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A collection from the SMT wiki and Astrology Answers. The Magician

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In tarot readings, the Magician Arcana is commonly associated with action, initiative, self-confidence, immaturity, manipulation, and power (more specifically, the power to harness one's talents).

Personas of the Magician Arcana are commonly Personas excelling towards Magic, particularly towards Fire-based spells. As the name suggests, mythological figures associated with the Magician Arcana are often associated with magic themselves, though some are fire deities rather than magicians.

Characters of the Magician Arcana are, as of Persona 3, typically the first male friend (and Social Link) of the protagonist, and are typically perverted male characters, with the only exception to this being Yuka Ayase, the female Magician character from Megami Ibunroku Persona. Furthermore, they also serve as the best friend, right-hand man and/or second-in-command to the protagonist.

A common trait shared between members of the Magician Arcana is their strong vision and aspiration for the future, and fulfilling their inner potential. Because of this, they might often have the tendency to live inside their minds, which is very prominent with Kenji Tomochika, who ended up mixing up his dreams of dating his teacher with reality. This helps them show a strong sense of confidence, but this only serves as an attempt to shield themselves from a serious inferiority complex (or an identity crisis in Morgana's case).

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You're creative, enthusiastic, and you have everything you need to accomplish your current goals. You've got a determined attitude and you're usually optimistic about your situation. Your decisions have positive outcomes, and your hunches are usually right. You're good at creating success because you know how to use your skills and resources to get what you want. You're creative and always on the lookout for new ways to solve old problems.

You also know how to concentrate your energy and focus it on what needs to be done. Commitment isn't a problem. Once you know what you need to do and why you need to do it, you've got the tenacity to get there. You'll shove distractions out of the way and apply yourself, pulling together everything that's necessary in order to be successful. Even if you're a bit worried about how something is going to unfold, you manage to stay positive and not let others see your concern.

Of course, you do face challenges, like we all do. You may have the skills but be too hesitant or lazy to use them. Or, because you're so good at realizing what you've got and how to use it, you might start to manipulate others into seeing things your way or doing things for you. This isn't always a good idea, for once someone realizes your ulterior motives, things could backfire. You can be a bit unrealistic in your desires or plans and it may be hard for you to come back down to reality again.

The High Priestess

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Originally named the Popess, portrayed as an old woman with an open book, the Priestess Arcana is a symbol of hidden knowledge or other untapped power, wisdom, female mystery and patience when it appears in tarot readings.

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Priestess Arcana are commonly associated with healing and support attributes. Mythological figures of the Priestess Arcana are usually crone archetypes, goddesses of wisdom, witches, female mages or priestess figures themselves.

Individuals associated with the Priestess Arcana are usually quiet, reserved, hardworking and very intelligent. They are often modest and shy, and won't open up to the protagonist until much later in their Social Links as compared with other characters. A recurring theme with Priestess characters is that they have an inferiority complex due to growing under highly exigent family members, as in the cases of Fuuka Yamagishi, Yukiko Amagi and Makoto Niijima.

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You have wisdom, allure, and a hunger for knowledge. You know how to access and use your higher mind, and that's what this card is all about. There's a lot of intuition and intelligence represented here. You know who you are and you're learning to trust your hunches, for they've often proved to lead you in the right direction, even when logic and reason might make a strong case for another choice.

Your unconscious and conscious worlds blend easily. You understand the sentiment that the world is always and never the same, and that change is the only constant in life. You rarely get freaked out about the way that things unfold. You've learned to trust the transformation, but more than that, you've learned to trust yourself. You don't see a distinction between the tangible and the non-tangible — for you, they're all part of the same reality. Because of this, people see you as wise and come to you for guidance and counsel.

Like everyone else, though, you're a work in progress. Sometimes you don't listen to the advice of others, because you know you're right. Even if that's the case, let others air their views. You just might learn something! When life gets hectic, you tend to overthink things rather than reach down into your inner self to find the answer. You can't listen to your intuition if you're too busy listening and talking to everyone else about what's going on! Saying too much to the wrong people can often work against you rather than in your favour.

The Empress

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In tarot readings, the Empress represents mothers, prosperity, creativity, sexuality, abundance, fertility, protection, and comfort (most often in helping maintain peace around them like an ideal mother would.)

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Empress Arcana are often Personas excelling in Ice-based attacks with healing powers also relatively common; they are usually important female figures, and many are queens and mother goddesses of some sort.

Within the Persona universe, the Empress Arcana often belongs to women of authority or wise and motherly figures.

Characters under this Arcana may also be cold-hearted in personality, but still present a high degree of care and concern towards others. And like queens, they are also very elegant in character.

