The Seven of Stakes corresponds to the Seven of Wands in the Rider-Waite tarot. Wands are a suit all about inspiration, passion, energy, and action. In the Rider-Waite version of the card, we see a lone figure standing on top of a hill trying to ward off an assault by several people. He is defending his territory, standing his ground.
In the Vampire Tarot version of this card, we see a more personal, direct attack taking place. A Bela Lugosi-style Dracula has a victim in his clutches who is looking very overwhelmed, terrified, and helpless. The Count looks just about to administer his cursed bite but not before locking eyes with his victim as if he wants to let him know just how helpless he really is before he completely overpowers him. The vampire is obviously enjoying his sense of power here.
From the Vampire Tarot book:
This card represents anger and aggression. It is an argument in which one side tries to overpower the other, rather than a debate in which the goal is to find the truth.
You could find yourself in a power struggle or major difference of opinion with someone today. We should never allow anyone to overpower us or try to convince us of something we don't agree with simply because we feel intimidated, or because we feel it will make our lives more convenient, or because we feel that the other person is more "important" than us. If something is vital to you, it is essential to stand your ground. Any relationship or situation that tries to force you into doing something against your will is not worth having and will ultimately be destructive to you in the end.
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