The King of Swords embodies vision and mastery in the realms of intellect, psyche, and communication. His sharp and refined intelligence, mental clarity, and subtle understanding of psychological nuances make him an ideal thinker, a formidable strategist, an enlightened leader... or a behind-the-scenes power broker. In its positive form, the King of Swords represents a mentor endowed with holistic intelligence, generously sharing his superior skills. Benevolent and empathetic, this visionary expert, an undisputed leader in his fields of expertise, encourages wise communication and the pursuit of truth while honoring the diversity of viewpoints and feelings. As an exceptional pedagogue, his natural frankness is balanced by an emotional sensitivity that inspires respect. In its negative aspects, the King of Swords becomes a calculating and ruthless courtier. A power-hungry arriviste, he wields the cynical power over naive, greedy, or obsequious individuals, distributing rewards or privileges according to his interests and dividing to conquer. When his psyche is solely focused on intellectual performance, his absolute emotional detachment wounds with excessive bluntness. In such cases, his commitment to truth, even when anchored in a strict quest for objectivity, can make him insensitive to the subtle nuances that enrich interactions and relationships. In the context of a reading, the King of Swords may represent someone in our circle who embodies these psychic and intellectual qualities or indicate a need to cultivate and express these virtues. He encourages us to harness our intelligence to act knowledgeably, to defend our truth while respecting others' sensitivities, and to communicate with fairness and wisdom.