The scenery of this card is particularly windy. The young page has a dynamic posture and is ready for action. The whole card is in motion. The page is obviously set to act whenever necessary, without any delay. This is the nature of this card: the person symbolised by it is vigilant, ready, alert and quick to act; his mind is swift and his logic is clear and strong. This person is also curious and ready to learn, and his reason is well balanced with his emotions. When this card shows up, you can sometimes expect some surprises. Traditionally this card is connected with espionage.
On the card
A young man stands on a rough patch of high ground, holding a sword upright with both hands. His body faces one way while his head is turned to look over his shoulder, as if he has just heard something and is ready to respond from whatever direction it comes.
The wind is everywhere on this card. His hair blows back, the clouds behind him are torn and scattered across a pale sky, and the small trees in the distance bend under its force. A flock of birds flies high above, another sign of the air element to which the Swords suit belongs.
The page stands on uneven ground with a landscape opening out behind him, giving him a wide view of his surroundings. His sword is not swung or aimed at anyone; it is held up, ready and watchful. Together with his alert stance, this gives the card its character: quick thinking, curiosity, vigilance and a restless mind that is always looking for new information. The changeable sky reminds us that ideas and news on this card arrive suddenly and move fast.
Upright
Dexterity, readiness, vigilance, negotiator, subtle, alert mind always ready to learn.
Reversed
Impostor, powerless, hasty, devious, critical, bad news, secret activities, gossip.