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No matter what gender you are, you readily embrace your femininity — you’re nurturing, compassionate, and sensual, with a deep appreciation for beauty and harmony. You live life to the fullest, enjoying all the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and touches that your senses bring to you. You like to pamper and be pampered. You’re probably artistic, especially when it comes to self-expression. Others are drawn to your gentle, comforting, self-assured nature.

The Empress is considered to be a card of fertility, and you're certainly not short on new ideas or creative inspiration! Your projects are often successful, provided that you stick with them until the end. Connecting with nature is important to you; it puts you in a more receptive mindset where new ideas and concepts can be born. You're actually quite lucky when it comes to getting what you want — but it's not luck, not really. You just know how to care for yourself and use your ingenuity to make your visions a reality.

Of course, you do face challenges. Your feelings get hurt easily when you think someone has slighted you or taken you for granted, and when this happens, you are prone to sulking and making things more dramatic than they need to be. Finding a way to express yourself through a creative avenue like art, music, or even a sport will help you keep things harmonious so that people can see how truly wonderful you really are!

The Emperor

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In tarot readings, the Emperor symbolizes the desire to control one's surroundings, and its appearance could suggest that one is trying too hard to achieve this, possibly causing trouble for others; some elements in life are just not controllable.

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Emperor Arcana are Personas typically excelling in lightning-based and physical attacks; these Personas are almost always kings or emperor figures, but may simply be important male figures and deities. Typically, the king of a mythological pantheon is of the Emperor Arcana.

Within the Persona universe, characters of the Emperor Arcana are often male leaders or father figures (or both). Often times, the Emperor character is troubled by something very personal and doesn't know how to deal with it.

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You're the father figure of your group, no matter what gender you are! People see you as solid and dependable, someone who is protective and who will help them to reach their goals. Your guidance and wisdom are valued. You're assertive and easily take charge of situations, creating calm where there once was chaos. You quickly earn people's respect. You are intelligent and have much to share, and you do so willingly - almost effortlessly. You're a natural teacher, leading by example.

You're not one to take unnecessary risks. You do things by the book, in the tried and true manner. You have strong principles and morals, and you live your life by them. It takes a lot to impress you, and even more to get back into your favour once you've been offended. You don't suffer fools lightly, and you can't abide disrespect or bad manners. You're very much a mind-over-matter type of person, and rarely let your heart rule your head. You'll listen to the opinions of others, but you'll make up your own mind about things. You're not afraid to fight for what you believe in.

Like everyone else, you are a work in progress. It's easy for you to come across as bombastic and controlling to those who don't know you, and even to those who do, especially when you're stressed or vexed about something. In fact, you can get downright bossy — patience is something that you need to work on. More self-control as you work towards succeeding in your long-term goals will help you to achieve them quicker, and with more adoration and respect than you ever dreamed possible.

The Hierophant

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The Hierophant is a symbol of education, authority, conservatism, obedience to rules and relationship with the divine. The definition of a "hierophant" is a person who interprets sacred mysteries or esoteric principles, and the term was originally used to name ancient Greek priests who did so. This Arcana's original name, however, is the Pope, the male counterpart of the Popess (Priestess in the series).

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Hierophant Arcana have no weaknesses, but no particular strengths as well. Hierophant mythological figures tend to mirror Priestess figures, being male priests, gods of wisdom or divine beings.

Characters of the Hierophant Arcana are often older than the protagonist, and are typically quite wise and logical. The most common connection between Hierophant characters, however, is their association (and obsession) with the past.

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You're pretty conventional in your approach to life. You don't like to challenge the established way of doing things, and often feel uncomfortable with change. Traditions —whether they're religious, family, or otherwise — are important to you, and you like to stick to your customary way of doing things. You've adopted a “well, we've always done it this way” outlook, which usually serves you well, but care must be taken that you're not perceived to be too serious or dour, or too set in your ways.

You do well in like-minded groups, preferring the company of people with similar views and outlooks to your own. Your spirituality and your values are of utmost importance to you. You like to exchange ideas and you're eager to learn new concepts about your values and tenets, provided they're not too far out of your comfort zone. You're a good teacher, too, for in sharing with others you provide and receive food for thought. You strive to lead by example.

You do have your shortcomings, though, as everyone does. You can be far too rigid, stubborn in your ways, and dogmatic as you cling to outdated ideas and values. At times, you get so frustrated that you do something outrageous and completely out of character, just to get people's attention. You have to work on finding that proverbial happy medium where you're both comfortable with who you are and what you believe, yet also willing to grow and evolve.

