Mars in Scorpio — Volcanic Eruption

The red planet in the natal chart reflects the native’s degree of conflict, impulsiveness, courage, and willpower when facing adversity, as well as the typical dangers they may encounter in this lifetime. By looking at a woman’s horoscope, it’s easy to see which qualities of masculine allure awaken her passion.

Those with Mars in Scorpio find themselves in a complex position. The water element blurs the clear direction of fiery energy. Dimly sensing a great mission or destiny and inspired by grand goals, the native often does not fully understand the sequence of steps needed to achieve them, leading to frustration and aggression toward the world, including loved ones. Mastering a difficult temperament and not burning up in the lava of their own inaction is the main challenge of this placement.

General Influence of the Red Planet

Natives with Mars in Scorpio are constantly at odds with a peaceful way of life: they find danger even where none exists, attract trouble like a magnet, or provoke quarrels and conflicts out of nowhere. They are fascinated by issues of death, the dark side of the occult, and secret societies with shadowy rituals.

They are eager to test any strange theory in practice, as well as to plunge into extreme situations—skydiving from the highest peak, diving with sharks. Their behavior is always loud, drawing public attention, and their own interests are always paramount. Once the native recognizes a desire, they pursue it with volcanic force, trampling over anyone in their way. Refusals or delays are not tolerated. When dealing with them, it’s important to understand the peculiar union of Mars and the dark Plutonian waters:

• Honesty, courage, and a need to establish justice;
• Imprecise, imaginative thinking, enormous willpower when inspired by a goal, and destructive laziness when lacking important tasks;
• Purposefulness, persistence, diligence, and fearlessness are revealed in high-competition settings, fueled by the drive to surpass rivals and come out on top;
• Dominance, aggressiveness, fanaticism, and unyielding convictions, with a thirst for destruction that, in the absence of spiritual and intellectual growth, can turn against the native;
• Strong intuition and a connection with the collective unconscious, enabling the native to foresee outcomes;
• Organizational and administrative skills especially shine under stress: in battles for justice or in emergency aid to the vulnerable;
• An interest in the criminal world, military affairs, or secret technologies: the native may either fight against these forces or take an active part, depending on planetary aspects;
• Deep sensuality, a tendency toward violence, skillfully controlled by a disciplined mind.

Children with Mars in Scorpio are hot-tempered, energetic, and sensitive. Their vivid imagination turns internal fears into something tangible, quickly wearing out their nervous system. They need to be first in class, but absent-mindedness and daydreaming can hinder their studies. Spiritual experience is often gained through stressful and dangerous situations, making sports an essential part of their upbringing.

Mars in the Female and Male Chart

A native with Mars in Scorpio is a fighter by birth, even if they may appear touchy or comfort-loving. In the face of danger, their inner strength consolidates and delivers a crushing blow to the forces of darkness.

Sometimes, only in extreme situations does the Scorpionic Mars reveal the full brilliance of its courage, bravery, and unwavering loyalty. The native also loves comfort and prestige and is inspired by the prospect of achieving these through hard work. A natural commander and idea generator, they quickly become a leader in any group and just as quickly make enemies and attract envy, which they deal with ruthlessly.

In love, Mars in Scorpio is wildly passionate and romantic: the native knows how to court beautifully and create unbelievable, risky surprises. They are drawn to mysterious, intelligent, and modest beauties, and repelled by brash or loud individuals. A magnetically attractive Venus in Scorpio or a shy and creative Venus in Pisces or Sagittarius is a good match.

A woman with Mars in Scorpio is incredibly sexual and sensual: she lives on the edge of emotion, always ready to erupt in conflict or fight for justice. She is attracted to powerful, financially secure men with complex personalities and the dark charm of a “black magician,” though her main goal is to find a protector for her family with true leadership qualities.

She is smart, rich in creative talents, and values her freedom, yet in relationships she longs to surrender to her beloved’s power. When Mars is afflicted, especially with projections in the Seventh, Eighth, or Twelfth House, she may become the victim of a rude or combative partner. A good match would be a partner with Mars in Capricorn, Cancer, or Pisces.

Important Aspects with Other Planets

The primary ruler of Scorpio is Mars itself, so any harmonious aspects with other planets enhance their positive qualities. Connections with Pluto, Mercury, the Moon, Neptune, and Jupiter are especially powerful, conferring eloquence, wisdom, psychic or creative talents, and the ability to reach social heights.

Unfortunately, negative aspects are also felt acutely, and can predict serious injuries or violent death if safety rules are ignored. A love of risk can prove costly when afflicted configurations involve Uranus, Saturn, or Scorpio’s secondary ruler, Pluto.

Additional Description

People born with Mars in Scorpio are extremely strong-willed and pursue their goals and desires with passionate dedication and resolve. You are capable of absolute focus and strict discipline, and it’s very hard for anyone to influence you once you set your mind to something. When you want something, you can be very single-minded—almost obsessed. You keep your plans secret and don’t like to let others in on your intentions.

Scorpionic natives are instinctive, insightful, decisive, strong-willed, stubborn, and magnetic. You are emotional and sometimes reveal your more primal side. You must learn self-discipline, or your natural desires will control your life and likely bring much sorrow in the end. You need to control jealousy and possessiveness in matters of love. Some emotional detachment in relationships would be beneficial, given your tendency to treat loved ones as your possessions.

Mars in Scorpio grants intense willpower, yet externally you may seem calm, causing others to struggle to understand your true motives. You may manipulate people without them (or anyone else) ever realizing it. Open confrontation is not your preferred style; you prefer to act behind the scenes. In any case, you are a formidable opponent when angered. Health-wise, there may be a predisposition to hemorrhoids.  ✓