Realms Zodiac Predictions by Iawen

King Alexander Cecil, a Taurus
(photo by Jesse Gifford)

A long time ago, the races of the Realms have looked into the stars and wondered, "What if?", never

realizing that in some places, in some planes, those very stars were looking right back at us,
wondering the same thing.  There's a lot the stars can tell us, if only we show a humble want for knowledge.

In recent years, a man visited the Realms who was not a man at all, but a fallen star who took on a human persona as Hesperus Star-keeper. As it is, a Star Person named Orion still walks with us from time to time. Both have names, both have houses, both have a purpose and a drive.

And, if you're willing to listen to the what the stars have to say, you might just find yours, too.


These are thoughts on how your Winter might be turning out.

House of:

Aries - And that's when you set everything on fire. No, not literally (although that could be a Thing); you'll be using your words, your touch, everything you do will be practically magic (even if you're a fighter or non-enchanted being!).  The Winter isn't ready for you, but you are more than prepared for it. You'll be the one people go to for an extra sword, dry socks, or fighter candy, and you will have all of that and more, because this time you're on the ball, and you intend to stay there all Winter through.

Taurus - Get down and dirty! SNOWBALL FIIIIIIGHT!  Run everywhere! DO ALL THE THINGS!  Run and run and run and run and FULL STEAM AHEAD!  Things will move too slow for you unless you make those pushes yourself!  Your pace and speed will have your friends either matching pace (which will be great for productivity!), and your not-so-much-friends lagging behind, wondering if you're alright. Flash: you are alright, you just handle the darkness differently than others, and that ain't bad.  Besides, the light's coming back, don'tcha know?

Virgo - Everything is quiet, and that's the way you like it. What's really irritating, however, is all the news and action and (in your mind) useless things nobody can change that will be dumped into your lap over the Winter. You'll even be asked, possibly forced to sit down before it happens.  Danger, Ranger! Grit your teeth and bear it.  And then don't forget to quietly put them on your list.  You know which one.

Sir Mestoph, A Gemini
(photo by Angela Gray)

Gemini - You're looking at the man in the mirror, and you'd ask him to change his ways, but frankly you just don't care enough to merit the same effort your mirror image would have to expend. In general, you'll be slightly more than 'meh' when it comes to feasts this Winter, but everything else has you looking out your window (if you're lucky to have one!) or door and shrugging your shoulders. Rather than going out to work, you'll feel like it's better to stay inside and improve your mind.  I know, doesn't happen very often, but then again, Winter only happens once within the four seasons.

Cancer - Getting on people's nerves again? It's cool, just keep your head down when you're actually out adventuring, and keep doing the back-pack thing if you can.  Make yourself useful. Be that actual tool that people want to use, not a Tool with a Capital T that people don't want to use, let alone even brush their hand on your shoulder to drag your dead body out of harm's way.  Speaking of which: look into some regeneration tactics. Now.

Aquarius - It's like somebody possessed your body and mind, and you couldn't do a damn thing right this Autumn. Winter doesn't look any better, what with all the whining and watery eyes and emotional investments that you worked so hard on folding in on themselves. Is nothing sacred anymore? No, probably not, if you're still an atheist. Wake up, Amphora, the gods DO exist and deal with us on a daily basis, whether you like it or not. In fact, it might be an eye-opener for you to get the skinny on them, so go find a Seance' potion or a friendly Seer, and just TALK.

Pisces - Worry and confused? So are all the others like you, and you can commiserate about it in the tavern, around the fires, at the bardic circle, over the feast tables, and anywhere else you can drink.  There's a lot of uncertainty here about where you fit and where you belong, and at times you really do feel like a fish out of water when it comes to navigating our Realms. Have no fear, however: if you can weather these storms ahead, your fresh Wellspring shall have peace and answers in abundance!

Leo - Me Me Me Me MEEEEEEEE! Not only will you be singing about your many accolades of the past ("I don't want to brag, but..."), there will be many followers and admirers of you who are willing to do so if your throat gets dry!  What will really quench your thirst for the spotlight this Winter, however, will be a personal challenge to thyself, and following through with it. It'll require some reading (I can hear the groaning already), and a few hours of labor at least, but in the end you'll once more have Another Thing To Be Proud Of, and can add another feather to your cap.

Libra - Those scales are there for a reason, and if you're not following Justari or Garm, then its time to get off your arse and start balancing out your adventuring life in general. Too much time on the Western Flank? Get thee to the front line, stat!  Too much fighting, not enough thinking? Winter's a great time to teach yourself that new skill of Rune Deciphering. That said, there's one skill you've been ignoring, and it's time you just admit to yourself that, while you wish you COULD do it, you just don't want to, and move on with your life (and also get your gold ready, because you'll just pay someone else to make it for you in a more timely manner).

Scorpio - Screw it.  Screw that.  Screw this. Screw them and the horse they rode in on. Screw that thing in particular, and I'm not talking about sex.  Your stinger is out and at the ready, looking for the first hint of a threat and ready to tangle with whatever dares to cross your path.  Beware, for many out there have Immunity to Poison, but they won't forget your initial strike.  You don't have anything to prove, so back up and calm down. Use your observational powers for awesome.

Sagittarius - The end goal is in sight, but don't feel like it's out of reach completely because of a few minor setbacks on the way.  Just because you have Repair Item, though, doesn't mean you can burn those bridges yet.  Keep going. Don't stop.

Capricorn - Why even bother? Because it's cold outside, and that can still be fun! Politics are the name of your game, whether you want them or not. People will freeze up beside you when you walk into a room or a conversation, but acknowledge it and insert yourself into the topic, anyway. Really, it's the only way to get heard, and once Winter is over, you'll be ready with the giant bowl of popcorn, and everyone will want to chat with you to get your opinion on the arguments coming to a head.