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Compatibility
Aries Dragon and Scorpio Ox

Not a headline-grabber, perhaps, but this combination of the delightfully puzzling firstwest and secondwest with the naturally harmonious firsteast and secondeast can be a true unsung hero.

Western Zodiac sign, Aries
Western Zodiac sign, Scorpio

Western Zodiac

Aries and Scorpio

Compatibility overview

This mysterious match is a bit like a riddle without an answer. Neither confrontational nor directly aligned, firstwest and secondwest tend to move in almost completely separate orbits. This leads some astrologers to claim they have nothing in common. Yet such a superficial reading misses the great potential of this match for creative collaboration and individual growth.

Aries and Scorpio - Relationship Horoscope

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The interval of five steps around the Western zodiac wheel, as between Aries and Scorpio, is known as a Quincunx (or inconjunct) aspect. This is a minor aspect, so the energy is gentler and more malleable than other influences.

These two were traditionally thought of as astrological strangers, having little connection between them at all. It is true that the elements here—Fire for Aries, Water for Scorpio—can be quite discordant. Aries is blessed with super-abundant, explosive energy, and child-like innocence. Scorpio's power, on the other hand, stems from a darker, more fluid, all-encompassing perspective. Hence Scorpio sometimes strikes Aries as heavy and depressing, where Aries can appear to Scorpio as noisily selfish and annoying. Both signs will probably think topics dearest to the other's heart are at best mildly interesting, if not basically a waste of time. The Quincunx aspect, however, means that tensions here are rarely too serious or aggressive. Instead, the relationship has a non-plussed, mystified quality: a sense of whatever, you do you.

As strange as it may seem, mutual puzzlement is one of this relationship's great strengths. Aries is a Cardinal modality sign, associated with purity and inception, which forms a perfect compliment to Scorpio's Fixed energy, with its focus on realization and achievement. These two signs are therefore ideal collaborators and partners, provided they respect each other's boundaries and operate within their own spheres of interest. Creative exploration is highly favoured, precisely because the relationship favours teamwork and individuality. Let's also not forget that these signs are among the Western zodiac's most prepossessing, each capable of lighting up a room with incredibly potent energy. It is important for conflicts to be addressed quickly, to avoid the dissimilarities between these two forming too wide a gulf.

With the right blend of separation and togetherness, this relationship can be a genuine delight, allowing both signs to achieve great personal fulfilment while forging a dependable and deeply rewarding shared connection.

Celebrity Aries/Scorpio Pairings*

*Click on the names to see both Western and Chinese zodiac matches for that pairing.

Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey
Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey (click for attribution/s)

Robert Downey Jr. (4/4/1965, Aries Snake), Susan Downey (11/6/1973, Scorpio Ox) : The actor and film producer have been married since 2005 and have two children. Susan Downey described in a joint interview: "[Some 'me' time is] key in any relationship. Whether you’re working together all of the time or not, you always have to give each other space and kind of read it. He’s a little bit of a slower start in the morning than I am. So I have to make sure that there’s enough coffee in his system before I start throwing questions his way." Robert added: "There is always that thing of love and respect. It is work, but it’s just so nice."

Quentin Tarantino (3/27/1963, Aries Rabbit), Daniella Pick (11/21/1983, Scorpio Pig) : The director and singer first met in 2009 during promotions for Tarantino's film, Inglourious Basterds. They married in 2018. Pick has been quoted as saying, "Quentin really loves my cooking...We spend a lot of time during the day together, laughing, talking. He’s a gentleman, romantic, funny, and a hunk."

Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian (click for attribution/s)

Kourtney Kardashian (4/18/1979, Aries Sheep), Travis Barker (11/14/1975, Scorpio Rabbit) : The media personality/model and musician have been close friends since at least 2018 and married in 2022. Together they share six children from previous relationships. Speaking in 2021, Barked described: "I dated girls who didn't have kids and I find it hard because they would have trouble understanding like, 'Why don't you want to go to dinner every night with me?' or 'Why don't you want to see me every night?' And now I'm spending time with a woman who's a great mom, who's a great friend and you don't have to worry about any of those things. It just comes natural, it's like a maturity thing. And I also really like missing someone and cherishing the time that I spend with them instead of every day being with them."

Ethel Kennedy (4/11/1928, Aries Dragon), Robert F. Kennedy (11/20/1925, Scorpio Ox) : The former United States Attorney-General and human rights advocate were married for 18 years and had 11 children, before his assassination in 1968. One biographer has written: "There’s a reason that Ethel has lived with these rumors [of infidelity] for 50 years and has stopped listening to or reading about them...What she cared about is not only did Bobby always come home, but that he came home to her and the kids...He hugely loved Ethel Kennedy. They’re one of the great romances of American politics."

Owen Wilson and Jackie Chan
Owen Wilson and Jackie Chan (click for attribution/s)

Jackie Chan (4/7/1954, Aries Horse), Owen Wilson (11/18/1968, Scorpio Monkey) : The two actors starred memorably in the films Shanghai Noon and Shanghai Knights. The chemistry between the leads was widely praised. Wilson described after the sequel: "I'd gotten to be friends with Jackie on the first [film]. I knew what a hard worker he was...[Chan] goes on the set, he kind of looks around and he sees something and he incorporates that into the scene. That was a really nice way for me to work too because I don't like to be tied down to necessarily how the script is if the scene doesn't work when you get on set. I like it free."

