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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Three of Staves (Virtue), when reversed: Dishonesty and conflict in affairs. |
 | The card visible at the center of the cross represents the obstacle that stands in your way - it may even be something that sounds good but is not actually to your benefit. Justice: The vindication of the just and the punishment of the unjust. Rule of reason. Balance of power. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ten of Coins (Wealth), when reversed: Risk. Future in doubt. Gambling with one's well being. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Queen of Staves, when reversed: A dilettante. An impatient or jaded connoisseur. A superficial or pretentious person. A frustrated artist. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Nine of Cups (Happiness): Difficulties overcome. Favorable agreement. Reconciliation. A new beginning. Renewal of trust. Bestowal of forgiveness. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Judgment, when reversed: Delay. Procrastination. Mediocrity. Indecision. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. King of Cups: A dignified and accomplished person, compassionate and intuitively accurate. A successful professional, humanitarian and idealistic. One who appreciates the Dionysian side of the arts and the wild, mysterious aspect of nature. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Temperance: Balance. Moderation. Harmony. "Nothing in excess." Blending of opposites. Androgyny. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Page of Cups, when reversed: Emotional excess. Distraction. Seduction. |
