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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Five of Staves (Strife), when reversed: A cautious step ahead without the aid of others. |
 | 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 Hermit, when reversed: Barrenness. Loneliness. Cynicism. |
 | 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 Staves (Oppression): A final trial before an enduring reward. The greater the struggle, the greater the reward. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Nine of Coins (Gain): Balance. Compromise. Security. The cycle of nature. The protection of family. A season of dormancy which makes later fertility possible. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Six of Cups (Pleasure): Regret and nostalgia for a time past or a love lost. Disillusionment. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Justice, when reversed: Justice miscarried or delayed. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Lovers, when reversed: Love unrequited, star-crossed, soured, illicit, blind or foolish. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Three of Staves (Virtue), when reversed: Dishonesty and conflict in affairs. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ten of Coins (Wealth), when reversed: Risk. Future in doubt. Gambling with one's well being. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. King of Staves: A renaissance man, practical and imaginative, active and contemplative, forceful and chivalrous. Appreciation of the lessons and pleasures of life. Worldliness in the best sense. An intellectual, an artist or an inventor. |
