Lesson III: Major Tarot Deck [1st - 3rd Years]

[rosalie]

Rosalie walked around the classroom putting Tarot Decks on every round table in the room. Some were brand new and some were torn with age. It was all they had at the moment and it would do. Rosalie, of course, got the oldest deck. She picked up a card and read it; The Sun.

Hopefully students would find this interesting. They seemed thrilled over the Crystal Balls but then their excitement turned to displease apparently; everyone had stopped participating so she closed the lesson early and gave them no homework. Rosalie had never taught before this term so she was still learning what interested students and not.

Rosalie looked to the chalk boards and picked up her wand off of her desk. She walked over to the chalk boards and tapped on every one of them. Her handwriting started appearing with the notes for the lesson.

Lesson III: The Major Tarot Deck

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[li] Beginning, Inconsequence, Innocence, Freedom
[/li][li] Spontaneity, Originality, Happiness, Non-criticism
[/li][li] No attachment, Initiative, Adventure , Irresponsibility
[/li][li] Inexperience, Immaturity, Optimism, Boldness
[/li][li] Carpe Diem, Creative Chaos, New Beginning, Foolhardiness

1 The Magician:
[/li][li] Action, Consciousness, Concentration, Personal power
[/li][li] Practicity, Energy, Creativity, Movement
[/li][li] Precision, Conviction, Manipulation, Self confidence
[/li][li] Being objective, Focusing, Determination, Initiative

2 The High Priestess:
[/li][li] Intuition, Nonaction, Mystery, Calmness, Silence
[/li][li] Inner voice, Deep understanding, Discretion, Sensitivity
[/li][li] Distance, Stability, Wisdom, Unconscious knowledge
[/li][li] Patience, Looking inward, Contemplation, Subjective mind

3 The Empress:
[/li][li] Mothering, Fertility, Sexuality, Abundance
[/li][li] Material prosperity, Pleasure, Comfort, Power
[/li][li] Nature, Delight, Desire, Physical attraction
[/li][li] Health, Sensuality, Beauty, Satisfaction

4 The Emperor:
[/li][li] Fathering, Stability, Authority, Power
[/li][li] Control, Discipline, Command, Common sense
[/li][li] Status quo, Order, Structure, Egocentrism
[/li][li] Tradition, Rigidness, Leadership, Experience
[/li][li] Inflexibility, Conservadorism, Organization

5 The Pope
[/li][li] Education, knowledge, status quo, institution
[/li][li] Conservatism, discipline, maturity, formality
[/li][li] Social convention, belief system, group identification
[/li][li] Conformity, experience, moral values, tradition
[/li][li] Coletivity, orthodoxy, obedience to the rules

6 The Lovers [Does contain nudity. Be mature about it.]
[/li][li] Love relationship, Union, Passion, Sexuality
[/li][li] Pleasure, Humanism, Desire, Personal beliefs
[/li][li] Individual values, Physical attraction, Connection
[/li][li] Affinity, Bonding, Romance, Heart
[/li][li] Following the Marseille Tradition, also there are:
[/li][li] Choice, Doubt, Difficult decision, Dilemma, Temptation

7 The Chariot
[/li][li] Conquest, Honor, Victory, Energy
[/li][li] Egocentrism, Self confidence, Conviction, Anxiety
[/li][li] Willpower, Self assertion, Hard control, Discipline
[/li][li] Inflexibility, Success, Wealth, Recognition
[/li][li] Impulsivity, Command, Bravery, Pride

8 Strength
[/li][li] Self control, Being solid, Patience, Compassion
[/li][li] Composure, Stability, Perseverance, Moderation
[/li][li] Kindness, Gentleness, Slowness, Softness
[/li][li] Serenity, Comprehension, Discipline, Inner strength


9 The Hermit
[/li][li] Introspection, Silence, Guidance, Reflection
[/li][li] Solitude, Looking inward, Reclusion, Being quiet
[/li][li] Inner search, Deep understanding, Isolation
[/li][li] Distance, Retreat, Philosophical attitude

10 Wheel of Fortune
[/li][li] Turning point, Opportunities; Possibilities
[/li][li] Destiny, Fate, Superior Forces; Movement
[/li][li] Development, Activity, Surprises; Expansion
[/li][li] Sudden Events, Speed, New Developments, Life Cycles

11 Justice[/li][li] Impartiality, Distance, Coldness, Justice
[/li][li] Objective mind, Criticism, Being clever, Insensivity
[/li][li] Decision, Intellect, Analysis, Realism, Severity
[/li][li]Responsibility, Rationality, Clear vision, Logic and reason

