64 spreads
Tarot spreads and position guides
Choose a structure for your question. Compare layouts by theme and number of positions, check the version and deck scope, then learn each position and practise with the card library.
64 spreads
Study exercise · Daily reflection · 1 position
Single-card reflection
One card, one focused question. A small structure for noticing a theme before deciding how it fits your day.
Reading layout · Getting started · 3 positions
Past, present and possible direction
A three-card timeline for examining how a situation developed and which current conditions may shape its next stage.
Reading layout · Choices · 5 positions
Two-path decision spread
Five positions compare two clearly defined options while keeping the same starting situation. Use it to organise questions about trade-offs.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 4 positions
Core question spread
Four positions separate the central issue, a difficulty, a response and an available resource. Useful when a question has become tangled.
Study exercise · Exploring a problem · 5 positions
Problem review: five-card exercise
A five-part review of a problem: background, present conditions, environment, obstacles and a response to examine.
Study exercise · Relationships · 6 positions
Relationship mirror spread
Six positions place two perspectives side by side. They organise reflection on perceptions, the relationship and hopes for its direction.
Study exercise · Daily reflection · 7 positions
Seven-day reflection spread
Seven cards provide seven prompts for a week of observation. Start on any day and keep the sequence fixed.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions
Celtic Cross spread
Ten positions explore a situation in layers, from the central issue to background, outside conditions and a possible direction. This guide uses one stated position order.
Reading layout · Getting started · 3 positions
Holy triangle
Holy triangle uses 3 positions to examine cause, current situation and conditional development. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 3 positions
Problem-solving: three cards
Problem-solving: three cards uses 3 positions to examine the origin of a problem, its present effects and a response. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 4 positions
Four elements
Four elements uses 4 positions to examine action, emotion, communication and practical conditions. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Getting started · 4 positions
Diamond spread
Diamond spread uses 4 positions to examine the past, two aspects of the present and a possible future. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 4 positions
Lovers’ pyramid
Lovers’ pyramid uses 4 positions to examine your position, the other perspective and the relationship. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 4 positions
Self-exploration I: four aspects
Self-exploration: four aspects uses 4 positions to examine personality, reasoning, feelings and values. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 5 positions
Love cross: five revealed cards
Love cross: five revealed cards uses 5 positions to examine two perspectives, interaction, surroundings and possible development. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 5 positions
Tree of love: five cards
Tree of love: five cards uses 5 positions to examine your relationship through past, present, potential and hidden influences. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 5 positions
Looking for a partner
Looking for a partner uses 5 positions to examine your preferences, boundaries and approach to meeting someone. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 6 positions
Friendship spread
Friendship spread uses 6 positions to examine perceptions, the current bond and expectations on both sides. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 6 positions
Star of love
Star of love uses 6 positions to examine the present relationship, two perspectives, its history and hopes. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 7 positions
Hexagram: seven cards
Hexagram: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine the timeline, strategy, environment, attitude and outcome. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 7 positions
V-shaped horseshoe: seven cards
V-shaped horseshoe: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine the timeline, the subject, external conditions and your attitude. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Choices · 7 positions
Three paths: seven cards
Three paths: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine three options under the same starting conditions. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 7 positions
Seven planets
Seven planets uses 7 positions to examine seven symbolic areas of everyday life. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 8 positions
Pearl necklace
Pearl necklace uses 8 positions to examine your focus, motivation, blind spots, action and longer-term direction. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 8 positions
Venus love spread
Venus love spread uses 8 positions to examine two perspectives, mutual effects, obstacles and possible development. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 9 positions
Wish spread
Wish spread uses 9 positions to examine a goal, current resources, actions and contingencies. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Choices · 9 positions
Two choices: nine-card comparison
Two choices: nine-card comparison uses 9 positions to examine the progress and difficulties of two options in paired cards. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions
Tree of life
Tree of life uses 10 positions to examine ten symbolic roles from intention to practical expression. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 11 positions
Pharaoh’s door
Pharaoh’s door uses 11 positions to examine a goal, barriers, support and the implementation of an idea. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Daily reflection · 13 positions
Year ahead: twelve months and a theme
Year ahead: twelve months and a theme uses 13 positions to examine monthly themes and an overall perspective for one calendar year. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 13 positions
Work and career: thirteen cards
Work and career: thirteen cards uses 13 positions to examine work values, conditions, relationships and practical progress. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 13 positions
Twelve houses: thirteen cards
Twelve houses: thirteen cards uses 13 positions to examine twelve symbolic life areas and an overall key. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Daily reflection · 14 positions
One week: fourteen cards
One week: fourteen cards uses 14 positions to examine two aspects for each day of a specified Monday–Sunday week. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Daily reflection · 14 positions
Two weeks: fourteen days
Two weeks: fourteen days uses 14 positions to examine fourteen consecutive days from an agreed starting date. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 17 positions
Twelve houses and four elements
Twelve houses and four elements uses 17 positions to examine twelve life areas, an overall key and four elemental summaries. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 18 positions
Spiral: eighteen cards
Spiral: eighteen cards uses 18 positions to examine a situation from outer conditions towards a central conclusion. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 21 positions
Seven-pointed star: twenty-one cards
Seven-pointed star: twenty-one cards uses 21 positions to examine seven themes explored in three-card groups. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 22 positions
Solomon’s star: twenty-two Major Arcana
Solomon’s star: twenty-two Major Arcana uses 22 positions to examine seven three-card groups with the World as a fixed reference. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions
Marriage: seven cards
Marriage: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine your role, the relationship’s history, difficulties, hopes and fears. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning.
