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"Mastering Tarot Card Use in Balatro: A Guide"

Author: Leo May 01,2025

Since its release, *Balatro* has quickly captivated gamers worldwide with its addictive gameplay. Yet, one of its unique features, the Tarot cards, often goes underappreciated. Let's dive into how you can harness the power of Tarot cards to enhance your *Balatro* experience.

Getting Tarot Cards in Balatro

Balatro Arcana Packs in Shop

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To start using Tarot cards, you first need to acquire them. The primary method is purchasing Arcana Packs from the in-game Shop. You also have the option to buy individual Tarot cards directly from the Shop. Another way to obtain them is by discarding a card with a Purple Seal.

Using Tarot Cards

Tarot cards in *Balatro* are consumable items, ready to be used as soon as you acquire them. You'll find them in the top right corner of your screen. To use a Tarot card, select it and you'll be shown a set of cards it can affect. 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

*Balatro* features 22 unique Tarot cards, each with distinct effects to shake up your gameplay. Here's a comprehensive list:

Card	Effect
The Fool	Creates the last Tarot or Planet card used during your current run.
The Magician	Two cards are enhanced to Lucky Cards.
The High Priestess	Creates up to two Planet cards if you have the space for them.
The Empress	Two cards are enhanced to Mult Cards.
The Emperor	Creates up to two random Tarot cards if you have the space for them.
The Hierophant	Two cards are enhanced to Bonus Cards.
The Lovers	One card is enhanced to a Wild Card.
The Chariot	One card is enhanced to a Steel Card.
Justice	One card is enhanced to a Glass Card.
The Hermit	Doubles Money (up to $20)
The Wheel of Fortune	1 in 4 chance to add Foil, Holographic, or Polychrome to a random Joker.
Strength	Pick up to two cards to increase their rank by one.
The Hanged Man	Pick up to two cards to destroy.
Death	Pick two cards and convert the left card into the right card.
Temperance	Receive the total sell value of all current Jokers up to $50.
The Devil	One card is enhanced to a Gold Card.
The Tower	One card is enhanced to a Stone Card.
The Star	Pick up to three cards to convert to Diamonds.
The Moon	Pick up to three cards to convert to Clubs.
The Sun	Pick up to three cards to convert to Hearts.
Judgement	If you have room, it creates a random Joker.
The World	Pick up to three cards to convert to Spades.

Tarot cards are a key element that sets *Balatro* apart from traditional poker games. While some players might overlook their utility, especially those that change card suits, understanding and leveraging these cards can significantly boost your performance in *Balatro*. Once you master their use, Tarot cards become invaluable tools in your gaming arsenal.