Your present position. This card reveals influences, and shows the general direction of the reading.
The Devil
The Devil is in the business of entrapment. It signifies a situation from which there is no escape, or a road leading to one. Forewarning may let you avoid the trap, or it may not. What sort of trap, and how you might avoid it, depends on where the Devil appears in your spread, and what other cards surround it. This card does not foretell doom, only the need for prudence.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
You have been gifted with humour and vitality, likely a vast creative potential. You need not turn away from them, but also beware excess.
Immediate Influences. This card reveals the nature of the obstacles immediately before you.
The Tower
Dark and foreboding, the Tower is the embodiment of disruption and conflict. Not just change, but the abrupt and jarring movement caused by the unforeseen and traumatic events which are part of life. The Tower in your spread is always a threat, but life inevitably involves tragedy, and you must decide whether you will face it with grace.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
Something long simmering in your life is about to reach a boil.
Recent influences or events in the past from which your current situation has arisen.
Eight of Wands
Prepare yourself for an abrupt increase in the pace of your life. Things are about to get very busy. The good news is that any projects you begin will progress quickly, you will experience few delays, and the conclusion is likely to be successful. This card is also good news for relationships, although it raises the possibility of needing to travel for relationships. All things considered, this is a good card to find in your spread, as long as you are willing to buckle down and get to work.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
Your old goals are not the ones you will carry forward from here. Aim for change to find happiness.
Reveals a recent influence or event which is coming to an end.
Judgement
Judgment tells a story of transition, but unlike Death or the Tower, it is not sudden change, or born of luck or intuition, but change that springs from reason. It signifies plans, often long in the making, coming to fruition. If it points towards the future, it may also speak towards the nature of the change; if there is a choice that needs to be made, think deeply and let your mind guide the decision. Logic, in this case, is a better guide than intuition. Be prepared to make a major decision in your life, likely one that will shape the next chapter of your life.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
You are in the process of liberation from the chains of your past, and are likely turning the page on a new chapter.
Shows your desired goals and aims, and reveals the best outcome that can be achieved in your current situation.
Queen of Cups
Sensitivity and an affectionate nature are traditionally associated with the Queen of Cups, who is the emotionally open balance to the King. Despite her open nature, you will still find her influence to be largely passive. Particularly for men, her presence is a reminder to stay in touch with the emotional aspects of their character. You should take her presence as a gentle hand seeking to show you the power of your own inner aspects, whose power may be obscured by their quiet nature.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
You are blessed with talents, but they will only bring about the realization of your dreams if you apply them in a practical manner, rather than on flights of fancy.
Reveals a new influence that will soon be brought to bear in your life.
Four of Wands
Peace and security follow in the wake of the Four of Wands, usually in the smaller aspects of your life. Do not let the limited scope bring you to underestimate the joy that simple successes can bring, however: This is a card of good endings and fresh starts. Its presence should be welcome if you are beginning a new relationship or a new phase of one, such as marriage or engagement, and is especially good for those about to move residences.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
Your prosperity will come, if you believe in yourself and apply positive energy to your actions.
This card reveals your negative feelings, and provides additional information about how you feel in your present environment..
Eight of Pentacles
If you are involved in any work requiring creative inspiration or craftsmanship, the Eight of Pentacles is a very positive card. This is especially true if you are using skills you are still trying to master. This is as likely to be a hobby as your primary work. Unlike most of the suit, financial gain is not necessarily indicated, but a spiritual reward is. This is also not a guarantee, but rather a suggestion that if you are prudent and organized in your attempts, success is the likelier outcome.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
Your goals will seem hopelessly out of reach. Persevere.
This card shows your influence on the people around you, and their influence on you. It also shows how they fit into your home, work, and surroundings.
Three of Swords
The presence of the Three of Swords in your spread suggests significant pain in your life. This pain is likely caused by, or the result of, conflict, perhaps due to disrupted partnership or friendship. This pain may be part of a new beginning, but you must face your pain honestly to overcome it.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
You, or someone close to you, will face the break up of a strong partnership or marriage.
Your inner emotions.
Three of Pentacles
If you can maintain a clear sense of purpose over the coming months, you are well positioned to see your hard work get the recognition it deserves. While it is not guaranteed, and it may tax your interpersonal skills, if you maintain your own pace and trust in others, recognition will be yours. That outcome will be worth your determination, as it may not only provide material reward, but also lead to a sense of lasting accomplishment.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
You can, through talent and hard work, develop great ability.
This card reveals the final outcome to your question. It's the product of all the other influences shown in this spread.
King of Wands
The King of Wands may signify an upcoming financial windfall for you. It can also represent an association with a masculine authority figure, a leader and arbitrator. You may find yourself aided in solving a dispute. Be open to the advice of those with more experience than yourself.
Key interpretations:
In this position, the card reveals:
Your business ventures will be financially successful. Prudence and good investment will pay off for you, and the risks you take will eventually be seen as wise decisions.
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