Want to date a Scorpio? Here’s what you need to know… (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk)

So, you want to date a Scorpio… or you’re already in a relationship with one, and are desperately trying to figure them out.

Don’t panic – astrology can help, with an ultimate guide to navigating life with this tricky star sign.

Scorpio is the eighth sign of the zodiac, a fixed sign (born in the middle of a season), a Water sign (ruled by the emotional element of water), and governed by Pluto (knowing, fearless, regenerative).

Scorpio’s astrological symbol is the scorpion. This reflects the fact that you do not, under any circumstances, want to get on their wrong side. This is the mad, bad and dangerous to know sign of the zodiac (and therefore we’re all drawn to them even more).

Scorpio is powerful, independent, courageous and strong. These people know their own mind, their own worth, and don’t back down or shapeshift to please anyone else. They are resolute and convinced of their own rightness. You can’t budge a Scorpio from their position.

Scorpios are drawn to the dark, dangerous and thrilling side of life. The more forbidden, out there, or downright illegal something is… the more a Scorpio is to be involved or fascinated with it. They are not immoral or unethical, they just want to experience everything. They would all have been members of the notorious 18th century ‘Hellfire Club’ whose motto was ‘do what thou wilt’.

Ready to get to know your Scorpio beau? Read on.

Scorpio personality traits

Scorpios are quietly confident, magnetic and charismatic, shrewd and knowing.

They usually have led colourful, full lives and have a wealth of life experience and wisdom to draw upon.

They don’t shout their stories from the rooftops though, they are the most private and secretive sign of the zodiac. They play their cards every close to their chest, although they love to analyse and dig for secrets about others. The laser beam of analysis only works on way though – never try and press a Scorpio for info.

Ruled by Pluto, they are wise, strong, into dark stuff, and have a great knack for reinventing themselves and rising from the flames like a phoenix after any defeat or setback. You can’t keep a Scorpio down for long.

Death, endings, destruction, loss… it doesn’t faze them as much as other signs, they know it’s just of life, and they’re here to experience everything.

Pluto, interestingly, also rules over the genitals (don’t ask) so Scorpios are very sexual people.

Scorpios can be vengeful, we may as well as admit this. They don’t take kindly to people taking advantage of them (because they are incredibly loyal and protective friends and partners) and they never forget a slight. Revenge is best served cold (or hot, they don’t mind). They enjoy watching the downfall of those who’ve wronged them.

Scorpio’s Achilles heel is perhaps their tendency to be so secretive. It can make them appear aloof, cold or disinterested, which is not the case. They need encouragement to open up and lighten up more.

Scorpios are very sexual beings (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk)

What do Scorpios like?

Sex, sex, sex, and more sex (can’t really emphasise that enough)Pushing boundariesJumping off cliffs and doing dangerous stuntsFacing fearsBeing thrilled and scaredTheme parksTravelCavesDarknessThe occultSerial killersSpiritualityWeird cultsLooking goodFinding out about other peopleLearning secretsEarning good moneyStatus symbolsSecurity and privacyFine diningDrinkingDid I mention sex?Dark coloursGoth aestheticsPower dynamics and playRevengeProtecting those they loveFighting for justiceBeing rightLiving by their rules, running their own life

Deal-breakers for a Scorpio

Any act of disloyalty (no matter how trivial) is likely to turn them all the way off. They will not tolerate lies or betrayals or any little disloyal jibes or sidings with others.

Make sure you know whose you’re on (theirs) and stay there. It’s safe under their wing.

Scorpio’s love language

Scorpios are very passionate, intensely passionate, and love sex. Their love language is therefore very physical. You might not get a lot of PDAs, but, behind closed doors, you will get their full attention.

They love role play, toys, games, fantasies, finding out your secret desires and making them come true. Fifty Shades was basically a guidebook to a relationship with a Scorpio.

Communication can be tricky due to their innate secrecy. You may have to work hard to earn their trust and prise their own life story and thoughts from them, don’t give up.

Scorpio’s compatible signs for love, sex, and romance

Other Water signs – so fellow Scorpios, as well as Cancer and Pisces are a good love match.

Scorpio’s opposite sign (the sign they’re magnetised by in love) is Taurus. This pair are total opposites in every way and therefore fascinated by each other. Both, however, are very sexual and into physical passion so that is definitely where they meet. Taurus is also resolute and strong enough to handle Scorpio and not get steamrollered by them.

What you can expect from a relationship with a Scorpio

You can expect a passionate relationship with plenty of sex, affection and chemistry to keep you thrilled and thrumming for many years!

You can also expect loyalty and unwavering devotion in the face of life’s challenges. A Scorpio is like a super hero, so they won’t just stand by you but they’ll fight for, and with, you too. They are a marvellous ally because they will do anything to win. You can expect devotion and respect.

You can expect to create your own private realm for just the two of you, they won’t tolerate outside interference or influences.

If you long for a highly intense partnership, Scorpio is the one for you.

Kerry King, the tarot queen, uses tarot and star sign wisdom to create inspiring forecasts and insights, with over 25 years fortune telling experience, and many happy clients all over the world. You can book a personal, written reading, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure, through Etsy or join her new Tarot Club and get weekly forecasts and more for £5 a month.

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