Of course! That's a very evocative phrase. It sounds like you're referring to a specific and classic playing card design.

The "little red dragon" you're thinking of is almost certainly from the most famous brand of playing cards in the world: Bicycle Rider Back cards.

Here's the breakdown of what "gone" could mean and where to find it:

1. The Iconic "Little Red Dragon"

On the Ace of Spades in a standard Bicycle Rider Back deck, there is a beautiful, intricate design featuring two angels flanking a central shield. At the very top of this design, perched on a ribbon, is a small, winged creature.

* This is your "little red dragon." While technically it might be a griffin or a heraldic beast, its serpentine body and wings make it look very much like a stylized red dragon.

2. Why You Might Think It's "Gone"

* You Have a Different Deck: Not all Bicycle decks are the "Rider Back" style. They have many other designs (Dragon Back, Tiger Back, etc.) that don't feature this specific Ace.

* It's a Standard Deck: Many cheap, standard-brand playing cards have very simple, unadorned Aces with no artwork at all.

* You're Looking at the Wrong Card: The dragon only appears on the Ace of Spades. The other Aces (Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs) do not have this design.

* A Printing Variation: Very rarely, there can be misprints, but this is extremely uncommon with major brands like Bicycle.

3. Could it be the Joker?

Another strong possibility is that you are remembering one of the Joker cards. Traditional Jokers often feature a court jester, but many custom and standard decks use dragons, imps, or other mythical creatures. A "little red dragon" would be a perfect fit for a Joker illustration.

How to Find Your Little Red Dragon Again

If you want to see it, you need to get a deck of Bicycle Standard Rider Back Playing Cards.

* You can buy them almost anywhere: grocery stores, convenience stores, magic shops, or online (like Amazon).

* Make sure the box says "Rider Back" and has the classic bicycle-riding angel image on it.

* Once you have the deck, take out the Ace of Spades—your little red dragon will be waiting for you at the top!

So, the little red dragon isn't truly gone. It's just hiding in its traditional home on the ornate Ace of Spades in a classic Bicycle deck