Atomic Tarot Guide Book

CREATED BY ATOMIC PIXIES
ATOMIC
TAROT
2022 - 2ND EDITION
ATOMIC TAROT
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION // 03
MAJOR ARCANA // 05
THE FOOL // 06
THE MAGICIAN // 07
THE PRIESTESS // 08
THE EMPRESS // 09
THE EMPEROR // 10
THE PRIEST // 11
THE LOVERS // 12
THE CHARIOT // 13
STRENGTH // 14
THE HERMIT // 15
THE WHEEL // 16
JUSTICE // 17
THE HANGED MAN // 18
DEATH // 19
ALCHEMY // 20
THE DEVIL // 21
THE TOWER // 22
THE STAR // 23
THE MOON // 24
THE SUN // 25
JUDGMENT // 26
THE WORLD // 27
MINOR ARCANA //28
SUIT OF ELEMENTS // 30
SUIT OF BEES // 35
SUIT OF TIDES // 40
SUIT OF STARS // 45
COURT// 50
COURT OF ELEMENTS// 51
COURT OF BEES // 53
COURT OF TIDES // 55
COURT OF STARS // 57
| INTRODUCTION PAGE | 03
Atomic Tarot
AN INTRODUCTION
AND NOTES FROM
THE CREATORS
Atoms: the building blocks of the universe. They

combine to create everything. Everything you see
and taste and touch, their existence defines our
reality. From the helium hearts of stars to our
calcium-filled bones or the silicon that drives the
smartphones in our pockets, our entire,
observable universe is made from this small,
specific list of elements; these tiny structures that
make up every last part of our reality. The Atomic
Tarot is so named after these essential parts of
being and inspired by the pieces of our lives that
make up our world, each card adds its own
element to create a larger piece of the whole.
Science, at its core, is about the observation of

patterns, about asking the right questions and
about learning from results. For the infinite
number of problems the universe presents us,
there are an uncountable number of ways a
person can approach them. Tarot is not science of
course, but there is a strange sort of symmetry
when you combine the unlikely pair. Science and
magic. The balance of logic and interpretation.
Much like the elements on the periodic table are

divided into their subgroups of noble gasses,
transition metals, and alkali, so too can the tarot
"Atoms:
be divided. Each category is distinguished by their
similar properties or characteristics. The cards of
the Major Arcana, the Minor Arcana, and the Court
are designed to depict many aspects of life;
THE BUILDING BLOCKS creation, destruction, the fantastic, the mundane
OF EVERYTHING and everything in between.
PAGE | 04 INTRODUCTION
Altogether, there are 78 cards that complete the Much like a deck of playing cards, the Minor
Atomic Tarot. This book hopes to serve as a sort of Arcana is divided into four major suits, with
companion and guideline. An insight into our numbered cards and a court. A more traditional
interpretation, an acknowledgement of our tarot deck calls these suits Wands(Fire),
inspiration, and what we intended each card to Pentacles(Earth), Cups(Water) and Swords(Air), but
mean. You will find that most of the cards are in our deck these suits are known as Elements,
inspired and influenced by more traditional tarot Bees, Tides, and Stars.
decks, such as the Rider-Waite-Smith and many
others, but we also took some liberties to make Of course, there is no strict rule to any
this deck our own kind of magic, while still interpretation. Our hope is that you will look at
following the familiar. A few cards have titles that these cards and see in them what you need to see.
are unique to the Atomic Tarot, but their meanings Magic has always been more about intuition than
will hopefully ring true. it is about cold hard facts and just as with life,
there is far more than just one meaning.
The first 22 cards of the tarot deck represent
major events and influences of life and are known We hope this deck helps you along your journey,
as the Major Arcana. They symbolize the paths we and we’re glad to have met you along the way.
might take on our search for greater meaning;
forks in the road, chance meetings, upheavals and
good fortunes of the universe. We made these
Atomic Pixies
cards visually easy to distinguish from the rest of
the deck by their darker borders and larger spaces
devoted to the characters.
The remaining cards in the deck are known as the

Minor Arcana and are often interpreted as more
common situations that face us day-to-day, such
as working and dating, community and family life.
They paint a broader and more generalized
picture of the situations we face on our path with
all the ups and downs, stops and starts, loves and
heartbreaks along the way.
Atomic Tarot Equivalents
Atomic Elements = Wands | Clubs | Fire

Bees = Pentacles | Diamonds | Earth
TAROT
Tides = Cups | Hearts | Water
Stars = Swords | Spades | Air
| MAJOR ARCANA PAGE | 05
Atomic Tarot
MAJOR
ARCANA
The Major Arcana is a 22 card set within the tarot

which many consider to be the core of a deck.
These cards take us on a journey through a post-
apocalyptic landscape shaped by fantasy and logic,
and populated by creatures from both sides of the
divide.
Beginning with the innocent wonder of The Fool to

the wizened fulfillment of The World, the cards
also tell the story of a spiritual evolution into
enlightenment in a world shaped through the
combination of magic and science.
We tried to fill our cast of this tarot deck with a

collection of characters that was reflective of
reality and inclusive to the wide variety of shapes,
colors and sizes that a person can be in this
world. Our hope is that everyone will be able to
recognize a little bit of themselves somewhere
inside.
And so, as we follow the Fool on their journey, our

hope is that you can draw on common parallels
between your own stages in life and those in the
major heart of the cards.
EVENTS
PAGE | 06 MAJOR ARCANA
At one time, the atom-bomb was regarded as

something of great potential, yet we know that its
fallout can poison lands. Atomic power might be a
solution to our energy crisis, but only if we treat it
with the respect pure power deserves. Otherwise,
we find ourselves in disaster after disaster,
unaware that it's our own naivety that’s destroying
us.
Appropriately, the number of the Fool is zero, a

number which is neither positive nor negative but
has properties and potential of both. And while it
may be true that we all begin as a blank slate, all
things must begin somewhere. That speaks true
for all things, across all areas of the spectrum;
0 both positive and negative alike. So while the Fool
may speak of unknown and eager potential, it also
The Fool
warns of naivety. A vessel waiting to be filled, may
The concept and the word zero is Arabic in origin. in time be filled with anything. So take care where
The root of its meaning: empty. We all begin as your footsteps guide you and be mindful of the
nothing. A concept. An idea. A thought. There is things that fill up your world.
something invigorating about a new beginning or a
fresh start; the unbounded potential and limitless
options of a great new world before us. Upright: New Beginnings, Innocence, Leap of
Faith, Originality, Spontaneity
The Fool speaks of such beginnings. The start of
the story, and the first step out the door. The story Reversed: Chaos, Folly, Lack of Direction, Naivety,
of the Fool begins at the edge of a cliff, where a Poor Judgement, Stupidity
young Navajo woman sits, studying the impressive
view before her. She cares not of the danger the Element: Air
edge of the cliff presents, for it is only at the edge
that she can see the vista with such unobstructed Ruling Planet: Uranus
clarity. Before her is the world and all of its
awesome potential, but what she will do with it has
yet to be determined. In the sky is a vision of both
amazing and terrible beauty; a great tree
stretching high into the heavens, and the clouds of
nuclear war.
The tree grows and the explosion glows in a basin

reminiscent of the American Southwest where
nuclear tests were once commonly performed.
MAJOR ARCANA PAGE | 07
politics and rivalries because his ideas were ahead

of his time. Many often wonder what the world
would be like today if we had given his thoughts
the respect they deserved. What advancements
could be made with creation if energy was free
and limitless?
Upright: Determination, Dexterity,

Resourcefulness, Skilled, Masculine Energy
Reversed: Communication Blocks, Confusion,

Deceit, Ill Intentions, Lack of Energy
Element: Air
I
Ruling Planet: Mercury
The Magician
The Magician is full of active energy. Creative,

innovative, quick-thinking, he represents the
number One. The first. The start. A catalyst of
motion. He is a person who holds power in his
own hands and works hard to possess the
necessary elements that fuel his creations.
Because of this, his limitations are bound only to
the workings of his own imagination.
Originality, mystery, and the ability to stand on

one’s own are all things the Magician encourages.
He stands restless, relentless in his search for the
next step beyond and we see him lifting his own
hand, drawing the power of his creations to him.
The tides flow beneath and the stars shine above;
at the edge of the sea and the sky, the Magician
finds infinity around him. A universe full of
potential, he sees possibilities where others might
see only fantasy.
This can cause others to see him as a bit eccentric,

but they say true geniuses often are. In fact, the
Magician of the Atomic Tarot is inspired by real
world inventor, Nikola Tesla, a great engineer
whose innovations were undermined by
Priestess has access to it all. She is literally

plugged into the universe, her pen poised to
record as she processes all the information
flowing through her. The Priestess is not just a
conduit, letting the data wash over her. To truly
know something, we can’t just hear it, we need to
understand. Under the ancient light of stars, the
Priestess quietly and patiently sorts through the
facts, till she comes to an understanding of truth.
Upright: Hidden Talents, Intuition, Mystery,

Spiritual Insight, Enlightenment, Illumination
Reversed: Information Withheld, Lack of Personal

II Harmony, Secrets
The Priestess
Element: Water
A beautiful guardian of knowledge and power, the
Priestess is a being of both patience and instinct. Ruling Planet: Moon
One who processes information before she acts,
but is able to do so with such grace and fluidity,
it’s as if it were a supernatural ability.
She has strong ties to the number two - an even,

balanced number. Also, a reminder that there are
often two sides to everything. The black and white
pillars at her sides indicate that not everything is
good and not everything is bad, but often a
peculiar mixture of both. Life is a very mysterious
thing, and the better informed you are, the better
your decisions will be.
She sits restful, mindful and waiting, with a world

of knowledge at her fingertips; shining with the
glow of enlightenment, illumination and creation
beneath the crescent of a moon. Her lesson is that
knowledge is the most powerful commodity. And
that access can change everything. From small
personal issues, like wanting to know all sides of a
story before acting, to grand sweeping knowledge,
such as fulfillment through higher learning, the
The Empress is most definitely a symbol of

femininity, and she carries a staff embedded with
the sigil of Venus; a proud and significant symbol
of the female gender.
Her belly is literally fertile, overflowing and full of

life. An archetype of mother earth, she herself is a
self contained ecosystem; a woman who takes joy
in being able to nurture and care for her world.
Upright: New Opportunities, Abundance,

