I notice there is a lot of red (passion) in both cards. The Empress sits on her cushion, holding a sceptor  in her hand. She has 12 stars in her crown. (The 12 signs of the zodiac). Heart shaped shield (Venus, planet of affection and love). She is surrounded by wheat, trees, nature. She looks prosperous, and happy. She represents the Earth Mother. All that is good, abundance, nurturing, fullfilling. The good stuff of life. Happiness in home and hearth.

Oops for the Emperor. He is wearing the emblems of war (rams' heads and the planet mars). The ankh in his right hand and the globe of dominion in his left.  He depicts power and authority. Red robes and purple throne (colors reserved for royalty). Father archtype. He is a thinker and uses good logic and reasoning. He does not let emotion rule. He is a problem solver. He is a leader and unafraid of confrontation. Perhaps when he shows in a reading you need to develop your leadership skills or you are developing leadership skills. Becoming bolder in analyzing your situation without letting emotion get in the way . Logically finding solutions gaining the ability to lead other with confidence.

She says: "Dear, have you seen what riches spring has brought? Everything seems to sprout and grow even as I look"

He says: "I'm sure that's good, but I have no time for idle chat right now"

S: "Why do you always have to be so hard on everybody? Aren't you glad your child is also growing within me?"

H: "Certainly, just don't expect me to stare at it for however long it takes... Someone has to get things done around here and that's usually me".

S: Sigh... "You are missing so much, dear..."

H: Hmpf... "You waste so much time...".






These are the emperors and empress from Scapini, Robin Wood and Spiral decks.

The Empress, she is coy and lonely but loyal to the end she has a lot of fruits around her, but she knows her place, she is doing what she is supposed to do, because her dad the emperor a strong stern but fair man is awaiting an heir to the throne

The Empress, she will allow you many choices, but will never give you the answers directly.  She loves mothering you, but at the same thime allowing you the opportunity to make the choices.  She is a lover of nature and shows you the lightness and the darkness of obstacles that are in your path.  She is a wise woman, but wants you to learn for yourself.  She will be there for you when needed all you have to do is treat her with respect and show your gratitude.

The Emperor, is a very stern and strict man.  He somewhat the opposite of the Empress.  He wants things done his way, which he knows is best and will accept nothing less than perfection.  He will show you that there are two sides to every action, a positive and a negative.  He allows you to use his knowledge and becomes very aggitated should you go against his wisdom and do somthing you feel is a better way.