Card 75 • pentacles

Knight of Pentacles

Brief Description

The Knight of Shields depicts a vigilant Viking warrior on a black horse pausing in a valley, signifying a need for guidance and direction. Upright, the card advises taking caution, pausing to enjoy the journey, building security first, having patience, and being present. Reversed, it warns of routine movements, rushing into situations, strong but misapplied motivation, and lack of confidence. The bind rune encourages enjoying what you do as long as it brings happiness, reinforcing choices guided by genuine satisfaction.

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Card Title

KNIGHT OF SHIELDS

Description

A Viking warrior sits on top of a mighty black horse. They wear dark armor and have their hair carefully tied back and out of their face. They hold onto the reins with one hand, and the other holds a well-oiled shield. The pair pauses in a valley looking for guidance and direction on their path. A bindrune is in the lower-left corner appearing near the horse's front legs.

Upright

Take caution, pause and enjoy the journey, build security first, have patience, be present.

Reversed

Routine movements, strong motivation, rush into situations, lack of confidence.

Bind Rune

enjoy what you do as long as it brings happiness.

Visual Description

A young armored rider sits astride a large black horse, holding a round, ornate shield decorated with pentacle-like runes. The rider wears a fur-lined cloak and sturdy boots, and the horse is fitted with decorated tack and metal medallions. A moody, cloudy sky and distant mountains form the backdrop; a glowing rune symbol appears near the lower left and the title KNIGHT OF PENTACLES is printed along the bottom.

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