The Lovers

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In tarot readings, the Lovers Arcana initially represented two paths life could lead to, and thus a symbol of standing at a crossroad and needing to make a decision. Today, however, it is portrayed more of a symbol of love and romantic relationships, although it can also be a symbol of finding agreement with an ordinary friend or even two conflicting elements within. This can explain that the designs of the card for most Persona entries are centered around a male and female character, though the original card shows a man who must choose between one mature and serious woman and a young and beautiful woman, with Cupid above his head preparing to shoot a single arrow. This drawing is more representative of the idea of hesitation and decision between the "right" way and the "easy" way. Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Lovers Arcana are commonly associated with Support-Healing attributes; these Personas are usually fairies or important figures in history or mythology that were known as the wife (or husband) of another figure. Though in some cases, they are beings associated with the union of two people, or in a more general term, deities/beings that are associated with love and/or union. A commonality among individuals of the Lovers Arcana is their popularity, cheerfulness, and their emphasis on social interaction. Lovers characters are almost always the "popular" ones, if not, then they are the "spirited" ones.

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You strive for balance and harmony. You know what your personal philosophies are, although you're open-minded and willing to adapt when new and more appropriate information comes your way. You've got great faith in your ability to deal with whatever life throws at you, but you don't like upheaval. When things get too chaotic, you withdraw from them, seeking shelter elsewhere until either they've calmed down or you've moved on. You want to experience everything that life has to offer, so you may not stay in one place for too long.

Your life seems filled with choices. More than anyone else, you seem to have a lot of potential in many areas, and sometimes it's hard to know which way to walk first. You usually go for the most simple solution, but you have to pause and ask yourself if this is indeed the right one. Sometimes the path less travelled is the one that brings you the highest rewards, particularly when it comes to soul-growing events.

Of course, you have your shortcomings, just as everyone does. You argue with yourself on a regular basis and often find it difficult to make choices. It's easy for you to take things out of context. When it comes to relationships, they're often unequal, with your tendency either to take too much control or let the other person have too much control over you. Give and take is one thing, but with you, it often turns into a battle. You can have many successful and happy relationships with friends and coworkers, but you have to be at peace with the relationship you have with yourself first.

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Portrayed as a king leading a chariot made up of two differently colored horses (in some cases mythical creatures). The Chariot Arcana is a symbol of victory, conquest, self-assertion, self-confidence, control, war, and command.

Personas of the Chariot Arcana are commonly Personas excelling in Physical-based attacks. They are almost invariably warrior figures or mythological war deities.

Characters who are of the Chariot Arcana are typically very driven individuals, who have a personal goal that they aim to achieve at any cost. It is not uncommon for Chariot characters to be short-tempered or aggressive. Combat-wise, they also tend to focus on physical attacks rather than magic.

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You like to be in control and hate to see things stagnate. You need to be constantly moving, or at least constantly planning how to get ahead. When things start to slow down, you'll find a way to get them moving and shaking again! You're very goal-oriented, and you'll reach them, too — as long as you stay focused. You've got a strong competitive urge and you like to come out on top. You're certainly not backward about coming forward!

You're often at your best when you have to assert yourself and take charge of the situation. You're confident in expressing your needs to others, for you know that no man is an island and you can't do everything by yourself. You have faith in your capabilities, and you know who you are and what you want. You're determined and assertive, but you need to watch that this assertiveness doesn't come on too strong. Many people don't know what to do with someone who is direct and truthful!

Like everyone else, you have your faults, and there are times when your life seems to spin out of control. In an effort to find some kind of balance again, sometimes you take too much control, coming across as aggressive and bossy. You cannot control everything, and at times like this, you have to prioritize and pick your battles wisely. You don't have to be in control of everything, and often it's best not to be. It gives others a chance to grow and to learn things that will enhance their own lives.

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Portrayed as a woman holding a sword and balance, the Justice Arcana symbolizes a strict allegory of justice, objectivity, rationality and analysis. In tarot readings, it means that one will have to face a trial of their justice.

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Justice Arcana are commonly Personas excelling in Light-based affinities. Justice Personas are usually various orders of angels, and are otherwise deities of justice, order or vengeance. As of Persona 3, every Persona of the Justice Arcana in the hands of the protagonist is an angel.

Commonly, characters of the Justice Arcana are concerned with matters of fairness, and otherwise are very stoic individuals.

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You see right and wrong, up and down, stop and go, and very few shades of gray. You constantly examine your actions and try to be fair to everyone without compromising yourself. You're honest and truthful and you expect the same from others. You believe strongly in the laws of karma, and you know that what goes around comes around. You take responsibility for your actions, and you're not afraid to admit you’re wrong and try to correct things that didn't turn out how you thought they would.

You expect the world to be fair and you get disillusioned and upset when it isn't. This often motivates you to make changes – on a personal level, by perhaps dropping inappropriate friendships or changing jobs where you don't agree with the company policies, and on a global level, by getting active in organizations who represent your core beliefs. You're uncompromising when it comes to truth, justice, and what's fair, and you're not afraid to make life-changing decisions to stay aligned with your principles.

