(Or both - with tweed and trauma.)
Today’s tarot pop culture spotlight turns to the Watcher himself - Rupert Giles from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. He’s the library, the lecture, the lullaby, and the loaded crossbow. But which Major Arcana card fits him best?
Let’s dust off the grimoires.
🕯️ The Hermit Case
Giles is The Hermit - especially in his quiet, reflective moments.
He’s a seeker of knowledge, often walking alone (emotionally, if not physically).
He carries the light of wisdom, but doesn’t always share it easily.
He’s withdrawn when grieving, processing, or protecting others from his own darkness.
His past (Ripper, anyone?) is a reminder that solitude can be both healing and haunted.
The Hermit is about introspection, guidance, and the wisdom that comes from walking through shadow. Giles doesn’t just teach - he knows, because he’s lived it.
“The Hermit says, ‘I’ve been there.’ Giles says, ‘Let me help you through it.’”
📖 The Hierophant Case
But let’s not forget - he’s also The Hierophant.
He’s the keeper of tradition, lore, and sacred knowledge.
He represents institutional wisdom (Watcher’s Council, for better or worse).
He teaches, mentors, and interprets the rules - even when he breaks them.
He’s the bridge between the mystical and the mundane.
The Hierophant is about structure, belief systems, and passing on wisdom. Giles is the dusty tome and the voice that reads between the lines.
“The Hierophant says, ‘This is how it’s always been.’ Giles says, ‘But that doesn’t mean it’s right.’”
🃏 So… Which One Is He?
Honestly? Giles is The Hierophant by role and The Hermit by heart. He’s the reluctant authority. The teacher who questions the curriculum. He’s tarot’s reminder that wisdom isn’t just about knowing - it’s about choosing how to share it.
✨ Final Thought
If you ever draw The Hierophant and feel resistance… ask yourself: Is this Giles energy? Am I honouring tradition - or interrogating it?
And if The Hermit follows? You’re not alone. You’re becoming the guide.
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