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Haunted House
HAUNTED HOUSE DIVINATION
Halloween had arrived, so Nathan went searching for a haunted house in the neighborhood. He soon found one just outside of the El Dorado District.
Black Cat
The door was open. As Nathan entered the house, he was met by a black cat, who just stared at him.
Tarot Reader
Suddenly a witch stepped up to him. "Tonight we are offering free Tarot readings. Would you like a reading to guide you through the haunted house?" she asked.
"What kind of spread is it?" Nathan asked.
"A five-card spread. The first three cards reveal the past, present, and future, in that order. The fourth card reveals what is holding you back, and the fifth card reveals how to push forward."
"Why not? Hopefully it won't end up being too horrifying," Nathan laughed.
Skeleton Portal
"Very well then. I will now draw the first card." As soon as she drew the card, Nathan found himself in front of a skeleton portal.
Death: Scorpio
"Ahhh, the perfect card for Halloween: Death, which represents Scorpio."
"Of course, the worst card in the deck," Nathan sighed.
The Tarot reader paused for a moment, then gazed at Nathan. "You have experienced death and change and upheaval in your life. You have seen the skull of death grinning at you. That is why we celebrate Halloween, isn't it? We are collectively acknowledging the dark forces that are out of our control, the great changes and upheavals that transform our lives so that we see beyond surface appearances and come face to face with the different dimensions of existence that we usually try to ignore. But deep down, we know that we can't deny upheavals and changes for long, but we also know that most of us manage to survive them, so we set aside one day to honor and mock the transformational forces, all the while hoping that we don't fall victim to the darkness. This card reveals that you have experienced death and change and transformation so that now you can see beyond the illusions that we create and maintain for each other in this realm."
Ghost
Suddenly a horrifying ghost appeared in front of Nathan. "Aw, excuse me. Can you get me out of here, please?" Nathan stuttered.
"I shall now draw the second card, which represents the present," the Tarot reader stated.
Bat Portal
Suddenly a bat portal appeared, and Nathan rushed through it.
The Magician: Mercury
The Tarot reader continued, "The Magician, Mercury. Not a bad card. The Magician connects with the elements, which include the subtle energies of the triplicities of the zodiac and the planets, in other words, the subtle forces of Universal Consciousness represented by the Tree of Life. But some magicians can be tempted to become a sorcerer who uses dark, unbalanced forces to harm others. You are currently exploring the subtle forces and dimensions, but be careful. Remember the unity underlying all of creation and the holiness of all energy. Treat other people and creatures with reverence and compassion as you continue on your spiritual journey."
Witch
Suddenly a witch appeared before Nathan. She seemed to want to cause Nathan great harm, but he wasn't sure why. "Yikes! I think it's time to draw the next card," he yelled.
Ghost Portal
"I shall now draw the third card, which represents the future." Nathan was suddenly in front of a ghost portal.
Wheel of Fortune
The Tarot reader drew the Wheel of Fortune, which represents Jupiter. "Another good card. Jupiter is a great upbuilding force. Through Jupiter, we know the harmony, magnificence, and abundance of the spirit. In the future, Jupiter will bless you with the gold of the spirit as the wheel turns and as changes occur all around you, but be careful of Jupiter's unbalanced forces, which are known as 'The Breakers into Pieces.' The opposite of the ideal of balance and magnificence and abundance is the unbalanced compulsion to destroy everything."
Breakers into Pieces
Suddenly a warrior riding a huge alligator appeared in front of Nathan. "You must be the breakers into pieces," Nathan muttered. "Get me out of here!" Nathan shouted.
Monster Portal
The Tarot reader continued, "I shall now draw the fourth card, which represents what is holding you back." Nathan was suddenly in front of a monster portal.
The Devil: Capricorn
The Tarot reader stated, "Another perfect card for Halloween: The Devil, which represents Capricorn. Sometimes dark, unbalanced forces undermine people. Some can't handle the darkness, but some learn how to neutralize dark forces to create balance. Notice that the Devil in the card holds up his right hand in blessing. We live in a vale of soul-making, not a vale of tears. Even though dark forces might be holding you back, you can learn how to create harmony and abundance and magnificence in your life despite your losses and your transformational changes, and through your compassion you can help others do the same, but first you must learn to deal with dark forces with strength and courage."
Dark Force
Suddenly a devil appeared in front of Nathan. "Okay, I'm learning a lot, but I think it's time to draw the next card," he yelled.
Temperance: Sagittarius
The Tarot reader continued, "I shall now draw the fifth card, which represents how to push forward. Another good card: Temperance, Sagittarius. In this card, balance is the key. The Archangel Michael, 'like unto God,' is a great power of harmony. He represents the path to The Sun, the Emanation of harmony and sacrifice known as Beauty on the Tree of Life. Sometimes we need to sacrifice for others and the community to create balance. Love is the source of sacrifice and harmony."
Haunted House in Daytime
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