Aspects of Pluto and the Ascendant

Pluto – Ascendant Conjunction

People are able to notice the intensity with which the native carries out their activities and pursues their own interests. They see the native as magnetic, very powerful, and at times an obvious and open threat. People cannot understand where the power they sense will be directed: for good or against them. Since Pluto is a planet of great power, the native may encounter situations that require or force them to use will and strength. Other people may try to use these same qualities against them, so it is best to remember that “those who come to them with a sword will die by the sword.” In addition, they may spend a great deal of time trying to eradicate or correct some of their negative character traits. They are capable of intuitively knowing or understanding other people’s thoughts, feelings, or motives. By nature, they are endowed with a detective’s instinct.

Pluto in Harmony with the Ascendant

The native tends to be a serious person with a certain touch of magnetism. They are inquisitive and try to behave diplomatically in relationships with other people. They have leadership qualities that can be developed if they apply reason and will. Sometimes they are quite emotional, which helps prevent an explosion of the powerful energy within them. They feel comfortable with this energy. They are interested in philosophy and the difficulties of social reform.

Pluto in Dissonance with the Ascendant

The native is intolerant of other people and their beliefs. People see them as a threat to their normal existence. Others will test and challenge them, and the native will test and challenge others in return. They will not run from a contest and may even go out of their way in search of a “good fight,” whether verbal or otherwise. Perhaps they should learn to cooperate with people. They like tension in relationships, and the more there is, the better. They keep their feelings secret from those with whom they are connected. Most likely, those people would like the native to open up a little more.  ✓