Unique’s ASCEND has its roots in the XIX century, inspired by many artistic movements like art nouveau and Impressionism that arose during that time, with a few brushstrokes and references to the steampunk subgenre based on that period and a modern minimalistic flat approach that ties up every style into one coherent intricately designed deck of fully customized playing cards.

At the heart of the design lies a rich, unique black background that envelops the cards like a velvety sky at night. This specific black tone was selected exclusively to exude the allure of the 19th century. It’s the black of top hats and ballroom gowns, of cobblestone streets and gas lit alleys. It captures the essence of an era marked by romanticism and the birth of modern creativity.

The golden patterns adorning the back of each card are a true homage to XIX architecture. Delicate filigree intertwines with graceful flourishes, forming a ta