Like everyone else, you're a work in progress, and you do have an uptight side. You hate to think that you made a mistake, and will sometimes you’ll try to pass off the blame so that you don't taint your reputation. Of course, when the truth comes out – and it always does – you'll be in a worse place than had you just owned up to your error. You tend to be critical and judgmental, particularly when you're tired. You're very often your own worst enemy, too. Don't be so hard on yourself!

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Portrayed as an old man in a dark place or cave, holding up a lantern, the Hermit is associated with wisdom, introspection, solitude, retreat and philosophical searches.

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Hermit Arcana are commonly Personas excelling in Mental-Ailment skills. Mythological figures associated with the Hermit Arcana are usually hermits themselves, or are otherwise figures or deities that exist and operate behind the scenes.

Similarly, Hermit Arcana characters share the commonality of placing themselves in situations that hide them from the public eye. Hermit individuals hide away from others or act in more supportive roles rather than putting themselves in the spotlight.

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You need to know what makes things tick. You spend a lot of time in your head seeking answers. You're hungry for knowledge and have a need to understand. You can't just dismiss things; you have to know the whys and hows. You'll keep looking until you find the answers, until you find the truth. The more you learn, the more you grow, and you're not afraid to change your beliefs, philosophies, or goals to adapt to the new truth that you uncover.

Material wealth isn't as important to you as spiritual wealth. You are more concerned with growing your soul than growing your bank balance. That's not to say your goal is to be a pauper! No, you'd just rather spend your time reading and researching and learning. You'd rather spend your money on experiences than things. You don't need to be with people all of the time. You're not standoffish or withdrawn, but you do appreciate solitude and the time that you spend in your own company.

Of course, you've got your challenges, just like everyone else. Sometimes you don't take enough time on your own for your meditation and spiritual practice; sometimes you take too much, and it interferes with your family and social obligations. You can get too far out there when it comes to your mystical pursuits, and that can work against you in the long run. You have to always strive to find the balance between being with others and honouring your time alone, and when areas of your life start to put pressure on you, it can create anxiety and frustration until you find a way to balance them.

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The Fortune Arcana is portrayed by the Wheel of Fortune and symbolizes fate, luck, fortune and opportunity. Personas of this Arcana often specialize in Wind-based abilities. They are depicted as mythological figures or deities that control fate / omens.

Human characters of the Fortune Arcana are usually individuals who attempt to seize their own destiny in spite of fate and are typically involved with making important choices and decisions in response to what life throws at them.

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You're always going from one thing to the next. You appreciate that the only constant in life is change, and you do your best to take it all in your stride. You know that life is a series of ups and downs. You don't mourn the ups once they've passed, because you have the memories and the assets that they brought to you. Similarly, you don't cling to the downs, or gripe and moan about them. Oh sure, we all vent, but once you've got it out of your system, you move back into the swing of things, knowing that this too shall pass.

You're not one to wait for things to happen. If you see something you want, you pursue it! When things get tough, you get involved to turn them back into assets again. You're usually fairly optimistic and nothing gets you down for long. You understand that there's no point in crying over what you can't have or what you've lost. Nothing in life is ever permanent, nor is it guaranteed. You also appreciate that what goes around comes around, so you always try to do the best you can. You work to be as understanding and kind as possible so that the seeds you sow will yield positive rewards.

You're not perfect, and like everyone else, you've got your share of challenges. When things start to happen too fast you get anxious, and nervous energy sets in. You don't like the feeling that things are spinning out of control. Sometimes when this happens, you try to hang onto what needs to change, and of course, that only creates more problems and headaches. Nothing remains the same, even if you don't like the changes you're experiencing. Don't take unnecessary risks when you feel this imbalance. It won't do you any favours in the long run!

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Portrayed as a young woman holding up a terrifying beast (more often a lion), the Strength Arcana symbolizes an imagery beyond the Beast And Beauty, and is associated with the morality about the stronger power of self-control, gentleness, courage and virtue over brute force. In tarot readings, it can also represent creative or physical energy that needs to be or is about to be unleashed, sometimes out of desire to be recognized. The card is also named Fortitude in some decks, further giving meanings revolving on courage.

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Strength Arcana are commonly Personas excelling in Physical attributes. Archetypes embodied by Strength Arcana Personas are warrior figures and heroes, or are figures that embody strength of body or character.

A commonality between characters of the Strength Arcana is their strength of heart. Strength characters are not upset easily and typically portray the fortitude that the Strength card represents in readings.

