Three Days, One Community — The Fourth Simple Cardistry Exchange Wraps Up in Nanjing

Group photo of all attendees of the fourth Simple Cardistry Exchange in Nanjing.

Three days. One community. A whole lot of cardistry.

The fourth edition of the Simple Cardistry Exchange just wrapped up in Nanjing — and it was bigger and better than ever. Twice the lineup of the previous gathering, more decks flying through the air, more stories shared across the table.

Bacon Magic was proud to be one of the sponsors of this very special weekend, sitting alongside an incredible group of playing-card brands and creators who keep this community moving.

The Lineup

This year's guest list was stacked:

  • The Virts — the legendary cardistry crew — flew in and ran a candid talk about the player's journey: the doubts, the plateaus, the breakthroughs every cardist eventually meets on the road.
  • JASPAS — a familiar face at the gatherings — returned with his signature flow.
  • Lunzi, the mind behind SW, brought a showcase of his latest deck designs for everyone to feel, fan, and fall in love with.

That wasn't all. We sat down around a roundtable with the artists and the audience — no stage, no script, just an honest conversation about the craft, the business, and the community. ✨

Roundtable discussion with five guest speakers during the Nanjing gathering.

An Art Gallery You Could Walk Through

The organizers built out a dedicated photo zone across a wide art installation — a space where attendees could snap moments with their favorite brands, prototypes, and creators. Hand-signed cards, prototype prints, and curated collections lined the walls, with a strong showing from Bacon Magic and the other sponsors.

Hand-signed card stock and signature boards from attending artists.A curated wall of custom cardistry decks from various brands on display.

New Decks Dropped Live

For the first time at the gathering, organizers unveiled their newest playing cards right on the floor — and the room approved without hesitation. Distinct designs, premium feel, and the kind of attention to detail cardists have come to expect.

Premium playing card collections and prototype prints on display.

Performances, Birthdays, and After Hours

The energy never dipped. Spontaneous jam sessions ran across the venue. A birthday corner popped up so the community could celebrate together, and an after-hours party kept the lights on once the official program ended — because three days wasn't quite enough for the people in the room.

Performers gather in front of a lit backdrop during a card jam.A veteran performer teaches cardistry to young attendees.

Until Next Time

A heartfelt thank you to every cardist who made the trip, every artist who shared their time, and every sponsor — including Bacon Magic — who helped make this gathering possible.

The community is in good hands. See you at the next one. 🎴✨

— Bacon Magic

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