King of Wands
The King sits authoritatively upon a stone throne decorated with lions and salamanders that bite their own tails, forming perfect, complete circles of eternal fire. He holds a massive, flowering wooden scepter in his right hand.
A small, living salamander crawls on the floor next to his throne. His gaze is intense and focused on a distant point beyond the frame—he represents the conscious mind fully unified with the divine will, utilizing the fire of creation to build a lasting, glorious empire.
Upright
The King of Wands sits at the absolute peak of visionary authority. Upright, he represents the grand entrepreneur, the pioneer, or the magnetic leader who rules through unshakeable willpower, honor, and strategic execution. He calls you to step forward and lead with total conviction.
Reversed
Reversed, the King degrades into a high-handed tyrant, a ruthless dictator, or an impulsive megalomaniac who uses his powerful position to crush opposition. It warns that your unbridled ambition has severed your connection to reality, leading to an inevitable collapse.