Aries Ascendant natives are restless types who seek constant excitement and adventure. The men usually have a strong athletic build, while the women tend to have average height, an energetic nature, and a toned complexion.
Mars is the sign lord. It has a fiery nature that signifies sexuality, desire, drive, and energy. It rules Aries and Scorpio signs. Mrigashira, Chitra, and Dhanistha nakshatra (constellations) rule Aries. Planet Mars is exalted in Capricorn and debilitated in Cancer. Mars has a cordial relationship with the Sun, Moon, and Jupiter. It is hostile to Mercury and Ketu and has a neutral relationship with Venus and Saturn. Aries is a variable sign. Hence, natives with this Ascendant are restless souls.
Aries Ascendant: Characteristics
Physical features
Aries men have a strong athletic body with a prominent chin. They are likely to have a toned body due to their outdoor activities and may resemble a fighter, as their ruling planet Mars is the lord of war.
Aries ascendant women have medium/average height, curly hair, arched eyebrows and a toned complexion. They are very energetic.
Character and Personality
Aggressiveness
You have an assertive and, at times, aggressive personality. You tend to be bold and self-confident. You are strong-willed and have good leadership abilities and determination. Your reactions toward a situation depend on how Mars is placed in your horoscope.
Courage
You have a strong fighting spirit, the energy to confront tough situations and you are not likely to chicken out if things go south.
Leadership
You possess the talent and ability to lead people. Your strong will and strategizing will help you achieve success at work. Though you defend your team in adverse situations, you can also be domineering and overprotective.
Optimism
You are very optimistic, even if you are facing tough situations. But you can also be arrogant and selfish, at times, which you should avoid.
Possessiveness
You can be possessive and dominant in love. You love your partner intensely and want your partner to do the same. Aries natives can act clingy due to this possessive nature.
Ambitious
You are very ambitious. You focus on your goals and make determined efforts to achieve them. But you can also be hasty and impulsive.
Revengeful
You find it hard to forgive those who hurt you or your loved ones. You will pay them back in their own coin. But you will accept their genuine apologies.
Adventurous
You are very active, full of energy, and constantly seek new adventures.
Love Life
Aries ascendant natives are passionate and intense in love. They will try to please their partner. Their relationship will depend on the placement of Venus in their horoscope, as Venus is neutral toward their ruling planet, Mars. On the whole, they tend to have an intense physical relationship with their partner.
Compatibility in Relationships
You are direct in your approach and rather domineering. Ideal partners include natives with Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, or Aquarius Ascendant.
Career
Saturn rules the 10th house of career. Mars is exalted in Capricorn, so if Mars is strong and favorable in the 10th house, you will have success in politics, the army, or the police force. Teaching and creative fields like dance, acting, singing, and writing may also suit you.
Health
You may enjoy good health and remain energetic and active throughout your life. You will recover quickly from illness. You tend to suffer from problems like indigestion, acidity, and bloating. Follow good dietary habits to prevent them.
Psychological Characteristics
Ability to lead
You are good at initiating action and leading others. You have good self-control. You excel in making plans and strategies and executing them to achieve success.
Confidence and energy
Martian energy and the strong placement of Mars with the Sun in the birth chart can bestow on you confidence and energy. You tend to be protective toward others, which conveys the impression of a strong person. You are a fighter who never backs down.
Unpredictable
You are very unpredictable due to your impulsive nature. In love, you tend to blow hot and cold. You will pursue someone with ardor but will ignore them completely if they do not reciprocate or your ego is hurt.
Influence of Planets in Aries Ascendant
Mars: Mars in Aries Ascendant gives you a distinctive personality if it is in your house of self. You are very competitive, and this will make you a driven person. You will take risks and convince others to help you achieve your goals or maintain relationships. But it can give you an impulsive nature and vacillating mind when Mars rules the house of obstacles. You will overcome your problems with determination.
Venus: Venus in this position gives you a desire for materialistic comforts while boosting your happiness in personal relationships. However, it can cause you to speak harshly due to your impulsive nature. Venus can bestow immense wealth, a luxurious life, and a loving spouse, but you may have an impulsive approach towards love. Your relationship may run into challenges related to compatibility. There will be strong passion, but it can also trigger disputes with near and dear over family assets.
Mercury: Mercury here is associated with your communication and thought process. It gives you a quick-witted nature and a firm and assertive way of expressing your feelings. Also, you can adopt a loud tone, at times, when expressing your opinions. This can hurt others. You will outsmart your rivals with your intelligence and quick decisions and actions.
Moon: The Moon in this position will make you very impulsive. It will make you restless and give you a vacillating mind. You may have arguments with your loved ones, especially with your mother. Your decisions/actions are based on your emotions and impulsive instincts. However, the Moon may also bestow domestic bliss and contentment.
Sun: The Sun here is like a savior as it’s exalted and very beneficial for you. Its strong position in the horoscope will boost your identity, bestow confidence in expressing your ideas, and give you the vigor and determination to lead others. You will be strong in your dealings and protective/dominating in your personal relationships. Sun’s period in Aries ascendant may be the best time for you to witness progress and growth.
Jupiter: Jupiter governs fortune and expansion, so it will bring many opportunities for growth here. It will push you to take risks. A rigid attitude in conflicts may mar your relationships. Jupiter in Aries ascendant brings good fortune. You may be able to overcome minor problems and will not lose hope even in tough situations.
Saturn: Saturn signifies discipline, organization, and responsibility. However, Saturn is debilitated in Aries Ascendant. So you will be less organized at work, or you may face some challenges related to workplace discipline and balance in relationships. You want to be independent, but there will be challenges in your personal and professional life due to your assertiveness, demanding nature, and over-expectations.