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Official John Wick Major Arcana tarot cards featuring Chapter 4 characters

Art by Julien Rico Jr, in collaboration with Lionsgate.

Sources: nerdsloveart, behance

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[Start ID: 22 images featuring characters and locations from the movie "John Wick: Chapter 4" as Major Arcana tarot cards. The drawings are in black and white against a sandy beige background, and has plenty of circle motives. Roman numerals are at the top, their corresponding card title at the bottom, and the movie title "John Wick: Chapter 4" on the bottom left margin.

0: The number zero, or unnumbered, tarot card features Killa Harkan played by Scott Adkins as "The Fool". Killa is holding a 2 of spades between two fingers while giving a smug smile that shows off his set of golden teeth. He wears a ring on his right hand and the other hand is holding a stack of cards. Behind Killa is a minimalistic design resembling a casino token with details such as the diamond and clover symbols, as well as the numbers on the dice. In front of Killa is a table with two piling stacks of casino tokens, a gun, and the shadow of John Wick's head looming over a large portion of the table.

1: The number one tarot card features The Tracker or Mr. Nobody played by Shamier Anderson as "The Magician". Mr. Nobody has a smug expression on his face and is holding his rifle in a way that lets it rest slung over his shoulder. By his side is Mr. Nobody's Belgian Malinois. The backdrop consists of simplistic, grayish graphics of map vectors cropped into several circles of different sizes. There is a white-coloured infinity symbol on top of Mr. Nobody's head.

2: The number two tarot card features Rooney, aka The Ballerina, who first appeared in "John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum", as "The High Priestess". Rooney's back is facing towards us as she's performing a ballet move on a circular stage. Rooney is wearing a white crown and a dress that shows the cross tattoo on her back. In the backdrop, where Rooney's face is looking towards, are curtains with the initials "JW" written on the far ends of the frame.

3: The number three tarot card features Katia played by Natalia Tena as "The Empress". With a cool expression on her face, Katia is leaning forward against a set of railings, giving off a domineering aura. Katia is wearing a metallic necklace and a cross on her neck. Behind Katia is the crest of the Ruska Roma and a line in Russian circling around it.

4: The number four tarot card features The Bowery King played by Laurence Fishburne as "The Emperor". The Bowery King is sitting on a throne, but behind him is a pair of eyes staring menacingly at us. In front of him is a logo design with the same pair of eyes, though rendered smaller and appear less menacing, with an X crossed in between and a horizontal line capping the top of the X. At the Bowery King's feet, a few pigeons are shown in the foreground while the Brooklyn Bridge appear in the background.

5: The number five tarot card features The Elder as "The Hierophant". Behind the Elder is an Islamic floral design which extends into a more geometrical pattern. Standing in the background are two of the Elder's men.

6: The number six tarot card features John and Helen Wick, played by Keanu Reeves and Bridget Moynahan, as "The Lovers". John and Helen are smiling brightly towards each other in front of a New York night cityscape backdrop, with the Empire States building separating them at the centre. Above John and Helen is a silhouette of them pressed against each other about to kiss in front of a bright sun with the Brooklyn bridge in the background.

7: The number seven tarot card features John Wick driving his 1971 Plymouth Barracuda as "The Chariot". There is a bullet mark on the front glass pane of John Wick's car. On top is a closeup of John Wick surrounded by a circle of road markings and bullet marks.

8: The number eight tarot card features Charon played by Lance Reddick as "Strength". On top of Charon's head is the infinity symbol, and behind is a design reminiscent of a timepiece neatly decorated with knives, guns and bullets in a circle. Further behind is a faded image of the reverse side of the Gold Coin. Filling the bottom of the frame is the New York cityscape backdrop illuminated by the sun.

