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Scorpio Rat and Aries Rabbit

The strangely captivating allure between firstwest and secondwest may enhance the caring and respectful, if at times distant, connection between the firsteast and secondeast.

Western Zodiac sign, Scorpio
Western Zodiac sign, Aries

Western Zodiac

Scorpio and Aries

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.

Scorpio and Aries - 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 Scorpio/Aries Pairings*

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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 Rat
Chinese Zodiac sign, the Rabbit

Chinese Zodiac

Rat and Rabbit

Compatibility overview

This inconsistent but sometimes delightful match is capable of some terrific results. The firsteast and secondeast are not blessed with strongly favorable energy, but neither are they prone to serious conflict. If they can steer away from the areas where their instincts are most different, they may discover some compelling synergies, leading to all kinds of positive outcomes.

Rat and Rabbit - Relationship Horoscope

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The Eastern zodiac's four Trine Families work in similar ways to the elements in Western astrology. The families of the Rat (with the Dragon and Monkey) and Rabbit (with the Pig and Sheep) attract some challenging energy, and some of the matches between them can be very troublesome (e.g., the Rat and Sheep, or the Rabbit and Dragon). The Rat and Rabbit themselves, however, share some deeply meaningful affinities. The Rat's highly social nature, tactical thinking, and judiciousness with information can align beautifully with the Rabbit's innate love of peace and diplomacy. Relationships between these two signs often emphasize trust and a quite innocent outlook, for they are both likely to want only the best for each other and their larger communities. Creative pursuits, especially involving humour and the written word, are also strongly favored. The Rat's proficiency with language is legendary, while the Rabbit possesses a deeply artistic soul. Collaborations can be as witty and clever as they are aesthetically profound.

Problems between these two are less likely to explode than to develop gradually. The Rat's nature tends towards secretive strategizing, where the Rabbit is more open and sensitive. The Rat is often at their best under pressure or in the company of strong personalities, and they can be quite angry when provoked, whereas the Rabbit has little stamina for drama or confrontation of any kind. It can be especially hard for these two signs to deal with problems. With neither wanting to hurt the other's feelings, they can find themselves bearing a heavy load of unexpressed uncertainty, arguing around in circles, or simply avoiding each other.

Overall, it may be important for the Rabbit and Rat to appreciate their innate differences, and to direct their shared attention to areas where they most strongly agree. For with care and self-knowledge, this can be a beautifully warm and creative foundation for a relationship.

Celebrity Rat/Rabbit Pairings*

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Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer
Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer (click for attribution/s)

Jennifer Garner (4/17/1972, Aries Rat), Judy Greer (7/20/1975, Cancer Rabbit) : The two actors appeared together in 13 going on 30 in 2004 and have continued a strong friendship. Greer made a speech when Garner was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Garner starred in Greer's directorial debut, A Happening of Monumental Proportions. Greer has described: "It's really important that you give your friendships some attention. It's important when you love someone to give that relationship attention. Sometimes you're going to talk a lot and sometimes you're not going to talk much and that has to be OK. I always feel like with [Garner], it's always very easy with her. We can talk a lot or we can go a long time without talking. It's always really easy. And she's just like that."

Josh Duhamel (11/14/1972, Scorpio Rat), Fergie (3/27/1975, Aries Rabbit) : The singer and model/actor became a couple in 2007. They were married from 2009 to 2019 and had one child together. In 2012, speaking on Oprah about tabloid rumors during their marriage, Fergie described how the couple attended "a lot of therapy": "When you go through difficult times, it really makes you stronger as a unit. Our love today is a deeper love." Duchamel added: "I'm actually happy that all that happened because we wouldn't be as strong as we are now; we wouldn't be as happy as we are now. In a lot of ways it made me straighten my ass out."

Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pitt
Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pitt (click for attribution/s)

Gwyneth Paltrow (9/27/1972, Libra Rat), Brad Pitt (12/18/1963, Sagittarius Rabbit) : The two actors were one of the world's highest profile couples when they dated between 1994 and 1997. Paltrow later recounted how Pitt confronted Harvey Weinstein after the infamous producer made an unwelcome advance towards her. "It was like the equivalent of [Pitt] throwing [Weinstein] against the wall...It was so fantastic because what he did was, he leveraged his fame and power to protect me at a time when I didn’t have fame or power yet...Harvey was never inappropriate with me again. Ever."

Stuart Townsend (12/15/1972, Sagittarius Rat), Charlize Theron (8/7/1975, Leo Rabbit) : The two actors were a couple for nine years, with each describing their relationship as akin to marriage, and surprised many observers when they split in 2010. During their time together, Theron described: "I've been in love before. But have I ever been with somebody who I really, truly felt had my back and was my best friend? No, not until Stuart." After their split, she described trying to mend the relationship: "It was sinking, and I had to give it a fight. I really wanted to try and make it work. That was the priority. I wouldn't do it any different way." Townsend said in 2013: "We had a great time, we had a great adventure, that's all I can say."

50 Cent and Eminem
50 Cent and Eminem (click for attribution/s)

50 Cent (7/6/1975, Cancer Rabbit), Eminem (10/17/1972, Libra Rat) : The two rappers are among the most famous hip-hop artists of all time. They have long been collaborators and friends, since Eminem signed 50 Cent after hearing his Guess Who's Back mixtape in 2002. In 2014, 50 Cent described: "Hip Hop is Black music, without question, and, unfortunately for some people, it's tough to accept that you have a White artist that does it better than Black artists. It is what it is. You can get like whoever you think is the best Black artist and stand them face-to-face in a room with Em, and he will eat that [guy] alive."

Billy Crystal (3/14/1948, Pisces Rat), Robin Williams (7/21/1951, Cancer Rabbit) : The two comedians/actors were friends from their youth in the 1970s until Williams' death in 2014. Crystal has described: "[Williams was a] lonely kid, a kid on his own a lot, inventing characters, inventing whole worlds and as he grew, it got more complete and easier for him to get to...[Williams' depression is] really stuff I don't talk about. Incredibly difficult times. You know, friends trusting each other with the darkest of secrets that I'll keep that way...[During interviews] [h]e always looked to me to bring him back to earth and I could take him in a different direction and it took me a while to figure out how to counter-punch and score my own points, you know… it was a privilege to trade blows with him."


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Final Words

Frequently as mysterious to the signs themselves as to outsiders, the Quincunx connection between firstwest and secondwest has the potential to translate ostensibly dramatic differences into a stimulating and exciting connection. This quality of enchantment may be especially useful here, for although the firsteast and secondeast can rely on each other for admiration and kindheartedness, they may need some help developing close trust and affection.

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