Mars in Scorpio, Ascendent in Taurus (Taurus Rising)

Mars in Scorpio ♏︎ in the Natal Chart 

Archetypes: Investigator, Pirate, Non-Conformist

What Drives You: Mars is the traditional ruler of Scorpio making this natal chart placement highly intense. Mars in Scorpio individuals have a tendency to spark suspicion in others. These people are often the nonconformists of society. They strive to be different and are deeply attracted to counter culture. The Mars in Scorpio individual does not mind being the outlaw in fact they may even prefer it. 

This placement gives you a passionate approach to life. You seduce those around you to bend to your will. You have a strong drive to make sure your needs are met and will do what it takes to make that happen. 

Mars in Scorpio wants to investigate the underlying reason for why the world is the way it is or why people do what they do. Mars gives energy to this drive pushing the Scorpio person to be more intense to the point of obsession at times. 

Sexuality: The Mars in Scorpio individual will be very in touch with their sexuality. They will most likely have a strong sex drive to match. You may have taboo sexual tastes or be interested in tantra and other forms of spiritual sexuality.

Taurus ♉︎ Ascendent in the Natal Chart

Astrological Body Part: Throat & Vocal Tract

Chart Ruling Planet: Venus

As a Taurus Ascendent or Rising sign you have an earthy sensuality that characterizes your appearance and gives you a romantic approach to life. Taurus Rising individuals appear calm on the surface and often you cannot tell what they are thinking based on their facial expressions. People often find your speaking and singing voice hypnotic and soothing. 

Style: You are very focused on your appearance and adorning yourself. You are the most likely sign to have body piercings, wear lots of jewelry, or have tattoos. One of the ways you express your artistic nature is through clothes and personal style. This is very important to you as a Taurus Rising. You are also very concerned with the comfort and feel of you clothes. Always looking put together you easily create outfits that are both comfortable and creative looking. 

Talent: Taurus Risings tend to be introverted on the surface. You are highly perceptive of your environment and the people around you. With Venus as your chart ruling planet you have the ability to help other people accept their sexuality. You have natural artistic talent and an eye for beauty. On a spiritual level you are very connected to crystals and earth energy.