Maternal Energy, Fertile Endeavors, Stability
Reversed: Domestic Problems, Stagnation,

Emptiness, Neglect, Unwanted Burdens
III
Element: Earth
The Empress
A beautiful queen, enjoying the fruits of her own Ruling Planet: Venus
labor, The Empress is a symbol of fertility and
creation. She bears a fragile garden inside herself,
safe where it can grow without harm. She knows
that to truly protect what she holds dear, she must
be strong and she must provide. What grows
inside her may not be life, but an idea, a dream or
an emotion. None of which are always easily
brought to fruition, and down her arm trickles a
thin line of blood that proves her hardship. But
The Empress has the strength to protect and
provide for her joy. And with her caring, nurturing
demeanor, it becomes something that can spread;
something that can make the whole world grow.
The Empress walks alone in a vast field of wheat

beneath the bright blue of a sky as she eats a
ripened pomegranate. The pomegranate itself
contains eons of history, including a variant of
Eve’s apple or the fruit which binds Persephone to
Hades. Frequently painted as temptation that a
woman gives into, it is often glossed over how it
can also provide empowerment.
The Emperor is plugged into the world, not only a

participant but part of its very structure. The
tallest buildings must also have the strongest
foundations, if they want to remain standing and it
falls to the Emperor to see that the foundation is
laid, that the base code has been set, and that his
world will be able to function at its optimal
potential.
Leadership and stability for the future are

something the Emperor's ultimate goals strives
tirelessly to achieve. But despite his imposing
exterior and sometimes aggressive demeanor, he
is a man possessing a strong and powerful heart.
One who cares deeply for the world around him
IV and advises that you be in control of your own
environment: your body, your temper, your
The Emperor
instincts if you want to better influence your world.
In a vast and infinite room, a man sits upon a Remember that the toughest decisions are quite
throne of bones and sinew. His covered face only often the wisest but to be a man who sees a larger
furthers his alienation, but even in isolation he is picture, he must realize that the choices he makes
not alone. The Emperor is a man who is more than affect far more than just himself.
himself, he is a combination of biology and
technology that has been fully integrated into the Upright: Authority, Law and Order, Leadership,
matrix of reality. Combined with knowledge of the Power, Promotion, Rational Decisions
past and hoped for the future he is a mixture of
soft tissue and hardware, of DNA and digital code. Reversed: Control Issues, Immaturity, Lack of
Discipline, Loss of Authority, Manipulation
The Emperor has direct access to a vast amount of
data, but the choices he makes must reach Element: Fire
beyond that. He must balance between
information, and the actual, physical nature of his Ruling Planet: Mars
choice. A marriage between concept and
consequence, with many moving pieces in motion.
The Emperor must rule with authority, law and

order. His focus is on responsibility, organization,
structure and understanding the need for self
control. He is represented by the square, sturdy
number four. A number we used commonly for
stability; four legs on a chair, four walls in a room.
universe behind us all. Not with the hope of

escape, but to understand where we came from
and what ties us all together so that we can
appreciate it all the more.
Some are open to his message; open to learning

and listening and light. Others are not. But their
choice not to listen doesn’t just hurt themselves,
ignorance hurts us all. We’re all on this world
together, and the better that we all understand
that, through science and through ourselves, the
better this world will be for us all.
Upright: Education, Higher Learning, Seeking

Counsel, Good Advice, Spiritual Guidance,
V Tradition
The Priest
Reversed: Abuse of Position, Breakdown, Poor
Another card of many that was inspired by a real- Counsel, Rejection of Values
world person, the Priest of the Atomic Tarot is an
homage to the great Carl Sagan. The card of the Element: Earth
Priest is less about religion than its title presents,
but more about connection and the belief that we Ruling Planet: Venus
are all a part of a much greater whole. Although he
was not a personal fan of things like divination and
the occult, he was definitely a champion of higher
knowledge for the benefit of us all.
For many, Carl Sagan introduced and lead a

movement for the love of learning. He was a
mentor who could take hugely daunting concepts
and make them tangible, relatable and real. This
was his gift as a leader, not of any religion nor of
any nation, but of the human mind. He showed us
how far we can truly reach and taught us that we
are all made of stars.
This is a card that speaks of harmony, balance,

leadership and the good of all. In the image, The
Priest cradles the Earth, the pale blue dot we all
must share. But he welcomes all to explore the
expected, and there is no promise of a safer path,

but they know within their hearts that they
complete each other.
In the image of The Lovers, an angel protects his

beloved. The fawn, with their connection to the
earth, grounds them and keeps them steady. The
mermaid brings harmony, beauty and joy.
Together they are more than they ever could be,
apart, and even if they separate they will be
forever changed.
Upright: Big Choices, Commitment, Alluring

Promises, Partnerships
VI Reversed: Broken Relationship, Infidelity, Failure

to Commit, Separation
The Lovers
Love comes in many shapes and forms, has many Element: Air
different faces, and can come for us at any time,
even when we aren’t looking. It touches us far past Ruling Planet: Mercury
the skins we wear; changes us into something new
at our very core. But on some level, it can be
explained as simply as a chemical reaction; the
release of enzymes and hormones in the brain
that stimulate our pleasure sensors. This is why
the constellations of the stars behind them are
not the familiar shapes in our own night sky, but
take the form of oxytocin; the chemical associated
with love.
But love is so much more than reaction. It can give

us something to look forward to every morning,
keep us up long past a perfect sunset and it can
sooth us to sleep in the darkest nights. Love can
create us as easily as it can destroy us. It touches
each person in a unique and unexpected way. In
the card of The Lovers, this trio ignores the
boundaries between worlds, genders and forms
with their devotion to one another as they try to
become something greater. Love is not always
Upright: Journey, Ambition, Confidence, Drive,

Overcoming Obstacles, Will Power
Reversed: Lack of Direction, Scattered Energy,

Self Doubt
Element: Water
Ruling Planet: Moon
VII
The Chariot
In the card of the Chariot we join again with the

Fool, and her journey has not proved to be easy.
The terrain is harsh and her transportation is well
worn, held together by a wish and a prayer. But
she travels forward, knowing she needs to reach
her destination, no matter how hard the journey
is.
A pause in the midst of motion, the Chariot carries

implications of struggle or hardship. To go the
distance, you have to put the miles behind you,
but sometimes, those miles are rough. Operation
of the Chariot requires reflex, balance and a clear
head; strength of both mind and body. Dangers
may present themselves if you do not take care of
these two very important parts of your being.
The occulted sun marks a significant place of her

journey, and she pauses to watch this enchanting
and strange event. She must control her fear of
the unfamiliar and when she does, she is witness
to great beauty; a gift she will only see once in a
lifetime.
harnessing its power to your benefit. We witness a

young girl pushing her way to freedom with
nothing but her patience and willpower. She has
not just learned to love the creature she was
imprisoned with, but to see that it is not a monster
but a companion. Tamed, he will serve her well on
her journey, only adding to her fortitude.
Upright: Confidence, Empowerment, Inner-

Strength, Potency, Vitality, Willpower
Reversed: Hedonism, Lack of Self-Control,

Cowardice, Self-doubt, Vanity
Element: Fire
VIII
Strength Ruling Planet: Sun
In the dark of a cage is a beautiful girl, trapped

inside with a lion. But this giant beast, this king of
the jungle, lays beside her at peace, with a crown
of roses in his hair. The lion beside her is not her
enemy but a powerful friend that she has tamed
with the gentleness of her heart. Her troubles are
not with him, but lie far beyond the cage that
confines her.
She is standing proof that gentleness does not

mean weakness. In fact, the card of Strength
represents that of quiet, unstoppable power. The
ability to put your energy to good use, to conquer
the fear that is holding you back so that you may
break free of whatever cage that binds you.
Strength is never where we expect to find it; not in

others, and not in ourselves. We never know
where that deep reservoir is until we need to tap
into it; until we can look past what we’ve been
taught to fear to find where the real enemy is.
Strength’s advice is courage and inner strength.