12 The Hanged Man
[/li][li] Sacrifice, Letting go, Surrendering, Passivity
[/li][li] Suspension, Acceptance, Renounce, Patience
[/li][li] New point of view, Contemplation, Inner harmony
[/li][li] Conformism, Nonaction, Waiting, Giving up

13 Death
[/li][li] Ending of a cycle, Loss, Conclusion, Sadness
[/li][li] Transition into a new state, Psychological transformation
[/li][li] Finishing up, Regeneration, Elimination of old patterns
[/li][li] Being caught in the inescapable, Good-byes, Deep change

14 The Temperance
[/li][li] Temperance, Harmony, Balance, Health
[/li][li] Moderation, Joining forces, Well-being, Recovery
[/li][li] Equilibrium, Transcendence, Unification, Healing
[/li][li] Synthesis, Bringing together opposites, Feeling secure

15 The Devil [Nudity in this one also. Be mature.]
[/li][li] Materialism, Ignorance, Stagnation, Self bondage
[/li][li] Lust, Egoism, Obsession, Anxiety, Anger
[/li][li] Ganance, Hedonism, Passion, Animal instincts
[/li][li] Sexuality, Temptation, Lack of faith, Vice
[/li][li] Futility, Physical attraction, Pessimism

16 The Tower
[/li][li]Chaos, Sudden change, Impact, Hard times
[/li][li] Crisis, Revelation, Disruption, Realizing the truth
[/li][li] Disillusion, Crash, Burst, Uncomfortable experience
[/li][li] Downfall, Ruin, Ego blow, Explosive transformation

17 The Star [Nudity.]
[/li][li] Calmness, Free-flowing love, Trust
[/li][li] Tranquility, Peace of mind, Pure essence
[/li][li] Hope, Serenity, Inspiration, Generosity
[/li][li] Thinking positive, Joy, Faith, Regeneration
[/li][li] Good will, Optimism, Harmony, Renewal of forces

18 The Moon
[/li][li] Lack of clarity, Tension, Doubt, Fantasy
[/li][li] Deception, Psychological conflict, Obscured vision
[/li][li] Confusion, Illusion, Fear, Imagination, Worry
[/li][li] Romanticism, Anxiety, Apprehension, Unrealistic ideas

19 The Sun [Semi-nudity]
[/li][li] Optimism, Expansion, Being radiant, Good feelings
[/li][li] Enlightenment, Vitality, Innocence, Non-criticism
[/li][li] Assurance, Energy, Personal power, Happiness
[/li][li] Splendor, Brilliance, Joy, Enthusiasm

20 Judgement [Slight nudity]
[/li][li] Judgment, Rebirth, Inner Calling, Absolution
[/li][li] Restart, Accepting past mistakes/actions, Release
[/li][li] Forgiveness, End of repression, Reconciliation, Renewal
[/li][li] Decision, Salvation, New beginning, Hope, Redemption

21 The World [Nudity]
[/li][li] Fulfillment, Completeness, Integration, Personal realization
[/li][li] Involvement, Peace of mind, Prosperity, Accomplishment
[/li][li] Satisfaction, Contentment, Success, Good feelings
[/li][li] Finding vocation, Happiness, Wholeness, Harmony[/i][/font][/size][/li][/ul]

Rosalie put her wand in her robe pocket and began walking around the classroom. The bell is going to ring soon. She put her hands into her pockets and walked back over to her desk. Rose sat down on her desk and crossed her ankles like she usually did.

Her blonde hair was up in a ponytail and she was wearing jeans with a band shirt. But of course her band shirt was covered up by her robes. Rosalie didn't like dressrobes and refused to wear them. You should be comfortable when you teach.

Rose turned her head to see a book she was reading; Eclipse. Rosalie had read the book at least eight times already, like Twilight and New Moon. Rose heard they were making a movie and that Hayden Christensen was playing as Edward Cullen. Hopefully Christian, known as Anikin Skywalker, would give Edward justice. =] If they screwed up the movie then she would literally kill the director and the screenplay writer. Not a joke, she was dead serious.

The teacher assistant didn't pick up the book. Knowing herself she would pick up the book and not pay attention to her students. Rosalie wasn't a multi-tasker. If she got too much tasks she would freak out and spazz till it was fixed. Odd person she was.

