Fives are challenges and the conflicts in the element. Fives are transiting adversity.

Suit order is always Fire, Water, Air and Earth in accordance with Hermetic Qabala. 5 = Geburah.

Five of Wands is the element of Fire/Spirit. Struggle between others. Ego.

Five of Cups is the element of Water/Emotions. Regrets. Disappointing emotions.

Five of Swords is the element of Air/Mind. Learning when to walk away. Stalemate.

Five of Pentacles is the element of Earth/Body. Weathering a storm. Financial or health.