Literally taming the wild beast inside of you, and
The Hermit has accepted this, and has learned

that they are the only person they need. They
wander the world with their eyes wide open,
looking, learning and bringing what they need.
They enjoy peace in solitude not because they
have shunned the company of others but because
they find truth walking their own path.
If you can do what you can do, that can be

enough. Sometimes the smallest human kindness
can change an entire life. The Hermit will never
walk away from doing the right thing because it
seems too small or insignificant, and they would
never find it beneath them. They bring
thoughtfulness into action, encourage life, an
IX nurture the idea of a better future. They do what
they can. And it’s enough.
The Hermit
In the wastes of an old world, the land has gone Upright: Introspection, Meditation, Self-Reflection,
barren and dry. The only color left seems to Solitude, Soul-Searching, Selfless Acts
belong to that of the sky, as the constellation Virgo
shines bright in the violet, empty night. But even in Reversed: Exile, Loneliness, Misfit, Sadness,
the wastelands, hope can be found, as a Withdrawn Behavior
wandering stranger stoops to care for a small but
thriving plant. Its life-giving light is rare and Element: Earth
precious. A simple thing of impossibly great value,
and this man knows that if it is left on its own, Ruling Planet: Mercury
without protection and care, it may wither and die.
The Hermit is a card of humility, maturity and the

discovery of inner self. The ability to see that what
is right is not always easy, and that sometimes, the
only way things will happen is if you take on the
responsibility yourself. But finding comfort with
one’s self is sometimes the hardest journey. We
live in a world that touts self love while
perpetuating self hate: your ideas are wrong, your
body is wrong, your existence is a burden.
Learning that those are hollow lies meant to
control you is sometimes the hardest truth to
accept.
around the Sun. Everything new will someday be

old, and the universe will continue on.
Despite the promise of inevitability, The Wheel has

strong resonance with the idea of fate. The entire
universe may be out of your personal control, but
that doesn’t mean you aren’t exactly where you
need to be. Even the number ten of the Wheel has
a nice rounded sense of completion to it. The
combination of One and Zero, we’ve begun to use
numbers that we have already seen. Numbers we
find at the beginning, that suggest the start of
something new. Their combination may have new
meaning, but they may ring familiar, too.
X Upright: Chance, Changes, Destiny, Luck,

Opportunity, Victory
The Wheel
In the sky there is the Milky Way and the light of Reversed: Bad Luck, Disappointment, Misfortune,
three billion stars. And on the slopes of an old hill, Mishap, Unforeseen Setback
a traveler has made their camp amidst the metal
skeletons of world-changing machines. Old Element: Fire
windmills used to grind wheat into flour. Modern
turbines used to convert motion into energy. All Ruling Planet: Jupiter
around her, young and old coexist. New grass and
old rock. Even her fire that burns bright in her
eyes is infinitesimally young in comparison to the
burning hearts of stars that faintly touch her with
their ancient light.
The Wheel speaks of a world far larger than

yourself. That only time and luck are the true
guardians of fate and no matter where you go…
there you will be. Even if you cheat the game, you
can only play the cards in your hand and the
universe has always had a way of course-
correcting itself, despite your best interventions.
It all comes back around.
The world spins on its axis. The Earth rotates

whimsical nature of her father’s life and towards

the direction of logic.
Still, she found a way to express her art through

numbers with her “poetic science” as she called it.
The equation written on her sword are notes
containing the first computer program, meant to
be carried out by machines that wouldn't be
invented for years.
Upright: Balance, Equilibrium, Cause and Effect,

Fairness, Justice, Responsibility
Reversed: Dishonesty, Imbalance, Lack of

Accountability, Legal Flaws, Unfair Treatment
XI
Element: Air
Justice
Universal balance is an unbiased phenomenon. Ruling Planet: Venus

The whole of existence is just balancing an
equation on an unfathomable scale. X must equal
Y for Z to be correct. Objective reason and the
understanding that your immediate actions affect
your future situations, the card of Justice speaks of
harmony, adjustment and consequence. In her
hands Justice carries both a sword and a scale;
one to measure the truth and facts of a situation
and one to do what is necessary. The shape of the
constellation Libra is formed on the computer chip
behind her, another symbol of scales and balance.
Justice doesn’t need an opinion, it must be a path

to find what is right.
For the face of Justice, we were inspired by real-

world mathematician, Ada Lovelace. She was the
creator of the algorithm, and the mother of
computer programming. But this 19th Century
woman was not only a woman in STEM during a
time when women couldn't even vote, she was
also the daughter of the famed poet Lord Byron,
whose mother encouraged her away from the
And only he will truly be able to understand its

meaning once he’s given himself the time to truly
understand. But patience, waiting, literally hanging
around while the dust settles is sometimes the
best (or only) thing to do. There may not be an
inherent struggle, but suspension is a huge part of
this. He hangs in a limbo between two worlds;
where he is and where he wants to be. He’s almost
there. Just a little more to go.
Upright: Breaking Old Patterns, Circumspection,

Letting Go, Metamorphosis, Suspension
Reversed: Egotism, Inability to Change, Missing an

Opportunity
XII
Element: Water
The Hanged Man
Often thought to correlate to the story of Odin Ruling Planet: Neptune

who hangs himself from the world tree to gain
higher knowledge, the card of the Hanged Man
speaks of self-sacrifice and a shift in perspective.
Here, a young man hangs from the titanic limb
suspended over stardust. The branches seem to
grip him as he reaches across a great and
expansive void for something just beyond his
reach.
From one point of view, he might be reaching

down for something, but we live in a universe of
many dimensions, angles and perspectives, so who
is to say that he is not reaching upwards, inwards,
or sideways?
Only he will ever truly know.
This is something that only he can experience.
That only he can do.

Rather than the marigolds traditionally associated

with the holiday, her crown is made of the same
roses that grow inside her, completing a loop in
the cycle of life.
With Death comes transformation, change and

progression. After all, the sun will rise tomorrow
and bring on a new day. So if yesterday was a bad
one, then let it die with the sun, because
tomorrow can only be better if today comes to an
end. New leaves cannot grow until the old ones
have fallen, and it may be time to let go.
Upright Endings, Letting Go of Attachments,

Mortality, Profound Change
XIII
Death Reversed: Loss, Depression, Living Unaware,
Resistance to Change, Unwilling to Let Go
Death; a word synonymous with endings, is not
always an omen of ill. Just as the winter must come Element: Water
before the spring and the sun must set before it
rises, Death is a beautiful and necessary part of Ruling Planet: Pluto
life.
Every day, you shed and renew millions of skin

cells so that within a single month, you’ve literally
grown an entirely new shell. You’re perpetually
losing and regrowing strands of your hair in a cycle
of three distinct phases. Even your lungs and your
liver and your heart recreate themselves over time
as your old cells die and are replaced all over. You
do not possess any of the same pieces you were
born with and you will be someone completely
different when you’re through.
This card was heavily inspired by el Dia de los

Muertos, a Mexican holiday that worships and
honors the dead at the time when the line
between this world and the next is thinnest.
Death’s face resembles a calavera to accentuate
the beauty of passing. Within her, a rose blooms
with life in the wake of destruction, reminding us
that not all change is physical.
including her own life, in her pursuit of knowledge.

A pioneer in our current understanding of
radioactivity, she tempered her discoveries
through hard labor and her own life essence.
Today her paperwork is too dangerously
radioactive to handle, but the secrets she
unlocked have opened a whole new universe of
knowledge for us.
Upright: Balance, Connection, Harmony,

Unification, Moderation
Reversed: Disharmony, Imbalance, Lack of

Patience
XIV Element: Fire

Alchemy
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Alchemists of old attempted to turn lead into gold
and were ever seeking answers to some of the
biggest questions in life. Countless hours and
intricate notes devoted by men and women, who
poured their hearts and minds and souls into the
science of change, many methods of modern day
chemistry and medicine were born in archaic
laboratories that combined science, religion, magic
and symbolism on their quest for understanding.
The card, Alchemy, is inspired by adaptation,

creative combinations and the unifying notion of
completely different things coming together to
work as one; the notion that two things that may
be different can also work together in strong and
powerful ways. In the card, we see mixtures of
gases and light spill from vials that swirl into
galaxies full of stars. They may have been simple
ingredients before, but combined, they are the
makings of a universe. Without each other, they
would never be so strong.
Our Alchemist is real-world scientist, Marie Curie,

who was a woman who gave up everything,
Upright: Addictive Behavior, Fear, Bondage,

Enslavement, Feeling Trapped, Materialism,
Temptation, Unhealthy Relationships
Reversed: Breaking from Addictions, Separation,

Freedom from Restraints
Element: Earth
Ruling Planet: Saturn
XV
The Devil
The Devil, in polite society, is something we have

been encouraged to reject. A symbol of power,
restraint and temptation, we would do well to
remember that desire can also be something to
fear and power can be controlling. It’s easy to get
addicted to the rush of dopamine that floods our
brains when we’re given something that we crave
or that we think we want. But those needs can be
dangerous and selfish, especially when the only
thing you’re fighting against is yourself.
But the Devil can make us doubt. Make us believe

we can’t survive without the things that we’ve
allowed to control us. It gets into our heads, the
chemicals in our brains, and makes us doubt our
own strength.
Here, we see The Devil pushing those who care for

him away, using them to reach what gives him
mindless bliss, without care for the consequences
it may cause to either them or to himself. Caught
in a moment of pleasure or weakness, do you
know when to give in, and when to walk away?
Upright: Creative Destruction, Renovation,

Unexpected Change
Reversed: Instability, Obstacles, Volatile Situation
Element: Fire
Ruling Planet: Mars
XVI
The Tower
A tall Tower stretching high into the heavens,

twisting, turning and changing form, this structure
does not end how it began. Sometimes, it takes
pulling something apart to see how it really works,
and the Tower strips things down to their very
core. A creative type of destruction, it can be eye-
opening to see what's going on underneath the
surface. New knowledge and truth can come to
light when you learn how all the pieces really fit.
The Pillars of Creation stretch light years across

the heavens. They are a stellar nursery of new life,
new ideas and new beliefs built from the old
hearts of giants. Unstable stars collapsed to make
way for newer, richer, more stable generation of
powerful, long-lasting cores. But be wary that what
may look like a solid structure may turn out to only
be dust.
Make sure the ground you stand on can support

all that you carry.
Upright: Hope, Inspiration, Opportunities,

Spirituality, Tranquility, Optimism
Reversed: Despair, Disappointments, Illness,

Missed Opportunities
Element: Air
Ruling Planet: Uranus
XVII
The Star
There is a serene calmness that seems to emanate

from the Star. A lovely girl who has all the
elements at her command; the sea, the earth and
the stars are all within the palms of her hands. In
her presence you get the feeling that everything is
going to be alright. She is a woman made of
stardust, and behind her, the universe seems like
a very connected place. Symmetrical and brilliant,
there is a constant flow of give and take. She has a
mastery of the fine and delicate balance between
the physical and the subconscious; she knows
when to be fluid and giving, and when to be strong
and solid.
Refreshing, rejuvenating, healing peace, she can

become the cooling water that she needs, and she
can also become the nuclear burning heart of a
star. Above her head is a crown of stars, and at
her feet she dissolves, returning to the earth from
whence she came. She is made of stardust and to
the stars she will return.
Upright: Change, Intuition, Mystery, Powerful

