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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Knight of Cups, when reversed: Fraudulent emotion. A charming, but irresponsible person. |
 | 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. Queen of Coins, when reversed: A cornucopia emptied. A heart of stone. Crystalline coldness. A field barren and gone to seed. Preoccupation of wealth and security that stifles enjoyment of both. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Five of Staves (Strife): A project or adventure abandoned or cut short because of the departure or disappearance of a necessary colleague, partner, friend or lieutenant. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Seven of Staves (Valor): Splendid award or valuable prize earned by one's wits, and by tricks and counter moves. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Knight of Staves: A traveler. A journey. The call of far away places. The arrival or return of a pilgrim or wanderer. A person of far-ranging interests and restless curiosity who is desirous of change and transformation. Inventive and artistic, but sometimes absent-minded person. Having one's "head in the clouds." |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Staves (Virtue): Achievement attained after a long chase. A rare and glowing prize. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ten of Coins (Wealth): Prosperity. Tranquility. Family affection. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. 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 top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Three of Cups (Abundance): Rescue from difficulty. Comfort in apprehension. A strange but beautiful occurrence. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Cautious recommencement of activity. |
