"Mastering Tarot Card Use in Balatro: A Guide"

*Balatro* has swiftly captivated the gaming community, with its addictive gameplay drawing in players from all corners. Yet, one feature that often flies under the radar is the use of Tarot cards. Let's dive into how you can harness the power of Tarot cards in *Balatro* to enhance your gameplay experience.

Getting Tarot Cards in Balatro

To start using Tarot cards, you first need to acquire them. The primary method is through purchasing Arcana Packs available in the Shop. You'll also find individual Tarot cards for sale in the Shop from time to time. Another way to snag these cards is by discarding a card with a Purple Seal, which can yield a Tarot card as a reward.

Using Tarot Cards

Tarot cards are consumable items, meaning you can use them immediately upon acquisition. They're located in the top right corner of your screen. When you select a Tarot card, a selection of cards that it can affect will appear. You'll then choose the number of cards specified by the Tarot card, confirm your selection, and watch as the Tarot card's effects are applied to your chosen cards.

All Tarot Cards

*Balatro* features 22 unique Tarot cards, each with its own distinct effect. Here's a comprehensive list to help you understand what each card can do for your game:

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 initially overlook their potential, especially the cards that change the suits of cards in your deck, mastering their use can significantly enhance your *Balatro* runs. These cards may not always be immediately useful, but with practice, you'll find them to be a valuable tool in your arsenal.