Arcana Library

Spread Guides

Choose the right layout for your question. Each spread is a different lens for self-reflection.

Single Card

One card to illuminate the present moment or answer a focused question

1 card5 Arcana

Positions

1Card of the Day

When to Use

Daily check-in or a focused yes/clear answer

Example Questions

  • What energy is with me today?
  • What do I need to be aware of right now?

Three Card Spread

Past, present, and future — understand the flow of your situation

3 cards10 Arcana

Positions

1Past2Present3Future

When to Use

Understanding a situation's timeline or dynamic

Example Questions

  • What shaped this?
  • Where am I now?
  • Where is this going?

Celtic Cross

A deep, comprehensive reading covering all aspects of your situation

10 cards25 Arcana

Positions

1Present Situation2The Challenge3Distant Past4Recent Past5Possible Outcome6Immediate Future7Your Approach8External Influences9Hopes & Fears10Final Outcome

When to Use

Deep dives into complex, multi-layered situations

Example Questions

  • What is the full picture of this situation?
  • What am I not seeing clearly?

Yes / No

One symbol, one signal — a clear answer with the nuance behind it

1 card5 Arcana

Positions

1Your Symbol

When to Use

A binary decision where you need a clear signal

Example Questions

  • Should I take this opportunity?
  • Is this the right time to act?

Relationship

Five symbols mapping the space between two people

5 cards15 Arcana

Positions

1You2The Other3The Connection4The Challenge5Advice

When to Use

Exploring dynamics with a specific person

Example Questions

  • What is the true nature of this connection?
  • How do we serve each other's growth?

Career Path

Where you stand, what blocks you, what you carry, where to go next

4 cards10 Arcana

Positions

1Where You Stand2The Obstacle3Hidden Strength4Next Step

When to Use

Career decisions, purpose, or professional transitions

Example Questions

  • Am I on the right path?
  • What's holding me back professionally?

Weekly Forecast

Seven symbols for seven days — a tone for each day of the week ahead

7 cards15 Arcana

Positions

1Monday2Tuesday3Wednesday4Thursday5Friday6Saturday7Sunday

When to Use

Setting intention for the week ahead

Example Questions

  • What energy should I bring to this week?
  • What themes will I be working through?