Scorpio Characteristics:

 
Symbol: The Scorpion
Element: Water
Group: Intellectual
Polarity: Negative
Favorable Colors: Dark Reds, black
Chinese Counterpart: Pig
 
Ruling Planet: Pluto, Mars
Cross/Quality: Fixed
House Ruled: Eight
Opposite Sign: Taurus
Lucky Gem: Opal
Period: Oct 23 - Nov 21
 
Scorpio Personality:
 
Beneath a controlled, cool exterior beats the heart of the deeply
intense Scorpio. Passionate, penetrating, and determined, this 

sign will probe until they reach the truth. The Scorpio may not 

speak volumes or show emotions readily, yet rest assured there's an enormous amount of activity happening beneath the surface. 

Excellent leaders, Scorpions are always aware. When it comes to 

resourcefulness, this sign comes out ahead.
 
 
Scorpio Key Words:
 
Strengths:
Passionate, stubborn, resourceful, brave, a true friend.

Weaknesses:
Jealous, distrusting, secretive, violent, caustic.

Charismatic marks:
An intense look in the eyes, muscular.

Likes:
Truth, facts, being right, teasing, longtime friends, a grand 

passion, a worthy adversary.

Dislikes:
Dishonesty, passive people, revealing secrets. 

Best environment:

Dark, sensuous places, any situation that offers power or rouses strong feelings.