The bell rang meaning students would be coming in soon. She snapped back into reality and made a popping noise with her lips. Rose put her hands in her lap and waited patiently for her students to arrive.[/blockquote]

[shayna]

Shayna ascended up into the Divination tower. She took this class only because she wished she knew more about how her brother was. She thought maybe if she was in it she'd see something that would make her feel better but she was wrong. Far from right.

Sitting down at a desk she saw a brand new deck of cards, but they weren't normal playing cards they were Tarot cards. She got a bit worried at what she might get, but she was interested none the less. Since she was first she got to choose where she sat, and she was sitting in the darkest corner with one of the newest decks. Odd. Indeed.

[mattias]

A lonley Ravenclaw boy wandered up the Divination Tower, heading of course for the third lesson of Divination. For the first time in possibly his life, he did not feel in the mood for classes, and rather wanted to return to bed. Unfortunatley he could not. Sighing loudly, the thought of one on his mind, he entered the classroom. The second to arrive. A nod to the other girl, he sat beside her. Also giving a smile to Rosalie, their teacher.

Now gazing upon the desk, he noticed a pack of cards. Tarot cards of course. They seemed to be set upon each of the desks. Fasinated already with them, he almost forgot he was sitting beside another. "Good Morning," he mumered quietly, thrilled with the cards.

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[selkie]

For the last few days Sadie Radcliffe had confined herself to her room. Adjusting to the school year and the demands from class was sometimes difficult, as most of her fellow classmates would surely agree. Having decided that her childish appearance was not right for her current mood, the girl had found a spell for a haircut in the library. After a few tests on the grass outside and various other things, she had perfected it and the result was quite satisfactory.

The reinvented Sadie found her way up the stairs to Divination in a cheerful mood. She entered with a smile and a bright "Hullo Ms. Moore" to the teacher before finding herself a seat near the front. She hoped at this point to be quite attentive and to learn a lot about tarot. It was regrettable that her attention span had run short on the last lesson, but the girl had been daydreaming about what changes to make to her personal appearance. She had even managed to start a new wardrobe, having gone shopping with her parents one weekend.

Once she sat the girl pulled out her books and supplies. As her blue eyes fell upon the blackboard they widdened considerably... There were more notes there than she had ever seen before. Immediately she set to work, dipping her quill in ink and then scratching down the words that were written for them to copy. After a few long moments Sadie silently vowed to find a spell that would charm her pen to take notes on its own.

[rosalie]

10 points to Ravenclaw

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Rosalie picked up her head as a student walked in. It was one that she hadn't seen before. She's probably new to the class then. She picked up her parchment with all the student's names on it. One new student, Shayne Roberts. Rosalie put a "P" next to the girl's name.

Then a melancholy figure walked in, Mattias. He didn't seem like his normal happyself. Seemed kind of sleepy. Well she did start the class a bit earlier than normal. Mattias gave Rosalie a smile and she smiled back at him. Hopefully he would cheer up a bit.

Rosalie picked up her Tarot deck. She picked the top one up to look at it; The High Priestess. Rose put the card at the bottom of the deck for no particular reason. The teacher assistant was just patiently waiting for the other students to come in so that the class could start.

Something had changed Mister Leonhart's mood. Good thing too because she didn't like seeing her students sad or down in the dumps. Rosalie was humming to herself when Sadie walked in. "Hullo Ms. Moore," said a female voice she reconguised as Sadie's. "Hello Miss Radcliffe," she replied looking up.

Miss Moore picked up another card from the deck to look at it. The Lovers. She looked up to see what her students were doing. Writing notes and Sadie was scribbling away. "You guys know you don't have to write all those notes. Just write about four or five for each one. I just wanted you guys to understand each card a bit. I would never let you guys write all of those. That would be one boring lesson don't you think?"[/font][/blockquote]

[shayna]

Shayna had taken out things for the class and started writing down all the notes on the boards around the room. She was a fast writer and was about three fourths of the way done with them when a fellow Ravenclaw boy sat next to her. She hadn't ever met him so she just continued writing notes until he spoke. She had finished with writing down number 15 when he spoke.

Glancing up she looked over at the boy finally. She had seen him around at meals and in the common room, but that was pretty much it. "Morning." she said softly before going back to her notes. She was surprised someone noticed her there in the dark corner, but didn't mind none-the-less.

[cateline]

Cateline absolutely loved Divination! She had looked trough her inner eye and predicted that this class they'd be learning about tarot. Or maybe she had just received an owl about the class and therefor knew that it would be, but that's just the boring version of the same story. ;]

She was skipping trough the corridors on her way towards the tower. Some other students gave her weird glances, but the girl didn't care. She adored skipping. =] Her bag swung in the same rhythm. It was pretty irritating, but Cateline just tried to ignore it. At least it her bag wasn't stuffed with too many books today.

