Death
Death indicates major transformation and the ending of a phase rather than literal death. The imagery of Nyx holding Thanatos suggests gentle passage and the ushering of souls into the next life. Upright, it emphasizes cycles, satisfactory closure, and the emergence of something new when an era ends. Reversed, it warns of being stuck in the past, lacking closure, and being unable to move forward or truly live.
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Death
Upright
The Death card portends change. Nyx holds her child, Thanatos, gently beckoning souls into the next life. Though it may initially read as a bad omen, Death simply refers to cycles of change in a broader sense. When an era comes to a close, a new one springs up at its heels. The figure of Death in this case signifies satisfactory closure and completion.
Reverse
Death in reverse warns of ghosts. You may lack proper closure, and be unable to let go of the past. By dwelling on life as it was, you cannot proceed, and you forget to live.
Visual Description
A hooded, star-speckled black cloak forms the silhouette of a woman who cradles a bright yellow infant with tiny wings. Red poppy-like flowers hang from above beside an arch of yellow and blue, while golden butterflies and scattered stars punctuate the dark fabric. Intricate white latticework and circular motifs frame the composition, and the roman numeral "XIII" appears at the top with the word "death" printed at the bottom. The colors are high-contrast: deep black, vivid yellow, crimson and white dominate the scene.
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