King of Wands is the visionary leader, the mature master of creative power. In the Golden Dawn system, the King represents the airy part of Fire—the intellectual and directive aspect of the element, the will that conceives grand visions and commands their execution.

The King of Wands transforms inspiration into reality, inspires others to greatness, and leads with integrity and wisdom. He has learned to harness the full power of Fire without being consumed by it, wielding creative force as a tool of manifestation rather than allowing it to scatter in all directions.

As Air of Fire, the King represents the conscious direction of will toward chosen ends. He is the entrepreneur, the leader, the one who sees what could be and organizes the forces necessary to bring it into being. The King of Wands calls you to step into your power, act with purpose, and guide with honor. His presence affirms that you possess the wisdom and authority to lead your creative vision to completion.

Upright: Leadership, vision, honor, maturity, inspiration, entrepreneur, bold decisions, natural authority.

Reversed: Tyranny, arrogance, impulsiveness, lack of direction, ruthlessness, overbearing nature.