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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. King of Staves, when reversed: Talent turned to pomposity. Complacency. Egocentricity. Provincial attitude. Sophistry which masks lack of principle of conviction. |
 | 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. The Judgment: Resurrection and rebirth. Perfection of the body and soul. Final reward or punishment. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Seven of Staves (Valor): Splendid award or valuable prize earned by one's wits, and by tricks and counter moves. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. King of Coins: A master of the material world. A man of affairs who is successful, expert and pragmatic. One who extracts wealth from its hiding places. A builder. A pillar of family, clan and community. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Hanged Man, when reversed: Masochism. Self-imposed confinement. Potential release from bondage. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. King of Swords, when reversed: Abuse of power. Tyranny. Cruelty. The empty striving for control. A failed attempt at mastery. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Temperance, when reversed: Excess. Imbalance. Indulgence. Polarization. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Queen of Coins: A person who embodies richness and fertility, generous, opulent, gracious and noble. A cornucopia of delights. A rock of security. A brilliant crystal of insight. A rich field for new growth. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Hermit, when reversed: Barrenness. Loneliness. Cynicism. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. King of Cups, when reversed: An ineffectual, unsteady person, talented but emotionally at sea. |
