Card 63 • swords

King of Swords

Brief Description

The King of Swords depicts a Viking warrior standing on a rocky outcropping, sword in hand, cloaked and armored, with two eagles flying above and a bindrune at the knee, symbolizing authority, clarity, and protection. Upright, the card represents stabilized authority, firm leadership, a commanding presence, taking a stand, and the ability to cut through illusions. Reversed, it warns of unsympathetic behavior, falling on deaf ears, failure to take a stand, abuse of power, and swift or unfair judgments. The imagery emphasizes readiness to protect and serve, while the bindrune suggests giving birth to new ideas and sharing them with the community and the world.

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Title

KING OF SWORDS

Description

A Viking warrior stands at the edge of a rocky outcropping. They hold their broad sword in both hands, close to their leather breastplate. Their helm is made of metal, and has wings on the sides. A white cloak whirls out in the wind behind them. Fur pauldrons appear at their shoulders. Another sword hangs at their waist. They are ready to protect and serve. Two eagles fly high above the clouds. A bindrune appears at their right knee.

Upright

stabilized authority, firm leadership, commanding presence, taking a stand, cut through illusions.

Reversed

unsympathetic, falling on deaf ears, not taking a stand, abuse of power, passing swift judgments.

Bind Rune

giving birth to new ideas and sharing them back with your community and the rest of the world.

Visual Description

A stern armored warrior stands on rocky ground, holding a large upright sword with both hands before him. He wears a fur cloak, a horned helmet, and layered scale-like armor; a billowing cloak and cloudy sky fill the background. Two large birds circle in the misty sky behind him. A glowing rune-like symbol is visible near his left leg and the title 'KING OF SWORDS' is printed at the bottom.

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✍️ Deck author(s): Jack Sephiroth, Zhang Chao, Jaymi Elford

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