Aries Ascendant

To fully understand Aries Ascendant people, one needs to look deep into the Zodiac sign of Aries. Aries is ruled by Mars , known as Ares in Greek mythology - the greatest god of war. Ares was a violent god who loved bloodshed and conquered what needed conquering. He was passionately loved by Aphrodite (Venus), the goddess of love, with whom he had an affair. Aries energy is exceptionally masculine, with high levels of testosterone in the air - Aries likes to be "the man" in charge of any situation. He does not appreciate being told what to do or imprisoned in any way physically, mentally, or emotionally.

Aries Ascendant Motto and Looks

Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac - he is the baby of the Zodiac. His motto , as he is a masculine sign, is "Me, me, me! " It is all about himself. Aries is a masculine Cardinal Fire sign. This means he is an initiator who likes starting projects, being in charge, and making things happen. Aries Ascendant also indicates breaking away and apart from things, hence his fierce need for independence . He can also, surprisingly, be very emotional at times.

Since Ascendants indicate how others see people, Aries Ascendants will always come across as fiery, independent, and competitive. They will often have tan skin and long hair (with hints of red in it) with bounds of energy to them. They like wearing the colors of fire - reds, oranges, yellows, blues, and purples. Getting noticed is important to them, and they crave attention. They give off a lot of raw, animalistic energy that is very appealing to those attracted to them. Their desires must be met, and for this, they can come across as narcissistic at times.

Aries Ascendant Qualities - The Good

Aries Ascendant people know who they are at an instinctual level, eliminating the personal need to practice indecision and long decision-making - when they know, they know. The new and uncharted is particularly appealing to them. They embody a great thirst for discovery and adventure  and are not easily scared of change.  They can influence other people with confidence and spontaneity and help ignite passion in them. As long as they leave competition out the door, they can be perfect business partners or positive allies in joint ventures . However, they are naturally competitive at all times, wanting to be the best. 

People who have an Aries Ascendant, or Aries Rising, are instinctually wired to care about and be involved in social issues and justice. A true friend and confidant, they gather the necessary fuel to feel positive by chasing the newness of life, communicating about opportunistic outcomes, passing around fresh ideas, and participating in extroverted activities. You always get honesty from them , as they don't beat around the bush and call out things for what they are.

Aries Ascendant Qualities - The Bad

Aries AC people can appear cruel, insensitive, and sometimes downright selfish . There is a fundamental need to put the self first for survival at an instinctual level. However, it doesn't last long once they realize someone else may have more needs than they do. However, once their survival has been threatened, anger and confrontation are bound to ensue. Not everyone can cope with their open tone, which can sometimes be exceedingly hurtful. Their limitless energy can also express aggressiveness and distrust if they see themselves and their goals endangered. They can lose their temper easily; however, once they unleash their fury, they let things go and don't usually hold a grudge.  

Aries Descendant - Libra

The Descendant  of the Aries Ascendant is their opposite on the Zodiac Wheel - Libra . Aries Ascendant people will pay attention to the needs of others, giving when they see there is a severe need. The Libra scales are the polarity point of Aries, and when things get off balance, its energy comes to offer harmony, where there might be disproportion, or peace, where there is constant anger.

The mythology behind this beautiful AC/DC pairing is that Aries is ruled by Mars or the war god Ares and Venus or Aphrodite, the goddess of love, rules Libra. They are two opposites that need one another , for the only answer to war is love, and sometimes, the only answer to complete social injustice is war. 

Aries rules the first house of "me and I," and Libra rules the 7th house of others, romance, relationships, and marriage.

Aries Ascendant Positive Traits

Aries Ascendants are energetic, passionate, optimistic, bold, fearless, stable, generous, spirited, idealistic, assertive, courageous, full of zest for action, lust for life and adventure, and  they go to war for what they believe in .

Aries Ascendant Negative Traits

They tend to be angry, defiant, resentful, overly impulsive, quarrelsome, destructive, headstrong, pushy, aggressive, risk-taking without too much thought, competitive, exceptionally selfish , narcissistic at times, and  reckless .

Famous Aries Ascendants  
The very famous singer and billionaire businesswoman Rihanna is an Aries Rising, as well as supermodel Kendall Jenner, rapper Cardi B, Latina singer Shakira, and glamour queen and actress Joan Collins.