Hey everyone! I’ve been playing this new card game that’s all about poker. It’s pretty cool, but I can’t help feeling like something’s missing. The jokers in the deck don’t really match the poker theme. I mean, they’re just regular jokers, you know? Shouldn’t they be more poker-ish? Like maybe have a joker dressed as a poker dealer or one that looks like a royal flush? I think it would make the game feel more complete. What do you guys think? Have you ever played a poker game where the jokers were actually themed? I’m curious to hear your thoughts!
yo i totally get what you mean! i’ve played a poker game with themed jokers before and it was awesome. they had this crazy ‘bluffing baron’ joker with a monocle and tophat, holding cards behind his back. it really added to the vibe. maybe you could design somethin similar? or even a ‘jackpot jester’ with a big pile of chips. just brainstormin here!
i’ve actually experiminted with custom jokers in my own poker nights, and it defintely adds a fun twist to the game. one idea that worked well was creating a ‘wild card willy’ joker - a character dressed as a cowboy with cards up his sleeve. it fit perfectly with the old west poker vibe we were going for.
another option you might considr is a ‘lady luck’ joker, portrayed as a glamorous casino hostess holding a roulette wheel. this could tie in the broader casino theme beyond just poker.
if you’re feeling ambitious, you could even design a set of four unique jokers, each representing a different poker hand (straight, flush, full house, etc.). ultimately, customising the jokers is a great way to make your game stand out. just make sure the designs are clear and dont interfere with gameplay. good luck with your project!
Hey Kate_Borealis, that’s such a cool idea! 
I’m totally with you on spicing up those jokers.
You know what? I once played this awesome poker game at my buddy’s place where they had these hilarious jokers. One was this sneaky-looking dude peeking out from behind a giant poker chip, and the other was a lady luck character blowing on a pair of dice. It seriously made the whole game way more fun!
Maybe you could do something similar? Like, how about a ‘River Rat’ joker - picture a sly rodent in a little fedora, swimming in a ‘river’ of cards? Or maybe a ‘One-Eyed Jack’ joker that’s literally a jack with an eyepatch? 
Honestly, the sky’s the limit with this stuff. You could even get your friends involved and make it a group project. Brainstorm some crazy ideas, grab some markers, and go to town on those jokers!
Whatever you decide, I bet it’ll make your game nights way more memorable. Let us know what you end up doing!