01: The Magician
The Magician stands by or over a table
on which are various articles: swords,
wands, pentacles, cups, dice, balls,
bells,
or others. One hand holds a double-ended
wand toward the heavens, the other
points to the earth; over his head is a
lemniscate curve, the symbol of eternity/
infinity. The table, which resembles
an altar, is surrounded by growing
things. Represented here is the rational
mind, confident in its power and right to
use the forces of the infinite to reshape
the world of matter.
Upright, The Magician signifies will,
mastery, the ability to manipulate the
universe through rational thought, self-confidence,
ability to manipulate others.
Drawer gains 1 point of intelligence,
2 points if a <wizard>
or illusionist.
Reversed, he signifies ineptitude, failure
of will, indecision; abuse of power;
disquiet; mental illness.
Drawer loses 1 point of intelligence,
2 points if a <wizard>
or illusionist.