A circular shield is close at hand in a military barrack. The Shield card is a reminder of the need for protection.
Upright Meaning
- Person. A protective parent or sibling, or a professional protector such as a sentry or guard.
- Creature or Trap. A creature that protects others, such as a watchdog or shield guardian, or a warding trap designed to repel invaders.
- Place. A defensive structure, such as a fortress or a castle wall.
- Treasure. A valuable or magical shield.
- Situation. Someone who must protect those who can't protect themselves.
Reversed Meaning
- Person. A guarded person who carefully shields themself from physical or emotional harm.
- Creature or Trap. A heavily armored creature.
- Place. A hermitage or retreat meant to isolate one person from others.
- Treasure. A suit of armor that is valuable or magical.
- Situation. A situation arising from someone selfishly protecting themself without heed to others.