Mars in the Signs

Here's a quick look at Mars through the signs.

(Remember that these are broad generalizations; romantic tendencies are the result of a sum total of all the factors in a natal chart. A full reading takes all the mitigating factors into consideration, while these are just brief snapshot delineations.)

Mars in Aries

Mars in Aries tends to be forward and brash. In romance, they do not hesitate to make the first move; even if they're shy, they'll be very direct once they open up. Basically a loyal sign, but they can make bad choices through impulsiveness. Keywords: vigorous, direct, impulsive.

Mars in Aries Projected: Is attracted to Aries types-- strong-willed, vital, impulsive people. Can easily attract domineering people, sometimes even physically volatile partners. Is often attracted to persons in uniform and/or athletes.

Interesting Tidbits: This Mars likes the chase-- Aries is not easily put off! These people prefer vigorous, straightforward sex over touchy-feely or mental games. On the other hand, they have great enthusiasm and stamina. Lots of fun if you like your passion straight up.

Mars in Taurus

Mars in Taurus can be headstrong, but is very willing. This is a sensual and affectionate Mars; the romantic drive is steady and strong, if a bit stolid sometimes. Generous with tokens of affection, but can give the silent treatment like no other. Keywords: loving, stubborn, demonstrative.

Mars in Taurus Projected: Attracted to Taurus types who are materially sound and emotionally together. Is turned off by constant unpredictability; real loyalty is given and expected. Wealth can be a primary factor in choosing a mate.

Interesting Tidbits: This is a sensual Mars that revels in activities such as erotic massage and body shots. Usually fairly conservative, not terribly prone to nonstandard preferences. Loves extended foreplay, and will not be hurried!

Mars in Gemini

Mars in Gemini is imaginative, cerebral, sometimes fickle. Not naturally highly-sexed, but seeks a wide variety of experiences out of sheer curiosity. Likes talking about love and sex almost as much as doing it. An incurable flirt. Keywords: curious, quick, restless.

Mars in Gemini Projected: Attracted to charming, witty, intelligent types, and is turned off by possessiveness. Infidelity (yours or theirs) is a lifelong theme. Often has abundant nervous energy, which can irritate some partners.

Interesting Tidbits: This is a very verbal Mars; dirty talk, erotica, and general conversation about sex is a turn-on. They get bored easily, and can lack stamina; to keep them happy, satisfy their innate need for new experiences. There is a strong tendency to bisexuality and sometimes poly relationships.

Mars in Cancer

Mars in Cancer has a nurturing, emotional style. Often has a maternal quality, regardless of gender. Incredibly sensitive partners, but can be moody and inconsistent in their affection. Forms deep attachments, but can become overly dependant. Keywords: caring, protective, sensitive.

Mars in Cancer Projected: often attracted to protective, emotional types who promise to care for them, sometimes resulting in being unwittingly smothered. Sex drive is deep and passionate, strongly affected by mood. One of the signs most often involved in parent-figure relationships.

Interesting Tidbits: Sensual and passionate, sex is innately tied to emotion with Mars in Cancer. Can appear prudish on the surface, and it can take several sessions for the initial insecurities to fade. This Mars tends to like rear-entry positions and different varieties of anal play. Spanking is also a turn-on.

Mars in Leo

Mars in Leo loves dramatics. Basically very devoted; requires great quantities of attention from a partner, and will sulk without it. Passionate and a bit territorial. Can be more concerned about the performance itself than the partner. Very generous and demonstrative. Keywords: loyal, sensitive, warm.

Mars in Leo Projected: is often attracted to Leo types who are larger-than-life, dashing, and romantic. Tends to attract creative people of all stripes. Can be attracted to social or cultural distinction, which sometimes results in becoming proverbial "political wife", which may or may not satisfy.

Interesting Tidbits: Mars in Leo has a steady, passionate sex drive, but can easily get stuck in a rut. Loves to please; encouragement is highly aphrodisiac. Can be deeply satisfied by different forms of sexual worship, either giving or receiving. Loves performing, too, on film and sometimes in public.

Mars in Virgo

Mars in Virgo is sensual, thorough, sometimes tense. A bit too emotional for its own comfort, and needs steady returned affection without many overt demands. Very responsive as lovers and partners, but can have a deep insecurity that requires much patience. Sometimes tends toward chronic infidelity. Keywords: thorough, perfectionistic, sensual.

Mars in Virgo Projected: is often attracted to Virgo types such as craftspeople, detail-oriented people, and sometimes medical professionals. Is often involved with highly critical partners and hypochondriacs, but can be satisfied in the role of caretaker.

Interesting Tidbits: Virgo Mars folks are just downright kinky, though they don't always know it or admit it. They are fastidious and a prim to the core, but often wind up with a list of sexual experiences that would make Caligula blush. Try anything, but be cautious and gradual.