Dreams, More Than What it Seems
Reversed: Insomnia, Mysteries Unveiled, Release

of Fear, Unhappiness, Unusual Dreams or
Nightmares
Element: Water
Ruling Planet: Neptune
XVIII
The Moon
The Moon (Luna) is the Earth's only natural

satellite. Although she is only one of many among
the moons discovered in our star system, she is
still our moon. Our one and only.
Known for her regularly changing appearance

across the black and blue of our sky, The Moon is
often seen as a sign of change and a symbol of the
mystery we feel when we stare in the black void of
space. But she is also the comfort we feel as she
lights up the darkness in a chilled and sunless
night. She has the face of a dream and a wise and
gentle intuition of a woman who has traversed the
world.
Here, The Moon is represented by a lovely but

somehow unnerving mermaid presiding over a
surreal landscape full of illusions. Across her
forehead is her third eye suggesting a higher
mystical knowledge, but she is also clad in bones.
And looking into the origins of those bones may
not be recommended. Still, The Moon sits upon
her throne, or is that too simply an illusion, a hoop
she hangs from to make you believe she holds the
moon at her fingertips?
Upright: Enlightenment, Joy, Happiness, Success,

Vitality
Reversed: False Impressions, Lack of Clarity, Low

Vitality, Sadness
Element: Fire
Ruling Planet: Sun
XIX
The Sun
In a beautiful field of sunflowers, there is a

precious little girl. The Sun is a representation of
energizing wonderment, as if seeing the world
through the eyes of an innocent child. She lives in
a world much larger and more wonderful than she
could have ever dreamed. A world she can only
see with her eyes wide open.
The clear skies and thriving greens are a sign of a

bright world full of hope and opportunity.
Sheltered among the stalks of the sunflowers, she
is full of hope and discovery as she explores the
world that has been made by those who have
come before her.
There is a feeling of simplicity in the shape of the

sun; a simple and logical sphere. In the palm of
her hands, she holds a star as bright as her own
inner light. Peace, success, harmony and
celebration, The Sun will have her time to shine.
offers the chance to take what lessons you can

from your mistakes and try your best not to repeat
them again.
Upright: Awakening, Decision Making,

Redemption, Reincarnation, Renewal, Transition
Reversed: Repeated Mistakes, Poor Logic, Poor

Judgement, Self-Doubt, Stagnation
Element: Fire
Ruling Planet: Pluto
XX
Judgment
This is the moment between the end and the

beginning. The cycle is now complete.
There is a lot of history behind you but the past is

in the past and there is always the promise of
something new beyond any horizon. Although
Judgement cannot be avoided by anyone in the
end, we can only strive for a life well lived and a
job well done and the hope that we have learned
all our lessons. The forces of the universe are too
strong to avoid, and there is no place to run from
the truth of your own life.
In Judgment's horn and heart there is the chance

for redemption, for forgiveness and a fresh start.
Flowers spill into the wind, bringing life into the
world again, bringing hope that even after the
worst of things there is a chance for something
good.
But tangled in a tree is a threatening reminder

that there is an end that hovers over us all.
However, Judgement is not hopeless. It simply
Upright: Achievement, Fulfillment, Possibilities,

Successful Conclusions, Responsability
Reversed: Delayed Success, Failed Plans,

Incomplete, Unfinished, Stagnation
Element: Earth
Ruling Planet: Saturn
XXI
The World
The Fool of the beginning has come to the end of

her journey, and has found herself changed. No
longer able to call herself The Fool, she walks
through the world braver, wiser and more
prepared for what else awaits her future. Her
journey has been successful, a triumph of
independence. She no longer sits by to watch the
world go by, the time for waiting is over. She’s
ready to move on. To go further ahead, to see
what’s beyond the next point.
The World is in her own hands. It is up to her how

she will change it. The World is hers to explore, to
learn from, to honor, but also hers to fight for and
protect. Both freedom and responsibility weigh
heavily on the World. When the student becomes
the teacher, it’s because they’ve learned some
good lessons along the way.
| MINOR ARCANA PAGE | 04
Atomic Tarot
MINOR
ARCANA
The scale of the universe is a rather baffling thing.

What might seem small from a distance may in fact
be enormous up close. An entire galaxy can fit
inside the eye of a needle if you line them up
correctly and huge things can happen in ways that
may seem insignificant to someone who doesn’t
have the right perspective.
Where the cards of the Major Arcana are

representative of major events in your universe, it
is to the Minor Arcana of the tarot that we look to
show us what is right in front of us, staring us in
the face every day.
Divided into four distinctive suits, the Elements,

Bees, Tides and Stars were all chosen for their
symbolic significance, with each suit consisting of
ten numbered cards and a court of four faces. The
individual suits share common themes, feelings
and ideas within themselves.
The Suit of Elements (related to Wands, Fire,

Clubs) begin with the literal building blocks of the
universe: Hydrogen, Helium, Lithium, Beryllium.
The first ten cards of the Minor Arcana center
their focus on energy, creation, and growth, while
the court carries the weight and value found in
everyday precious materials. All the Elements have a very

fiery and energetic nature to them. They’re about
LIFE
action, ambition and drive; something that burns
hot within you. Something that can be so small it’s
practically invisible yet capable of being essential
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beyond words. This suit is distinguishable by its and flow in the mirror of the path of the moon.
energetic green and magenta and the atomic Swelling tides and deep waters are the metaphors
symbol at their center. Black hole geometry and of emotion and there is something charming,
electromagnetic waves also decorate the faces of mysterious and romantic about the call of the sea.
the Elemental Suit, keeping in line with their Rhythmic and ever in motion, the Tides are fluid
scientific inspiration. You will even find behind the and fluctuating in their being, just as people can
cards of the court, maps of particle collision. be. The faces of this suit feature jellyfish amidst a
sea of bubbles that actually appear to be planets
The Suit of Bees (also known as Pentacles, Earth, at a closer inspection. Real-world litmus tests for
Diamonds) is identifiable in honeyed gold and the health of the oceans, jellyfish are organic
purple, covered with clean honeycombs and a reflections of their environment and that felt like
queen. Bees are an essential part of our natural an appropriate image for the Tides.
earth-bound world. Tangible, touchable, material
things, the very existence of these wonderful little Almost unfathomably large in scale in comparison
pollinators allow us to have the fruits and flowers to the bodies of ourselves, the Suit of Stars (also
of Earth today. A few steps up in the scale of the known as Swords, Air, Spades) are found among
universe from the elemental atoms, bees are a the largest solitary objects in the known universe.
practical, purposeful part of our daily existence. The highest suit that deals with the highest
They are resourceful, natural builders with direct concepts; knowledge and the sharp and muddled
ties to health and reproduction, and are natural tricks of the mind. The Suit of Stars feature a
symbols of productivity and hard work. The Bees golden sunburst centering the face of this suit with
of the Atomic Tarot are a bit more fantastical than Fibonacci spirals and a golden window and
their Earth-bond cousins, as they take their work surrounding. A combination of fact and theory,
to the stars. logic and interpretation, the Suit of Stars shines
light on reason, illuminates truths and brightens
The Suit of Tides (also known as Cups, Water, the shadows of doubt.
Hearts) is found by sliding the scale of the
universe a little higher. Tides affect the world on a
literal, global scale as the oceans of our world ebb
Atomic Average Measurements:

Atom .000000000001 meters
TAROT
Bee .005 meters
Ocean 15,500,000 meters
Sun 1,400,000,000 meters
SUIT OF ELEMENTS PAGE | 30
I
Ace of Elements
Hydrogen (H) is the most abundant chemical substance in the

universe. The atomic number 1, The Ace of Elements burns hot in
the heart of stars and sparks the creation of every other element
that follows. Inside your very skin, this same element that drives
the creation of worlds exists in abundance, for we are all made of
stardust. Our own human bodies are 10% hydrogen in a universe
made of almost 75%. It is the spark that starts everything. The Ace
of Elements is about confidence, about a torch that will light your
way from beginning to end. You might as well start with a bang.
Upright: Creativity, Enthusiasm, Expansion

Reversed: Hesitation, Delay, Fear of the Unknown
II
Two of Elements
Starting the journey can often be the hardest part, but once you
begin, the challenges do not vanish. You must maintain focus ,
sharpen your attention and realize that there are times when
some things need to take a back seat to the main focus. It doesn’t
mean anything superfluous must leave you, or is somehow
unimportant. But to go boldly forth, you need to focus all your
energy into your goal, not divide it over unnecessary distractions.
Helium (He), though common enough to fill party balloons and to

lift us off the ground, was found only when we turned our eyes to
the stars above. Staring into the light of the sun, you’ll need to pick
apart issues, and find the right tools to do what needs to be done.
What you need to meet your challenges may not be where you
expected to find it.
Upright: Planning, Decision Making, Intelligent Risks

Reversed: Poor Planning, Overthinking, Divided Attention
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III
Three of Elements
It is not sustainable to move forward relentlessly. Sometimes you

have to take a step back, take a breath and a pause, and wait for
the energy that you put into the world to return. Good things take
time to develop, and you don’t want to move forward,
prematurely. Waiting can be a daunting obstacle. Use this time
you have to keep your energy strong, or you might lose your
inertia. Although we can’t plug in a new Lithium (Le) battery
whenever our energy wears down, you must find ways to keep
yourself charged so you don’t burn out when your power is
needed.
Upright: Looking Ahead, Keeping Momentum,

