The SGA Tarot Deck
So out of a drawing I posted in my last entry in which I drew Rodney as "The Magician" of the Tarot deck, a new project was born:
The SGA Tarot Deck
Now, I would love to assign each Tarot Card an SGA character (I'd rather have people representing the different cards than inanimate objects, but I might cast Atlantis and the ZPM in a pinch) and would like to hear ideas and suggestions. I'd like most cards to be cast according to the cards' meaning and symbolism, but some may only be chosen for their aesthetic value.
Thanks to mecurtin, astolat, lapislaz, fan_this and nightfreyja for suggestions.
Jinto
0. The Fool: The Fool represents new beginnings and/or the start of a journey. This is a time for daydreaming in a happy and joyous way. Naivety, inexperience, spontaneity and faith are all keywords for the Fool.
Rodney
1. The Magician: he represents the male or yang life force (remember this is present in both men and women). This is a card of willpower, control, knowledge and genius.
Miko
2. The High Priestess: she represents the female or yin life force (again, present in both men and women). This card symbolises intuition and silence.
Elizabeth
3. The Empress: A Mother figure, this card shows you a nurturing, passionate and earthy side. The Empress is fertility personified; this can be creative or sexual.
Caldwell
4. The Emperor: Many people only see the negative side of this card: the stern figure representing authority. He is a father figure and he does represent worldly authority. He is also nurturing in a practical way, he is ambitious and has a practical and logical mind. Hardworking, he aims high and expects you to follow. He commands respect and has something valuable to say. These are all positive qualities for you to aspire. This card also reminds you of the need to act responsibly.
Halling
5. The Hierophant: This card embodies the traditions of our culture, particularly the moral and religious teachings of our heritage. The Hierophant suggests conformity: being seen to do the right thing, even a hint of ‘keeping up with the Jones’’. It has a hypocritical feel to it.
Team
6. The Lovers: We have two people in love and in a relationship. We also have a card showing the mountain that they have to climb together, the stream in the card represent the obstacles that they will have to overcome together. This couple is earthed together, they will move forward together but they will do so also as individuals.
Ford
7. The Chariot: this combines the elements and qualities of the previous cards. Your life is taking shape and direction, you have received guidance and you know where you are going. You need to apply the willpower of the Chariot in order to make things get off the ground. In a reading the Chariot can refer to travel.
Ronon
8. Strength: A card of courage, inner strength and confidence. You need to trust yourself to act in the best possible way and with integrity. Strength can symbolise strong emotions that could threaten to overpower you, so you will have to learn to deals with these and keep a lid on them.
Radek
9. The Hermit: this card represents the past and a need for solitude. It’s a time to stop and do nothing; you need to enjoy your own company for a while. Reflect and look back on your spiritual influences, this card can represent a mentor.
Carson
10. The Wheel of Fortune: this is the card of fate and karma. This reminds us that we have very little control as to what life might throw at us. So, with no guarantees of what the future will hold, invest in the present and hope you can create your own luck and the wheel will spin in your favour.
Jeannie
11. Justice: this powerful card reminds us that we need to keep in balance, the scales are even and our eyes must remain open. Justice demands that we look at our lives and ourselves honestly. The sword of Justice is two edged and we must remember that a just outcome is not always the outcome that we hope for.
John
12. The Hanged Man: this card is an opportunity for you to look at life through a different perspective; it can mean some sort of self-sacrifice.
Michael
13. Death: this card does NOT show someone’s death, so try not to freak out if you receive this card in a reading. It does represent a change, possibly a death of the old self and of old habits so that you can move on with your life. If you are honest with yourself, you know it is necessary.
Teyla
14. Temperance: with this card you stand with one foot firmly on the ground and one foot in the water. This represents your actions in the world and your emotions. It’s a question of mixing and blending the two. It’s also a holiday card and one that encourages you to experience different cultures.
Wraith
15. The Devil: this represents temptation. It is the ultimate ‘naughty’ card. The Devil warns you against of doing things to excess. This could lead you to a form of emotional bondage. The message with the tarot is always that the solution lies within you: you can release yourself from this oppressive situation at any time.
Grodin
16. The Tower: coming immediately after the Devil, the Tower shows us that freeing ourselves from illusions or an oppressive situation always involves some pain and possibly some destruction. This is an unsettling card, there is no gentleness involved: things will never be the same again. But the tarot is optimistic, so after the dust has settled you will start to rebuild and the experience will liberate you.
Keller
17. The Star: this is the calm after the storm; the Star represents your hopes and wishes. Consider what you hope to achieve and use this period of calm to build up your confidence in the future.
Sora
18. The Moon: things look very different under moonlight; they can be a bit scary. This is the card of illusions and delusions; your emotions will come to the surface and you will need an outlet for them. Our dreams and intuition may become stronger; if you embrace and understand them you will become stronger.
Cadman
19. The Sun: under the light of the Sun things look clear and sharp. This is a time of success: in a relationship, in your home or at work, in your studies. There is energy and optimism within you and you are confident and ambitious. This card often relates to the family.
the Ancients
20. Judgement: time to sit up and decide which direction you want to go in. Stop sitting on the fence, you’ve got to make up your mind. Reflect on what you have achieved, be satisfied that you did the best that you could. A wonderful change has occurred, it is time to do your own thing.
Atlantis
21. The World: this card signifies success and fulfillment. Look at what you can achieve, the more you invest into your personal development, into how you are, the more you gain.
I chose 'The Hanged Man' for John, because I think self-sacrifice is one of his most important traits.
