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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Eight of Pentacles (Prudence), when reversed: Lack of ambition. Vanity. Conceit. Disillusionment, Usury. Hypocrisy. Flattery. Intrigue. |
 | 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. King of Swords: An active and determined person. Experience. Authority. Control. A professional person. Sometime proficient in his field. Highly analytical person. Superiority. A person having many ideas, thoughts, and designs. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Debacle. Tyranny. Disaster. Self-destruction. Violent temper. Embarrassment. Obstacle. Infertility. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Queen of Wands, when reversed: Jealousy. deceit. Possible infidelity. Unstable emotions, Fickleness. Resistance. Obstacles. Opposition. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Two of Wands (Dominion): Mature individual. Ruler. Attainment of goals and needs. Boldness. Courage in undertakings. A dominant personality. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Star: Hope. Faith. Inspiration. Bright prospects. Mixing of the past and present. Optimism. Insight. Good omen. Spiritual love. Ascending star. Astrological influence. Satisfaction. Pleasure. The proper balance of desire and work, hope and effort, love and expression. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Seven of Pentacles (Assessment), when reversed: Anxiety. Impatience. Uneasiness. Imprudent actions. Loss of money. Unwise investments. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Five of Wands (Strife): Unsatisfied desires. Struggle. Labor. Endeavors. Violent strife. Conflict. Obstacles. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Fool, when reversed: Faulty choice or bad decision. Indecision. Apathy. Hesitation. Failure to diligently proceed. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Lovers, when reversed: Failure to meet the test. Unreliability. Separation. Frustration in love and marriage. Interference by others. Fickleness. Untrustworthiness. Unwise plans. |
