Lowkey f wikipedia when it comes to reliable info I know, but it's the only place I could find concise charts to better explain what I was rambling about w the zodiacs on Zafina's hood & the themes of T8 in the group chat lol:
Retrograde is an astronomical and astrological phenomenon that is actually a optical illusion rooted in our position in the solar system. It's when from our perspective, planets appear to move backwards ๐ชโจ
In astrology a planet in retrograde essentially turns said planets energy inwards, and could lead to disruption of anything and everything said planet rules ๐ฌ. It's typically a time to reflect on what said retrograde planet(s) rules and their involvement in your life.
Mercury, Venus & Mars' retrogrades tend to be on a more personally disruptive level. With things usually being affected in your day-to-day life. The outer planets however tend to go retrograde more frequently, and their effects are more so on a broader scale.
If you'd like an example : Here's a lil clip of Saturn below the cut! See how it appears to be moving backwards, then slows, then speeds forward?
Saturn entered station retrograde on June 17th - tropically in Pisces, sidereally in Aquarius - and will remain so until entering station direct again on November 4th. And so far a lot of astrologers have noticed that Saturn's rule over authority has particularly been on the chopping block the past few weeks since it did? Which... looking around at all the rightful major retaliation against billionaires, CEO's, apps, and corrupt governments that's been going on... yeh.. I could see that.
Advice for someone who wants to learn about astrology but doesn't know where to start?
IIIII learned in a really wonky way tbh. Long story short I started with the more advanced stuff without even realizing it for years ๐ญ yeah um.. don't do that lol.
But knowing what I know now, if I could, I would definitely say start with the planets. What they rule, how they can effect other placements etc. because that's when for me it was like a lightbulb in my head and everything started to click.
If you'd like my own notes on the matter, they below the cut ๐ชโจ but also be sure to look them up on your own too! Especially in regards to the what they rule in the body part. While I listed what seemed credible, there's a lot of conflicting info out there on that and it might be neat to decide what you think is plausible yourself ๐ซ
Yes this is still a rp hub blog, yes I do still try to keep my other interests off here for the most part, but considering my tendency to talk about astrology on here at times I just wanted to share this video and say Thank. You.
@blizzardrush / @unbrydledfury bb asked me to take a peek at Sergei's chart so everyone get your tea cups prepared for notes below the cut โ๏ธโจ
So just to clarify, I'm not going to go through all the placements since this would be incredibly long that way and I fear it already is lol, if there's one you're curious about that I don't mention feel free to ask me about it or look up some info on it if you'd like! But in the meantime, some notes that I think might resonate w him based on canon and headcanons of yours that I've seen:
I remember telling you about his sun sign decan in the past, so lets look at the Moon! Aquarius moons traits include curious, unemotional, progressive, sociable and incredibly intelligent. โ On one hand they can be incredibly friendly, but on the other they have no clue how to handle emotions :c Typically preferring to observe feelings from a place of logic or from a scientific perspective instead of actually feeling them. They may enjoy socializing or gossip, and be rather witty in their own way, but then dip as soon as the conversation turns into something they would need to get emotionally involved in.
Here we see another example of a possible Saturn, Moon conjunction , which doubles the above via Saturn starving the Moon which rules emotions, and which again usually indicates an absent or distant relationship with a father figure.
Saturn conjunct Moon more commonly also indicates and I quote: " Their disciplined emotional nature may sometimes be mistaken for coldness. Certainly, they tend to adopt a practical, business-like approach to the world of emotion. However, they are very sensitive and fear rejection. Some adopt a very cool exterior, leading others to believe that they donโt need nurture and love, simply because they are reticent about expressing their need for these basics of life."
