The Norse Tarot shows Loki the trickster god being held accountable for causing the death of the beloved Balder. Bound to boulders, an adder constantly dripped poisonous, burning venom onto him. His wife came with a bowl to catch the venom, but even then she couldn't catch what fell when she had to empty the bowl. Jealousy, greed, hatred, and fear are the devils that bind us, keeping us from seeing clearly and acting rationally. The Outcome card implies that no matter who we try to blame or what excuses we offer, we can't outrun the consequences of our behavior. At some point, the debt must be paid.
There are in nature neither rewards nor punishments — there are consequences.
― Robert G. Ingersoll
