The Chariot: Harnessing Momentum

Few cards in the Major Arcana capture the thrill of forward motion like the Chariot. Whether you’re steering a powerful vehicle down a sunlit road or guiding two mythical sphinxes through the cosmos, this archetype speaks to mastery, determination and the triumphant integration of opposing forces. 

In my deck, Lieselle's Eternal Tarot, I’ve reimagined this energy with new symbols while still honouring the core themes first crystallised in the Rider–Waite–Smith (RWS) version. Let’s dive into what makes The Chariot so electrifying and explore how the two decks converse with one another.

The Core Energy: Determination in Motion

At its heart, the Chariot is about harnessing willpower to overcome obstacles. When this card appears, it heralds a moment of clarity: you know where you’re headed, you’ve rallied the resources you need, and nothing short of your own hesitation will stand in your way.

In Lieselle’s Eternal Tarot, the Chariot’s wheels gleam with promise, the comet streaks overhead to emphasise fiery focus, and a canopy of stars crowns the scene with celestial support.

In the Rider–Waite–Smith deck, a gallant warrior stands proud in a chariot pulled by two sphinxes (one black, one white) beneath a star-strewn sky; symbols of opposing energies unified in service of the charioteer’s goal.

Both decks make the same point: real success comes when determination is coupled with balance.

So what is this guy all about...

1. Determination and Willpower

Eternal Deck: The comet’s fiery tail ignites your sense of purpose, urging swift, decisive action.

RWS Deck: The charioteer’s tight rein on the sphinxes shows his mastery over inner impulses; no need to rush if you’re already in control.

Takeaway: Harness your inner Magician (creativity), but channel it with charioteer-level discipline.

2. Balancing Opposites

Eternal Deck: By invoking all four elements in the sphinxes, Lieselle’s version reminds you to integrate mind, spirit, heart and body.

RWS Deck: The black-white duality suffices to illustrate yin-yang balance.

Takeaway: Seek harmony between ambition and intuition, logic and emotion.

3. Focus and Direction

Eternal Deck: The comet demands you lock in on your True North.

RWS Deck: The star-crown suggests a more contemplative approach and also to trust your higher self to guide you.

Takeaway: Whether you choose laser focus or star-guided vision, clarity is your compass.

4. Courage to Venture Beyond Comfort

Eternal Deck: Leaving the city silhouette signals a deliberate exit from safety.

RWS Deck: The Chariot’s forward tilt conveys fearless momentum.

Takeaway: Growth lies outside your “home walls.” Embrace the unknown.

A Twin Legacy of Motion and Mastery 

Both Lieselle’s Eternal Tarot and the traditional Rider–Waite–Smith deck invite us to embody the Chariot’s message: true victory arises when determination (the drive to go forward) merges with balance (the skill to manage inner tensions). Whether you heed the comet’s fiery arrow or the star-crown’s serene guidance, your journey is underpinned by the same timeless truth—when heart, mind and spirit unite, no obstacle can stand in your way.

So, my darlings, chart your course, steady your reins and launch yourself confidently into whatever grand adventure awaits.

Ready to Move Forward—Powerfully?

The Chariot in Lieselle’s Eternal Tarot isn’t just a symbol of speed or success—it’s a reminder that true mastery comes when focus, courage and inner balance align. With radiant symbols like the comet and elemental sphinxes, this deck transforms classic tarot energy into a guide for purposeful momentum.

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Trust your direction. Let the cards remind you how to move with power.