Every Tarot reader gets asked this question sooner or later:
“Will he call?”
This post is intended as light-hearted Tarot humour. It’s not a substitute for reflective, ethical Tarot practice — or for trusting your own judgement. Originally published in 2012. Updated and expanded in 2026.
Rather than offering false reassurance or doom-laden prophecy, here’s a playful way to look at it using the Major Arcana only. This isn’t serious divination; it’s observational humour with Tarot flavouring — best enjoyed with a pinch of salt and a strong sense of self-respect.
So… if you had to pull a Major to answer the question, here’s how it might read:
0. The Fool
Maybe. And if he does, it’ll be when you least expect it — probably mid-conversation with someone else, or halfway through Christmas dinner at Aunty Margaret’s.
I. The Magician
Yes… but don’t take everything he says at face value just yet. Words are cheap; follow-through is not.
II. The High Priestess
No. Silence is the message.
III. The Empress
Not a chance. His attention is elsewhere, and he’s feeling very pleased with himself about it.
IV. The Emperor
Yes. On time. Possibly even early. This man is true to his word and respects schedules. Is he German?
V. The Hierophant
If he said he’d call after that slightly awkward first date, he probably meant it in the old-fashioned sense, which means no.
Any other scenario? Then, yes, he likely will.
VI. The Lovers
Absolutely. No hesitation. Expect enthusiasm.
VII. The Chariot
No. He’s too busy charging ahead with his own plans. Also: exhausting.
VIII. Strength
Yes… but brace yourself. This has “booty call energy” written all over it.
IX. The Hermit
No. And honestly, he’s enjoying the quiet.
X. The Wheel of Fortune
Yes — if timing is on your side. If not, expect radio silence. Fate is fickle like that.
XI. Justice
Eventually. After a great deal of internal weighing, balancing, and indecision. By then, you may no longer care.
XII. The Hanged Man
Technically possible, but do you really want to wait indefinitely while nothing moves? Thought not.
XIII. Death
No. This chapter is done. Delete the number unless flogging dead horses is your favourite sport.
XIV. Temperance
Yes, once he’s finished processing emotional baggage from a previous relationship. Patience required.
XV. The Devil
Yes, but for entirely self-serving reasons. Proceed with caution… or don’t proceed at all.
XVI. The Tower
No. Something has already gone spectacularly wrong, and you’re better off staying out of the fallout.
XVII. The Star
Yes. There’s genuine hope here — just make sure you’re not idealising him into something he isn’t.
XVIII. The Moon
No. Fear, confusion, and overthinking have paralysed all communication.
XIX. The Sun
Yes! Optimism, clarity, and a second date are very much on the table. Picnic weather optional.
XX. Judgement
A decision is coming. Which way it lands is unclear, but it matters to him more than he’s letting on.
XXI. The World
Of course he will. Everything aligns. Roll credits.
Final note:
If you find yourself pulling cards about whether someone will call, text, or commit — it may be worth asking a better Tarot question altogether.
Just saying.
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Comments
Wondering why you see strength card as a booty call…lol. I never saw it as that. In this context I see it as someone holding back their instincts to go forward to speak to someone even if that comes to sex…probablly alot of distance until that person is feeling really confident or that it’s for the best if they did.
Hi Star, this list is just for a bit of fun but it’s due to the Leo correspondence for this card which is essentially the energy of the ‘Player’ Knight of Wands. 🙂
I laughed the whole way down trying to find my card drawn (The World).
I’m so glad you had a good laugh!
The 8 of wands also means he will call…and soon (or write, mostly Emails or SMS as this refers to electronic communication most of the times). If the page of wands is also in the spreads then it is absolutely certain that you will hear from him….a phone call, a card, a letter, sms, fax, email…anything, above all communication…in Cartomancy reading Ace of Diamonds and 7 and 8 of Clubs mean communication and messages too.
I see all the Pages as messengers and in addition to the 8 of Wands, I would say the Ace of Swords means certain communication. Here’s a link for the various messages you can expect from each of the Pages 😉 http://lovedovetarot.com/2012/07/26/the-pages-messengers-of-love/
What about the MINOR CARDS in a Will He Call Reading? Please enlighten. Thanks.
I always enjoy reading your posts:):)
Cheers Priya 🙂
I laughed the whole way down trying to find my card drawn (The World).
So glad you got a good laugh on the way!!
Love this so funny
😀 Thanks Syl!
Very funny Lisa!! 🙂
Thanks Louise. I cracked myself up writing this. Easily amused – I know! lol