17: The Star

A vast, flamboyant Star of 8 points
is surrounded by 7 similar stars. In
the foreground, a young woman rests one
foot on land and one upon the waters, as
from 2 identical jugs she pours the
Water of Life both upon the land and
into the larger body of water. Behind her
is rising ground and a tree with a bird in
it; in the distance are mountains.

Upright, it represents inspiration freely
flowing, the gifts of the spirit, the fruits
of meditation, understanding, Hope; good
health and pleasure; granting of wishes.

The next time the drawer, after having
earned enough experience points to
advance to the next level, spends an hour
or more under a clear and starlit sky, he
will feel inspiration pour down upon
himself from the very stars, and will find
that the next level has been gained without
formal tutoring. Drawer also gains a
+2 to saving throws vs. mental illness.

Reversed, it signifies pessimism, doubt;
chance of illness; arrogance, haughtiness,
stubbornness; lack of perception.

Drawer becomes so smug, arrogant,
and skeptical a pupil, he will require
twice the usual amount of tutoring before
any new level can be obtained. This
change is permanent.