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Trump spreads May 30, 2021 4:45:11 GMT

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Post by Lorelei on May 30, 2021 4:45:11 GMT

On a lark, I used an online tarot spread generator for a Celtic Cross Spread as it might apply toward the game. This is what I got:

1 (Present) Ace of Wands - Upright: creation, willpower, inspiration, desire, Reversed: lack of energy, lack of passion, boredom

2 (Challenge) Judgement - Upright: reflection, reckoning, awakening, Reversed: lack of self awareness, doubt, self loathing

3 (Subconscious) The World - Upright: fulfillment, harmony, completion, Reversed: incompletion, no closure

4 (Past) The Empress - Upright: motherhood, fertility, nature, Reversed: dependence, smothering, emptiness, nosiness

5 (Future) King of Swords - Upright: head over heart, discipline, truth, Reversed: manipulative, cruel, weakness

6 (Near Future) Knight of Wands - Upright: action, adventure, fearlessness, Reversed: anger, impulsiveness, recklessness

7 (Internal Influences) The Lovers - Upright: partnerships, duality, union, Reversed: loss of balance, one-sidedness, disharmony

8 (External Influences) King of Wands - Upright: big picture, leader, overcoming challenges, Reversed: impulsive, overbearing, unachievable expectations

9 (Hopes/Fears) Ten of Cups - Upright: inner happiness, fulfillment, dreams coming true, Reversed: shattered dreams, broken family, domestic disharmony

10 (Outcome) Death - Upright: end of cycle, beginnings, change, metamorphosis, Reversed: fear of change, holding on, stagnation, decay

Trying to keep this generally positive, I can imagine the following to be reversed (and the reason why):
#4 - Lorelei has been kept on a very short lead by an over-protective mother.
#8 - Actually, this one is self evident based on events-to-date...
#6 and #9 could be either way based on personal perspective... how things go with father (Corwin), brother (Merlin), deaths and politics of kin in Amber, etc...
I'm leaving #5 upright as it represents Lorelei, otherwise it would be reversed...

Outside interpretations welcome.

I hope to see others post game related spreads in the future.
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Addendum - King Brian lent his voice to Lorelei's spread on discord. It is expressed with such clarity that I decided to bring it here for easy reference.

Lor is seeking her own voice, she is the aspirant on a journey. This is a process of her awakening through reflection. A reflection
though for one who doesn't have a voice? Looking at yourself when you haven't found yourself? Her subconscious mind is seeking
the fulfillment that she can only find free and clear of her mother. Her mother the Dark Empress ruling over her life. Her future
she wants to hone her mind and her talents to cut gossamer from shadow and lead her to the truth of it all. The problem with
the Knight of Wands in her spread.... one person's adventure is another person's recklessness. Is the recklessness of her father's
blood any more helpful to her than the dark shadow of her mother?

She needs to build meaningful connections, she needs to make a change. That's the inner truth in her heart. That's how she
see's her path to fulfillment. That's what she is out here looking to find.

But she is going to power through it because she IS a person of power.

So she IS going to follow the path of her father and brother?

See, the ten of cups position is sort of in flux, I would say. Because you have two roads before you of blood. The cups raised
up on one are pointed down on the other.

Does she find fulfillment on her mother's path or her fathers?

So either she becomes the Sovereign of Wands or a new dark watery empress

Does anyone want to try depicting her in either role via a Trump image?

Last Edit: May 30, 2021 19:14:24 GMT by Lorelei

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Trump spreads May 30, 2021 5:10:36 GMT

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Post by Brian on May 30, 2021 5:10:36 GMT

1. Present: The Chariot Upright

The Chariot tarot card is all about overcoming challenges and gaining victory through maintaining control of your surroundings. This perfect control and confidence allows the charioteer to emerge victorious in any situation. The use of strength and willpower are critical in ensuring that you overcome the obstacles that lie in your path. The Chariot's message comes to make you stronger as you strive to achieve your goals.

"My dear sweet Brian. Warrior King in all his glory. A man to make the bards of old Tara proud."

The key message that he brings to you is that you must maintain focus, confidence, and determination through a process that will be full of winding turns and detours. If you have a plan or a project that you seem not to be sure about, the Chariot shows that you should pursue the plan with a structured and ordered approach. Your boldness will ensure that you achieve all that you should in this goal.

2. Challenge The Lovers (Upright)

Upright Lovers Meaning

The primary meaning within the Lovers is harmony, attractiveness, and perfection in a relationship. The trust and the unity that the lovers have gives each of them confidence and strength, empowering the other. The bond that they have created is very strong, and it can indicate that the two are joined in marriage, and other close and intimate relationships.

