{"title":"Artist: Ken Fisher","description":"\u003cp\u003eKen Fisher's signature artwork for \u003cstrong\u003eWizard\u003c\/strong\u003e has defined the game's visual identity since its introduction, featuring bold, expressive illustrations that capture the mystical and strategic nature of trick-taking gameplay. His work employs vibrant color palettes and dynamic compositions that blend whimsical fantasy elements with clear, functional card design—ensuring that wizards, jesters, and numbered suits remain instantly recognizable during fast-paced play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFisher's approach balances artistic flair with practical game design, creating imagery that appeals to families, casual players, and dedicated card game enthusiasts alike. The recurring motifs of magical figures and playful character work in \u003cem\u003eWizard\u003c\/em\u003e demonstrate his ability to infuse personality into a traditional card format, making each hand feel like part of a larger enchanted narrative while maintaining the clarity essential for competitive bidding and trick-taking.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wizard","title":"Wizard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWizard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a trick-taking card game where players must predict exactly how many tricks they'll win each round — and face scoring consequences if they're wrong. The deck includes the standard 52 cards plus four powerful Wizards (which always win tricks) and four unpredictable Jesters (which always lose). Each round deals more cards, ramping up complexity as players juggle bidding accuracy with the chaos of special cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGameplay follows classic trick-taking rules with a twist: trump is revealed by flipping the top card of the deck (or chosen by the dealer if a Wizard appears), and players must follow suit unless they play a Wizard or Jester. The real challenge is the scoring — nail your bid and earn 20 points plus 10 per trick; miss by even one trick and lose 10 points for each trick you're off. This punishing precision makes every card decision matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest with 4–6 players, \u003cstrong\u003eWizard\u003c\/strong\u003e suits families and casual groups who enjoy the tension of \u003cem\u003eOh Hell!\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eSkull King\u003c\/em\u003e but want sharper stakes. The escalating round structure and special cards keep experienced trick-takers engaged while remaining accessible to newcomers aged 10+.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K. Fisher Enterprises Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58444046074240,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9505\/7536\/files\/wizard-5686660.jpg?v=1785605955"}],"url":"https:\/\/mpgames.io\/collections\/artist-ken-fisher.oembed","provider":"MPGames","version":"1.0","type":"link"}