A high quality photo-stock print of Jinke and the King of Qin representing the Tower, a perfect gift for a friend or family member in an overwhelming period of upheaval.

Jing Ke, a skilled swordsman and assassin from ancient China, was tasked with a daring mission: to assassinate the King of Qin, who would later become the first emperor of a unified China. Driven by a sense of justice and the desire to prevent the king's tyranny from spreading, Jing Ke embarked on his dangerous journey. However, the assassination attempt ultimately failed, as the king discovered his intentions and managed to defend himself. The failure of Jing Ke's mission led to his own death and further consolidation of the king's power.

The Tower tarot card represents sudden upheaval, chaos, and unexpected change. It symbolizes the collapse of old structures and beliefs, making way for transformation and new beginnings.

The story of Jing Ke's assassination attempt embodies the essence of the Tower card. His daring mission to take down the King of Qin symbolizes a bold effort to dismantle an oppressive regime, leading to chaos and upheaval. The failure of his mission and the subsequent strengthening of the king's rule exemplify the collapse of Jing Ke's aspirations, but also foreshadow the eventual unification of China under the Qin Dynasty.