Reversed: Exhaustion, Overworked, Delays, Draining Obstacles
IV
Four of Elements
The first success is always such a sweet joy. You know you’re
fighting the good fight. You have already laid the groundwork and
feel like you are finally ready to throw your full self into things.
There's exhilaration when that weight lifts off, after you have been
put to the test and actually pass it. Like Beryllium (Be) you are light
and strong, ready to throw yourself into the next step, whatever it
may be.
Upright: First Marks of Success, Celebration,

Reversed: Lack of Support, Conflict
V
Five of Elements
Success is sweet, but it’s not all an upwards journey. Anything

worth fighting for will be a fight indeed. You’ll need all your
strength, all the tools in your arsenal, to fight your way to the top.
Boron (B), while seemingly a more simple element, has been

developed into a substance possibly stronger than diamonds, and
one that can take more heat. Strength may come from unexpected
places, but you’ll need to find that strength and use it.
Upright: Strength Against Conflict, Preparedness, Competition

Reversed: Poor Use of Strengths, Unhealthy Rivalry
VI
Six of Elements
Strong and versatile, Carbon (C) is literally the building block of life.
It’s an essential element, most especially to all those strange
carbon-based lifeforms who require it for their very existence.
Here on Earth, Carbon has proven to be a very adaptable and
resilient element.
The Six of Elements shows its adaptability to any environment:

pressed into charcoal, the living breath of trees, sharp and
glittering diamonds, even in the air we breathe. For better or
worse, carbon is a dominating presence on this planet. This card
represents success and pride, acknowledgment of one who has
come out on top.
Upright: Success, Public Acknowledgment, Victory,

Reversed: Excess Pride, Public Shame, Lack of Recognition
VII
Seven of Elements
Sometimes life requires us to dig our roots in deep, to learn to

adapt to new changes and situations if we want to remain
standing. The atomic number 7, Nitrogen (n) is rich in our air and
our soil, it’s a necessary ingredient for plant life to grow, an
essential part of the atmosphere that we all need to breathe. It’s
something all of us must interact with and use to succeed, and to
keep our successes going.
Upright: Perseverance, Basic Necessity, Necessary Growth

Reversed: Overwhelmed, Giving Up, Lacking Foundation
VIII
Eight of Elements
Just like there are periods of waiting, there are also periods of
quick motion, explosions of activity. They can be overwhelming, but
if you grab on and hold tight you can ride them out to victory.
Oxygen helps us soar, fueling our transportation and our bodies. It
keeps the fire burning fast and hot, but too much can blow up your
face if you aren’t careful.
Upright: Rapid Action, Movement, Quick Thinking

Reversed: Panic, Over-exhaustion, Need A Breath
IX
Nine of Elements
When the going gets tough, you need to stand your ground and
fight for the things that you need. Especially as you near the end
of your journey, the challenges will come at you fast and hard, and
when they come you need to be ready. Fluorine (F) is a highly
reactive substance, but when combined with other elements such
as in fluorite or teflon, it becomes strong and stable. For all the
energy it releases, it must meet something just as reactive to tear
it apart, and there isn’t much of that out there. Wrap that strength
around you, and you will be safe for the battles you need to fight.
Upright:
Reversed:
X
Ten of Elements
As with any struggle, it can be hard not to lose yourself on the

journey. No matter how worthy the goal, if you are burned out by
the end, your victory will be dimmed. The bright vermilion glow of
Neon (N) is beautiful when it’s lit, but it will fade away to an
invisible gas if it loses its charge. Don’t let your spark falter. You
know when enough is enough. Overexertion and overload can lead
to dangerous things, and there are many around you who need
you to keep your light shining bright.
Upright: Responsibility, Stability, Prioritization

Reversed: Over-stressed, Burnout, Burden
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I
Ace of Bees
A single bee and a single flower appear on the Ace of Bees. This is
the start of a journey as the first spring flower spills out stardust
that will soon become sweet and delicious honey. Although there
may be no product yet, and there is still quite a lot of work to go,
this is the first step in getting there, and the first step is always the
most important. You can never finish what you never begin, so
spread your wings and take flight. The flowers are in bloom and
there’s no better time than right now to start.
Upright: Opportunity, Prosperity, New Ventures

Reversed: Missed Opportunity, Poor Investments
II
Two of Bees
Honey is not made from the pollen of a single flower. It takes many
visits to many flowers to even begin to gather up enough. But you
cannot take on everything all at once, and the Two of Bees carries
with it the implication of choice. Two beautiful flowers and only a
single bee. It cannot possibly land on both of them at once, but
there is no reason that it cannot land on one and then the other. It
will simply need to decide on where it wants to focus its attention,
and there will be benefits all around. After all, the bee also helps
the flowers by moving its pollen around. It is a partnership that
benefits us all.
Upright: Balance of Priorities, Adapt to Change

Reversed: Loss of Balance, Overwhelmed
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III
Three of Bees
Some jobs are not meant to be done alone, and bees understand
teamwork like few other species in this world. There is no
weakness in sharing a heavy load and sometimes the company is
its own reward. There isn’t a single person alive who has all the
answers figured out. But you have skills worth sharing, and there
are people who need your strength, expertise and knowledge, just
as you may need the investment, advice and perspectives of
others to achieve your final goal.
Upright: Teamwork, Collaboration, Building

Reversed: Disorganized, Group Conflict
IV
Four of Bees
A single bee could never keep up a hive on its own. The success of
a hive takes the contribution of thousands working together to
keep the colony successful, healthy and strong. Taking on more
than you can handle is not just harmful to yourself, it can harm
what you are pouring your time and energy into. Holding on too
tightly or burning yourself out can destroy your values just as
easily as neglect. Take care of yourself; of your health, your mind
and body. Perhaps you need to take a step back to see that things
can be done a different way.
Upright: Conservation, Frugality, Balance of Burdens

Reversed: Greed, Stinginess, Possessiveness
V
Five of Bees
Where there is smoke, there is fire, and fire means destruction,

danger and fear. When bees encounter smoke, they associate that
to mean soon their home will be destroyed. So the bees will
devour their honey in order to have the strength they need to find
a new shelter and home. However, the smoke makes them
sluggish and lethargic, and conflicts with the warning chemicals
they send out to one another. Too much honey and too much
smoke can be a terrible mixture of things.
A hard loss can force you to reconsider what is important in your

life. But take care not to get lost in the restructuring or else you’ll
be caught inside the hive when the fire rains down.
Upright: Need, Experience of Loss, Insecurities

Reversed: Recovery, Charity, Improvement
VI
Six of Bees
When bees find pollen, they return to their hive to tell all the
others where to find good stuff by using a communication
technique called the waggle dance. Certain movements signify
distance, while others show the direction. In the Six of Bees, this
bee is showing us where some choice flowers might be because
bees would never keep such valuable information to themselves.
They share it freely with the others so that the whole community
can prosper. So share your knowledge, share your time, share your
wealth and the whole world will be richer for it.
Upright: Sharing, Generosity, Charity

Reversed: Stinginess, Strings Attached
VII
Seven of Bees
Any large task is rarely done quickly. It takes time, planning and
lots of careful work before the project is through. There may be
times that are harder than others, some things that may be more
exciting, some that might be exhausting to the point where you
want to give up. But as you labor over your projects, you will come
to a point when you can start to see it bloom and take shape. The
Seven of Bees takes leisurely stock of their progression. A stellar
nursery in a golden honeycomb, they’ve created a whole new part
of the universe that is now starting to take on its shining form. But
it's still not complete. They keep careful watch over its health and
its changes so that they can be prepared for the next stage to
come.
Upright: Hard Work, Perseverance, Diligence

Reversed: Work Without Results, Distractions
VIII
Eight of Bees
Eventually, hard work pays off. In the end, you will have your
rewards. Things can come together smoothly, and you’ll have
something worthwhile to hold on to, whether it is physical or not.
Inside this jar of honey is the constellation Virgo; observant,
reliable and precise. This little bee is one of it’s many creators, and
it has come to place the final seal on the lid. The last little touch
before the honey goes on the shelf, the Eight of Bees is the final,
finishing twist. That extra something special that can only come
after a job well done. You’ve completed a task, but you have also
gained wisdom and knowledge and you’re excited to pass it all
along.
Upright: Passion, High Standards, Finishing Touches,

Reversed: Uninspired, Unfinished, Lack of Motivation
IX
Nine of Bees
The benefits of your hard labor are not all in the end result. The
work you did to get there helped you along the way and the
lessons you learned are now things that can never fade. The fields
of stars you found, the connections you made, all the little pieces
that will continue to help you even after the task is complete, will
contribute to your happiness and stability for the rest of your life.
The Nine of Bees is as much about self-reliance as it is about the
end result. You’ve come so far and learned so much. It’s a
wonderful feeling to know that you have the power to stand on
your own.
Upright: Fruits of Labor, Rewards, Luxury

Reversed: Living Beyond Means, False Success
X
Ten of Bees
In the Ten of Bees we see a whole family in flight as ten fat glowing
bees lift into a twilight night, all on a path to their next destination.
Each one is its own glowing light, they are so much more together
than they would be by themselves. When you have created a
better world not only for yourself, but for those who will come
after you, the world becomes a better, safer and easier place. Your
children and their children will be able to not only reap the
benefits of your contribution, but be in a position to do more and
better than they could have ever done before. Invest yourself in
others and indulge in the brilliance of the next generation’s light.
Upright: Legacy, Culmination, Foundation for Future