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You're strong, and not necessarily physically. Your strength comes from your integrity – and sometimes even from your vulnerability – because you have to be strong enough to face disappointment and pain if you're going to remain open to everything the world has to offer to you. You've got stamina and tenacity, and you're determined and persistent when it comes to pursuing your goals. You proceed with patience.

You also have great power when it comes to compassion and understanding. Your love is fierce and your kindness builds the most resilient bridges. You're secure enough in who you are that you give others the space to be who they are without feeling threatened and without needing to try to control them. You're very aware of your knee-jerk reactions and your instinctive behaviour, and you temper them accordingly. You apply strength and courage with kindness to everything you do, and you hold your own until you see the results you want.

Like everyone else, though, you're a work in progress, and you've still got some issues to overcome. Anytime that your inner strength is off-balance, it's a sign of weakness. Those who are truly strong never resort to manipulating or bullying others. At times like these, your self-confidence falters and you start to doubt your integrity. Self-discipline is often difficult for you, and at times your temper may get the better of you.

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Portrayed as a man hanging upside-down from one leg with his other leg crossing it, forming a "4"; the Hanged Man Arcana is associated with self-sacrifice for the sake of enlightenment, the bindings that makes one free, paradoxes and hanging between heaven and earth. In Tarot readings, this card's appearance can be seen as an advice to take the time necessary to reflect over one's upcoming actions.

Personas of the Hanged Man Arcana are commonly Personas excelling in survivability. Hanged Man Personas are typically mythological figures that exist between two different forces, or find themselves in transition. They are also sometimes martyr figures.

Hanged Man characters are sometimes self-sacrificial, but are more often notable for being caught between two different extremes, parties or stages in life.

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You're not known for making rash decisions or snap judgments. Instead, you want to step back and take the time and really mull over all angles before finally making up your mind. You usually don't have a problem letting go of ideas that are outdated or principles that no longer serve you. Seeing things from a different perspective is one of your greatest assets, for you're able to look beyond the obvious into the potential of the situation – something that not everyone is capable of doing.

You also don't have a problem saying no to instant gratification and holding out for what you truly want. You believe in the old saying, "anything worth having is worth waiting for," and you're usually prepared to do just that. You don't hesitate when it comes to investing your time, energy, and assets into something (or someone) that is meaningful to you. You won't be hurried into anything, but once you've made up your mind, you remain dedicated to the cause until such a time that it needs reassessing.

Of course, like everyone else, you have your challenges, and sometimes in weighing things up you procrastinate and miss wonderful opportunities. There's also the potential that you'll give and give and keep on giving, long after the time to stop has passed. This causes you to lose faith, in others, in the issue, but most importantly, in yourself. You need to take special care that you don't allow anything or anyone to steal away your sense of value and purpose. The real motivation for doing anything always has to come from within yourself – otherwise, you're simply a people-pleaser.

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The Death Arcana is debated as one of the most misunderstood cards in the standard Tarot deck because of its common interpretations that imply a physical death. While it is associated with foreboding and doom, the Death Arcana also symbolizes metamorphosis and deep change, regeneration and cycles. In the earliest Tarot decks, it was the only Arcana that didn't have a name, but the depictions of an ominous skeleton bearing a scythe led people to call it Death.

When one follows the order of the cards in the Tarot deck, one can notice that the Death Arcana implies a change in the deck. The Arcana before this one are named "small mysteries" and are often represented by human figures, while the "great mysteries" following Death include celestial symbols and angels.

The Personas of the Death Arcana are commonly associated with and excel in Dark-based affinities, but are weak towards Light-based affinities. Mythological figures of the Death Arcana are usually figures related to death or are notable in their myths for their own deaths.

In recent games, characters of the Death Arcana are associated directly with death, but a commonality that connects all Death Arcana characters is the cycles of change they experience.

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Did you just freak out?! Well, take a breath. This card has nothing to do with your physical death. You're not a harbinger of doom. If anything, this card means the opposite! You breathe new life into situations. You bring a different way of doing things –  different viewpoints and different ideas. You lead transformations. If you think about it, whenever something new starts, something old has to die. You're not an omen of what's being lost, you're a portent of things to come!

Your life is a work in progress, just like everyone else. For you though, this takes on a greater meaning. This incarnation will see the evolution of your soul. In order for you to embrace that, you're going to see many new beginnings in your life, and of course, those come with the appropriate endings too. The key to happiness is to roll with the punches and to take those changes in your stride. If you try to hang onto what wants to unfold spontaneously, you'll create unnecessary heartache.

Some of the issues you may have to face during your life will involve resisting change when it comes your way. Change is the only constant in life. You can't fight it – and as we mentioned previously, you'll only create more hassle and heartache if you try. You mustn't fear the changes that come your way. You can't cling to the past. You've got a strong personality and the ability to do great things! Don't sabotage it by not being ready to seize the moment simply because you're worried about what's around the next corner.