Reading layout · Relationships · 4 positions
Relationship triangle: four cards
Relationship triangle: four cards explores your situation, obstacles, influences and choice. The diagram identifies 4 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 4 positions
Self-exploration II
Self-exploration II explores inner life, spiritual life, knowledge and emotional life. The diagram identifies 4 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 5 positions
X-shaped spread
X-shaped spread explores attitude, timing, prospects, influences and development. The diagram identifies 5 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 6 positions
Future development: six areas
Future development: six areas explores your situation, relationships, work, resources and achievements. The diagram identifies 6 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 7 positions
Karmic spread
Karmic spread explores life patterns, purpose, development and lessons. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 7 positions
Wine cup
Wine cup explores attitude, the key and response, a timeline and conclusion. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions
Radiant heart
Radiant heart explores relationship conditions, change, awareness and desire. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions
Seven-card relationship overview
Seven-card relationship overview explores the situation, two people, causes, cautions and a response. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 7 positions
Star-shaped spread: seven cards
Star-shaped spread: seven cards explores current conditions, work, emotions, development, hopes and problems. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions
Tree of lovers: seven cards
Tree of lovers: seven cards explores two perspectives, the relationship, actions and changes. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 8 positions
Horseshoe: eight cards
Horseshoe: eight cards explores attitude, a timeline, choices, environment and obstacles. The diagram identifies 8 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 8 positions
Inner guidance
Inner guidance explores focus, motivation, blind spots, action and integration. The diagram identifies 8 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 9 positions
Ruling goddess
Ruling goddess explores thinking, intuition, feelings, fears, desires and uncertainty. The diagram identifies 9 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 9 positions
Past and present life: symbolic exploration
Past and present life: symbolic exploration explores a symbolic earlier self, current patterns and learning. The diagram identifies 9 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions
State of mind
State of mind explores your current state, memories, thinking styles and influences. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions
Mirror spread: ten cards
Mirror spread: ten cards explores the key, your situation, overlooked factors and action. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions
Fortune spread
Fortune spread explores causes, circumstances, progress and optional guidance. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions
Time spread: mixed deck
Time spread: mixed deck explores a major-card reference and three time periods. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Relationships · 13 positions
True feelings: thirteen cards
True feelings: thirteen cards explores two perspectives across past, present and future. The diagram identifies 13 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 1 position
Number synthesis
Number synthesis explores one upright reference derived from seven major cards. The diagram identifies 1 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 5 positions
Great cross: derived result
Great cross: derived result explores external influences, origin, response and a derived result. The diagram identifies 5 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Reading layout · A detailed reading · 23 positions
Sphinx: reference and covered cards
Sphinx: reference and covered cards explores a shared reference and grouped present and future themes. The diagram identifies 23 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Physical card game · A detailed reading · 38 positions
Queens’ constellation: card game
Queens’ constellation: card game explores matching ranks on two sides. The diagram identifies 38 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Physical card game · A detailed reading · 24 positions
Monthly difficulties: conditional card game
Monthly difficulties: conditional card game explores monthly pairs and conditional clarifiers. The diagram identifies 24 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.
Physical card game · A detailed reading · 56 positions
End of the labyrinth: path game
End of the labyrinth: path game explores a suit-directed path through all minor cards. The diagram identifies 56 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them.