Reversed: Lack of Stability, Fleeting Success
SUIT OF TIDES PAGE | 40
I
Ace of Tides
It could be said that all of the Aces carry the sense of a new start.
The first in its suit, the Ace of Tides represents an awakening
emotions and the understanding of your own heart. Intimate,
emotional and loving, the Ace tenderly embraces a new and fragile
feeling, wanting to keep it close and warm and safe. Everything
begins with a feeling, a notion you have deep down in your gut.
And we can only understand something if we accept and come to
know it. The Ace of Tides invites you to embrace it; the beginning
can be a wonderful place to start.
Upright: New Feelings, Intuition, Willingness to be Vulnerable

Reversed: Emotional Loss, Closed Off
II
Two of Tides
The Two of Tides is about connection. Something you feel that is

deep, intense and real. It lives so close to your heart it could
almost start to define you. These two are literally connected at
their core, intertwined around each other to the point where the
line between one and the other is unclear. Both are separate
pieces, working together to become whole. This connection allows
them to share something profound. They are in sync, attuned to
one another’s needs and desires; connected at the heart.
Upright: Unity, Balance, Connection

Reversed: Imbalance, Broken Communication, Tension
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III
Three of Tides
Not all important emotional bonds are romantic. The people we

surround ourselves with are extremely important to ourselves as a
whole. We are social creatures who thrive on positive connections.
The Three of Tides is the embodiment of true friendship. The
greatest moments of our lives can be completely unexpected
when you suddenly find yourself in the perfect place at the perfect
time with the perfect people. Those are the memories that will last
you a lifetime.
Upright: Friendship, Community, Happiness

Reversed: Isolation, Gossip, False Niceties
IV
Four of Tides
It can be easy to let the absence of something blind us from what

we already have. Especially when we tend to want the things that
are not within our reach. We can lose sight of the situation for
what it really is.
We live in a word of consumption, in a society that demands that

we need more and more and more. It can be hard to take a step
back and understand that what we have can already be enough.
What you have may already sustain you, do not get caught in the
tiring pursuit for more than you need.
Upright: Apathy, Dissatisfaction, Self-Absorption

Reversed: Sudden Awareness, Choosing Happiness, Acceptance
V
Five of Tides
In a world where it is easy to lose sight of what you have going in

your favor, a loss can throw that situation into an extreme. To a
point where we don't even see what's around us because we are
too focused on being left behind.
Things are constantly coming in and out of life, no matter how

precious they might be. Don't become blind to what is still right
beside you, or that can fade away, too.
Upright: Loss, Grief, Self-Pity

Reversed: Finding Peace, Moving On, Acceptance
VI
Six of Tides
Curiosity and goodwill is something that we seem to shy away from

as we grow older. We slip into habits that protect our fragile hearts
but disconnect us from the rest of society. Innocent, simple
pleasures keep us all young at heart. But the older we get the less
we are encouraged to simply stop and play.
These two young ones have taken an opportunity to explore the

world above, and they are keeping their discovered treasures safe
and dry and protected as they are mesmerized by their beauty.
The Six of Tides remembers the worlds you believed in as a child.

Those worlds are still out there, and you can still find them. Just
remember to come back to the real one every so often if you
decide to go exploring.
Upright: Familiarity, Imagination, Nostalgia, Childlike Wonder

Reversed: Ingenuine, Lack of Imagination
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VII
Seven of Tides
The world is full of beauty and potential, but you don’t need to
imagine things to see it. Even when we're in our darkest moments
there is always a touch of beauty to be found. Something to ease
our days, even if it's just a daydream to tide us over. But like this
daydreamer’s aimless descent, if we don't reach out and find our
tether, everything will drift away.
Upright: Searching for Meaning, Daydream, Everyday Beauty

Reversed: Lack of Purpose, Deviation, Confusion
VIII
Eight of Tides
Reaching out, especially when times are rough, is not always easy.
It can be a struggle to fight your way free of the crowd and find
your sense of peace. The Eight of Tides is not alone, but they are
not where they need to be. They are seeking something more,
something that better suits them. They feel an urge, a need to aim
themselves a little higher. They know the world will look much
different from above.
Upright: Walking Away, Moving On, Rise Above

Reversed: Avoidance, Fear of Change, Wrong Direction
IX
Nine of Tides
The end result may not always turn out exactly how you expect,
but eventually what you put out into the universe will return. A
beautiful gift from the world may be an unexpected sight when
you finally reach the surface, but it can sooth the heart and mind
and start healing the soul.
The Nine of Tides has made it all the way to the top. The hard part
is all behind you and it’s time to reap the rewards of a long and
sometimes difficult journey. They can now roll with the flow of the
tides. Their luck has finally come.
Upright: Satisfaction, Emotional Stability, Unexpected Reward

Reversed: Smugness, Dissatisfaction, Unearned Rewards
X
Ten of Elements
Everyone deserves their happy ending. After all our hard work it
seems only fair to be rewarded in the end. But the Ten of Tides
speaks of reward beyond anything physical or monetary. The
reward is that your legacy will live on and be remembered beyond
your time.
Our families extend past the lines drawn in blood. Those who are
our chosen beloveds are also our safe haven; be they a family
related by love, circumstance, blood, or patched together from
those found along the journey. Wherever it is that we find our
safety and happiness, the more love we let into our life, the more
love we will have to share.
Upright: Happiness to Share, Togetherness, Life Well Lived

Reversed: Family Turmoil, Disharmony,
PAGE | 45 SUIT OF STARS
I
Ace of Stars
On a bright clear day, a shuttle has just launched itself toward the
moon. A vessel of human creation that has the ability to break free
from the gravitational pull of our core, this shuttle is physical
proof that with a sharpened mind and a clear goal, you can be
unstoppable, and determination can get you to the stars. But
there is an exact science to success. All the right calculations must
be made and all the right pieces set. Clarity and reason have a
tendency to eliminate errors. A successful first stage of the
journey has now begun. A bright moment of clarity shows that you
can reach your destination if you calculate the course.
Upright: Breakthrough, Clarity, Sharp Mind

Reversed: Confusion, Chaos
II
Two of Stars
A vast ocean stretches from horizon to horizon where infinity can

be found in every direction. Above, there is a fat, full moon. The
relationship between the ocean and the moon is intimate and ever
changing. Our closest celestial neighbor pulls the water of our
world towards itself, and every molecule responds.
Gravity is an unstoppable thing.
On this ever-moving sea, a small and impractical vessel floats on a

surface that appears to be serene. The Two of Stars is a card that
speaks of careful balance; juxtaposition; stillness in the midst of
uncontrollable motion. There are two people in the small boat in
the middle of an enormous ocean, and for now, luck is on their
side. But one wave could change everything, and a change in
weather is inevitable. There’s always a brewing storm on the other
side of the horizon. It will be their choice how long they remain on
the presently calm waters, and when to row on to the safe harbor.
Upright: Temporary Truce, Stalemate, Inevitable Change

Reversed: No Right Choice, Confusion, Indecision
III
Three of Stars
The forces of destruction and creation often go hand in hand. In

the Three of Stars, triplet galaxies that once were separate entities
are slowly merging into one great massive being while
simultaneously ripping one another apart. Collision, separation,
and course-changing upheaval are an ordinary part of life. And
while they may seem painful, scary or daunting at the time, the
hardest things can also be the most beautiful. Sometimes, it just
takes a moment to see.
Upright: Necessary Destruction, Foreseen Change, Heartbreak

Reversed: Recovery, Forgiveness, Moving On
IV
Four of Stars
The view outside the window might seem like the very world is
coming to an end. An apocalyptic barrage of comets, what might
be the four horsemen burn their way across the sky, so brightly
they are visible in the hot light of day. The Four of Stars suggests
that everything may not be going right.
Sometimes doom feels like it's right on the other side of the door.
But take note of the silhouette; the person standing in a great and
peaceful room. They stand at rest, observing safely from the other
side of a golden window. Removed, they are safe from harm.
Sometimes, it’s the simplest solutions that are best. If you are
burdened, take a rest. Clear your mind. Gather your thoughts. Take
a moment to realize that those comets are only shooting stars.
Upright: Rest, Restoration, Contemplation

Reversed: Restless, Burnout, Stress
V
Five of Stars
Although it presents itself in the shape of a flower, the Five of

Stars is not representative of peace. With five beams of laser-light
and a powerfully reflective mirror, this flower-shaped vessel is
charging itself up, taking aim and getting itself prepared. It’s sites
are set on the world. There’s an electric charge in the atmosphere.
Tension builds and it’s every man for himself in times like these.
Where this vessel has come from, how far it has traveled to get
here is not entirely known, but its intentions are menacingly clear.
You know trouble when you see it. Perhaps it’s wiser to keep out
of battles you cannot hope to win. Especially if not everyone is
playing fair.
Upright: Win At All Costs, Deception, Avoid Confrontation

Reversed: Lingering Resentment, Perceived Threat
VI
Six of Stars
Far above the blue edge of the world, a fleet of starships break
free from the orbit of the Earth. Their departure is simultaneous,
scheduled and planned. Perhaps it is even necessary, and they are
prepared to leave it all behind. The ships themselves appear to be
quite advanced and their journey will take them to see the light of
new stars. New views beyond their wildest imaginings will bid to
them, "Explore. Escape. Find something better."
The Six of Stars carries with it the thrill of travel. A change of

scenery, another place, may be what is best for you. But there are
implications of leaving something behind. Take care that you don’t
run away from your problems, but please, be sure you are safe.
Upright: Transition, Travel, Moving On, Removal From Situation

