In its upright position, Death doesn’t represent death itself, but rather the end of one cycle and the start of another.
In the Present position of a reading, it implies that you are about to move into a new era in your life. A new person or experience awaits you and will exert some influence over your life.
This card is associated with Water and Scorpio in a wider sense, and keywords that are associated with Death are:

The Emperor represents regulation, governing and authority. He is the father figure of the Tarot.
In this present position, he represents a paternal influence, one that embraces conservative values. He may represent someone famous or influential who can help you achieve your goals.
This card is associated with Fire and Aries in a wider sense, and keywords that are associated with The Emperor are:
