Beast

CardDMTCRGp. 172014

The Beast card points to creatures of the animal kingdom and foul, cruel, or bad-tempered behavior in people.

Upright Meaning

  • Person. A person who avoids the comforts of civilization or indulges predatory attitudes.
  • Creature or Trap. A Beast, or a similar creature (such as a Fey or a Monstrosity) that is animal-like; alternatively, a pit or other confined space with a trapped animal within.
  • Place. A place where animals roam freely.
  • Treasure. A treasure that incorporates fur, feathers, bones, or claws from a Beast, or a magic item that allows transformation into a Beast (such as a Cloak of the Bat or Staff of the Python).
  • Situation. A situation involving hunting animals or animals preying on people.

Reversed Meaning

  • Person. A person who fiercely represses urges they deem "bestial" in themselves or others.
  • Creature or Trap. A domesticated animal or a familiar.
  • Place. A place where animals are contained, such as a farm or a zoo.
  • Treasure. An ornate saddle, a goad, or another item related to the use of domestic animals, or a magic item that allows control of Beasts (such as a Potion of Animal Friendship).
  • Situation. Domestic animals rebelling against people's control.
Raw data
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              "type": "item",
              "entry": "A domesticated animal or a familiar."
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              "entry": "A place where animals are contained, such as a farm or a zoo."
            },
            {
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