Shield

CardDMTCRGp. 622014

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.
Raw data
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