Combined Western and Chinese Zodiacs
Scorpio Snake

The eighth Western sign, Scorpio, symbolizes late middle-age in a human lifetime, around the mid-50s. Often this is the time of a human's greatest impact, when they ascend to leadership or dominance, and perform at the height of their intellectual and social powers. Scorpio thus represents great potency as a zodiac sign. These are determined people: charismatic, demanding, highly sexual, hilarious, explosive. They have a profound sensitivity to the full spectrum of existence, from tragedy to ecstasy. Scorpio's element, Water, is always associated with variation, and the Fixed modality of Scorpio brings the forceful potential of Water into sharp focus. Thus, while Scorpios may fulfil many destinies, they are always likely to bring unbridled intensity to their endeavors. For long term security, it is vital for Scorpios to turn their passions outward and allow others to benefit from their depth of vision, rather than suffering under the weight of their talents and perception alone.

Sixth in the rank of Eastern zodiac animals is the wise, alluring Snake. Snake natives possess an incredible facility for learning. Throughout their lives, these magnetic souls reveal an instinctual command of philosophy, religion, and the human psyche. The sexual attractiveness of the Snake is also legendary. To fall under the spell of a Snake individual is to know truly unbridled passion and sensuality. Snake natives are well advised to avoid taking advantage of their gifts, lest they appear egotistical, manipulative or hedonistic. Perhaps because they are accustomed to winning favour easily, they can also be prone to jealousy and tight-fistedness. In harmonious contexts, however, the profound knowledge and abundant sensuality of those born under the sign of the Snake can immeasurably enrich their loved ones and communities.