A tarokka deck has fifty-four cards, each of which has its own name. Forty of them comprise the common deck, which is divided into four suits: swords, coins, stars, and glyphs.

Each suit contains cards numbered one through nine, plus a tenth card that is called the master of that suit. A card can be referred to by its suit designation or by its name. For instance, the three of glyphs is also known as the healer, and the wizard card is also known as the master of stars.

The remaining fourteen cards make up the high deck, which symbolizes the natural forces of the multiverse. These cards are represented by a crown symbol and are the most powerful cards in the deck.

Suit: The suit of Glyphs symbolize faith, spirituality, and inner strength. It is the suit of priests and those who devote themselves to the service of a deity, a higher power, or a heightened philosophy. On the side of good, it represents willpower and dedication. On the side of evil, the suit signifies weakness of character, self-doubt, and betrayal of one’s ideals or beliefs. It symbolizes health and healing, as well as illness and disease.

Card Placement: The first card drawn tells of history. Knowledge of the ancient will help you better understand your enemy. This card indicates betrayal by someone close and trusted; a weakening or loss of faith.

Madame Eva's Interpretation: "I see the ancient foe of an old and noble house. The lost soul will lead you to him."  

Suit: The suit of Swords symbolize aggression and violence. It is the suit of warriors, be they paladins, soldiers, mercenaries, or gladiators. It also symbolizes the power of governments and leaders, whether noble or corrupt.

Great heroes; a sudden reversal of fate; the triumph of the underdog over a mighty enemy.

Card Placement: The second card drawn tells of a powerful force for good and protection, a holy symbol of great hope.

Madame Eva's Interpretation: "Look for a den of wolves in the hills overlooking a mountain lake. The treasure belongs to Mother Night."

Card Placement: The third card drawn tells of power and strength. It tells of a weapon of vengeance: a sword of sunlight.

This card indicated strict adherence to a code or a belief; those who plot, plan, and scheme.

Madame Eva's Interpretation: "What you seek lies in a pile of treasure, beyond a set of amber doors."

The cards that compose the high deck aren’t considered to be one suit, although they are often denoted with a crown icon to mark their importance. Rather, each card is an important power in its own right. If one of these cards comes out in a casting and seems to contradict the prediction of an earlier card, the Vistani always assume that this card takes precedence.

Card Placement: This card foretells something unexpected or mysterious that can’t be avoided; a great quest or journey that will try one’s spirit; a great ally.

Madame Eva's Interpretation: "This card sheds light on one who will help you greatly in the battle against darkness." 

Card Placement: This card foretells the presence of a spy or a minion of some greater power; an encounter with a puppet or an underling.

Madame Eva's Interpretation: "Your enemy is a creature of darkness, whose powers are beyond mortality. When the hour of judgment arrives, this card will lead you to him!"