All About the Scorpio Rising Sign: From Personality Traits to Compatibility

Mar. 15, 2025

Horoscope Sign Scorpio.

Scorpio seasonis considered a time of intensity and transformation.

Scorpio placements are best known to be mysterious, deeply passionate and intense. Widely considered one of the most misunderstood signs in the zodiac, Scorpios are also one of the most intriguing and fiercely loyal of theWater signs.

Scorpio risings in particular tend to be secretive and set in their ways and will only go for what they want. They also have a natural ability to enchant others around them and use their powerful minds and aura to dominate in any situation.

We spoke with PEOPLE’s resident astrologerKyle Thomasto break down everything there is to know about Scorpio risings, including their personality traits and how they act with their friends.

Scorpio risings' personality traits and mindset

“Scorpio placements operate on the natural eight and second axis — which ties to power, resources, sensuality, and wealth,” Thomas adds. “These themes will be especially impactful for a Scorpio rising, considering it is their ascendant.”

Thomas also says that Scorpio risings have a “powerful magnetism, high libido and hunger to hit extremes in their relationships”. They are also often very secretive and do not like other people to be involved with their “hidden lives behind the scenes” — which they always have to some degree.

Scorpio risings as friends

“When it comes to friendship, Scorpio rising prioritizes individuals who are grounded, stable, and can help them build toward their goals,” Thomas explains. Similar to their own outlook on life, Scorpio risings also have an “all or nothing” approach in their friendships.

“When they are on your side, they will move heaven and Earth for you,” Thomas continued. “They hunger for reliable friendships who will be loyal and show up for them.“Scorpio risings will choose friends who add “very clear value to their life” and can “provide an analytical and insightful perspective.”

However, it’s important to note that Scorpio risings are not as forgiving as other signs in the zodiac, so it’s best not to cross them. “If they feel like they’ve been taken advantage of or are not on the same page, Scorpio Rising will cut their acquaintance out once and for all and will not go back,” Thomas adds.

Scorpio risings compatibility in love and relationships

When it comes to relationships, Thomas says that Scorpio risings will look for partners who are willing to journey through their intense and powerful emotions. Scorpio rising are attracted to creative, sensitive and imaginative when they are looking to date, but need someone who is nurturing and resourceful for long-term partners. Thomas adds that Scorpio risings are also attracted to hard-working and dependable people.

“In dating, passion, and romance, they pursue individuals who will let them take the lead, as they navigate the depths of sensitivity and emotions,” Thomas explains. “They secretly enjoy a bit of fantasy and a spiritual connection in all aspects of romance.”

When it comes to a serious, long-term relationship, Scorpio risings are attracted to people who are “earthy, sensual and grounded.”

Scorpio risings with money and their finances

In matters of money and finances, Scorpio risings are tremendously ambitious and passionate about their professional endeavors. Thomas says that at work, Scorpio risings “like to take the lead and be in the spotlight, which is why they seek to rise to powerful positions.”

Scorpio risings with their family and home

At home, Scorpio risings want a sense of order and prioritize communication, authority and emotions. Thomas says that “Scorpio risings seeks a strong rapport with all of their kindred — or will go from hot and cold until they are respected.”

While they may crave a strong sense of stability at home, they are open-minded about how to build their home and create traditions that work best for the whole family. Thomas says that this is “due to Aquarius falling on the fourth House cusp of home, family, and domesticity.”

“WhileAquariusis an innovative and open-minded zodiac sign, once it has set its mind on something and finds a tradition, it sticks — this is because it is aFixedAir sign.”

Celebrities who are Scorpio risings

Janet Jackson, Lana Del Rey and Nicole Kidman.Getty (3)

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Some celebrities who are Scorpio risings includeNicole Kidman,Janet Jackson,Lana Del ReyandPrince.

source: people.com