Mars in Libra

Mars in Libra loves love and partnership, and can be more highly sexed than Mars in other air signs. Is motivated to "partner" but can be superficial and fickle; is often involved in prolonged courtships due to indecision. A superb lover, but can be lazy at times. Keywords: partnership-oriented, measuring, relaxed.

Mars in Libra Projected: is often attracted to Librans, or graceful, charming people with good social skills. Sometimes attracts partners who are only attracted to them superficially, who eventually trade them in for younger or more attractive models. Enjoys socializing.

Interesting Tidbits: Mars in Libra is visual and aesthetically-inclined, and is very appreciative of lingerie, toned figures, and good grooming. Often responds better to a longer-term situation than casual encounters. Can also be quite voyeuristic.

Mars in Scorpio

Mars in Scorpio is an intense, highly passionate placing. Without serious counteracting chart aspects, jealousy is an issue. Has a genuine, deep need for a rich sex life, and cannot thrive without it. Often extremely erotic and extremely emotional. Keywords: intense, possessive, powerful.

Mars in Scorpio Projected: is often involved with secretive, broody, emotionally powerful people, and the term "psychodrama" describes many of their relationships. Can experience mind-blowing connections, but also faces the distinct possibility of manipulation and abuse.

Interesting Tidbits: Mars in Scorpio has a strong inclination to power games, and is often interested in some part of the BDSM spectrum. Regardless, this is probably the most erotic Mars of them all; if you can handle the drama, the sex is incredible.

Mars in Sagittarius

Mars in Sagittarius is sometimes a "love 'em and leave 'em" Mars. Can be loyal, but more often adventurous, and hates the idea of fences. Very spontaneous and often abrupt, the romantic drives are passionate but restless. Keywords; expansive, adventurous, restless.

Mars in Sagittarius Projected: is often attracted to broad-minded, adventurous types. Can often keep up with such a partner, if the projected Mars is decently integrated, but can also attract the type of partner who refuses to commit. Usually very spontaneous and bright, with a strong but inconsistent sex drive.

Interesting Tidbits: This is another Mars with a tendency toward bisexuality. Very adventurous, these folks will try anything once. They can develop very specific fetishes more easily than other Mars signs (except perhaps Virgo) but are more relaxed than compulsive about them. They make great sex workers.

Mars in Capricorn

Mars in Capricorn folks are often very serious about love and sex. Prone to mixing love with ambition. Not sexually spontaneous or highly passionate, but always achieve their goal, no matter how long it takes. Can be stubborn and immovable, but are loyal and upright. Keywords: stable, determined, persistent.

Mars in Capricorn Projected: is often attracted to powerful people or authority figures, and partners who appear stable in worldly terms. Is likely to experience significant age differences in partnerships, and can sometimes attract intolerably domineering partners.

Interesting Tidbits: This Mars is very dominant; even in the projected state, Capricorn Mars demands respect and authority. Master/slave situations are not uncommon; even in more conventional setups, there is a clear distinction between who is in charge and who is not!

Mars in Aquarius

Mars in Aquarius is one of the quirkiest placements, and is traditionally the sign of the lifelong bachelor. Relationships are based on intellectual rapport and friendship. The sex drive is not strong, but is often highly individual. Can be unpredictable, but usually loyal while they're around. Keywords: cerebral, unpredictable, stubborn.

Mars in Aquarius Projected: is a difficult Mars to project, and often results in attraction to unavailable types or "distracted geniuses." Partners must be intelligent and original; more earthbound types grow tedious quite quickly. Can fall out of love or file for divorce abruptly and unpredictably.

Interesting Tidbits: This Mars is not very physical, and nontraditional forms of love and sexuality are common (such as non-contact sexuality, non-cohabitational marriages, and a preference for online or phone chat.) Not at all possessive, this Mars can usually handle open relationships with total equanimity.

Mars in Pisces

Mars in Pisces in not a strong Mars, but the need for love is great. Sensuality and profundity are prized above passionate heat or common sense. Incredibly romantic and giving; often disappointed in love. Loyal when emotionally satisfied, but prone to fickleness. Keywords: dreamy, gentle, inconsistent.

Mars in Pisces Projected: is often attracted to musicians, artists, or mystically inclined people. Tends to become involved with shiftless types, and can take a role in the "savior/victim" game; especially prone to attracting substance abusers. Seeks empathy and emotional connection above all.

Interesting Tidbits: Mars in Pisces is diffusive and easily led; these folks pick up new habits and preferences constantly. Intuitive and highly responsive, this Mars will rarely make the first suggestion, but is open to anything. Prone to bisexuality and a liking for fantasy sex; role-playing is a turn-on once they are past their initial insecurities.