Aries
Mars in Aries is in the sign of its rulership and very powerful here. It confers energy, physical prowess and an extremely competitive, combative nature. Care needs to be taken to guard against head injuries. Mars in Aries people may get into fights, so need to learn to control the Arian temper.

Taurus
Mars in the Venus-ruled sign of Taurus is stabilized and appreciative to beauty, but stubborn. Mars here will stick with a project or relationship until the bitter end. There is too much energy for Taurean weight gain to be a real problem. It will all be muscle, as long as you keep using it!

Gemini
Mars in Gemini is restless and active with a scathing tongue when angered. But usually there is good humour and a quick wit. It is not wise to engage Mars in Gemini in a verbal battle of wits, because they always win. The energy is likely to be scattered over too many projects at once, so some things will remained unfinished.

Cancer
Mars in Cancer defends the home front, and is a strong protector of the weak. There is a tendency to temper tantrums, and they can be moody and resentful without giving a reason. The energy works best in long bursts, but there is usually no problem in finishing a project, particularly if it involves the home and family.

Leo
Mars in Leos make great leaders, especially for young people. There can be considerable sporting prowess, as they like to keep fit. Mars here likes to be the centre of attention so they also do well in the field of entertainment. The big generous Leo heart and the boundless Martian energy can make this combination a tireless worker for charity.

Virgo
Mars in Virgo confers mechanical ability and knowledge. These people can be usually found fixing things. This is a very hardworking placement for Mars and the Virgo perfectionism makes them good employees. They like to see a project through to completion and get a great deal of satisfaction from a job well done.

Libra
Mars in Libra can either make a great diplomat, or someone who just loves a good argument! This venus-ruled sign does not like to be an only, so there will be active energy put into finding a compatible partner. The energy works in bursts though, as Mars is often too much for Libra to cope with.

Scorpio
Mars is the ancient ruler of Scorpio, so it is very powerful here, bringing out Scorpio's more agressive qualities. Mars in Scorpio people can be stubborn and vengeful, and are quite prepared to wait until the time is right to seek revenge. There is great sexual energy here, and physical activity can be sustained for long periods of time.

Sagittarius
Mars in leggy Sagittarius has boundless energy, and enjoys a very active, sports-oriented lifestyle. Mars in Sagittarius people love to go adventuring around the globe, and find new extreme sports to try. They are fearless, but also lack any sensible caution at times. They make great walkers and hikers and are hard for slower signs to keep up with. The energy seems to have no limits.

Capricorn
Here the Martian energy is directed at personal goals and ambitions. Mars in Capricorn people make effective but very strict leaders. This is an ambitious placing that usually will not stop until it gets to the top. Obstacles will be pushed aside or climbed over. Mars in Capricorn people can be very cutting and sarcastic and subject to stress.

Aquarius
Those with Mars in Aquarius are likely to take up a cause and fight for it tooth and nail. They make excellent group leaders, rallying the believers to tackle injustice head on. Mars in Aquarius has a keen sense of fair play, and can be useful judges in sporting events. The energy is restless and usually propels out of any situation that becomes too boring in search of new excitement.

Pisces
Mars energy is weakened in the diffusing sign of Pisces, where it does better providing the impetus to start a project than the will to finish it. Mars in Pisces people dream of great things but often just stay at the dreaming stage. Mars can aid creative visualization here, and can be helpful when it is used to create art.