The trust and the unity that the lovers have gives each of them confidence and strength, empowering the other.

Another meaning behind the lovers card is the concept of choice - a choice between things that are opposing and mutually exclusive. This could be a dilemma that you need to think about carefully and make the best decision for your situation.

"Can you let go? Can you let go of your anger about being abandoned by them? Feeling like your life has been forged on a lie? You are far more one of them then you would want to admit to yourself. I saw that when you were gasping for air on my moon."

3. Subconscious The Seven of Cups (Upright)

The Seven of Cups is a card of new opportunities, choices, and at times, illusion. When the Seven of Cups appears in a Tarot reading, you have many options and opportunities from which you can choose. But be careful! You are prone to illusion and unrealistic ideals. An opportunity with promises of more money, more fame, or more power may sound appealing, but as you look deeper into what is on offer, you may realise it’s not everything it’s cracked up to be. Your ego may pull you in a specific direction, but it’s important you check in with your Higher Self first. Evaluate your options and dig below the surface to discover what’s involved with each choice.

Often, the Seven of Cups can be a sign of wishful thinking and projecting into the future about what you would like to create, rather than taking action here in the present to make it happen. For example, you may wish for a fitter, more healthy body, until it's time to get out there and exercise. Or you might wish for a successful business fuelled by passive income, but you’re not ready and willing to put in the hardwork now to enjoy the fruits of your labour later. If you spend most of your time wishing but not doing the work, then it’s time to choose just one thing and make it happen.

"Yes....You think you can shrug that off? Yes that does seem right. You think you can bend the forces of Kolvir in their weakened state. Even bending them a little bit."

4. The Past Heirophant (Upright)

Upright Hierophant Meaning

To see the Hierophant in a reading is to embrace the conventional, for it suggests that you have a certain desire to actually follow a process which has been well established. It also suggests that you want to stay within certain conventional bounds of what could be considered an orthodox approach. So, instead of being innovative, you will be adapting to certain beliefs and systems which are already put in place and are existing.

"Your father thought that Boy Scouts would make you safe. He thought it would make you strong. But he filled you with good stories." She smiles a bit. "Stories that fed you before you took on the strong flesh you have now. Kept you from bending and breaking."

5. The Future Justice (Upright)

Upright Justice Meaning

The decisions that you make now have long-term effects in all things, both for yourself and others. There will always come a time where you will be judged. The Justice tarot card appearing in a reading signals that a judgment will be made fairly and accordingly. The decisions that you have made in the past will be carefully weighed with fairness. Your feelings around this card may differ depending on your situation.

If you have been wronged, this card's appearance may bring you relief. On the other hand, if your actions caused pain to others, this card serves as a warning. Her appearance represents a chance for you to change your actions now for a better future. When a tarot card reading shows the figure of justice, it is time to account for your actions.

"But I suppose you could do it. I mean, after-all , aren't all the spawn of that twisted dwarf those who can bend the shadows to their will. Sword in a strong hand. That is fitting for you. "

6. Near Future Temperance (Upright)

Upright Temperance Meaning

In moments where there is anxiety or great stress, you have been able to remain calm throughout. You are a person who has mastered the art of not letting things get to you, and this allows you to achieve much progress in all areas you seek out to explore. The Temperance tarot card suggests moderation and balance, coupled with a lot of patience. Where this card appears, there is the suggestion that extremity in any situation is to be avoided.

The Temperance tarot card suggests moderation and balance, coupled with a lot of patience.

The Temperance card implies that you have a clear vision and know what you want to achieve. This is an indication of higher learning, which is a critical attribute in the journey of life. It reflects that you have found peace with what you are doing and everything is unfolding as it ought to. The Temperance card, in relation to other people, shows that you are able to adapt and work in harmony with your community, your coworkers and your loved ones. Your calmness in all matters gives them comfort and puts them at ease.

"Don't lose your head scion of the red hand of O'Neil. But I doubt you will."

7. Internal Influences Death (Upright)

Death is one of the most feared cards in a Tarot Deck, and it is very misunderstood. Many people avoid mentioning this card because it has that much power. Most times, people take the name of the card literally. However, the real meaning within the Death card is one of the most positive in the whole deck.

The Death card signals that one major phase in your life is ending, and a new one is going to start. You just need to close one door, so the new one will open. The past needs to be placed behind you, so you can focus your energy on what is ahead of you.

The Death card signals that one major phase in your life is ending, and a new one is going to start.

Another meaning is that you are going to go through a major change, transition, or transformation. The old version of you needs to ‘die’ to allow the new you to be created. This can be a scary time for you because you may be unsure of what will happen in the future. Even if you are scared, you should welcome the change because you are opening the door to new life events.

