The 12 zodiac signs give character and personality to each of the planets (actors). The zodiac signs are determined by viewing the backdrop of stars behind each planet. The backdrop of the stars is divided into 12 segments, each segment corresponding to a zodiac sign. As an example, the Moon 
in Aries 
indicates that the portion of the background stars behind the Moon is located in the segment of the sky representing Aries. Below is a description of the characteristics associated with each zodiac sign. Note that the glyphs are included here as well.
Aries provides characteristics to a planet that are akin to a pathfinder and a warrior. As such, there is a tendency of the affected planet to be independent, quick to act, fiercely protective, and energetic in approach. In earlier stages of development, this can show up as moving forward without taking the time to create acceptance with others, being aggressive, displaying impatience, overwhelming others with energy that feels too forceful, and being a loner because it feels easier that way. Well developed Aries characteristics show up as assertive, inspiring, energizing to others, fast paced, encouraging, and understanding of other people who are not as quick to act.
Taurus brings characteristics to a planet that desires comfort, predictability, possessions and peace. There is a tendency to deliberate carefully on any changes, and once a decision is made, it can be counted upon even if conditions change. In the early stages of development, the Taurus character wants to gather earthy possessions (things and people) and cling to and indulge in them even when it does not serve its purpose. In a well developed character, there is a focus on inner peace, love, comfort, and predictability.
Gemini characteristics offers the desire to explore quickly and voraciously with the mind and with communication. There is an attempt to learn everything about everything and be a distributor of this knowledge. In the early stages of this character development, the tendency exists to have so many pursuits that it becomes difficult, if not impossible to follow through on all the commitments which are made. There is also a tendency to collect a lot of information and communicate to others without filtering. A well developed Gemini character is an expert at prioritizing the collection and communication of information and learning to say no to oneself and others in a graceful way.
Cancer characteristics add emotion and feeling to the affected planet. This sensitivity is felt from a young age often resulting in feelings which are confusing, unresolved, or misinterpreted. In the early stages of this character development, the sensitivity to feelings, especially those feelings that are painful, sometimes become overwhelming. The frequent response is to attempt to bury those feelings. These suppressed feelings often show up later in ways that are not helpful. In a well developed character, the actor/planet is able to open up to this gift of feelings and emotions and explore what is there to learn and use as a guide. In addition, the development of these powerful instincts serves as a guide in decision-making which is well served when it comes from both the head and the heart.
Leo characteristics offer a strong sense of self that desires to shine out with others in order to be creative and have fun. In the less mature stages of development, the Leo characteristic shows up to others as being self serving and wanting to be the center of attention. In the well developed Leo character, there is a sense of the person being warm, magnanimous, fun, creative, and the catalyst for getting people off their seat and joining in the fun and adventure.
Virgo brings an energy that is discriminating, attentive to details, desiring of improvement of oneself and of others, and wanting to help others. The growth in the Virgo character is a shift from perfection to excellence. In the less mature stages, there is a quest for perfection which is focused on fixing all that has flaws – which leads to being too critical and dissatisfied. In the mature stages, there is a quest for excellence which is focused on improving the strengths and gifts of oneself and others.
Libra brings characteristics that reach out to others in order to create harmony, balance, beauty and connectedness. In the early stages of development, there is a tendency to focus so much on creating balance outside oneself, that the person’s own needs are not voiced out and met. This can show up as an imbalance in relationship with others. In a well developed Libra character, there is a very good balance between preserving relationships, getting what one wants, and retaining one’s self respect.
Scorpio adds a characteristic that wants to dig way beneath the surface to get to the bottom of things, even if it involves exploring taboo areas and uncomfortable situations. This deep exploration is what is necessary for true transformation to take place. In the early stages of development, this can show up as dragging others into these deep places when they either don’t want to go there or aren’t ready to go there yet. A well developed Scorpio will go deep into life with a set of healthy boundaries for oneself, a respect for the boundaries of others, and a magnetism that attracts others to explore with them to these profound areas.
Sagittarius adds a characteristic that wants to look down upon the forest instead of running through the trees. The energy is to look at the big picture, to answer the big questions, to go on wide ranging quests either physically, mentally or spiritually in order to explore the unknown. In the early stages of development, this will show up as someone who has their head in the clouds and does not seem to have a desire to be practical or to be sensitive to the feelings of others. In the well developed Sagittarius character, there is a free flow from big ideas to practical down to earth actions done in a way that is inspiring.
Capricorn adds a characteristic that is ambitious and wants to get results. The key to getting these results lies within the person’s approach toward control. In the less mature stages of development, there is a tendency to over-control and micromanage. In the mature stages, the approach to control turns more to an art form where the approach is to be clear about the current state, the desired end result and the minimum set of boundaries – and then give others the freedom to get the job done while having maximum flexibility.
Aquarius adds characteristics that wants to be liberated in order to be who they really are and to do what they really want to do. For most people, this liberation opens themselves up to pursuing endeavors that advance themselves and the world to a better place. In the age we are living in, the pursuit of solutions through technology and science often shows up in their actions. In addition, the pursuit to better the lives of other people often is evident. In the early stages of the Aquarius character development, the person will surprise and confound other people through what appears as erratic behavior, rebelliousness and sudden and unexpected changes. In the well developed character, the person prepares others for their desired changes and asks for support in their intentions.
Pisces adds characteristics that advance the notion of who we really are. This is an ultimate recognition that we are not our body, nor are we our mind, nor are we our emotions. We are ultimately a manifestation of our spirit, and our spirit is part of a oneness. Practically this often shows up as compassion, dreaminess, transcendence of the material world at times, and a recognition that when we help others we are also helping ourselves and the collective. In the early stages of this character development, the person has a disproportionate balance of time exploring this dreamy arena and does not focus enough on keeping one foot in this material world in order to get practical things accomplished. The well developed character will find the right balance between navigating the world as it currently is and the idealistic world they imagine.
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