What does the future hold for me?

A Tarot reading by Madame Zora in Argent.

Significator, where you are now 6 of Swords: the solving of immediate problems; a moving away from imminent danger; does not suggest complete success which absolves the need for further struggle, but indicates a major obstacle has been overcome and progress can be resumed; may indicate travel away from trouble to more harmonious circumstances

Aspirator, where you are aiming 8 of Wands: hopeful change, movement and activity; the ending of delays and a quickening of events. Suggests a suitable time for taking the initiative, acting with courage and confidence to grasp opportunities as they occur. Important journeys are indicated

Instigator, what brought you here Princess of Pentacles: a young, petite, dark-featured woman in a sari

Cryptic, hidden influences Queen of Swords: a woman in a gothic black dress with a hint of silver

Event 1 Knave of Swords: a man, dark of eye and hair, dressed in black and green, balancing the point of a dagger on his finger

Event 2 10 of Swords: desolation, disruption & ruin of a group, community or state; but this is the nadir, things can only improve from now on, the worst has already happened

Event 3 The Tower: the shocking collapse of an institution through the forces of destiny being worked out in the World; the apparent unfairness of natural disasters which strike all, just and unjust, alike – an actual ruined building

Event 4 7 of Cups: you’re faced with two or more alternatives, one has exceptional promise but great perception is needed to divine the correct choice; examine your aims and goals carefully to avoid a major error of judgement – you may experience a mystical enlightenment

Culminator, where this is heading The Lovers: a time of choice between old and new, based on intuition and inspiration rather than intellect and reason.

Pivot, the focus Knight of Pentacles: a blond sharp-featured man in armour but without a helm, wearing livery of orange, red & brown.

“A surprisingly masculine spread but without a single reversal, which is most favourable, though the events give pause for thought. The Significator tells me you’re on a long journey away from trouble at home but the Aspirator suggests you’re relishing the adventure and look forward to reaching your destination.

“The Instigator is the Princess of Pentacles whom you are probably better placed to name than I.” [Sorashi may recall Havelock mentioning that this is Sorashi herself.]

“The Queen of Swords suggests she’s an important influence behind the scenes but the trouble with the Cryptic is that it’s all too often a hidden figure, unknown to the querent.” [Sorashi must recognise Deirdre.]

“The Events will happen in this order but the gaps between them may vary widely. Soon you will meet the Knave of Swords, who is a keen knife-fighter and a gifted diplomat. Then you will encounter the aftermath of a major war or other disaster – I suspect the events of the 10 of Swords are responsible for The Tower. I suspect that all this will leads to the 7 of Cups, where you will be forced to make a choice.

“The Culminator is The Lovers. The card can also reflect actual lovers but in this case I think it does not mean romance (though it doesn’t rule it out). It’s a decision, whether to give up the old for the new – possibly the same decision as the fourth event, in which case the double mention means it’s absolutely crucial.

“Finally, the Pivot is the Knight of Pentacles – how you approach him will affect everything else. Is he anyone you recognise?”