Quickly she entered the class and slipped into a seat. There weren't that many people, but usually there weren't so.. Apparently there were only a few people interested in Divination. What a waist!

She looked at the board and made some notes. It was pretty difficult to prevent her whole notebook to be stuffed with this one extremely large note. She tried to create shorter versions of the words, hoping that she'd understand their meaning afterwards.

[selkie]

Sadie looked up at the teacher as she mentioned that they didn't need to write everything down. In spite of the fact that she'd written most of the information already she paused long enough to crack her text book. Finding 'Tarot' in the index the Gryffindor flipped to the section, then sighed softly as she found the same information displayed in the chapter.

She tended to be good about reading ahead in her texts but Sadie had started copying her notes before she really thought about what she was doing. The second year slid her notes under her book which she left open on the desk before her. Curiously she examined the tarot deck that was assigned to her. Cards revealing the future? What would they say about her today?

[rosalie]

The students seemed to be done with writing their notes so she was going to begin the lesson. Rosalie continued to sit on her desk as she always did. Her ankles crossed and she put her hands around the edge of the desk. She looked around to double make sure they were done with their notes.

"Since it looks like everyone is done with their notes I will start the lesson." She moved strands of her blonde bangs out of her face and behind her ear. "Take three cards off the top of the deck. Don't look at them. Put them face down in three rows. Then get the next three cards; turn them over and put them in three rows on top of the ones faced down."

Rose took a deep breath and began swinging her legs a bit. "The cards on the top is your future and it's your life." She looked around the room to see the expressions on her student's faces. Rosalie moved her hands to her lap and placed them there. "Any comments, questions, or concerns?"

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[selkie]

Sadie glanced up as Ms. Moore spoke. She nodded without thinking as the woman spoke, then glanced down at her own tarot deck which she had been shuffling idly. Setting down the cards she drew the first three, laying them face down on the table. Next came the face up cards which as the book had indicated told the girl her past, present and future. She saw the '10 of Cups' in the past position. Flipping through the book she found the answer to this card:

Goals are reached successfully. Contentment and happiness come into your life. Strong friendships or love brighten your existence. A joyful family occasion is possible.

Next was the present card, which appeared to be The Wheel. She already had this in her notes:
Turning point, Opportunities; Possibilities
Destiny, Fate, Superior Forces; Movement
Development, Activity, Surprises; Expansion
Sudden Events, Speed, New Developments, Life Cycles

And finally in the future position was the 6 of Pentacles, which once looked up in the book meant:
You will be receiving what is due you, positive or negative. Someone repays a past loan of money or time. Revive your outlook on life by helping others who are in need.

Sadie wrinkled her nose slightly trying to interpret just what these signs meant to her personally.

[robotboy]

Oh dear. Dezi was late. He had a habit of being late lately, actually. Quite unfortunate, but a fact nonetheless. Slipping into the room, he spotted a girl he'd sat with last lesson. He hadn't quite gotten the chance to talk to her; however, so he was still curious as to who she was. Besides, she was in Mihael, so wouldn't it be good to get to know his fellow house mates?

Sitting down in a seat to the right of her, he gave her a smile and whispered, "Hey. I'm Dezi." The lesson had begun and he didn't want to get in trouble for speaking too loud. Yet, the Teacher Assistant seemed to be done with explaining the lesson. Wrinkling his nose, he turned to the girl beside him [Cateline] and asked, "What are we supposed to be doing, exactly?"

[selkie]

Sadie had been staring at her cards for what felt like ages as she tried to figure out the nuances of just what they meant. When she realized just how long it had been the Gryffindor glanced up self-consciously, wondering if she had been day-dreaming. Most of the class seemed to be asleep, so she was safe...however this meant that the lesson hadn't really progressed much. Frowning slightly she glanced up at the T.A., wondering what she should do now that she was mostly finished with the assignment.

[rosalie]

Rosalie nodded and went back to her desk and sat down. She pulled her legs up to her body and put her arms around them. "After you are done with looking and reading your cards give me a paragraph on each of the top cards. Three paragraphs, five to seven sentences long for homework. It's due by next week."

The end of the year was coming up. Next week or so a review lesson will be held. Hopefully she had taught them something. They were good students and she wouldn't make the exam too hard for them. Just enough where they had to think about it.

She picked up a book and began reading.