Elton John (3/25/1947, Aries Pig), David Furnish (10/25/1962, Scorpio Tiger) : The legendary musician and film-maker have been together for over 20 years. In 2005, they were one of the first couples in the UK to enter into the then-recently-introduced concept of a civil partership, and they married in 2014 shortly after the legalization of same-sex marriage in the UK. Elton posted in 2016, "23 years ago when I met this extraordinary man, I never dreamed that one day I would be able to legally marry the man I love. 2 years ago that dream became a reality. I want to thank everyone that fought to make that dream possible. I also want to thank all the wonderful friends and family who loyally stand by us and support us every day."

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Chinese Zodiac sign, the Dragon
Chinese Zodiac sign, the Ox

Chinese Zodiac

Dragon and Ox

Compatibility overview

It may not be the most headline-grabbing match in the Chinese zodiac, but the combination of firsteast and secondeast has very strong prospects. These two are likely to have a great deal in common, and with ample good fortune surrounding them, they are well placed to forge a strong and nurturing bond. Not to mention having plenty of fun along the way.

Dragon and Ox - Relationship Horoscope

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Similar to the elements in Western astrology, the four essential Trine Families of the Chinese zodiac separate naturally into pairs that are harmonious with each other. The families of the Dragon (with the Monkey and Rat) and Ox (with Rooster and Snake) combine to form one of these highly congenial inter-family groups. While the Ox and Dragon may not receive quite as much attention as some other combinations between their families, they benefit considerably from the wonderful energy that surrounds them.

Early encounters between the Ox and Dragon will tend to be relaxed affairs, with both parties slipping easily into a comfortable groove. Dragon natives are so brilliantly captivating that they often overwhelm others with the sheer force of their personalities, so the Ox's strength and self-assurance can immediately put them at ease. Ever proud and ambitious, the Ox hates the idea of wasting their time on anyone undeserving, so keeping company with the majestic Dragon fulfils their deep-seated sense of purpose. As these two become closer, the promise of their initial connection can mature become a terrific source of meaning and fun.

These are two of the most powerful signs in the Eastern zodiac, which for the Dragon in particular can be intensely demanding and lead to occasional feelings of isolation from other signs. The Ox's prodigious abilities, by contrast, are balanced by a desire to build secure spaces for themselves and those close to them. Many Dragon/Ox pairings are thus able to leverage the vitality and dazzling appeal of the Dragon alongside the determination and caring instincts of the Ox. There may sometimes be limits to how far this can go. The Dragon's freedom-loving spirit always resists restraint, which may at times make the Ox feel distant, even rejected. The Dragon may sometimes feel the Ox's demands are too controlling or impossible to satisfy. There is so much good fortune and common ground between these two, however, that one way or another positive outcomes are highly favoured.

It will come as no surprise if this combination yields a lasting, pleasurable, and deeply nourishing relationship.

Celebrity Dragon/Ox Pairings*

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Elsa Pataky and Adrien Brody
Elsa Pataky and Adrien Brody (click for attribution/s)

Adrien Brody (4/14/1973, Aries Ox), Elsa Pataky (7/18/1976, Cancer Dragon) : The couple dated between 2006 and 2009. Pataky famously bought Brody a castle in upstate New York for his birthday. About their meeting, Brody said, "It was a miracle...The first time I saw her I was completely spellbound. I told Elsa later that I was so uncomfortable because she was so beautiful and so lovely and sweet. I became very self-conscious."

Dana Reeve (3/17/1961, Pisces Ox), Christopher Reeve (9/25/1952, Libra Dragon) : The couple—both actors and activists—were married in 1992. After Christopher Reeve was paralyzed in an accident in 1995, they founded the Reeve Foundation to treat and cure spinal cord injury. Their relationship was later chronicled in the New York Times bestseller, Somewhere in Heaven: The Remarkable Love Story of Dana and Christopher Reeve.

Alexandra Grant and Keanu Reeves
Alexandra Grant and Keanu Reeves (click for attribution/s)

Alexandra Grant (4/4/1973, Aries Ox), Keanu Reeves (9/2/1964, Virgo Dragon) : The visual artist and actor have been close for many years. In 2011, they published a book together, Ode to Happiness, containing Grant's drawings and Reeves' poetic text. After they revealed they were a couple in November 2019, Grant said:" “I think every single person I knew called me in the first week of November, and that’s fascinating. But the question I’ve been asking in all of this is: 'What is the opportunity for good?'"

Gore Vidal (10/3/1925, Libra Ox), Howard Austen (1/28/1929, Aquarius Dragon) : The writer and advertiser/stage manager were partners from 1950 until Austen's death in 2003. Burr Steers, Vidal's nephew, described: "They were as close as any married couple. It was a really tight relationship. They were connected in a fundamental way. Howard took the piss out of him. He really protected Gore. Gore lost a big chunk of himself when Howard died. He couldn't really function as a person on his own."


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Final Words

The Quincunx may have its doubters, but the strange match of firstwest and secondwest often draws both signs into a pleasurable, inspiring, and dependable connection. Here, the relationship is further enhanced by the simpatico energy between the firsteast and secondeast, which may tend more towards mutual admiration than star-crossed lovers, but often provides a trustworthy bedrock for yearslong nourishment and pleasure.

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