Five of Wands
The Five of Wands signifies healthy competition, rivalries, debates, and sometimes arguments that are often more playful than truly hostile. It advises not to take these clashes too seriously, as they can help everyone define roles and sharpen skills. The card can point to situations like team sports, working with young people, or even risqué play when paired with cards like the Devil, and may indicate a rival who pushes you. When it appears, cool down before important emotional conversations, choose your words carefully, and treat challenges as opportunities to improve rather than to wound.
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Meaning
How comfortable are you with collaboration? When are you at your competitive best?
Overview
The Five of Wands is a card of healthy competition, rivalries, debates, and even arguments and disagreements. Don't take it too seriously, though: At the end of the day, you're all just playing around!
Situations
You may find yourself playing a team sport, working with young people, or even engaging in some kink play, especially when combined with a more risqué card like the Devil. The banter within your friend group may be harsher than usual because you're all figuring out your roles in each other's lives. If it seems like a friend is serious about their witty dig at you, it's probably because there's some truth in the jest. Take note, but move on.
Representing Someone Else
When the Five of Wands represents someone else, they may be a rival or someone who is at odds with you. This person may serve to sharpen your sword; never take your opponent for granted. When the Five of Wands appears, consider cooling down before having important emotional conversations; they may turn into sparring matches. Choose your words carefully and play to win.
Visual Description
Five wooden wands cross and clash in the card’s center, each vibrantly colored and speckled with small leaves and flowers. Five different hands grasp the wands, wearing various patterned sleeves and gloves. A bold red background fills the frame, surrounded by a pale border, and the name 'FIVE of WANDS' appears at the bottom in yellow lettering. Small dots and floral motifs float around the sticks.
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