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"Mastering Tarot Cards in Balatro: A Guide"

Mar 25,2025 Author: Isabella

It didn’t take long for *Balatro* to carve out a niche in the gaming community, captivating players with its addictive gameplay. One often underappreciated aspect is the strategic use of Tarot cards. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to harness their power in *Balatro*.

Getting Tarot Cards in Balatro

Balatro Arcana Packs in Shop

Screenshot by The Escapist

Before you can leverage Tarot cards, you must first acquire them. The primary method is purchasing Arcana Packs from the in-game Shop. Alternatively, you can buy individual Tarot cards directly from the Shop. Another way to gain Tarot cards is by discarding a card marked with a Purple Seal.

Using Tarot Cards

Tarot cards are consumable items, ready for use immediately upon acquisition. You can access them from the top right corner of your screen. Upon selecting a Tarot card, a set of cards eligible for its effect will appear. Choose the number of cards specified by the Tarot card, confirm your choice, and watch as the Tarot card's effects transform your selected cards.

All Tarot Cards

CardEffect
The FoolCreates the last Tarot or Planet card used during your current run.
The MagicianTwo cards are enhanced to Lucky Cards.
The High PriestessCreates up to two Planet cards if you have the space for them.
The EmpressTwo cards are enhanced to Mult Cards.
The EmperorCreates up to two random Tarot cards if you have the space for them.
The HierophantTwo cards are enhanced to Bonus Cards.
The LoversOne card is enhanced to a Wild Card.
The ChariotOne card is enhanced to a Steel Card.
JusticeOne card is enhanced to a Glass Card.
The HermitDoubles Money (up to $20)
The Wheel of Fortune1 in 4 chance to add Foil, Holographic, or Polychrome to a random Joker.
StrengthPick up to two cards to increase their rank by one.
The Hanged ManPick up to two cards to destroy.
DeathPick two cards and convert the left card into the right card.
TemperanceReceive the total sell value of all current Jokers up to $50.
The DevilOne card is enhanced to a Gold Card.
The TowerOne card is enhanced to a Stone Card.
The StarPick up to three cards to convert to Diamonds.
The MoonPick up to three cards to convert to Clubs.
The SunPick up to three cards to convert to Hearts.
JudgementIf you have room, it creates a random Joker.
The WorldPick up to three cards to convert to Spades.

Tarot cards are a key feature that sets *Balatro* apart from traditional poker games. Some players might overlook their potential, especially the cards that change the suits of cards in your deck, which may not always be advantageous depending on your current game state. However, mastering the use of Tarot cards can significantly enhance your *Balatro* gameplay and lead to more successful runs.

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