- The Moon is in Sagittarius until 3:52 AM.
- The Moon is void until 3:52 AM (since 11:07 PM yesterday).
- The Moon is in Capricorn from 3:52 AM forward.
- The Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
- A New Moon occurred on November 29th in the sign of Sagittarius, and the First Quarter Moon will occur on December 7th.
- Chiron stations as it turns direct today.
- Mercury enters its pre-retrograde shadow tonight. (Mercury will retrograde from December 19-January 8).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
With Chiron at its yearly direct station today, dear Aries, allow yourself to feel recent hurts, as this process can lead to an adamant desire to take charge and do something about your emotional state in the coming days and weeks. Aim to go forward with fewer misconceptions and without false hopes. Excellent energy is with you today for coming to an understanding with a partner or special someone. Relationship matters can thrive right now, and others tend to support your ideas. You’re also coming across in a more powerful, prestigious, or simply trustworthy manner today and tomorrow. You can be filled with enthusiasm now, thinking in big terms. Tomorrow, you’ll be bringing these down to earth and filling in the critical details. Today, it’s about the broader vision emerging and a nice feeling of confidence taking over. This is one of your best times for capitalizing on opportunities.
Taurus
An issue with a friend might emerge today or this week with Chiron’s yearly turnaround of motion occurring now, dear Taurus. Going forward, you feel better equipped to deal with problems than you have in recent months. You stand to gain much if you tackle things head on. You can awaken to a possible solution to a relationship problem or a realization that helps you to move forward. A Mars-Jupiter influence is lucky and confidence-inspiring. Your motivation to do something meaningful with your time is strong right now. Others are likely to notice your talents. This is a time for advertising your capabilities. Channeling your energy into constructive projects comes easily and naturally today. Your attitude towards your work and goals is extremely positive now, and you’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way. You are willing to put forth the effort to succeed now, which attracts positive situations.
Gemini
Chiron’s yearly direct turn occurs today, dear Gemini, and this turnaround stimulates a take-charge attitude towards dealing with vulnerabilities and insecurities that may have been holding you back from pursuing professional goals and interests. Strong feelings can emerge now but can motivate you to take charge or clear the air. Ultimately, you’ll have more faith in yourself if you know where you stand. Good energy is with you for expanding your personal horizons through creative endeavors today as Mars and Jupiter form a harmonious angle. You are commanding attention. Love can be magical today — your powers of attraction skyrocket. This is a good day for competitive activities, exams, learning, and creative activities. You are inclined to make big plans, to see things in terms of the larger picture, and to enjoy expressing your ideas and creative visions with others. You feel passionate about something, or someone, right now, and this can bring you closer to others. Tomorrow, you’ll be refining plans and dealing with practical details. Today, you experience more confidence and a feeling that you can accomplish almost anything you try.
Cancer
Chiron turns direct today after several months of retrograde motion, dear Cancer, and this week, you may be encountering lessons that push you to find new and improved ways of dealing with resentment or hurt. You could find that you’re better equipped mentally and emotionally to deal with issues that were previously buried or swept under the carpet, and less inclined to allow insecurities to hold you back from pursuing what you want. As well today, there can be strong opportunities for expanding your family experiences. Expanding contact, strengthening ties, and finding peace with your past are in focus now. Improvement and growth are especially important to you now. Some of you could get news of support or money coming in, particularly involving real estate or a spouse. You feel more empowered, optimistic, and hopeful about an intimate or family matter. You are motivated to improve your life with people in your corner. You have a strong desire to be productive, and you’re ready to take on a challenge or opportunity. Knowing your heart is the major key to your confidence right now.
Leo
Chiron’s yearly direct turn after months of retrograde motion occurs today, dear Leo, and there may be important discoveries this week that involve resentment or hurts that have been operating just below the surface in your life. Going forward, you’ll feel increasingly more equipped to deal with them and to take charge of your life as a result. Insecurities don’t have the same power to hold you back from pursuing what and who you want going forward. A Mars-Jupiter influence today further builds your confidence for making improvements. There can be substantial opportunities to make friends and influence people! The power of your words is exceptionally strong. Your good cheer and optimism can help strengthen close relationships. Activities with a partner can be satisfying, and this is also a good time to work on creative projects. Negotiations can be very successful now. This is a potentially powerful time for relationships.
Virgo
Chiron’s yearly turnaround occurs today, dear Virgo, and there can be the need to deal with relationship issues. In the coming weeks, you’re in a more active position for dealing with complicated feelings as you are more willing to face them and sort them out. You may be able to get to the bottom of an issue that was previously confusing. Consider ways to truly improve your connections with others going forward. This is an excellent time for capitalizing on an opportunity related to work or finances, and for putting your skills into action. There may be increased motivation to make more money or to improve your business now, and this attitude can bring greater wealth into your life. This is a good time to work on projects that have long-term appeal, ask for a raise, ask for more respect on the job, and for business and finance-related thinking. You can benefit from a panoramic and far-sighted vision, but the details will need filling in later. Tomorrow is good for the practical side of things!
