#3 THE EMPRESS Symbolism: Grace sitting in front of Schloss Ritter, protecting what lies beond. The Empress was Grace's soulcard at the time of 'The Beast Within'. Traditional Interpretation: Upright: Ambition; fertility; pregnancy; creativity; success; desire. Upsidedown: Weak health; little success; missing insight. Message: Each birth means sadness and blood for the new life. By the power of love oppositions will be united and from that is born new life.