The movement is down. The gifts are inspiration, an ability to take in from the heavens. It is also the ability to let go to make way for new inspiration. Metal recognizes the preciousness in life. It is like the alchemist carving away to reach the gem underneath.
Metal seeks a connection with the heavens.
Acknowledgement is a gift of the metal energy. Out of balance metal can be over righteous, leaving no room for another point of view. Grief is the emotion in metal. The climate is dry, the season is autumn, and the color is white. You may have an interaction with someone who could appear cold or unfriendly when they are really deeply engulfed in the metal energy.