This is doubled when we see that he has Black Moon Lilith in Pisces. This placement enhances sensitivity, and drives people with it to be introspective. Since Pisces rules fantasies + all things mystical / spiritual, the unknown / unusual might fascinate him. He could either be incredibly religious, reject religion all together, or even have near crippling fears tied to religion. However this placement can also suggest while the person with it has a compassionate and spiritual side, they may be ashamed to show it or of it in general. :c
Again with the doubling down, we see Jupiter placed in Libra. Libra Jovians can at times be known for their strong faith. Libra is also a sign ruled by Venus, the planet that rules beauty. Jupiter ruling luck in Libra only strengthens that and usually indicates someone with a uniquely attractive appearance. Even when possibly not the best at socializing, they typically come off as charming, tactful, yet detached. (Sidenote: not the Jupiter symbol charm on my bracelet getting stuck on something while I'm typing this yo quit it- detach like him)
And the last one I'll point out is that retrograde Mars in Cancer. Mars rules passion, energy, anger and sexuality to name a few in astrology. When in retrograde, that intense energy will instead turn inward. This suggests trouble asserting oneself growing up. It also suggests possible trouble with ones identity, and at times passive-aggressive tendencies. Some could have extreme tempers, while others could hold their tempers inside until one day it boils over. โ Thanks to all the Aquarius placements in his chart, these aspects are likely usually dulled down a tad. And the thing about retrograde placements, is that they're seen as something one could overcome as they grow. Most with Mars in retrograde find a good outlet in things filled w Martian vibes, such as wrestling, sports, martial arts, fighting for others' rights, being a firefighter, surgeon, ER doctor, debtors, business strategist, or uh oh yeah, basically anything with ties to the military.
^ Finally, This retrograde Mars is also in Cancer. Cancer Martians are typically protective, loyal and at times actively nurturing. Especially when it comes to family and friends. But when in retrograde, Cancer Martians may have trouble with - again - expressing emotions, instead with this placement however it's specifically when it comes to sexuality and sexual relationships. Which again, something that can be overcome. Grow your endless confidence Dragunov you cool lad ;v;
Conjunction of the planet that rules anger (Mars) & the planet of the subconscious (Neptune) in Anna's natal โ๏ธ
Possible Saturn & Moon conjunction in Anna's natal - aka Saturn starving the Moon which rules emotionsโ๏ธ
^ This placement also can sometimes indicate an absent or distant father, as can Saturn in retrograde, which both sisters have ๐โ๏ธ
Nina's whole chart in general that I've gone over plenty before lol โ But to see both her and Anna have Chiron, which represents core wounds & how to resolve them, in Steve's sun sign Aries.. in Nina's 8th house - the house of death and rebirth too ๐โ๏ธ
The only inner placement Nina and Anna share being the planet that rules beauty is so spot on โ๏ธ
Nina also having a conjunction of the planets that rule intellect & thinking patterns and the planet that rules love, beauty & money. โ๏ธ
Both Nina and Steve having Pluto in retrograde which is usually seen as a indicator of anarchism or rebellion hehehehe suddenly the comparison between Nina blowing up the movie set and Steve blowing up the Zaibatsu lab comes to mind โ๏ธ
Steve just having so many earth sign placements in general. I've always gotten big earth sign vibes from him, to the point when I found out his supposed canon birthday is April 16th I was just ????????
Steve's a water void but it's fine he's got lots of mutable virgo placements to make up for it it's fine it's fine I hope it's fine- sir stop rationalizing your emotions and actually feel them okay thank you please don't turn into your mum thank you
Also interesting that the Moon represents the mother in astrology and Nina and Steve share a moon phase. I just think it's neat. c:
Nina having Saturn in Cancer didn't make sense to me at all until I realized 1) it's in retrograde, and 2) again she used to be nicer. โ Saturn retrograde in Cancer natal usually indicates a person who feels responsible for their family, so much so to the point they usually treat their family more like a duty than an actual family. Uh ahem *points at headcanon that Nina was trained to protect their family from harm alongside Richard growing up* , *points at headcanon Nina took on legal guardianship of Anna pre T1*
Nina vertex in Pisces. And I quote "You are expected to develop selflessness and cultivate emotional or psychological insights rather than the practical, material insights that come more naturally to you. People want you to develop compassion and the ability to listen to people who may be hurting inside and simply need to know that someone cares. You may decide to serve in areas of confinement, institutions, or places where work must be done quietly behind the scenes."
Talking astrology again because I finally did Kuniโs chart hi ๐๐๐๐
Honestly not too surprised! I knew she had hella Virgo vibes and I knew she had a strong Aquarius placement somewhere and low and behold the Queen has a Virgo stellium and is an Aquarius moon.๐
The only thing that surprises me is the amount of Libra?? This actually really helps me understand her character a lot more for writing.
Now to just figure out what her Ascendant might beย ๐ค
from the birthday youโve selected for Nina, the most compatible person for her would have : leo sun, virgo moon & virgo venus. Bonus if nina has capricorn in mars as virgo venus are compatible af with that too.
While weโre down the rabbit hole, remember how I said awhile back that there was so much in Ninaโs chart that I wanted to talk about, but was worried bc it would be so long?