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Portrayed as a woman with angel wings mixing up the water of two cups, one blue, the other red, the Temperance Arcana is a symbol of synthesis, prudence, harmony, and the merging of opposites.

Gameplay-wise, the Personas of the Temperance Arcana are often well-rounded Personas. Personas of the Temperance Arcana are mythological figures associated with balance and moderation. The Temperance Arcana is primarily home to mythological beasts rather than human figures.

Characters of the Temperance Arcana are often struggling to find a balance in their lives and in their hobbies.

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You're the voice of reason when things get chaotic, and the soothing salve during heated moments. You're capable of staying calm when everyone around you is falling apart – even if you feel like falling apart, too, you'll rarely let other people know it. You don't like discord, and you'll do everything you can to try to restore harmony in your life and surroundings. You find aggression in any form a vexation. You've probably even decorated your house in simple soothing shades of tranquillity!

You won't be hurried. You have a clear vision of what you want your life to be, and also how to get there. You don't approach things in a forceful manner. You do everything with grace and poise, and you achieve your goals through persistence and planning. You're a good team player and because of that, you'll always find people who will help you with completing your tasks and reaching your destinations. You don't think twice about hitting the pause button on things to reevaluate them and see what changes need to be made to ensure that you can be the best person you can be and reach the highest successes.

Of course, like everyone else, your life is not going to be perfect, and there are going to be situations and people who will knock you out of that place of balance and into some turmoil. At times like this, the best plan may be to stop, regroup, and change direction. You don't deal with uncooperative people very well, and if others in your life are determined to challenge you and make things more difficult than they need to be, give yourself permission to stand up for yourself. You don't like confrontation, but sometimes it's necessary in order for the other person to know exactly who they're dealing with.

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Portrayed as a devil over two naked and chained figures, the negative aspect of the Devil Arcana represents the urge to do selfish, impulsive, violent things, and being a slave to ones' own impulse and feelings. Occasionally, it is also portrayed as a symbol of temptation. The positive aspect, however, represents a healthy bond or commitment.

A Persona of the Devil Arcana will commonly excel in dark-based affinities. Fittingly, the Devil Arcana is typically represented by the devils and evil deities of mythology.

Human characters associated with the Devil Arcana are often "devilish" individuals; they can be greedy, proud, lustful, or otherwise of poor character. It is not uncommon for this type of character to have somewhat of an antisocial tendency, often not caring much for the needs or well-being of others. Although this is true, they are also characters that are committed to a cause, usually being their work.

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Now, there's no reason to freak out. This card doesn't have to have all the negative connotations that people usually associate with it. The Devil card just means that your basic instincts are strong, and that you're aware of what pushes you forward. You know what you want. You're aware of your desires and you are also familiar with the fears and doubts that stand in your way of achieving your goals. You've got the potential to break through barriers and to take control.

You've got a lot of personal power! You've got the determination and focus, and when you've set your sights on a goal, there's nothing that will deter you from reaching it. You'll go to great lengths to get what you want from life. Make sure that you're focusing on your long-term goals though rather than reaching for immediate gratification. Yes, staying strong isn't always as much fun, but it's always going to be worth it in the end.

Like every other person, you do have your share of challenges – perhaps you even feel like you've got more than everyone else. That all depends on how you apply your stubbornness! It's easy for you to develop bad habits, but it's also easy for you to be obstinate and dedicated when it comes to changing those habits. Your experiences don't have to dictate whether you're happy or motivated or despondent. That's all a mindset, and that's up to you.

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Portrayed as a tower stricken by lightning, from which two small figures fall down; a straight Tower of Babel allegory about pride preceding the fall. The Tower Arcana is commonly associated to overly arrogant, prejudiced and authoritarian organizations, which walk to their own ironic demise. Furthermore, it is also more generically used as an omen of doom and disaster. It can be seen as the worst card of the deck, as it rarely has a positive meaning.

Gameplay-wise, player characters usually have bad affinities with the often physical-based Persona of the Tower Arcana. Tower Arcana Personas are usually mythological figures that were once heroic or well-loved, but have since fallen from grace. Alternatively, the Personas represent deities associated with destruction, righteousness or otherwise.

Human characters of the Tower Arcana can be arrogant, and typically find themselves in bad situations where they themselves have fallen from grace.

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This isn't as scary as it sounds - promise! Your life is a series of breaking free of your comfort zones. That's real growth, right there! You live on your toes, and that can be a very positive thing if you've learned how to turn this into motivation and purpose. You understand that while situations may be out of your control, the way that you respond to them isn't, and you make changes to your life accordingly.

