The Unicorn Whisper Tarot – The Story Behind The Deck
The Unicorn Whisper Tarot is where Nijiya’s journey as a tarot creator began—a luminous deck born from a long-held dream and brought to life during a time of global stillness. Inspired by her early love of fantasy and her deep respect for the Rider–Waite–Smith tradition, this deck blends gentle symbolism with spiritual insight. In this post, we explore the origins of the Unicorn Whisper Tarot, the meaning behind its name, and the special additions that make it a unique companion for intuitive readers and seekers of light.
What inspired the unicorn theme, and what does unicorn symbolism mean to you?
"The theme was devised based on an original story I created when I was a teenager—a time when I was fond of fantasy—though it's not deeply projected into this deck."
"I focused on the unicorn's inner gentleness and positive energy, interpreting it as a symbol of intuition, divine insight, wisdom, and spiritual awakening (revelation), due to its horn extending from the position of the third eye on the forehead. Although a unicorn isn't depicted on every card, I chose this name for the overall energy of the deck."
How do the two special cards expand or shift the traditional tarot journey?
"The "Chakra System" card brings the structure of personal spiritual growth and energy into your journey. While the traditional Major Arcana journey (from The Fool to The World) traces external events and internal transformation, the "Chakra System" clarifies how that transformation corresponds with the body's energy centers. When this card is drawn, attention is drawn to a specific chakra, allowing the reader to gain a deeper understanding of a problem's cause or solution from the perspective of spiritual and emotional energy stagnation or imbalance. The "Chakra System" expresses the state of "integration and achievement" shown in The World card on a more detailed energy level. It suggests that achievement is not only external success but also a state where all chakras—from 0 (Earth Energy) to 8 (Connection to the Cosmos)—are fully harmonized and activated, providing a new goal: ultimate spiritual harmony."
"The "Unicorn Whisper" card directly injects the unicorn's hope and positive power into a reading, providing a powerful push to break through stagnant situations. When negative cards appear, readers often hesitate to act or feel despair. The "Unicorn Whisper" conveys the clear and unwavering message to "Go toward the light" even in such darkness. This adds a dynamic element to the Tarot journey, encouraging readers to trust their intuition and bravely move forward, rather than waiting for an outcome."
What kind of reader do you imagine being most drawn to this deck?
"I believe it will be readers who enjoy the traditional Rider-Waite-Smith (RWS) Tarot and its variations."