Libra
Chiron turns direct today, dear Libra, and this yearly turnaround points to increasing confidence to make changes, particularly when it comes to daily routines, work, or health and fitness matters. You’re ready to put insecurities that may have been holding you back in recent months, behind you. Also today, a Mars-Jupiter influence can promote a wonderful feeling of abundance and a sense that you’re getting your life into order. You easily attract support from others, who tend to back you more readily than usual. Romantic attention is likely. Opportunities to expand your horizons, perhaps through travel or education, can present themselves. You are more confident and focused. Use this energy to better yourself. Creative and romantic matters strengthen, your charm is hearty, and your ability to gain others’ confidence is powerful. Think big, share your affections liberally, and bask in the glow of positive feedback!
Scorpio
The wounded healer, Chiron, turns direct today, dear Scorpio. This yearly turnaround can prompt a personal epiphany or circumstance that pushes you to take charge of a problem area or to come to an understanding about a problem from the past. There is also good energy today for focusing your energy on a pet project or something truly worth pursuing. Some of you could revive an old relationship or find out about a secret attraction. Opportunities to bring your work home with you are possible now, or you could discover that you work especially well in solitude or privacy. There can be a significant discovery of a resource you never knew you had. You’re likely to feel lucky and supported. You are more intuitive and spontaneous than usual today, as you tend to allow emotions to overshadow logic. Fortunately, your instincts are good right now, and following them can take you to the right places. You are more attractive than usual, and part of your charm involves that extra spark of spontaneity. Taking action on a private or domestic matter can be very fruitful and satisfying today.
Sagittarius
Personal revelations can emerge today with Chiron stationing direct, dear Sagittarius, after several months of retrograde motion. Something that has been buried or neglected might rise to the surface and demand attention. Over the next while, you will be working on yourself from the inside out, and you’ll be tending to private, personal matters in a more confident manner. The necessary tools are becoming available to you. You may have been experiencing a strong need for more personal influence in groups and with friends these days and this trend is likely to be strong today. Good news can come from a friend or associate, or you might have a powerful conversation that sparks ideas or helps you to solve a troublesome problem. A friend can take special note of you now, perhaps seeing you as more than just a friend. This is a good time for activities with friends or a team, and for moving a communications project forward. You are especially magnetic right now.
Capricorn
Chiron’s yearly turnaround occurs today, dear Capricorn, and important truths are coming to light that can stir up all sorts of unusual or mixed feelings. However, what’s happening is designed to pave the way for personal changes that truly improve your life. You may have the chance to resolve resentments or other buried matter. Altering the way you communicate can be in focus, as it can improve your life on many different levels. Helping you along today is a Mars-Jupiter influence that boosts your confidence. This is a powerful time for career, business, and money matters if you are willing to put yourself out there with confidence. Recognition for your efforts and talents is likely now. With some creativity, you are also in the position to improve your financial state. Pay attention to gut instincts about money and business. Today is about making things happen. You are especially resourceful right now, making wonderful use of your talents and resources.
Aquarius
Chiron’s yearly direct turn occurs today, dear Aquarius, and this can prompt you to take charge of your life in key ways. If you’ve been feeling taken advantage of or taken for granted, it’s a time for turning that situation around. This is especially important when it comes to being treated for what you’re worth, and valued for what you do. This is also a good time for money and business matters. Also today, a Mars-Jupiter influence boosts confidence. Romantic possibilities are with you, and they may come from a person who has a very different background than you, or from a long-lost friend. You are more adventurous than you have been recently, and bolder as well. These days, you’re bound to assert your needs more clearly, and this can be especially advantageous today. This is a day for being brave and shedding some of your inhibitions. Seeking out new experiences, particularly ones that educate you, can be in focus now. Self-promotional efforts can be successful.
Pisces
Chiron turns direct today, dear Pisces, and a pleasant change of pace is in store. There may be a sudden realization or discovery that pushes you to take charge of your life now. Avoiding problems has likely been an issue in the several months of Chiron’s retrograde, but this can cause anxiety that creeps into many areas of life and subtly undermines general happiness. Going forward, you feel more confident that you can overcome insecurities that may have kept you from doing things you’ve always wanted to do. Also today, a Mars-Jupiter influence boosts your confidence. Your deeper relationships with others are strengthening. You may become aware of an untapped resource, and some of you could receive positive news of a loan coming through or a windfall. Self-improvement endeavors are highly favored now. There can be a feel-good rush that comes from coming to someone’s aid. Look for opportunities to express yourself from behind the scenes. Offer yourself freely and without expectation of reward. You feel more supported and more genuinely confident now. This can be a great time for intimacy or taking action on a private matter.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign and know your birth time, you can look it up here.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 3:52 am
Event: Moon enters Capricorn
Description: The Moon in Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 3:52 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Cap
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 6:53 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 3:11 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 6:44 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting North Node
A good time for dealing with the public, for making connections, and for taking positive steps towards a personal or professional goal. You are able to make changes. This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 9:23 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Pallas
We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 10:14 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Neptune
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 2:38 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Venus SesquiSquare Transiting North Node
We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth; or business endeavors in terms of whether they are progressing well. There could be some disagreeableness or uncertainty.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 10:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Jup
Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Jupiter
This is a beneficial time for anything that requires confidence and energy. You are enterprising and enthusiastic.
