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BastianBJ · « **on:** September 04, 2013, 05:20:53 PM »

Tendril Ascendant.

"This is not a recolor. Not a boring version two. This is a whole new custom deck, aiming to honor the designs of our past, but also rise above them. It is infused with Encarded DNA. It is Tendril • Ascendant" - Encarded.com

Barely any info about the deck yet other than being the next version of the original Tendril deck.
Description about the deck at Encardeds website: http://encarded.com/tendrilascendant

xela · « **Reply #1 on:** September 04, 2013, 08:14:07 PM »

That's a a really sexy design. It keeps well with the theme of the first one, wherein the back looks random but is actually symmetrical.

I hope Paul changes up the colors a bit to make the green pop more.

S. Carey · « **Reply #2 on:** September 04, 2013, 08:34:24 PM »

Paul is awesome.

xela · « **Reply #3 on:** September 04, 2013, 09:00:21 PM »

Quote from: S. Carey on September 04, 2013, 08:34:24 PM

Paul is awesome.

Nice try, Paul's mom.

Don Boyer · « **Reply #4 on:** September 04, 2013, 09:04:55 PM »

Quote from: alex. on September 04, 2013, 09:00:21 PM

Quote from: S. Carey on September 04, 2013, 08:34:24 PM
Paul is awesome.

Nice try, Paul's mom.

Ha ha.

I'm thinking this is that collaboration project we've been hearing about between him and Jackson. The fine line work that looks like a banknote is a dead giveaway!

Patrick Varnavas · « **Reply #5 on:** September 04, 2013, 10:24:45 PM »

I'd love to see where this is heading, it looks like a lovely concept. I can imagine the fans looking perfect with these backs. The texture/layering work is just amazing, typical from Encarded. Paul, I would like to request a review copy.

Curt · « **Reply #6 on:** September 05, 2013, 01:34:49 AM »

Very cool Paul.

You did an excellent job giving the back design a strong enough connection to the Tendril that it is easily recognized as being a follow up to the original, yet is definitely not just a quick re-edit of the first design and makes it unique.

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #7 on:** September 05, 2013, 08:50:51 AM »

Quote from: alex. on September 04, 2013, 08:14:07 PM

I hope Paul changes up the colors a bit to make the green pop more.

Pantone metallic 10323C may correct that particular aspect. I want this deck a little more subtle than the original Tendril, but yeah it could use a little more "pop." Still so many things to experiment with...

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #8 on:** September 05, 2013, 08:55:35 AM »

Quote from: Don Boyer on September 04, 2013, 09:04:55 PM

Ha ha.

I'm thinking this is that collaboration project we've been hearing about between him and Jackson. The fine line work that looks like a banknote is a dead giveaway!

Just to clarify, this is not the collab with Jackson. The original Tendril had the fine geometric lines in the background and I wanted to bring to a new level. I can admit that my (near daily) chats with the talented Mr. Robinson did give me a couple ideas that I pursued here. I can also say that the shape of that "web" is not entirely arbitrary and may just coordinate with other things...

MrMollusk · « **Reply #9 on:** September 08, 2013, 01:17:31 AM »

Absolutely love that back!

Will the courts be in the same style of the first Tendril deck? Or are you going for a complete re-design?

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #10 on:** September 08, 2013, 12:57:03 PM »

Most folks seem to like the tendril court a lot and I'm quite partial to them myself. My current plan is to use them as a base but increase the detail, patterns and coloring to give them a fresh look.

MrMollusk · « **Reply #11 on:** September 08, 2013, 08:56:07 PM »

Quote from: Encarded on September 08, 2013, 12:57:03 PM

Most folks seem to like the tendril court a lot and I'm quite partial to them myself. My current plan is to use them as a base but increase the detail, patterns and coloring to give them a fresh look.

Awesome!

If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Don Boyer · « **Reply #12 on:** December 21, 2013, 02:24:34 AM »

Where do things stand with this deck? I'm interested in seeing it see daylight!

Paul.Middleton · « **Reply #13 on:** December 21, 2013, 05:10:29 AM »

Very excited by this one. I've loved every deck you've designed Paul, but this may end up being a favourite. Keen to see if you can top the tuck box design for Deco!

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #14 on:** December 21, 2013, 08:00:55 AM »

This is still on deck and should see a release in the coming year. I have several things in the works and Tendril is one of them! I've been pondering ideas and making tweaks...

Thanks for letting me know this one is still interesting.

Gunshy1 · « **Reply #15 on:** December 21, 2013, 04:16:10 PM »

Paul, are u considering searching out the manufacturer that did the legends decks for your next project?

sr15 · « **Reply #16 on:** December 21, 2013, 05:19:34 PM »

I looooooooove the original Tendrils and this design looks even better. Can't wait

Afrank8 · « **Reply #17 on:** April 08, 2014, 05:24:47 AM »

I was just on the encarded website and saw the below image. If this has already been posted ignore me, but if not, anyone got any information on what it could be?

Don Boyer · « **Reply #18 on:** April 08, 2014, 06:11:42 AM »

Quote from: Afrank8 on April 08, 2014, 05:24:47 AM

I was just on the encarded website and saw the below image. If this has already been posted ignore me, but if not, anyone got any information on what it could be?

The search feature is your friend. i merged this message with the pre-existing topic on this upcoming deck.

Hey, Paul - any late news?

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #19 on:** April 08, 2014, 10:11:32 AM »

I tend to focus on the current project release, so Zenith has been on my mind the most for the last couple months. However, I do have the Ascendant back in a print-ready state and am refining the face design and layouts. We'll get that rolling...

sr15 · « **Reply #20 on:** April 08, 2014, 12:21:40 PM »

Don Boyer · « **Reply #21 on:** May 21, 2014, 05:22:28 AM »

Now that Zenith is done and dusted, how's this coming along?

Rob Wright · « **Reply #22 on:** August 14, 2014, 12:14:59 AM »

From Encarded's facebook

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Encarded - Custom Playing Cards

14 hours ago

If all goes according to plan, later this year Tendril will have some new cousins...

cousins....? plural...?

BiggerDee · « **Reply #23 on:** August 14, 2014, 09:35:13 AM »

Paul's stock room is almost bare with the sellout of the past releases! He needs to fill that puppy up so that we can keep sending him money! :-)

Paul Carpenter · « **Reply #24 on:** August 14, 2014, 09:47:00 AM »

Quote from: Rob Wright on August 14, 2014, 12:14:59 AM

From Encarded's facebook

Quote

Encarded - Custom Playing Cards

14 hours ago

If all goes according to plan, later this year Tendril will have some new cousins...

cousins....? plural...?

Does one little letter really matter? Hmm...

And yes, I have quite a few things in process at the moment. The curse of selling out everything you make!