9: The number nine tarot card features Caine played by Donnie Yen as "The Hermit". Caine wears sunglasses and is holding a cane in his left hand and a pistol in his right. Caine's head is illuminated by a circle of bright light, which is surrounded by a dimmer, slightly bigger circle with Japanese wave patterns and then large protruding rays of black. In the backdrop are two winding trees along with a city landscape of Osaka, but they are overshadowed by Caine's black rays.

10: The number ten tarot card features L’Arc de Triomphe as "The Wheel of Fortune". The location is illustrated in such a way that looks like a clock, with the monument at the centre and twelve roads leading towards it. Surrounding the Arc de Triomphe are the letters from John Wick's name arranged in the exact order of north-west, north-east, south-west, south-east, west, north, east and south directions.

11: The number eleven tarot card features The Harbinger played by Clancy Brown as "Justice". The whole illustration is framed as if the Harbinger is contained inside an hourglass, with a half-body portrait of the Harbinger at the top and a full-body silhouette of him forming at the bottom from the sand flowing downwards. Behind the Harbinger's portrait is the Latin quote, "si vis pacem, para bellum", whereas next to the Harbinger's silhouette is a crescent moon. Along the sides of the hourglass outside are two duel pistols facing opposite directions on each side.

12: The number twelve tarot card features Koji Shimazu played by Hiroyuki Sanada as "The Hanged Man". Except for his feet, Koji is portrayed as an vertically-inverted reflection of himself on a pool of water. Koji is holding a katana and his head is surrounded by a circle of dim light and a brighter, slightly larger circle made of Japanese wave patterns. As seen in the reflection, behind him are cherry blossom trees and the Osaka city landscape.

13: The number thirteen tarot card features John Wick, aka the Baba Yaga, played by Keanu Reeves as "Death". John Wick is holding a pair of nunchucks in his right hand. Behind John Wick is a city landscape of Osaka lighted by the moon while his head is surrounded by a row of skull pictograms and two rows of bullets. There is also an faded image of the reverse side of the Gold Coin behind John Wick.

14: The number fourteen tarot card features Winston played by Ian McShane as "Temperance". Winston is holding up a wine glass with a capital C labelled on it, and there are multiple swords projecting from his back like wings. Behind Winston is the hotel name "Continental" and numerous halos of various fonts and patterns, along with the cityscape of New York, with the Statue of Liberty and the Empire States building in sight.

15: The number fifteen tarot card features The Marquis, Vincent Bisset de Gramont, played by Bill Skarsgård as "The Devil". Behind the Marquis is his signature emblem with two black knives crossed behind his head. The emblem is surrounded by two rows of knives. In the background is the night cityscape of Paris with the Eiffel Tower in view, illuminated by a moon that is surrounded by a snake or serpent that's chasing its own tail.

16: The number sixteen tarot card features the New York Continental Hotel as "The Tower". The top floors of the Continental Hotel are being set on fire as the small dark silhouette of John Wick and the debris carried along fall from its rooftop.

17: The number seventeen tarot card features Akira played by Rina Sawayama as "The Star". Illuminating behind Akira is a star resembling a six-pointed shuriken with two Japanese stork paintings on its left and right, which is further surrounded by a circle of alternating arrow fletchings and four-pointed shuriken. Akira is holding a bow and arrow and standing tall as the bodies of two men lie dead around her. In the background are the branches of cherry blossom trees and the sun or moon shining behind Akira.

18: The number eighteen tarot card features John Wick's and Mr. Nobody's dogs as "The Moon". The two dogs are staring up at the crescent moon, which is shaped as if John Wick's head is covering portions of the full moon. Surrounding the crescent moon are small stars and a illustration of the cycle of the moon phases. The two dogs are sitting on a road leading into an ambiguous city landscape in the background.

19: The number nineteen tarot card features the Sacré-Coeur as "The Sun". The rays of the sun spread out far and wide as wisps of clouds drifts behind the giant church. A dark silhouette of John Wick can be seen on the top open window of the Sacré-Coeur.