"Everything changes my dear Brian. My sweet lad. You feel it in your bones."

8. External Influences The Tower (Upright)
Upright Tower Meaning

The Tower represents change in the most radical and momentous sense. It is for this reason that the card itself visually looks so unnerving. But it doesn't necessarily have to be truly frightening or ominous. Because at the heart of this card, its message is foundational, groundbreaking change.

The kind of event that the Tower card marks does not have to be something terrible, like a disaster or a great loss. Change itself is a normal part of life that one has to embrace. But it can sometimes strike fear, for it means that we must abandon the truths that we have known prior to this event. The old ways are no longer useful, and you must find another set of beliefs, values and processes to take their place.

The old ways are no longer useful, and you must find another set of beliefs, values and processes to take their place.

A sad tone. "Only the young think they can change the world without it changing them. But this crucible seems to be bringing out the best in you."

9. Hopes and Fears King of Swords (upright)

The King of Swords appearing in a reading suggests that you should remain objective in your current situation - you must establish truth by sticking to the facts. The King of Swords and his intellectual power implies that you will need to use your intellect to make your point known and attain your goals. Besides your experience and education, you should be sharp and observant, to see deeply into problems that come your way.

Because he rules over the suit of swords, he has a special connection to rules, laws, and diplomacy, which are systems of logical thought applied and manifest on earth.

The King of Swords meaning also shows that you need to be stern in your role while ensuring that you have clarity of mind at all times. When judging a situation, you need to consider all the possible consequences to make an appropriate judgment. You will need to leave your emotions out of the judgment so as to maintain rational thinking at all times. The King of Swords meaning suggests that you should take time to reason with others and be candid with the observations that you have made.

"You see a path before you with new hard times. You both loath it ,and hope you can be that strong shining lad yet again."

10 Outcome 6 of Swords Upright

Upright Six of Swords Meaning

The meaning of the Six of Swords is that you are experiencing a transition of some kind, but one that is not happy and filled with regret. This transition will most likely be the result of decisions you made in the past, and now they are forcing you to leave something behind in order to move forward. Despite your sadness, you need to remember that moving on is the ideal option for your future.

Despite your sadness, you need to remember that moving on is the ideal option for your future.

Life is filled with moments when you are going to be forced into letting go of things that you have become attached to. This will be challenging. The Six of Swords shows the sadness that you may be feeling, but you have to remember that the pain will not last, so you should look instead to the future for strength.

"You can't gain power in bending the universe without it taking a cost out of you. I wonder if I end up being that cost. It's a pity if it ends up being me. The girl who left you as a boy lead you to the well, the well lead you to Ayalos. The girl in the house of Old Kane was unattainable for you. Tion wasn't fit for you." She shakes her head. "If I have to end this more's the pity. I wonder what other price that he'd have to pay would be."

Last Edit: May 30, 2021 5:24:43 GMT by Brian

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Trump spreads May 30, 2021 5:32:12 GMT

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Post by Admin on May 30, 2021 5:32:12 GMT

I wrote a quick program to generate tarot spreads for the game back when starting up. It has the standard deck plus important NPCs and places. I did a 'reading' for all the NPCs at the start to get things in motion. I haven't looked at it since and probably need to add more cards to the deck now. It's a handy thing to have when you can't figure out what one of the elders or someone is up to if they are not really a major part of the game's plots - toss a few cards down and see what inspiration strikes. Sometimes you can create a link between characters you wouldn't have come up with on your own.

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Trump spreads May 30, 2021 5:33:28 GMT

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Post by Brian on May 30, 2021 5:33:28 GMT

May 30, 2021 5:32:12 GMT Admin said:

I wrote a quick program to generate tarot spreads for the game back when starting up. It has the standard deck plus important NPCs and places. I did a 'reading' for all the NPCs at the start to get things in motion. I haven't looked at it since and probably need to add more cards to the deck now. It's a handy thing to have when you can't figure out what one of the elders or someone is up to if they are not really a major part of the game's plots - toss a few cards down and see what inspiration strikes. Sometimes you can create a link between characters you wouldn't have come up with on your own.

I actually did that spread myself. That is the weirdest set of cards i've ever done.

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Brian God Ard-Rí Brian Cathain as Ayalos agus a mhuintir, Slánaitheoir Ayalos Posts: 2,038	Trump spreads May 30, 2021 19:32:40 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Brian on May 30, 2021 19:32:40 GMT Also from the Tarot Deck that was made for Amber that i've seen pictures for Online Oberon is the King of Swords. The Tower is an exploding castle Amber
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