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 4:52 am
Event: Tr Chi D
Description: Transiting Chiron Stationary
Date & Time: Dec 1 2016 10:40 am
Event: Tr Ves R
Description: Transiting Vesta Stationary
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE STRONG
Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
BALANCE OF MODES
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
Current Lunar Phase
LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON
Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on December 1st:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
CHART POINTS
THE MOON
THE MOON IN CAPRICORN
You feel secure when life is structured, or you are working hard. You may be emotionally distant or cold. You mother’s love may be limited in some way. Your mother may have been strict or cold.
5TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of knee
Sabian Symbol: People rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 5°43′ Separating
We are speaking with feeling or intellectualizing our feelings. We express feelings and thoughts with clarity. We are busy, alert, curious, and communicative. This can be an excellent time for cooperative projects. Ideas flow freely and surface spontaneously.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN SAGITTARIUS
You are a sunny and adventurous individual. You are optimistic and philosophical, and may tend to bluntness.
10TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left lymphatic vessels
Sabian Symbol: A stage symbolization of the “goddess of opportunity”.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 7°52′ Applying
You are responsible, serious and reliable. You may have had a stricter father than the other children. Work and a career will be important to you. You have the self discipline to succeed.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 0°39′ Separating
This a time for dreaming rather than important decision-making. It’s a good time to pay special attention to dreams and inspiration. Clarity may not be with us, but we probably don’t need it right now. It’s difficult to know for certain what we want, as we may be wavering.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN SAGITTARIUS
You seek knowledge to expand your world view. You are a born philosopher, enjoying any information which helps you see the big picture. For instance you may enjoy a religious debate. You place importance on freedom of speech and thought.
29TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: A fat boy mowing the lawn.
VENUS
VENUS IN CAPRICORN
You are shy in relationships. You will form relationships slowly, but they are likely to be enduring. You may not form close relationships early in life, but later will have solid and committed relationships. You are responsible with your money and possessions.
24TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: A woman entering a convent.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SQUARE URANUS Orb 2°13′ Separating
You are restless and lack commitment in your personal relationships. You are wilful and see anyone else’s claim on you as an obstacle to your freedom of self- expression. You need to learn to compromise and enjoy your partner’s unique contribution to your life.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°26′ Separating
You are a caring and loving partner. You understand your partner’s struggles.
MARS
MARS IN AQUARIUS
You will fight for just causes. You are unpredictable, but will probably be a group leader. You may become rebellious when angry.
17TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A watchdog standing guard.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE JUPITER Orb 0°15′ Applying
You are enthusiastic with an endless source of energy. You could direct your energy to achievement in sports, politics or travel.
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 1°08′ Applying
This is a good time to temper our energy and to exercise better judgment, as well as to get organized. Traditional methods work, and thoroughness brings rewards.We are self-disciplined and controlled.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
17TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal arteries
Sabian Symbol: A retired sea captain.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 0°52′ Applying
You have a chance to be very successful as you are neither profligate nor mean, but have a balance.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 3°56′ Applying
You are keen to change things in this world as you see no reason to continue with the old traditions. You speak out against injustice, but may lack the patience and persistence to see through the changes.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°58′ Separating
You will need to learn to have confidence in yourself even when life deals you a few blows. You range from over confident to completely lacking in confidence. The truth lies somewhere in between.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017)
18TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right femur
Sabian Symbol: Tiny children in sunbonnets.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 3°03′ Applying
You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business you achieve much in your own independent way.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 2°50′ Applying
There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
21ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye muscles
Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°54′ Applying
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 1°42′ Separating
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
21ST DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left fibula muscle
Sabian Symbol: A little white lamb, a child and a servant.
VESTA
VESTA IN LEO
You work most creatively when left to your own devices. You feel pride in your work and can be inspired by romance and fun. Play and work are closely linked for you.
6TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Entrance of pulmonary artery
Sabian Symbol: An old-fashioned woman and an up-to-date girl.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN AQUARIUS
Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You can quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals and humanitarian or political causes.
24TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibialis anterior muscle
Sabian Symbol: A man turning his back on his passions and teaching from his Experience.
JUNO
JUNO IN SAGITTARIUS
You would like a partner with a common belief system or vision. You want to be free explore the world, literally and philosophically, with your partner.
9TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right lymphatic vessels
Sabian Symbol: A mother with her children on stairs.
CERES
CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.
22ND DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cheek muscles
Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
8TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Abdominal cavity
Sabian Symbol: A girl takes her first dancing instruction.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
8TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left talus
Sabian Symbol: A girl blowing a bugle.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Dec 1 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Mer 28°Sg22 -25°49′
Cnj 28°Sg58 ACUMEN Enduring attacks which weaken.
Aspects to Mar 16°Aq40 -17°10′
Cnj 17°Aq36 SUALOCIN Tantalising but naive.
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp58 -21°25′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Nod 07°Vi33 +08°43′
Cnj 07°Vi41 THUBAN To protect or make a treasure.
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