From the Morgan Greer Tarot, the Knight of Wands; from the Celtic Book of the Dead, the Island of Cannibal Horses:
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This Knight of Wands has a wyvern on his helmet, a mythical animal that symbolizes strength and ferocity. In alchemy, it represented base metals - metals that oxidize or corrode relatively easily compared to noble ones (gold, silver, platinum). While this fellow is an ace adventurer and explorer, he is not very evolved when it comes to wanting things his way; he won't hesitate to intimidate or pressure others to bend to his will. The Celtic travelers were horrified by the Island of Cannibal Horses, believing horses were among the most honorable of animals. Yet the violence and aggression of humans are no less horrific. Should we not learn how to manage our anger and desires instead of trampling those in our way?
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