Aquarius (♒) is the eleventh astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation Aquarius.
The water carrier represented by the zodiacal constellation Aquarius is Ganymede, a beautiful Phrygian youth. Ganymede was the son of Tros, king of Troy.
While tending to his father's flocks, Ganymede was spotted by Jupiter. The king of gods became enamored of the boy and flew down to the mountain in the form of a large bird, whisking Ganymede away to the heavens. Ever since, the boy has served as cupbearer to the gods.
Under the tropical zodiac, the sun is in Aquarius typically between January 20 and February 18.
Zodiac symbol: Water-bearer
Duration (tropical, western): 19 January – 18 February (2016)
Constellation: Aquarius
Zodiac element: Air
Zodiac quality: Fixed
Sign ruler: Saturn (first) Uranus (second)
Strengths: Progressive, original, independent, humanitarian, witty, clever, inventive, friendly, loyal
Weaknesses: Runs from emotional expression, temperamental, uncompromising, aloof, stubborn, sarcastic (although personally I’d put this under strengths not weaknesses ahahah), rebellious, unpredictable
Aquarius likes: Fun with friends, helping others, fighting for causes, intellectual conversation, a good listener
Aquarius dislikes: Limitations, broken promises, being lonely, dull or boring situations, people who disagree with them
Element: Air
Quality: Fixed
Lucky Colors: Blue, Blue-green, Grey, Black
Lucky Days: Saturday, Sunday
Greatest Overall Compatibility: Gemini, Libra
Best for Marriage and Partnerships: Leo
Lucky Numbers: 4, 8, 13, 17, 22, 26
Lucky Stones: Amber, Amethyst, Angelite, Blue Obsidian, Boji Stone, Cryolite, Garnet, Lithium Quartz, Magnetite, Merlinite, Rainforest Jasper, Pearl, Aquamarine
Famous Aquarians: Michael Jordan, Harry Styles, Ellen DeGeneres, Justin Timberlake, Christiano Ronaldo, Ed Sheeran. Shakira, Bob Marley, Jennifer Aniston, Abraham Lincoln, Oprah, Billie Joe Armstrong, Booboo Stewart, Dr Dre, Alicia Keys.
As we've already done before, there will be a competition regarding the birthstones of this sign. There will be three possible entires, each depending on one birth stone and you will have to dress your avatar up as accurately as possible.
There will be one winner for each stone. The stones chosen are: Rainforest Jasper, Aquamarine and Lithium Quartz. All entries will be posted in →this← forum right here.
Good luck to you all!
Thank you Alana [Frisk] for this absolutely gorgeous layout! ♥