Cards in the suit of Wands generally represent energy, enterprise, vitality, growth and progress.

Ace of Wands - Pictured in this card is the hand of God holding out a flowering wand. The Ace of Wands signifies that something of a creative nature is being offered: the beginning of an enterprise, of a journey, of an adventure, of one of life's memorable episodes. It often represents a birth, or foretells the arrival of an invitation (which you should seriously consider accepting). The cancellation of such an enterprise, the deferral of a journey, a false start or thwarted promise of success.

Two of Wands - Illustrated on this card is a lord looking out on the world from his carefully-constructed, strong battlements. The Two of Wands signifies the bold undertaking of an enterprise, tempered with careful planning and genuine ability. It is a sign of achievement in business and plans. It may indicate a person of generous capacities but with a proud and unforgiving nature. The restlessness that comes from the inability to begin something, or the refusal to do something, or the fear of doing something, or a good beginning that has gone wrong (or which careful foreplanning will counsel against beginning). Things should be clarified to prevent misunderstandings; organization and order is needed in your personal life.

Three of Wands - The picture on this card is of an established merchant watching his ships come into port. The Three of Wands stands for the merchant, the businessperson who tends what is his and offers valuable help to his fellows. Someone may be willing to give assistance, or to join you in partnership. Cooperation is called for; the seed well-planted can grow. The card carries the possible indication of established strength and wealth and power, with a caution against pride and arrogance. Offered help may not be trustworthy, established wealth may slip away; there is a possibility of treachery. Check carefully before moving ahead; do not be overconfident or careless.

Four of Wands - On this card, the picture is of four wands holding up a canopy for a celebration. The Four of Wands stands for the end of a period of labor, the day's rest and rewards, a job well done, peace, prosperity, harmony, with the added implication of romance. The day's work may not be enough, that rewards may not be forthcoming, that the task at hand may be harder than was anticipated; the job is probably doable, but at a much greater effort than was foreseen; romance may still be available, but it has not yet been completely won (if you care, show it now!)

Five of Wands - Pictured here are five young men fighting with five wands or clubs. The Five of Wands represents bold and inharmonious competition, serious quarrels, battle and struggle for a cause or a purpose. Boldness and courage in entering the fray may bring rewards to offset the battle scars. Be firm; state and stick to the facts. New opportunities, victories won after some difficulty. Harmony is available to you; don't be too defensive to accept the offered attention and generosity.

Six of Wands - Illustrated here are a victorious commander carrying a laurel on his staff; his men, marching beside him, have five more staves. The Six of Wands represents good news, the victorious end of a battle, success after toil, advancement in one's field, helpful friends and alliances. Have faith and keep trying; you can win! Portending the delay of rewards, difficulty in getting things together, successful enemies, proud and inconsiderate victors. Don't build up tension, even though things may not be going well.

Seven of Wands - On this card, a brave young man fights with his staff six opponents also armed with staves. The Seven of Wands indicates victory through courage, the ability to win through inner strength and to succeed against opposition through boldness and industry. This is a card of success despite competition and pressure. You will see things more clearly if you rest from undue tensions. A time for definite decision; your position appears weak but is stronger than you think. Don't make unwise decisions or feel threatened, but don't retreat from the struggle either.

Eight of Wands - The picture on this card is of eight wands in the air, about to come to rest after a long flight over land. The Eight of Wands portends advancement, probably too-rapid advancement, great haste (possibly at the expense of too much energy), nearing one's goal, and sometimes love messages or business travel. Delays, lack of progress, possibly jealousy and worry. Control your emotions; they will not help you solve problems. This is a time to avoid force or pressure, a time to think about things a little more. A small adjustment could solve everything.

Nine of Wands - In the card's picture, tall wands form the boundary protected by a tired, battle-scarred man. The Nine of Wands portends a pause in the struggle, a resting and re-marshalling of strength, the possession of enough power to win a victory after long effort. It carries meanings of health, strength, obstinacy. Hold on to your endeavor and to your faith. Weakness, unpreparedness, the lack of enough strength to win, no rest from a losing battle, many obstacles. Try not to bend under the difficulties; try to keep up the effort.

Ten of Wands - Illustrated is a man carrying a too-heavy burden of ten wands. The Ten of Wands indicates an unwise clinging to burdens, an unwise use of power, tremendous responsibilities (do you prefer your life this way?). It also represents the trial by ordeal, the spirit tested and tried and refined through pain, a cross to bear, a problem that should be solved soon. A too-great burden, or someone trying to unload his burden on others. Energies are being wasted in the wrong direction; take another look at your goal to get back on course.

The Page of Wands - is ALWAYS associated with a young person, one who brings news, messages, or information. The source of the information is generally a close friend or relative. It also describes a person who wears his passions on his sleeve, being quick in affection and quick to anger. A cruel, unstable, domineering nature - in its worst form, it may foretell an abusive relationship. It may also foretell the arrival of bad news.

The Knight of Wands - represents a young man full of energy and vitality, effusive and generous but possibly cruel, hasty and self-absorbed. This card may also foretell a change of residence, a quick departure, or (as with any of the knights) the sudden coming or going of a matter. An interfering force, a lover possessed by jealousy, a creator of conflict, a source of frustration and confusion.

The Queen of Wands - represents an energetic and vital woman, able to attract the things and people she wants. She has both a loving nature and practical abilities, with sound judgement. If she represents some principle rather than an actual person (depending on the card's placement in your reading and the nature of your question) then she may represent success in undertakings, love of home and hearth, kindness, understanding and generosity. An unwise, obstinate, vengeful person or influence, domineering and given to sudden and unexplained reversals of feeling.

The King of Wands - represents either a person or a principle. He may be a bright, able, well-off person of strong feelings and sufficient wealth, probably married with a family, who may at times be a bit hasty. Alternatively, the card may represent the traits of honesty, friendliness, strong feelings, unexpected discovery of a heritage, or a good marriage. An intolerant and prejudiced nature, or the possibility of being unrealistically high-principled, severe and ruthless in judgement.