The Oracle of Forgotten Witches Review

The Oracle of Forgotten Witches is one of those decks that feels a little different from the moment you pick it up. Rather than offering straightforward messages or easily defined interpretations, it invites you to slow down, sit with the imagery, and consider what each card is bringing forward for you.

Based on the book The Book of Forgotten Witches, physically, the deck is beautifully made. The cards are printed on thick, substantial card stock that feels lovely to work with, without being so rigid that shuffling becomes a chore. I also really appreciate that the cards aren’t oversized. Oracle decks can sometimes be unnecessarily huge, which might look impressive but can make them awkward to actually use. These sit comfortably in the hands and feel like they’ve been designed with regular readings in mind.

But while the deck itself is easy to handle, I wouldn’t necessarily describe The Oracle of Forgotten Witches as a beginner-friendly oracle deck.

A Deck That Asks You to Trust Your Intuition

What makes this deck interesting is also what could make it challenging for someone new to tarot or oracle reading. The accompanying guidebook leans heavily into archetypes rather than giving you a simple, definitive meaning for each card, and personally, I think that’s one of the deck’s strengths.

Rather than drawing a card and immediately being told, “This card means this”, you’re encouraged to explore the archetype presented to you. You have to consider the imagery, symbolism and themes of the card alongside the question you’re asking and, importantly, your own intuitive response to it.

That makes The Oracle of Forgotten Witches particularly well suited to intuitive readings. It’s less about finding the correct interpretation and more about considering what the card is reflecting back at you.

For someone who has been reading tarot or oracle cards for a while, that freedom can be wonderful. If you’re completely new to divination, however, I can see the guidebook feeling a little vague at times. Without the confidence to move beyond prescribed meanings, you may find yourself wanting a little more direction than the deck provides.

Where This Deck Really Shines

I wouldn’t reach for The Oracle of Forgotten Witches when I wanted a quick, straightforward answer. This feels much more suited to introspective readings, shadow work, journalling and questions where you’re willing to spend some time considering what comes through.

It’s the kind of oracle deck that encourages a conversation rather than simply delivering an answer.

The archetypal approach also means I can see this being a deck that grows with you. Your relationship with a particular card isn’t necessarily going to remain static. Depending on where you are in your life, what you’re asking and what you’ve experienced since the last time you encountered it, the same archetype may reveal something completely different. That’s something I really value in a deck – I want to be able to develop my own relationship with the cards rather than constantly referring back to somebody else’s interpretation of them.

Is The Oracle of Forgotten Witches Worth Buying?

For me, absolutely.

The Oracle of Forgotten Witches has definitely earned its place amongst my collection, particularly because it offers something different from decks designed around more direct messages and defined meanings. However, I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it as your very first oracle deck. If you’re still learning how to interpret cards and rely heavily on guidebook meanings, you may find the archetypal approach a little difficult to navigate.

But if you’re already comfortable trusting your intuition, or you specifically want to develop that skill, this deck has a lot to offer. I’d particularly recommend it if you’re looking for a deck for thoughtful, introspective and considered readings rather than quick answers. It’s beautifully made, comfortable to work with and leaves plenty of room for your own intuition to become part of the reading.

For me, that’s exactly where The Oracle of Forgotten Witches shines.

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