Five of Scepters
Upright: Conflict, disagreements, competition, tension, diversity
Reversed: Inner conflict, conflict avoidance, tension release
In the Tarot, Fives typically represent conflict and change. Five of Scepters indicates you are in the midst of conflict, tension, and competition with others and it is impacting your ability to move forward with your goals. With Five of Scepters, everyone is fighting to be heard and voice their opinions. There are deep misunderstandings. If you are presented with this situation, you have an opportunity to rise above the chaos and disorder and take a moment to listen to what the others have to say. Perhaps they may also give you the respect you're seeking and listen to your viewpoint. Five of Scepters also encourages diversity and differences of opinion. Know that each person has something unique to bring to the table and you will benefit by learning more about them and what they have to offer.
In a traditional tarot image and modern steam-punk style, there are five red Aztec-styled scepters. Each with a steam-punk "clock" inside. Time seems always to be a conflict or need in our modern day time. The woman has a butterfly over her mouth as she has trouble asking for what she wants/needs or has trouble in speaking her mind/truth of who she is.
Sagittarius, the archer, forms the bridge or direction between her heart (what she wants) and speaking the truth. Five of Scepters encourages an enthusiastic approach to change. Your challenge will be in ensuring everyone is on the same page and focused on dealing with this change constructively and positively. Currently, scattered energy results from misdirected enthusiasm. Everyone has many ideas, but no one is yet bringing them into one logical path forward. Your role may be to identify a clear strategy and purpose that can be implemented by all involved.
Zodiac: Sagittarius
Element: Fire
Color: Red