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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. The Star: Blessedness. Tranquility. Beauty. |
 | 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. Three of Staves (Virtue): Achievement attained after a long chase. A rare and glowing prize. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Six of Cups (Pleasure): Regret and nostalgia for a time past or a love lost. Disillusionment. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ace of Staves: Creativity. Change. Success in new undertakings. "A breath of fresh air." "New blood." The sanguine temperament of the Ace promotes experiment, reform and appreciation of beauty, both of people and of nature. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Strength, when reversed: Weakness. Unresolved conflict. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Six of Swords (Science), when reversed: A bluff. Deceptive show of force. A desperate attempt to impress. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Opinionated person who is too quick to condemn others. Bigotry. Action without forethought. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Three of Cups (Abundance), when reversed: Superficial pleasure. Excessive emotion. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Judgment: Resurrection and rebirth. Perfection of the body and soul. Final reward or punishment. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Seven of Coins (Assessment): A step forward, accomplished with grace and skill. |
