The Cards

Tthe Hermit in the Fountain Tarot shines a light at the edge of the woods. He is alone, but he stands tall and resolute as he seeks answers in the darkest, most isolated parts of his soul.

Strength depicts a softer kind of power—one that tames the Fool’s wilder emotions and animalistic instincts with self-control, tolerance, and patience.

The Chariot is traditionally illustrated with two steeds—one black, one white—to indicate the control the charioteer has over two opposing forces. Jack Skellington, Pumpkin King of Halloweentown, perfectly embodies this.

Trungles’ Star Spinner Tarot includes FOUR different Lovers cards, each illustrating love in one of its many, many forms.

After the Fool leaves the home he rediscovers in the Mother and the Father, he finds a new teacher in the Hierophant.

Yoshitaka Amano’s Emperor is an imposing figure indeed, with a stern look on his face and an equally stern-looking bird of prey by his side, both watching every movement with sharp eyes.

Casimir’s vivid color palette and intricate patterns give the Empress a sense of abundance and fertililty truly worthy of her title.

Where the Magician’s energy is channeled outward, the High Priestess’ energy is channeled inward, allowing the Fool to dive deeper into his subconscious with his own intuition acting as a guide.

In the Tarot of the Golden Wheel by Mila Losenko, the Magician shines golden in all his glory amid a sea of infinite stars.

In the beginning, there was the Fool; and the Major Arcana plays out the rest of his tale. “The Fool’s Journey” is a fascinating and important concept for both beginners and tarot pros alike. Come along with me as I revisit this journey through 22 cards from 22 different decks.