# Defaced Poker Sets DC Direct Releases Joker Graffitied Poker Set By Rachel | Published 2009-08-18 | Updated 2009-08-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/DC-Direct-joker References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog) & [dccomics](http://www.dccomics.com/dcdirect/?dcd=10050) For loyal Batman fans, the Joker is the enemy, and now he's defaced your Poker set. DC Direct has created a [poker set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-x-miu-miu) that comes complete with all the poker items, but all have been hit with graffiti-looking images of the Joker, along with messages from him. The Joker Poker set from DC Direct is selling for $100 online, and comes with collector cards, actual [playing cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-eilish-uno-deck) (albeit defaced ones), poker chips and dice. **Implications** - Graffiti was once considered a significant part of societal counter culture, and yet in recent years it has gained a new consumer appreciation. Companies who can develop products that embrace the art of graffiti will instantly find these products appear cool. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Graffiti-themed Products:** Developing products that incorporate graffiti will appeal to consumers looking for a cool and edgy design element. - **Collector's Edition Gaming Sets:** Creating limited edition gaming sets with unique designs could attract collectors and enthusiasts. - **Villainous Character Merchandise:** Making merchandise featuring popular villainous characters can appeal to fans of comics and pop culture media. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Industry:** Incorporating unique and limited edition designs in gaming sets can attract collectors and gamers alike. - **Art Industry:** The rising consumer appreciation for graffiti art presents an opportunity for artists and designers to create new products, such as home decor and fashion. - **Media and Entertainment Industry:** Creating merchandise featuring popular villainous characters can be a profitable business strategy for media and entertainment companies as it taps into the fandom of their audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited Ceramic Poker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wpt-arsham-poker-set.md) - [Cult Film-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-tee.md) - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Indie Game Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balatro-playing-card-deck.md) - [Modular Puzzle Building Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkham-asylum-set.md) - [Buildable 3D Superhero Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set.md) - [Luxury Block Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-jenga.md) - [Smiley-Themed Collectors Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-x-smiley.md)