You also understand better than most that in order for things to grow and become new, they also have to end. With every new beginning, some aspect of your life ends. When you were younger, those endings often came without warning, causing you great upset. Now, though, you have learned how to handle the unpredictability that life throws at you. You look for ways to prepare yourself for everything without expecting anything in particular so that you can adapt to whatever comes your way, whenever it comes your way.

Even with all of your heightened awareness, you're still a work in progress. Sometimes you try to hang onto what's changing for fear of what will happen once the evolution has taken place. You may even be afraid of change, afraid of what will happen, or even who you'll be once you've gone through an experience. It's only in surrendering control, in accepting that the only thing you're responsible for is how you react to what happens, that you'll come through these events with flying colours – and as a stronger person because of them.

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The Star Arcana is also commonly associated with hope, self-confidence, faith, altruism, luck, generosity, peace and joy.

In gameplay, the Persona of the Star Arcana commonly excel in Wind or Ice element attacks, but are often vulnerable to Fire-based attacks. Personas of the Star Arcana are sometimes astrological figures, but many Star Personas are simply multi-talented figures, or deities with many different spheres of influence.

Characters of the Star Arcana embody their arcana's traits of hopefulness and joy.

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Ever the optimist, you always hope for the best, and you are able to look on the bright side of things with ease. You're content with your life, you find it easy to love yourself and other people, and you don't stress out about much. You respect yourself, you know what you need to do in order to be successful and appreciated, and you enjoy your life and the people in it. You trust yourself, and even though you are aware that there are things you still want to do and there are still aspects of yourself you want to change, you're at peace with the way your life is unfolding.

This is not an accident! Your life is unfolding in this way because of the choices that you've made and the direction that you're steering it in. You're generous with your assets and your time. You genuinely believe in the best outcome, and your optimism is contagious. You want to help others to find their own path to happiness, to learn how to manifest their own bliss. You lead by example, for your life is filled with anticipation and trust that everything will work out okay in the end.

That's not to say you don't have your challenges or your bad days, because you do. Sometimes you just can't help but worry and focus on what could go wrong rather than on what is going right. You're usually so exuberant that it's easy for you to overcommit yourself, and when that happens, you get overwhelmed. When your faith gets tested, use those setbacks as lessons, and keep rising to the challenge. You'll come out even stronger and empowered after the trial has passed.

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Portrayed as two dogs howling at the moon around a pool with a lobster in it, with two towers in the background, the Moon Arcana is associated with creativity, inspiration, dreams, madness, illusions, fear, fantasy, the subconscious and trickery. In tarot readings, it can also represent being attuned subconsciously to the world around, gaining the ability to sense things without being told about them or without anyone else knowing (which means that some identify this Arcana with psychic energy).

Personas of the Moon Arcana are usually mythological figures directly associated with the moon, are psychically-attuned figures, evil figures whose story involves treachery or figures associated with illusion. They tend to align towards Physical skills while having average Magic stats.

Characters who are of the Moon Arcana are often similarly psychically-attuned, but a more common trend is their projection of their own fears and faults onto others (namely, the protagonist). They often tend to have trouble accepting themselves for who they are and, because of that fear, try to correspond to an ideal person. And like the Arcana, there is a hidden depth as to why they act in their behaviours.

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You're intuitive, moody, and probably more than a bit psychic. You sense things before they happen, and your emotions ebb and flow according to your surroundings and the people you're with at the time. Sometimes the intensity of your emotions or the depth of your insight frightens you. You know what you feel, but you don't always know why you feel it, and that can make you twitchy and nervous about what's yet to come.

You're also one of the first to sense when things aren't what they should be. You can usually tell if someone's troubled or unwell – even strangers. You sense changes in the weather, and you’ve had precognitive dreams. You'll be thinking about a loved one and they'll phone the next day. You've got such a strong inner light guiding you forward, but you don't always trust it. When you step out in your faith, you'll learn a lot about the metaphysical world and about your own soul's journey.

When you're feeling out of sorts, your apprehensions can get the better of you. You're suspicious of people – often unnecessarily. You allow yourself to be confused and overwhelmed by all the feelings and emotions that come at you. You imagine all kinds of drama and crises in your head, which are usually all unfounded. When you feel powerless, like everyone wants a piece of you, it's a sure sign that you need to retreat into your own company for a bit. Writing out your thoughts in a personal journal or blog and spending time in meditation will soon get you balanced again.

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Portrayed as two children holding hands under a blazing sun, The Sun symbolizes happiness, joy, energy, optimism, and accomplishment. Occasionally, it is also associated with one's initial happiness.

Persona of the Sun Arcana are commonly Persona excelling in Light and Fire-based attacks. These Personas are typically mythological figures directly related to the sun, light, or fire.

