPal:

How to redeem your Coupon:
Shop for eligible items. (See below for exclusions.)
Pay for your item with PayPal by 6PM Pacific Time on November 27, 2016
Enter the Coupon code in the redemption code field: CYBERFLASH16
Questions? Visit our step-by-step guide.

Is this for a specific eBay store? It must be, right? If so... which one?

Thanks!

[shermjack]

eBay: $15 off $75 until 6pm PT using PayPal:

How to redeem your Coupon:
Shop for eligible items. (See below for exclusions.)
Pay for your item with PayPal by 6PM Pacific Time on November 27, 2016
Enter the Coupon code in the redemption code field: CYBERFLASH16
Questions? Visit our step-by-step guide.

Is this for a specific eBay store? It must be, right? If so... which one?

Thanks!

I think that it is eBay wide...notice the exceptions...

Terms & Conditions
The Coupon is for a $15 discount off a minimum purchase of $75, valid until 6PM PT on November 27, 2016. Discount applies to the purchase price (excluding shipping, handling, and taxes) of eligible items on eBay.com. Eligible items exclude items in the Coins & Paper Money, Gift Cards & Coupons, and Real Estate categories. Coupon can be used once per PayPal account within a single transaction (or cart), while supplies last. Only eBay members paying with a PayPal account, registered with an address located in the United States or Canada, can receive the discount.

Coupon is subject to U.S. laws, void where prohibited, not redeemable for cash, has no face value, and cannot be combined with any other Coupon or used when paying with an eBay Gift Card. eBay may cancel, amend, or revoke the Coupon at any time. Use of automated devices or programs for Coupon redemption prohibited.

[hikeeba]

I believe eBay will prorate the coupon, as well.

[sarone13]

Hey everyone-

I also have a discount running today for Cyber Monday: 15% off your order in my shop at http://www.cocktailhourcards.com

Use discount code: HOLIDAYCHEER15

Don't forget, my Kickstarter backers still have their special discount available, found at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sf ... ts/1733799

Cheers!
Sarah

[cere23]

Home run games doing 25-50 % cybermonday

[jsantafe]

Home run games doing 25-50 % cybermonday

Looks cool, but can't seem to find it in the website. Can you share a screenshot or coupon code? Thanks!

[cere23]

Home run games doing 25-50 % cybermonday

Looks cool, but can't seem to find it in the website. Can you share a screenshot or coupon code? Thanks!

http://www.homerungames.com/store/cyber-week.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I didn't realize
apparently only this link works , the regular site has at regular price

[jerichoholic]

itslingo.com is having a sale as well, but not much in the way of savings. 5% off with the code xmasvip but their decks are $19.95 each. On a side note they now have 10 different language decks for anyone interested. Good for the travelers out there no doubt.

[vasta41]

Not sure what thread to put this in but it seems like a good deal so I put it in two. Anyway, the S&M box set is only $50 TODAY ONLY with code: LUXURY. After shipping that's only $10.50 per deck.

[Trungbreezy]

Not sure what thread to put this in but it seems like a good deal so I put it in two. Anyway, the S&M box set is only $50 TODAY ONLY with code: LUXURY. After shipping that's only $10.50 per deck.

Make sure they know where to get this deal artofplay

[vasta41]

Anyone that wants rare Madison decks, good luck:

The Madison Select Ballot is open.
When printing cards at USPCC, their minimum run was 2,500 decks.
We only produced 2,000 Madison Select Boxes.
Do the math!
That's 500 of <> up for grabs, and a f**k load of people who want them.
Simply add which decks you want to your cart and checkout. This does not guarantee you have them.
This is your only chance.

GREEN ROUNDERS (http://www.ellusionist.com/green-rounders.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)
BLACK REVOLVERS (http://www.ellusionist.com/black-revolvers.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)
BLUE DEALERS (http://www.ellusionist.com/blue-dealers.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)
RED HUSTLERS (http://www.ellusionist.com/red-hustlers.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;)

Your order will be held until the 28th of December, my birthday, and only those selected will get shipping confirmations.
That brave few will own the last of the supply.
Anyone who wasn't lucky enough to be chosen in the ballot will get a full refund for the decks they purchased.
This isn't first come first serve. This isn't a bid war.
I am Daniel Madison. I control luck.