20: The number twenty tarot card features Chidi played by Marko Zaror as "Judgement". Behind Chidi is the emblem of the Marquis with a black knife cutting across behind his head. Below Chidi are the High Table's heavily armoured soldiers who are backdropped by a big splatter of sandy beige.

21: The number twenty-one tarot card features John Wick as "The World". John Wick's back is facing towards us with his head glancing back, showing us his face. Overlayed on top of him is his surname "Wick" with the "I" replaced by a bright silhouette of a walking John Wick. A circle of bullets surrounds John Wick and bullet marks scatter around him as the emblems of the High Table, the Marquis, the Adjudicator, and the Gold Coin fill all four corners of the frame.

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spinningwebsandtales · 3 months

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Imagine Helping Koji Relax After Stress Catches Up With Him

Koji Shimazu X FemReader

Rating: T

Warnings: Suggestive themes

Word Count: 1.5k

(A/N:) I just love Koji and it’s crazy how little fanfics there are of him! He is one of my favorite characters in the whole franchise and I wrote this as a total indulgence for myself! But I want to put it here so my fellow fangirls can enjoy it with me! Until next time happy reading! ~Countess

Running The Continental of Osaka was stressful to say the least. Koji didn’t seem to have one moment of peace before he was being called away to take care of some guest or any problems that arose. It was a rarity that you both got even a second to see one another. And most nights were quick bites to eat before falling asleep quickly from sheer exhaustion. Sometimes you wondered if the life you both lead as assassins was easier than running this hotel. Every day that passed, you could tell Koji’s physical and mental state was draining further and further. You worried about him constantly and despite not being as busy as Koji, you were still pretty busy where you couldn’t find the time to take some of the load off of him. It wasn’t until last night that Koji came into your shared room and collapsed in a chair and fell directly to sleep did you decide now was the time. He had pushed himself over the limit for far too long and you weren’t going to let him continue on until he pushed himself into a place where he couldn’t recover.

While you helped Koji out of some of the layers of clothing, to make him more comfortable, you stifled a yawn before taking the elevator to go find Akira. You could tell the young woman was worried about her father, especially when she saw the grave expression on your face.

“Is he okay,” she asked as soon as you both were far away from anyone that could overhear your conversation.

You nodded, “He’s exhausted. He can’t keep going on like this.”

“I’ve tried getting him to hand over some tasks to me,” Akira sighed. “I’m afraid he doesn’t trust me.”

You shook your head, taking her hand in yours, “That’s not the reason. You already work so hard Akira and your father loves you. He doesn’t want to overwhelm you or put more on you than you need.”

“He can’t keep doing everything by himself,” she whispered.

“I agree. Think you can do the best you can tomorrow and hold down the fort? Give Koji some time to recover and relax?”

Akira nodded eagerly, “Of course. Please take care of him.”

“You have my word. He’ll be refreshed and back at it before you know it.”

Giving the young woman a quick hug, you made your way back up to Koji. He still slept away in the armchair, unaware that you had left. He would most likely pay for the horrible sleeping arrangement in the morning, but you didn’t have the heart to wake him as he snored a little. Carefully trying to make him as comfortable as possible, without waking him, you left Koji to sleep while you crawled into the bed. You fell asleep with plans running through your head to give him the relaxation he deserved.

In the morning, Koji woke to the sounds of the tub running in the bathroom and the smell of freshly cooked breakfast wafting in the room. But when he tried to move, his neck had a horrible crick and his back protested loudly. He groaned, gaining your attention from the bathroom. You had your sleeves rolled up as you strolled casually up to the man you love.

“Rough night,” you purred.

“I feel like I slept in a hard chair all night,” he groaned.

You kissed his forehead, “That’s because you did. Blame last night you for passing out there instead of our comfy plush bed.”

