Similar to the Horse Shoe #1, this variant provides insight on different levels. The first two runes begin the reading with the past and present, but then the runes switch to a different focus. Rune #3 warns you about possible side effects that could accompany the future outcome, #7. The base rune, #4 shows desirable or undesirable actions to take concerning the issue. The external environment specifically means the people around you and how they feel about what you are up to. Things which could cause setbacks are indicated in Rune #6, another more specifically focused rune than what is generally labelled the obstacle or challenge rune in some other layouts. as the people around you and how they feel about what you have going on here. Things that might come into play which could cause setbacks are indicated in Rune #6, another more specifically focused rune than what is generally labelled the Obstacle or Challenge rune in some other layouts.
Past Actions Effecting the Question Dagaz |
Possible Future Outcome Jera |
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Present Actions Effecting the Question Isa |
Possible Delays Othala |
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Future Results You Should Consider Eihwaz |
Feelings of Those Around You Berkano |
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Actions You Should Consider Tiwaz |
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Past Actions Effecting the Question
Dagaz represents the first rays of a new dawn. You are on the verge of some kind of breakthrough. You have the will and the ability to change reality. You may experience a period of lucidity that borders on the surreal.
The Ice Rune represents stagnation and a cold, passionless reality. Your life may seem to be going nowhere at the moment, but if you persevere you will soon move on to better days.
Do not allow yourself to give in to confusion. That which you have built may be in jeopardy of crumbling. During times of weakness, we often discover what we are made of.
The Warrior Rune represents pure, masculine power and the ability to fight for what you want and win it. Be careful to mitigate your aggression, as the cost of attaining your goals can outweigh the gains.
Your life may not seem so clear to you during this time. Berkano reversed may mean dissatisfaction and problems with the family. Someone might not be pulling their weight. Be careful to protect that which is yours.
Othala represents a fortress of prosperity and security. Good character attracts good fortune. Those who have it are the ones who get it. That's simply the way things are. You are fortunate to be one of the lucky ones. At the same time, we all make our own luck.
This rune literally means "year" and stands for the harvest of a good year's labours. It represents a permanent change for the better.