She who must be obeyed

Symbolism wise, this is ALL WRONG.

Tarot Cards aren’t just a bunch of figures, they actually have symbolism and represent ARCHETYPES. And the person who made this got all the archetypes wrong.

The fool is an archetype of JOURNEY, and DIVING INTO THE UNKNOWN. It doesn’t mean foolishness in the sense of someone being a jerk (like Joffrey). It symbolizes someone who willingly steps into unknown territory with curiosity and faith. Hence, Bran would be The Fool, because he makes a spiritual journey diving into lost knowledge with the Bloodraven.

The Magician is the archetype of KNOWLEDGE and WISDOM. This is Tyrion Lannister, really. Tyrion always relies on Logic, calculating the risks of his actions. He usually uses his mind to solve problems and have the fast thinking and swift tongue the Magician is known for. Also, the Magician is a somewhat trickster figure (like Loki or Apollo). So, it’s Tyrion.

The High Priestess... well, this is actually right. High Priestess is the archetype of OCCULT and INTUITION. The High Priestess is a woman of great knowledge, but not a rational knowledge. Her wisdom is spiritual. Her knowledge and powers doesn’t come from books and studying, but from unknown and ancient powers. So, Melisandre.

The Empress is the Archetype of MOTHERHOOD, FERTILITY, FEMALE POWER and CREATION. The only character in Asoiaf that seems to fit the archetype would be the historical Good Queen Alysanne, or maybe the religious figure of The Mother, of the Faith of the Seven. The Empress represents female power and is actually a figure of love and compassion, and most of all, a MOTHER figure. That’s not Sansa.

The Emperor is the Archetype of THE FATHER, JUSTICE, MORALITY and MASCULINE POWER. This would be Ned Stark, or maybe the religious figure of The Father of the Faith of the Seven. Either way, the Emperor is a figure of great moral strength, justice and honor (honestly, this is not like Jamie at all).

The Hierophant could actually be Jojeen, but I think Sam Tarly fits best, because the archetype of the Hierophant is THE HEALER and THE PROFESSOR, and Sam is learning to be a Maester. Also, Jojeen’s knowledge comes from Greensight and ancient Gods, not from books and rational thinking. The Hierophant is a figure of rational knowledge, unlike the High Priestess, whose knowledge is instinctive.

The Lovers is the archetype of CHOICE and CONFLICT. Rhaegar Targaryen, Lyanna Stark and Robert Baratheon fulfill the archetype, since they form a Love Triangle. The Lovers are actually a love triangle, representing the choice between a “safe” path (for Lyanna, a loveless marriage to Robert Baratheon) and a “dangerous” path  (for Lyanna, to follow her heart and runaway with Rhaegar, despite the ugly consequences).

 The Chariot is the archetype of THE WARRIOR. It is Ares in Greek mythology, the War Chariot that tramples over whatever that lies in its way. The Warrior is not a rational figure, is an instinctive one. The Warrior fights its way to get what it wants. So, Arya Stark, really.

The Strength is the archetype of INNER STRENGHT and PRIDE. This is Brienne of Tarth and her constant struggle to be honorable. Also, mythology-wise the Strength is Hercules, forced to overcome certain trials to regain his honor. So, Brienne and her task to find the Stark girls and fulfill her oath to Catelyn Stark fit better. She also wields a blade called Oathkeeper, a symbol of her quest to fulfill her promise and find honor.

The Hermit is the archetype of ISOLATION. This is the Bloodraven (Three Eyed Raven), that made the conscious choice to step away from the world and watch as the history unfolds; He does not interfere in the ways of the world, he observers and eventually mentors, but he only plays the part of guide and witness. The Hermit is also a figure of wisdom (and honestly, how do you even think The Hound fits in, pray tell?)

The Wheel of Fortune is the archetype of DESTINY. The Wheel of Fortune would be Maggy reading Cersei’s fortune, leaving Cersei forever tormented by the inevitability of her fate. No other image in the series describes better.

The Justice is also right. Justice is Stannis, because Justice is the archetype of RIGHTEOUSNESS.

The Hanged Man is the Archetype of SACRIFICE. This is Jon Snow being stabbed by his fellow brothers. Jon Snow used his position of power to help the wildlings, opening the Wall for them, saving them from the Others, and in the end he was betrayed for his actions, making him some sort of Messiah. Theon’s punishment, however cruel, does not qualify as sacrifice, because it is actually a punishment that comes as a result of his own treason to the Starks.

The Death arcana does not mean death AT ALL. Death is actually the Archetype of CHANGE and REBIRTH. That would be Daenerys stepping out of the fires unharmed, but changed into someone stronger and more capable to lead. The Faceless Men only mean death in the usual sense, which is NOT the meaning of the card.

The Temperance is the archetype of BALANCE, PATIENCE and VIRTUE. Littlefinger does not represent either of this things, so it could never be him. Gilly Craster, however, fits the archetype: she is a sweet young girl that, despite all the things she had to endure, perfectly balances reason and emotion.

The Devil is the archetype of IMMORALITY, SEXUAL DRIVE and EGOCENTRISM. It doesn’t represent someone who is cruel and mean, but someone who only acts on his own desires and needs. Ramsay Bolton could not qualify as the Devil because he actually THINKS his actions quite thoroughly. He is a mean bastard, but he KNOWS he is a mean bastard; he made a CONSCIOUS CHOICE to be a mean bastard. The Devil does not think his actions; he is driven by his inner desires. So, the best fit is Jaime Lannister. Jaime Lannister is so immoral he forfeits his vows as a Kingsguard and even sleeps with his own sister, but now because he is consciously immoral; it is actually because he is driven by his hedonist desires.

The Tower is the archetype of DESTRUCTION OF AN APPARENTLY SOLID STRUCTURE. The Tower is not a person; it could never be a person. The figure of the Tower is Atlantis sinking by the force of Poseidon, or the Babel Tower being destroyed by God. So, the figure of the Tower could be either the sack of Winterfell or the Sept of Baelor burning, but not Tyrion or any other person.

The Star is the archetype of HOPE, specifically a hardened hope, after a time of suffering. Margaery is not the star, she lies and deceives too much to be a symbol of hope. Daenerys, whoever, symbolizes hope, especially for the people she set free. Dany is the Star.

The Moon is the archetype of TREASON, LIES and OCCULT ENEMIES. It is also a female figure. This would be Sansa, who betrays her family and is forced to lie to survive among many hidden enemies.

The Sun is the archetype of SUCCESS, VITALITY and LIGHT. The Sun is the Azor Ahai, the warrior who will bring the Winter to an end (yes, Dany could be Azor Ahai, but she is only one of the possible options, so until this is confirmed the Azor Ahai is a unknown figure).

The Judgment if the archetype of RETRIBUTION. When Davos saves Stannis during Robert Rebellion, he earns his Knightship, but Stannis cannot just forgive Davos’ past as a criminal. So, Stannis cuts Davos’ fingers, the just punishment for his crimes. That is the symbol of the Judgment card: what is due will come to you. You reap what you sow.

The World is the archetype of FULLFILLMENT. It is not the Others or the Winter (that symbolizes destruction and death) but actually the Spring after the Winter and the defeat of the Night King. The World means wholeness and happy endings.