Congratulations, brave warrior: you have defeated enemies, won battles and overcome hardships to get here. The Ace of Swords is symbolic of your feats; the upright sword represents the mind and the intellect, while the wreath at the tip reflects your victory. But don’t get too comfortable. See those jagged mountains in the background? They suggest that things are going to be a little rocky for some time to come, so stay strong and focus on your goal.

Just like all Sword cards in the Tarot, this one is double-edged. To quote one Uncle Ben, with great power comes great responsibility. It’s up to you to wield your metaphorical sword for the right reasons (i.e. to help people, not to kill people / take over the world.)

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