Characters of the Sun Arcana almost always (ironically) find themselves in terrible situations, the situation belying the underlying optimism present in nearly all of them. Also, as the Sun Arcana portrays accomplishment, some of these characters have deep thoughts about the meaning of life and manage to find their answers.

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You radiate warmth and charm in everything you do. People like to have you around - you make them feel good about themselves. Your charisma shines through and leads you to success and appreciation from others. Your confidence carries you forward. You lead by example, motivating others to look on the bright side and to embrace their own authenticity. You've been through the storm and you know what it's like when life throws you challenges, but you've come through them all with astounding colours. Now you're sharing that breakthrough with others, simply by being who you are.

Good luck seems to follow you. Much of that is because you refuse to take life too seriously or get too pessimistic when things don't go the way you planned. You don't overcomplicate things. You neither jump to conclusions nor overreact, unless it's in cries of jubilation when something works out exceptionally well or someone's planned a lovely surprise for you. You're on a mission to enjoy your life, and you're doing a good job of it.

Like everyone else, you do have your cloudy days, though. Sometimes when life gets complicated, you forget your inner shine and fall into a bad mood. You start to question your progress and doubt your confidence, and while this doesn't happen often, it does have the potential to take you to a place of sadness and gloom that require great effort to climb out of. Fortunately, this doesn't happen often, and when it does, you'll bounce back to your naturally sunny disposition. Just don't let your ego get the better of you! No one appreciates a narcissist.

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The Judgement Arcana, in tarot, is associated with realizing one's calling, gaining a deep understanding of life and a feeling of acceptance and absolution.

In gameplay, the Judgement Arcana is commonly associated with a balance of Light and Darkness. Figures of the Judgement Arcana are usually related to Judgement Day myths or are gods tied directly to the judgement of humankind.

Characters of the Judgement Arcana are well-aware, quite intelligent and view the world with infinite possibilities. Most powerful when combining their intuition with their smarts, their thought process is among the most vast and realistic.

It is often associated with reborn organizations of Persona users that were being given new objectives or other characters associated with turning points of the game, and from Persona 3 onward, is an automatically progressing Social Link/Confidant that progresses along the story.

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You've got an opinion about everything and you're not shy about voicing it. You're wise beyond your years and people come to you often for advice. You live your life with meaning and purpose. You don't suffer fools lightly, and you're not one to waste time on trivial matters or people who are of no consequence to you. You love deeply and passionately, but you dismiss those who aren't an asset to your life as quickly as yesterday's news. You're never unkind, just efficient.

You have a wonderful blend of logic and intuition and it serves you well. You don't take uncalculated risks, you think things through and then act. You're not afraid to dismiss your hunches if you can't back them up with reason and common sense. You face challenges head-on because you understand that life isn't perfect. Tests and confrontations are a part of being alive, and you meet them with a willingness to work your way through them so that you can get back to the business of enjoying your life.

Like everyone else, you're a work in progress, and sometimes you're too blunt and forthright. You can be very opinionated, particularly when you're stressed. There are times when you procrastinate making a decision, and there are times when you make a snap-judgment based on your emotional response to a person or a situation. You like to be in control of everything you do, and when things start to spiral out of control, you get testy. Remember that change is inevitable, and you'll soon find yourself back on top of things again.

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It often appears as the final triumph arcana, creating miracles and aiding the protagonists. Portrayed as a young woman (or an androgyne, depending on deck) surrounded by figures of an angel, a bull, an eagle and a lion (representations of the four elements in transcendent form, as well as the symbols of the four Evangelists (Luke, Matthew, John and Mark respectively), The World Arcana is a representation of the world's totality, the symbol of fulfilment, wholeness and harmony.

The World Arcana is commonly associated with Social Links, where its power is based upon the protagonist's bonds with others.

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Your life is full of ambition and achievement. Success is important to you and you'll move heaven and Earth to get there. You often seem to find yourself in the right place at the right time. Many feel this is luck, but you know that it's a result of hard work and paying attention. Because of your determination and your talent for seeing what needs to be done, you tend to excel at anything you set your mind to doing.

You like to be in the middle of things. You're active in your community or interest groups, and you may well hold office or authority there. You enjoy sharing your skills and your abilities with others. You can lead others to success because failure just isn't an option in your mind. People trust you. They know that when you're given a task, you'll do it and you'll do it well. You can find something to talk about with everyone, and you enjoy learning about other cultures and civilizations. You may even like to travel in order to do so.

Of course, you're not perfect – no one is. When you sense that there's some competition from others, you bolt ahead, sometimes missing important steps along the way. Other times, you get so close to completing a goal before losing interest and starting to pursuing something else. If you'll just get out of your own way and remember that everything comes to those who wait and work hard, you'll find that you've got the whole world at your feet as you're reaching for the stars.