Reversed: Emotional Baggage, Resisting Transition, Running Away
VII
Seven of Stars
There is an entire universe inside of your mind. The electrical

impulses that fire in our brains are what make everything
understandable, relatable and real. The Seven of Stars is not a
map of constellations, but the shape that the very universe takes.
Galaxies cluster together in these strange web-like patterns that
truly do resemble neuron activity of the human brain.
But just because something appears one way, does not

necessarily mean that’s what it truly is. Your thoughts and your
actions define you, and you are capable of such beautiful
thoughts. But there is also a hint of red in the mix of serene blue
because the warning lights are going off. Something is amiss
somewhere and you may feel the need to put up your guard.
Upright: Deception, Not What It Seems, Strategy

Reversed: Rethink Approach, Coming Clean
VIII
Eight of Stars
A single star is trapped. What appears to be a lamp is neither that

nor a cage, but a device that has closed off time. Inside, its light is
young and blue and burning hot. But that is just a clever lie. The
old red stars that surround it and the faint clouds of a planetary
nebula tell a different tale. For dust tails such as those are the last
and final breath of a star that has come to the end of its life.
The Eight of Stars would be more complete, if all eight stars could
be together. But the blue star in isolation has closed itself off. It's
stuck there in the same place it was when it was new, unable to
grow and change.
The explosion will be painful, there’s no doubt about it. But it’s so
much easier if you have someone to share it with. Don’t close
yourself off. Speak your mind. Share your thoughts. It will all be
alright in the end.
Upright: Trapped, Closed Off, Self-Victimization

Reversed: Self-Acceptance, Freedom, New Perspective
IX
Nine of Stars
Deep in the darkness of space, a vessel has traveled to

somewhere unfamiliar and only a few guiding stars can be found
amidst the black void. Only nine among billions, just beyond the
glass where a person floats, suspended and weightless in a sleep
that has lasted lifetimes. Waking up from a deep slumber can
sometimes be disorienting. Darkness can be scary because you
can’t see what’s out there. But darkness is just what comes
without light. Don’t let what you can’t see haunt you. You’ve come
so far by your own might.
Upright: Anxiety, Fear of the Unknown, Recovering From Trauma

Reversed: Reaching Out, Fearlessness, Hope
X
Ten of Stars
Collapsing under the weight of itself, the Ten of Stars is a literal

black hole. There are ten countable points of light that surround
the gravity-distorting disc; the last and final moments of a few
wayward stars. This is an empty space of inescapable nothing; a
black hole that was once a brilliant and luminous star. Something
that became so huge, so inflated and unstable that it was doomed
for an inevitable collapse.
Don’t let your burdens crush you. Sometimes, we dig our own
graves.
Upright: Collapse, Defeat, Humbling Loss,

Reversed: Can't Get Worse, Inevitable End, Only Upwards
| MINOR ARCANA - COURT PAGE | 50
Atomic Tarot
COURT
CARDS
Ruling over the four suits of the Minor Arcana, the

cards of the Court are not as much
representations of events in life, but rather, the
people in life that fill them. They could be
someone in your life, someone you have yet to
meet, or merely a reflection of your own self. We
all carry pieces of someone else inside us.
There are sixteen members of the Court who

preside over the energetic Elements, realistic
Bees, romantic Tides and idealistic Stars. Four to
each suit. The character windows for these cards
are slightly larger than the rest of the Minor
Arcana, while still maintaining the main elements
of their respective suits.
More commonly known as the Page, Knight, Queen

and King in traditional tarot decks, we wanted the
court of the Atomic Tarot to be a little less
traditional, a little less monarchical in title, so we
chose the Heart, Champion, Luminary and
Shepard for our court titles, though their
meanings are still quite similar.
Hearts (Page) of each suit carry youthful, and

active energy within them. They are inspired and
willing to believe. Champions (Knight) are already
reflections of believers and have things for which they are willing
to fight. Luminaires (Queen) offer guidance and
SELF
shine their light to clear the way. And then there
are Shepherds (King) who watch over and protect
that which is important in this world.
PAGE | 51 COURT OF ELEMENTS
HEART CHAMPION
of Elements of Elements
The catalyst. The spark that gets everyone else Passionate and determined, the Champion of
going, the Heart of Elements is full of creative Elements has the spirit of a fighter inside her. She
energy that they radiate throughout the world. stands determined and ready, poised and prepared
Fueled by a natural love of learning, there is no end for her next move. No one has ever accused her of
to the Heart’s well of enthusiasm. They are being the quiet one. The world has taught her that
innovative, creative and passionate about their nothing can change if you never dare to speak up,
ideas. A natural motivator, the Heart of Elements is but has not yet tarnished her golden heart. No one
a driving force for many things that extend beyond who knows her will be surprised to hear The
oneself. Champion’s voice among the first to be raised when
someone needs to stand up for what’s right.
Quite often darting from place to place, they are
hard to pin down. But who would want to? She is a There's a charming sense of fearlessness about her
person who enjoys new experiences. Seeing new as she throws herself into things with a flourish and
places. Learning new things. Her experiences have dramatic flare as a reflection of her desire is to
made her friendly, encouraging and smart. The ignite the world. The Champion has never known
Heart is on a constant quest for discovery, unafraid how to shy away from a challenge or an adventure,
to ask the hard questions, unafraid to learn the and is forever on an aggressive pursuit of her goals.
hard lessons. She knows it is a quest she will be on Her passion may burn hot, but it is well fueled and
the whole of her life. Yet she faces ever forward steady. This is no tiny spark but a full blown, raging
with a smile on her face. She plans to get the most fire.
she can out of life.
Upright: Action, Adventure, Fearlessness

Upright: Exploration, Excitement, Freedom Reversed: Impulsiveness, Recklessness
Reversed: Procrastination, Lack of Direction
COURT OF ELEMENTS PAGE | 52
LUMINARY SHEPHERD
of Elements of Elements
The Luminary of Elements is a stubborn little The Shepherd of Elements is a man who wants to
spitfire who will fight the good fight till it’s done. change the world. He is also exactly the man to do
She is the person who you want standing at your it. He’s never been one to walk the beaten path, but
side, but one you definitely do not want to cross. a trailblazer who forges his own unique way.
She is an intelligent woman with a silvery tongue. Challenging the norm has gathered his own truths
One who knows what she wants, and is determined and he has found both inspiration and compassion
to get it. Once her sights are set, she cannot be have taken him far. There’s so much that he has to
swayed and take pity on those who stand in her share with the world and so much more than he
way. wants to know.
A passionate and generally cheerful person who He believes there’s a chance for everyone to reach
enjoys the company of others, she is friendly and their full potential, but that progression can bring
has many friends but has always been independent. challenge and change. The Shepherd will charge
She’s a delightful entertainer. Someone who likes to forward and guide your forth. He’s an advocate for
perform for the love of the craft. Her enthusiasm bold ideas, unafraid to question and reevaluate old
can be infectious, and her restless desire to achieve and outdated ideas. He wants to fix our worldly
her goals will inspire you forward as well. woes, and to inspire others to follow his lead. His
goal is not to be a hero because it will take more
than one man to change the world, he wants to
Upright: Courage, Determination, Joy teach others to search for and stand up for the
Reversed: Selfishness, Jealousy, Insecurity things that matter.
Upright: Big Picture, Leader, Mentor

Reversed: Overbearing, Unachievable Expectations
PAGE | 53 COURT OF BEES
HEART CHAMPION
of Bees of Bees
Patient, honorable and trustworthy, The Heart of The Champion of Bees is steady as a rock. They
Bees is someone you want in your corner. The sort know the path that will get them where they need
of friend you know you can trust with your most to go, and they will diligently follow it the whole
intimate secret and know they will never hold it way. They are hard working, realistic and tend to
over your head. A down-to-earth sort of person notice all the smaller details that pull the larger
whose natural age may not be reflective of their picture together. They may not care to answer the
soul, her maturity gives her an air of responsibility call of the spotlight, but that does not make them
beyond her years. She is practical and hard lonely. They’re just more comfortable behind the
working, and while she may not be the first to scenes than on the center stage. They understand
finish, her work is always flawless. And she that there is great value and importance in the
definitely likes to work with her hands. A craftsman things that might otherwise seem mundane.
with her fingertips, she is as industrious as she is
creative, able to take things into her own hands and The Champion is a person who wants to work with
make them greater. you, to help you along your path and keep track of
the details that might slip through your fingertips.
Open to new opinions and ideas, she is on a They’re a person who keeps you grounded, and
constant quest to better herself. Willing to grow. plans for the realistic, but only to help you keep
Willing to listen. She is someone who understands sight of your destination. They would never dare to
that you can have an effect on things if you dare to crush your dreams.
get your hands dirty. After all, the world is what you
make of it so why not make it a wonderful place? Upright: Grounded, Realistic, Supportive
Reversed: Obsessive, Overbearing, Controling
Upright: Responsible, Industrious, Diligence