[rousselle]

Okay, I share everybody's general disdain for the constant flood of recolors and the like from the Madison brand, but I have to admit, this marketing copy is really pretty audaciously funny. I like it *a lot*. It's funny on so many levels.

I wonder if they'll get orders for all 2,000 decks. Hmmmm.

Still, a tip of the hat where it's due; this raises the 'tude level. It reminds me of the old days when Ellusionist used to put together videos poking fun at David Blaine, et al.

[vasta41]

I like it *a lot*.

Tehee

[Justin O.]

Haha, that's genius.

[shaitani]

Am I the only one annoyed by this nonsense trickery?
Upon very careful re-reading of the description for the Madison Select box they released, I noticed they were careful to imply just that the box itself was limited to 2000 copies. Not the contents.

I mean, look at the description of the release for the 500 extra Madisons. It never actually even says they made 2500 decks, they could have technically printed 100,000 but only releasing 500 each now. So even in admitting the trickery, they're playing another trick. I'm pretty certain they have even more stockpiled somewhere ready for a "surprise restocking" next Christmas when the artificially inflated prices allow them to sell for double.

I'm new to the game, and this is enough to make me swear off of Ellusionist for all but brand new and individual decks. Aurelian being a good example. Other than that I'm done.

[hikeeba]

Don't worry - you'll probably be able to buy them individually later. e said only that there were 2000 BOX SETS, not decks.
(And if there's anything you can trust about e, it's that they're distrustful....)

So, they're fishing to see how many they could potentially sell. v2 around the corner.
Also, they're holding back the entire order until Dec 28 - so what if you hit one of their tiers? That could drop you out, then they ship your order and you're s.o.l.
(Note: if something like this happens and customer service doesn't do anything, contact BBB - helped me out twice.)
They really are a horrible business, but I have BC dls to spend and I'd like something worth getting to use them with (interested how they plan to 'buy out' the remaining BC members).

[rousselle]

In fact, E could very easily say, "Congratulations! Your ballot was successful!" to 1,000 customers per deck, if they so desire, and nobody would be the wiser. I'm surprised they even mentioned the number 500 outright rather than leaving the number implied.

Several years ago, I was on a cruise ship where they had an art auction. The auctioneer was very good and very clever. He talked up all the reasons why art might appreciate in value, but then he would caution, "But, of course, there's really only one reason you should bid on art. And that is, if it appeals to *you*."

When all is said and done, that is absolutely the bottom line. If you want to speculate on the value of a collectable item, you are gambling. The only way you really come out ahead is if you are buying something *you* want. I like most of E's decks well enough to spring on a few of each, in general, but I don't keep loading up because this one or another one might be more valuable some day. I feel a little burned that I spent as much as I did to collect the gold Artifice, given that they dropped the quantity restrictions and the price, but it really is a nice deck (to my tastes, anyway). Your mileage may vary.

I may or may not pick up an extra blue dealer or two this time around, I haven't decided. But, it won't be because it'll be my Last Chance Ever!

[vasta41]

White Makers, "only" $25 today ($30 incl. shipping): https://www.artofplay.com/products/make ... 5876449552" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[hikeeba]

e just raised the price of Gold and Black Artifices to $12. Part of their Black-heart Holiday Promotion, I guess.

So, can anybody buy Gold Artifices now? I just added one into a card to check out without signing in.

[Talisman]

From what I see if you place your cursor over it, it says for Black Club Members only.

[rousselle]

I just ordered some of the gold artifice decks. And, I'm not a black club member any longer (my membership lapsed a while ago).

[Bikefanatic]

I got my Blue Wheels deck. Very nice though I like the red one better.