The high priestess represents profound wisdom, intuition, the ability to navigate hidden realms, the deep connection to the subconscious mind and the exploration of the mysterious realms of the human psyche. Just as the high priestess taps into her intuitive powers to access hidden truths, cockroaches rely on their heightened sensory perception to navigate dark and hidden spaces. They possess an uncanny ability to detect subtle changes in their environment and swiftly adapt to survive. They are a reminder to trust our intuition, tap into our inner wisdom, embrace the depths of our subconscious to overcome obstacles in our own lives and confront any shadows or unresolved issues within ourselves.

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I finished painting this over a year ago but I never posted it? Anyway I’m working on these again

XII - The Hanged Man, Upright: surrender, sacrifice, faith, perspective

Here’s what Meg got Apollo for Christmas

(Apollo got Meg an ancient sword and curse of Delos seeds, but I sadly cannot find picture of that ;-;)

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The world, carried gently by Chalcosoma atlas across the stars.

i'm getting the full gimmick blog experience now. i've been doing alphabet for four months and it still feels like a part of me, like a muscle in my forearm. arcanacompletionist feels like someone tied a bag of birdshot to me. except i did it to myself.

ABCDEFGHI KLMNOP RSTUVWXY

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A while ago I decided I wanted to assign mechs characters to all 78 tarot cards (there are so many mechs characters y’all, just so many) and its not done yet but my favorite pair from the Major Arcana are Gunpowder Tim as The Tower and Bertie as Death.

According to thetarotguide.com, The Tower upright has meanings of chaos, destruction, trauma, sudden unexpected change, disaster, loss, confusion, pain, and violence; and Death upright has meanings of sudden unexpected change, spiritual transformation, new beginnings, letting go, and transition.

The Hanged Man tarot card with real mounted spider by MetamorphicMagick on Etsy

@mushroombo HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAN!!!!!!!!!! hehe have this Summers :3

^no moth

The Five of Shells resonates with themes of loss, grief, regret, and the emotional turmoil that accompanies facing setbacks and disappointments. This card serves as a wise teacher, encouraging us to confront our sorrow, acknowledge our losses, and navigate a path forward with resilience and acceptance. It stands as a poignant reminder that, in the face of adversity, there remains hope and opportunity to transform our circumstances. The recently extinct Xerces blue butterfly, which once graced the San Francisco Peninsula, left a tragic narrative of loss that reverberated through the natural world. This card prompts us to recognize the grief that follows such losses and encourages us to shift our focus from dwelling on what is lost to cherishing what remains.

The tale of the Xerces blue serves as a stark and powerful reminder of the real-world consequences of neglect. It emphasizes that the process of healing, both for our environment and ourselves, can only begin when we confront our losses and, crucially, when we commit to learning from past mistakes. It symbolizes the arduous struggle to move beyond sorrow and find hope amidst despair, to recognize the potential for renewal even in the face of profound loss. It gently nudges us to seek support in times of adversity, reminding us that we need not navigate the terrain of loss in isolation. Instead, it encourages us to grieve for what is gone and channel that grief into meaningful action.

In essence, this card is a mirror reflecting the universal human experience of confronting grief and loss. It provides a roadmap for finding hope amid despair and healing in the face of adversity, stressing that even in the most challenging moments, we are not alone. The Five of Shells imparts a profound lesson: acknowledging our sorrows is the first step on the path to healing and transformative change.

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Another bug tarot card that I finished recently, though idk I might still fiddle with this one :/

yeah hey what's the interest in beetlejuice? 👀 ( in other words, please gush about your funky little fixation 🫡 )

Oh hey lovely!! 💛💛

Short answer: hearing Alex Brightman in Hazbin Hotel awoke the goth/musical nerd in me like a damn sleeper agent

Long answer: I’ve always loved the film (my parents used to put it on because they liked it and would tell me when to shut my eyes when Barbara ripped her face off lmao) and I actually plan to get a tattoo inspired by the funky bug ghost man in time for the sequel 🤩🤩 I’m also super excited for the new movie! I have high hopes but I’m also trying to manage my expectations 😅💀

I’m also revisiting the 90’s cartoon, because even though I loved it as a kid too, my memory of it is shaky as hell 😂 I only really remember the Edgar Allen Poe episode because it freaked me a bit when I was little 😂😂

BUT, the musical…the MUSICAL??!! Goddamn I love it (am I deeply in love with Alex Brightman? I cannot possibly comment….), I went and bought the OBC vinyl and a tie-in makeup palette because I have absolutely zero idea how to consume media like a normal person. The score reminds me of a weird mix of Book of Mormon and The Rocky Horror Show because of the slight rock sound to it. The three note guitar riff in the first few lines of “The Whole Being Dead Thing” revolve in my brain like a potato in a microwave.

Side note; absolute travesty the musical hasn’t really left the US, I know so many fellow theatre nerds who would eat the shit up-

I think it all really ties into my adoration for quirky supernatural trickster characters with a Pick Your Own Backstory who are insanely powerful but just use it for Shenanigans™️ until someone pisses them off enough 😅 If I could, I too would just hang around in a snazzy suit causing Problems for middle class suburban people.

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Card 4: The Empress

A female mosquito, uniquely armed to gather the necessary blood and nutrients that will nourish her future children.

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The next bug in my series of tarot designs, this is based on a hooded mantis

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