VXD playing cards were conceived with one primary goal in mind: The ability to customize the fronts of the playing card (where the real action takes place), while preserving the classic, traditional look. The patented addition of custom security-type transparent holographics to the traditional ink artwork, for each of the 52 (+jokers) different card fronts, allows exactly that. The playing cards are given a subtle, flashy edge as well as an additional layer of detailed embedded custom artwork to strengthen the identity and message of the deck. First Day Issue decks are limited to 499 of the Black and 299 of the Stars & Stripes set. These decks are laser etched with ‘First Day Issue’ on the cases as well as printed on the Ace of Spades, the decks are sealed with a numbered sticker (eg. 050/299) and the Ace of Spades also has ‘secret’ holographic signatures of both creators.