* Card meaning from : http://www.asktheanswer.com/
The SGA Tarot Deck
Now, I would love to assign each Tarot Card an SGA character (I'd rather have people representing the different cards than inanimate objects, but I might cast Atlantis and the ZPM in a pinch) and would like to hear ideas and suggestions. I'd like most cards to be cast according to the cards' meaning and symbolism, but some may only be chosen for their aesthetic value.
Thanks to mecurtin, astolat, lapislaz, fan_this and nightfreyja for suggestions.
Jinto
0. The Fool: The Fool represents new beginnings and/or the start of a journey. This is a time for daydreaming in a happy and joyous way. Naivety, inexperience, spontaneity and faith are all keywords for the Fool.
Rodney
1. The Magician: he represents the male or yang life force (remember this is present in both men and women). This is a card of willpower, control, knowledge and genius.
Miko
2. The High Priestess: she represents the female or yin life force (again, present in both men and women). This card symbolises intuition and silence.
Elizabeth
3. The Empress: A Mother figure, this card shows you a nurturing, passionate and earthy side. The Empress is fertility personified; this can be creative or sexual.
Caldwell
4. The Emperor: Many people only see the negative side of this card: the stern figure representing authority. He is a father figure and he does represent worldly authority. He is also nurturing in a practical way, he is ambitious and has a practical and logical mind. Hardworking, he aims high and expects you to follow. He commands respect and has something valuable to say. These are all positive qualities for you to aspire. This card also reminds you of the need to act responsibly.
Halling
5. The Hierophant: This card embodies the traditions of our culture, particularly the moral and religious teachings of our heritage. The Hierophant suggests conformity: being seen to do the right thing, even a hint of ‘keeping up with the Jones’’. It has a hypocritical feel to it.
Team
6. The Lovers: We have two people in love and in a relationship. We also have a card showing the mountain that they have to climb together, the stream in the card represent the obstacles that they will have to overcome together. This couple is earthed together, they will move forward together but they will do so also as individuals.
Ford
7. The Chariot: this combines the elements and qualities of the previous cards. Your life is taking shape and direction, you have received guidance and you know where you are going. You need to apply the willpower of the Chariot in order to make things get off the ground. In a reading the Chariot can refer to travel.
Ronon
8. Strength: A card of courage, inner strength and confidence. You need to trust yourself to act in the best possible way and with integrity. Strength can symbolise strong emotions that could threaten to overpower you, so you will have to learn to deals with these and keep a lid on them.
Radek
9. The Hermit: this card represents the past and a need for solitude. It’s a time to stop and do nothing; you need to enjoy your own company for a while. Reflect and look back on your spiritual influences, this card can represent a mentor.
Carson
10. The Wheel of Fortune: this is the card of fate and karma. This reminds us that we have very little control as to what life might throw at us. So, with no guarantees of what the future will hold, invest in the present and hope you can create your own luck and the wheel will spin in your favour.
Jeannie
11. Justice: this powerful card reminds us that we need to keep in balance, the scales are even and our eyes must remain open. Justice demands that we look at our lives and ourselves honestly. The sword of Justice is two edged and we must remember that a just outcome is not always the outcome that we hope for.
John
12. The Hanged Man: this card is an opportunity for you to look at life through a different perspective; it can mean some sort of self-sacrifice.
Michael
13. Death: this card does NOT show someone’s death, so try not to freak out if you receive this card in a reading. It does represent a change, possibly a death of the old self and of old habits so that you can move on with your life. If you are honest with yourself, you know it is necessary.
Teyla
14. Temperance: with this card you stand with one foot firmly on the ground and one foot in the water. This represents your actions in the world and your emotions. It’s a question of mixing and blending the two. It’s also a holiday card and one that encourages you to experience different cultures.
Wraith
15. The Devil: this represents temptation. It is the ultimate ‘naughty’ card. The Devil warns you against of doing things to excess. This could lead you to a form of emotional bondage. The message with the tarot is always that the solution lies within you: you can release yourself from this oppressive situation at any time.
Grodin
16. The Tower: coming immediately after the Devil, the Tower shows us that freeing ourselves from illusions or an oppressive situation always involves some pain and possibly some destruction. This is an unsettling card, there is no gentleness involved: things will never be the same again. But the tarot is optimistic, so after the dust has settled you will start to rebuild and the experience will liberate you.
Keller
17. The Star: this is the calm after the storm; the Star represents your hopes and wishes. Consider what you hope to achieve and use this period of calm to build up your confidence in the future.
Sora
18. The Moon: things look very different under moonlight; they can be a bit scary. This is the card of illusions and delusions; your emotions will come to the surface and you will need an outlet for them. Our dreams and intuition may become stronger; if you embrace and understand them you will become stronger.
Cadman
19. The Sun: under the light of the Sun things look clear and sharp. This is a time of success: in a relationship, in your home or at work, in your studies. There is energy and optimism within you and you are confident and ambitious. This card often relates to the family.
the Ancients
20. Judgement: time to sit up and decide which direction you want to go in. Stop sitting on the fence, you’ve got to make up your mind. Reflect on what you have achieved, be satisfied that you did the best that you could. A wonderful change has occurred, it is time to do your own thing.
Atlantis
21. The World: this card signifies success and fulfillment. Look at what you can achieve, the more you invest into your personal development, into how you are, the more you gain.
I chose 'The Hanged Man' for John, because I think self-sacrifice is one of his most important traits.
* Card meaning from : http://www.asktheanswer.com/