He glared as you pulled on his arm, causing his joints to crack. But with some effort you had him standing and lead him into the bathroom where the water still ran, fogging up the mirrors with the steam, and the smell of jasmine wafting in the air. Koji breathed in deeply before you walked over to shut off the water.

“Get in the tub Koji Shimazu today is your pampering day,” you declared.

“I don’t have time to be pampered today,” he protested while stripping off the rest of his robe.

“Already taken care of. Akira is more than happy to help run the hotel today by herself,” you replied folding a towel before bringing a tea glass back from the cart. Koji’s favorite, as you set it down on the tub’s rim while he eased himself down into the hot water.

“She can’t do everything by herself,” Koji protested until he sighed in pleasure as the hot water eased his tense and sore muscles.

“Koji,” you protested, “you have taught that girl everything. Have faith in your daughter. You’ve been pushing yourself too much and I will not watch you go one more day on the verge of a collapse that you could possibly not recover from. So believe in your daughter, enjoy some relaxation, and shut up and drink your tea.”

He chuckled deeply, taking a quick sip from his cup, “Yes ma’am.”

“Thank you.” You leaned over giving him a quick peck before grabbing his hair products. Massaging his scalp and working the shampoo into his hair, Koji relaxed further, becoming limp and allowing himself to be worked on. After soaking long enough, you lead him to the bed where you gave him a massage and helped brush his hair. Laying out a change of clothes as he took a quick nap, you let him rest for as long as he wanted before you both were to make your way out into the town of Osaka.

With your hands intertwined, Koji lead the way as you let yourself be taken wherever he liked. This was all about him and you were just happy to spend any time you could with him. It had been so long since you gotten to have any calm moments with him. With the bustle of people surrounding you both Koji would bring you closer to his side, even going to wrap an arm around your shoulders if he felt like anyone particular was a threat. He wanted to shop for a few things before stopping at his favorite cafe for lunch. Now as he carried a few bags, one of them yours, he refused to let you carry it as he held on tighter to your hand. Always the gentleman as you kissed his cheek. After lunch you could tell he was getting tired and a little anxious. So you agreed that heading back to The Continental would be okay.

Akira gave you both a thumbs up while you made your way through the lobby. Koji waved and you returned the gesture. Koji just smiled while watching his two favorite girls. He chuckled when you stuck your tongue out at him and he retaliated by kissing you deeply while you were both in the private elevator. Back in the room, Koji put everything up before leading you to the soft, freshly made bed. Thinking he wanted to rest more, you instantly protested when Koji began to massage your neck.

“This is all about you today,” you tried to get away but he wasn’t having it.

“Let me spoil you,” he murmured. “Just for a moment.”

Defeated by the pleasure of his calloused digits rubbing out horrible knots in your neck. You sighed easing back into Koji’s chest. He took his time as he was thankful to have you. Everything you did was for his and his daughter’s benefit. He didn’t know what he did in this life to deserve someone who cared so deeply for him or the perfect daughter who was shouldering the load for the day. But he hoped in his next life he could be as lucky to find you again. Your breathing began to slow and you leaned in more on Koji. He stopped his motions to nibble gently at your neck.

“Thank you for everything,” he whispered before brushing your hair aside to have more access to your warm skin.

“You’re welcome,” you purred. “I hope you feel more rested. You deserve it Koji.”

“Well since I will be back to work tomorrow, it’s my turn to spoil you.”

“Not too much,” you warned not wanting him to give up all the work you put in just to return the favor.

“I won’t,” he agreed.

You were putty in his hands as Koji spoiled you for the rest of the evening. And though you didn’t want your time together to end, the sun set quickly and with a quick meal brought up by one of his most trusted people. It didn’t take long before you and Koji were asleep in each other’s arms. Ready to tackle any problems together and run the hotel to the best of your ability. Koji could admit to himself that he would like to take more days like this and with his daughter at the helm he didn’t have to worry about anything. So he held on to you tightly, your scent filling his senses and easing him into a deep restful slumber.

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