Reversed: Lack of Commitment, Impatience
COURT OF BEES PAGE | 54
LUMINARY SHEPHERD
of Bees of Bees
The Luminary of Bees is the kind of person who The Shepherd who tends the lambs must also fight
makes you feel at home wherever they happen to off the wolf. To provide, they must be strong
be. They are the one that you can turn to when you enough to protect the things they have around
need the comfort of trust without doubt. Love with them. They are a person who has worked hard to
no strings attached. There’s a sense of security they be where they are and for everything they’ve got,
have about their presence, an emotional sense of and will proudly help you do the same. They are
stability. strong, steady and reliable, not just physically but
emotionally. And when they are with you, they are
Whether they agree with you or not, they will stand in it for the long haul.
beside you on your path, holding your hand while
you making dreams into reality. The Luminary of With them on your side, you know that you can win,
Bees might seem old-fashioned on the surface, but not through simple luck but through all their
when you dig a little deeper, you will find a wealth perseverance. They can be meticulous, and place
of knowledge and traditions that may bring a whole high values on security. But they’ll give everything
new light to your journey. they’ve got to help you get where you need to be.
Upright: Nurturing, Emotional Stability, Practical Upright: Protection, Reliable, Loyalty, Pride
Reversed: Self-Centered, Jealous, Possessive Reversed: Greed, Indulgence, Selfishness
PAGE | 55 COURT OF TIDES
HEART CHAMPION
of Tides of Tides
Of course The Heart is a romantic little thing. The most loyal and loving of all the Champions is
Someone unafraid to let their emotions show, they the Champion of Tides. They are a person who will
see the world in a light of beauty and wonder give themselves, unquestioningly, to the point
others may never understand. With their where they wear themselves thin. Though they may
invigorating and intuitive sense of romance and seem delicate on the surface and their heart can be
imagination, they tend to make friends and fall in easily bruised, their compassion and dedication
love easily. Perhaps it’s their strong sense of runs as thick as the blood within their veins.
empathy, or their loyal and poetic nature.
They tend to be a more introverted sort,
It’s always been as easy as breathing for them to introspective and refined. Not so much a shy violet
make new friends. They have a way of making as one who only likes speaking when they have
everyone feel special and included. Even now, they something they want to say. They appreciate the
are telling stories to their new friend. A believer, quieter, tender moments that bring out the peace
daydreamer and storyteller, they take everything to and beauty of life.
heart and hold it dear and close.
Upright: Loyal, Idealist, Refined, Introverted

Upright: Dreamer, Intuitive, Emotional, Reversed: Moody, Obsessive, Reclusive
Reversed: Immature, Insecure, Flighty
COURT OF TIDES PAGE | 56
LUMINARY SHEPHERD
of Tides of Tides
If you want someone who will walk with you through Ever peaceful, tolerant and caring, the Shepherd of
your dreams, the Luminary of Tides will guide you. Tides is a wizened master of the world they have
They’re the sort of person who always seems to be worked hard to shape and form. They can be very
drifting, but in truth knows where they’re going far passionate in the things that matter to them, and
better than most. Mysterious and otherworldly, you will find that a great deal does. But they have
they’re the person who you’d want to have deep learned how to harness and temper that passion
meaningful conversations with more than you into the diplomatic empathy of a good leader. They
would want them to do your taxes. Their strengths are calm, careful and diplomatic, a classy and
lie in intuition, a spiritual and healing sort of socially responsible individual who has faced their
character, they are able to express themselves challenges with grace and humility.
quite easily through metaphor.
The Shepherd has learned their lessons of life by
A person who seems to understand the experiencing the world, seeing many things and
complexities of relationships better than others, touching many lives. But more than that, they have
they are a good source of counsel in the arenas of learned where to use that knowledge in becoming a
friendship and love. One who pulls others to them tolerant and wise ruler.
easily, their family is ever-growing. They will be your
guide with a gentle hand and a faraway gaze.
Upright: Balance, Compassion, Control

Upright: Compassionate, Calm, Councilor Reversed: Aloof, Cold, Removed
Reversed: Insecure, Martyr, Secretive
PAGE | 57 COURT OF STARS
HEART CHAMPION
of Stars of Stars
Though the surface may seem artificial, the Heart of The Champion of Champions, this Star is too bright
Stars possesses a shining heart and brilliant mind. for their own good. She’s always been one to
Adaptable and full of potential, she’s always been a challenge the norm, to question old ideas and to
quick study, able to take on new knowledge and fight for things worth fighting for. Justice and
apply it almost effortlessly. Flexible to change she equality have always been part of her basic
knows the world is in constant motion and programming. Clever to the core, The Champion of
understands she needs to keep moving if she plans Stars may be bold and opinionated, but they
to keep up. possess the most noble heart of anyone you know.
Technologically adept, she is excited by the ideas of She can be stubborn and direct, especially when
expansion and freedoms brought by knowledge. there’s a chance she’s right. Unafraid to demand
She has high hopes for the future and wants the the truth of authoritative figures, she’ll never shy
world to be connected. away from a debate. Never turn her eyes from hard
knowledge. Ever moving forward, she moves to
Upright: Adept, Fast Learner, Curious, Expansive make this world a more illuminated place.
Reversed: Deceptive, Manipulative, Arrogant
Upright: Action, Defending Belief, Righteous

Reversed: Unpredictable, Disobedient
COURT OF STARS PAGE | 58
LUMINARY SHEPHERD
of Stars of Stars
An honest and brilliant soul, the Luminary of Stars The Shepherd of Stars is a man who plans ahead. A
has lit the way for countless others that have strategist as much as a counselor, the Shepherd is
followed after her luminous glow. She is a woman a person who leads because others trust his
of both intuition and clear and mindful thoughts. judgment. He’s man of strong convictions and
Though she may use her heart to guide her, she follows a strong moral compass; the sort of level-
uses the facts to back it up. headed and compassionate person you want calling
the shots. His high ideals and objective reasoning
She is a problem solver and an insightful individual make him a fair and insightful being.
who has both experienced and perceived the world
as the challenge and wonderful gift that it is. A Dependable, reliable and designed to last, the
teacher and mentor, she encourages others to find Shepherd can be patient and has the drive to keep
their own truths that are out there and is happy to going. Quietly supportive and damn near
light their path along the way. incorruptible, he is often given the power of
command. People trust him to get the job done and
know that it will be done well.
Upright: Clear Minded, Logical, Perceptive, Guide
Reversed: Cold, Calculated, Authoritative Upright: Disciplined, Reliable, Incorruptible
Reversed: Manipulative, Cruel, Stubborn
PAGE | 59 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
“We want to express our deepest appreciation to all of those who contributed to and supported this
project. Without each and everyone of you this would have never have been possible and we thank
you with all our hearts.
Special Thanks To:

A.J. French, Aennea, Alyssa Hayes, Amanda Autobee, Amanda Berger, Ananda ‘Nandi’ Walker, Andrew B. Bartels, Andrew Tarot,
Ashley Peterson, Ashley-Nicole Sullivan, Brittany, Carol Nation, Casey, Chantelle Marie Newbury, Cheryl, Chris R, Conner D,
DalePhals, Danya, David E. Koch, Desertdreameraz,, Doug & Trisha Viener, E.B. Miller, Elizabeth M. Sanchez, Elizabeth Parks,
Ellen Boucher, Gabi Pezoa, Guinevere, James Scott, Jason Aoki, Jes Richards, Jo Lister, Jon Hudson, Julia B. Ellingboe, Kat
Matthews, Katie Daly, Kay Starkand, Kay Starkand, Kelley J, Kelly P, Kiya Nicoll, Laurel Simpson, Lexi Van Dyck, Liana Burnside,
Linda Bridges, Lisa Frideborg, Mandy, Maya Nestingen, Meej Jupin, Mel B!, Michael Garcia, Molly Perez, Monster Alice, Nicole
Croom, Nik Wilcox, Preston, Rebecca Malsin, Rev. Michael J. Dangler, Rob Steinberger, RoseRed Robinson, Rubiee Tallyn ,
Hayes, Sabrina Dreyer, Samantha Hamilton, Samantha Kocsis, ShelbyMelissa, Stephanie Coffin, Susan Adami, Tania, Taylor M,
The really rather wonderful Greg Robinson, Traci Whitehead, Trzes, Vertigorose, Victoria Dickerson

In honor of Maureen “A.J.” Ramey, our Champion.

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CREATED BY ATOMIC PIXIES

Atoms: the building blocks of the universe. They

Science, at its core, is about the observation of

Much like the elements on the periodic table are

The remaining cards in the deck are known as the

Atomic Tarot Equivalents

Atomic Elements = Wands | Clubs | Fire

The Major Arcana is a 22 card set within the tarot

Beginning with the innocent wonder of The Fool to

We tried to fill our cast of this tarot deck with a

And so, as we follow the Fool on their journey, our

major heart of the cards.

At one time, the atom-bomb was regarded as

Appropriately, the number of the Fool is zero, a

The tree grows and the explosion glows in a basin

politics and rivalries because his ideas were ahead

Upright: Determination, Dexterity,

Reversed: Communication Blocks, Confusion,

The Magician is full of active energy. Creative,

Originality, mystery, and the ability to stand on

This can cause others to see him as a bit eccentric,

Priestess has access to it all. She is literally

Upright: Hidden Talents, Intuition, Mystery,

Reversed: Information Withheld, Lack of Personal

She has strong ties to the number two - an even,

She sits restful, mindful and waiting, with a world

The Empress is most definitely a symbol of

Her belly is literally fertile, overflowing and full of

Upright: New Opportunities, Abundance,

Reversed: Domestic Problems, Stagnation,

The Empress walks alone in a vast field of wheat

The Emperor is plugged into the world, not only a

Leadership and stability for the future are

The Emperor must rule with authority, law and

universe behind us all. Not with the hope of

Some are open to his message; open to learning

Upright: Education, Higher Learning, Seeking

For many, Carl Sagan introduced and lead a

This is a card that speaks of harmony, balance,

expected, and there is no promise of a safer path,

In the image of The Lovers, an angel protects his

Upright: Big Choices, Commitment, Alluring

VI Reversed: Broken Relationship, Infidelity, Failure

But love is so much more than reaction. It can give

Upright: Journey, Ambition, Confidence, Drive,

Reversed: Lack of Direction, Scattered Energy,

Ruling Planet: Moon

In the card of the Chariot we join again with the

A pause in the midst of motion, the Chariot carries

The occulted sun marks a significant place of her

harnessing its power to your benefit. We witness a

Upright: Confidence, Empowerment, Inner-

Reversed: Hedonism, Lack of Self-Control,

In the dark of a cage is a beautiful girl, trapped

She is standing proof that gentleness does not

Strength is never where we expect to find it; not in

Strength’s advice is courage and inner strength.

The Hermit has accepted this, and has learned

If you can do what you can do, that can be