Jack the Ripper & Sherlock Holmes Playing Cards | Skewer Edition

Inspired by the shadowy underbelly of 19th-century London, each card is meticulously designed to reflect the eerie atmosphere of the era. From gas-lit alleys to cryptic symbols hidden within the artwork. Can you bring the killer to light before the next crime occurs?

Detective’s Tuck Box

A mysterious, unfolding experience sealed with a wax emblem. To access the cards, you must carefully unfold the tuck box, revealing an intricate design that captures the essence of a detective’s thrilling pursuit. 

Card Back

The card back design mimics the eerie door of the Shadow Vanishing Tuck Box, with intricate details that reflect its vintage aesthetic. The design evokes a sense of mystery and suspense, perfectly complementing the dark, haunting themes of the deck. The vintage touches add to the overall atmosphere, making each card feel like a part of a timeless enigma waiting to be solved.

Court Cards

The motley crew of suspects are depicted the suspects are depicted with normal, unassuming faces, seamlessly blending into the shadows of London's criminal underworld.

Join the Hunt*

A ruthless killer roams the streets, and four gruesome murders have already shaken the city. Sherlock Holmes needs your help, before the next victim falls. Scattered throughout the deck are hidden clues, cryptic messages, and pieces of evidence. Your mission: analyze the hints, follow the trail, and identify the infamous outlaw before time runs out.

To play the game, you’ll need the clue set and both of Checkmate and Castling Editions OR Stalemate and Skewer editions (one of each color). Do you have what it takes to solve the greatest mystery of Victorian London? The chase is on.

The Game is Afoot, Solve the Puzzle and Win a Prize:

Access the Clue Set: Visit the link below to download the complete digital version of the Clue Set. We’ve also included the letter from Jack the Ripper (featured in the tuck box of the Skewer and Stalemate Editions) in a digital format. Study every detail carefully to uncover the clues that will lead you to the suspect.

Download the Digital Clue Set

Solve the Puzzle: Use your Jack the Ripper & Sherlock Holmes Playing Cards (you’ll need both decks—one black and one white) to complete the puzzle.

Identify the Suspect: Combine the clues from the Clue Set with the puzzle to pinpoint Jack the Ripper’s identity.

Submit Your Answer: Enter your answer via the Google Form below.
Submit Your Findings Here

Tip: Submit the answer as the card representing the suspect (e.g., “Jack of Diamonds”). You only get one chance, so choose wisely!

Await the Results: We’ll handle responses to submissions every Friday, starting June 27, 2025. For the sleuths out there, if you have solved the murders, you’ll receive a unique code to claim your treasure reward and be recognized as the __th player to crack the case! *While supplies last*

Follow @antifarocards as we announce the reward for the treasure game very shortly.

The game is afoot—good luck, detectives!

Room One Collection System

With every deck you acquire from the Room One Collection System, you will receive an extra collector's card. In this deck, you will receive an extra King of Spades, the thirteenth card in this season.

Collect all 13 collector's cards in a season and receive an ultra-exclusive deck of collector's playing cards as a gift; all you'll have to do is pay for shipping.

SO PLEASE!!!
Keep this collector's card safe for the grand reveal of the deck at the end of this season.

Features: 
- Embossed Hot-Foil Detective’s Tuck Box 
- Wax Seal Sticker
- 55 Fully Customized Playing Cards
- Murder Mystery Hidden Within the Cards (When used with other deck)
- The 13th Deck of the Room One Collection System