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What Is My Chart Ruler in Astrology? How to Find Your Chart Ruler & What It Means Download Article Co-authored by Kyle Thomas and Aly Rusciano
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This article was co-authored by Kyle Thomas and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Kyle Thomas is a globally recognized pop culture astrologer based in Los Angeles, California. He is the official Resident Astrologer for PEOPLE Magazine. With over a decade of professional experience, he works as a professional astrologer, celebrity life coach, and author. He is known for his cosmic guidance for celebrities, business executives, and prominent influencers. His work harnesses the power of the stars in regards to entertainment lifestyle and trends affecting people worldwide. He has been featured on Access Hollywood, E! Entertainment, NBC, ABC, and CBS television, Good Morning America, TMZ, the TODAY show, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, the New York Post, Page Six, Hulu, Seventeen Magazine, Bustle, Elite Daily, the Daily Mail, Marie Claire, VICE, Newsweek, the Economic Times, and more. Currently, he is the official astrologer for @Horoscopes + @Horo.ScopesDaily. Kyle received two Bachelor of Arts for Psychology and English from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and integrates these degrees into his growing research in psychology, personality, and the human condition. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 78,838 times.
In astrology, your chart ruler is the planet that rules over your rising sign. Also known as the ascendant, your rising sign is the zodiac sign that rose over the eastern horizon when you were born.[1]X Expert Source Kyle ThomasAstrologerExpert Interview The ascendant represents how others see you or the mask you wear in public. So, how do you find your chart ruler and use this information to your advantage? Keep reading to find out!
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Astrologer Kyle Thomas says your chart ruler is the planet that rules your first house. To find your chart ruler, generate a birth chart using your time and city of birth. Find your rising sign and look up the ruling planet for that sign. Don't know your exact time of birth? Use the planet that rules your sun sign.
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1 Find out what time you were born and the city of your birth.[2]X Expert Source Kyle ThomasAstrologerExpert Interview You may not know off the top of your head, but this is essential information for your birth chart. Ask your parents for details or look at your birth certificate to confirm the exact time and place where you were born.[3]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview
2 Plug your information into an online astrology birth chart calculator. There are hundreds if not thousands of astrology calculators you can choose from.[4]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview Simply search “astrology birth chart calculator,” click a link, put in your information, and presto! You have your very own birth chart. Advertisement
3 Locate your rising sign. The rising sign or ascendant is on the left side of your birth chart or zodiac wheel, labeled with “AC.” The zodiac sign that is in this section is your rising sign.[5]XResearch source
4 Determine the ruling planet of your rising sign. Each zodiac has a natural ruler that governs its characteristics. The ruling planet of your rising sign is your chart ruler. Follow this guide to learn what your chart ruler is:[6]X Expert Source Kyle ThomasAstrologerExpert Interview
Aries: Mars
Taurus: Venus
Gemini: Mercury
Cancer: Moon
Leo: Sun
Virgo: Mercury
Libra: Venus
Scorpio: Pluto
Sagittarius: Jupiter
Capricorn: Saturn
Aquarius: Uranus
Pisces: Neptune
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1 Mars: Aries Rising.[7]X Expert Source Kyle ThomasAstrologerExpert Interview You’re a ball of unstoppable energy. Nothing is too far for you to achieve, especially when you know you’ll have an audience. You’re always looking for new opportunities, and aren’t afraid to take charge.[8]XResearch source
Represents: Action
Planet symbol: ♂
Zodiac symbol: ♈
2 Venus: Taurus Rising and Libra Rising.[9]X Expert Source Kyle ThomasAstrologerExpert Interview You gravitate toward pleasing aesthetics and the arts. Beauty is no hidden thing for you as you’ll go out of your way to obtain it. You also value balance and are extremely loyal, which can help you in your desire to find partnership.
Represents: Beauty
Planet symbol: ♀[10]XResearch source
Zodiac symbols: ♉ and ♎
3 Mercury: Virgo Rising and Gemini Rising. You’re reasonable and friendly. You value other people’s opinions and are not afraid to express your own, especially in intellectual conversation.[11]X Expert Source Angel EyedealismAstrologer & Performance ArtistExpert Interview Friendship means the world to you, and you love getting to know new people.
Represents: Communication
Planet symbol: ☿
Zodiac symbols: ♍ and ♊
4 Moon: Cancer Rising. Your sympathetic nature draws you to protect others. Loyalty is at the top of your list, and you’ll stop at nothing when it comes to keeping your friends from harm. But your protective nature comes with mood swings, just as the Moon comes with phases.
Represents: Emotions
Planet symbol: ☾
Zodiac symbol: ♋
5 Sun: Leo Rising. You like to be on center stage. Rather than shrinking away from attention, you gravitate towards it. You’re a ball of ambitious light who takes pride in everything. Confidence has never been a problem for you.
Represents: Self
Planet symbol: ☉
Zodiac symbol: ♌
6 Jupiter: Sagittarius Rising. You’re always looking for the next adventure. Knowledge is power, and you love learning everything you possibly can. You think deeply and jump at the first chance to do something new. Your positive energy is contagious.
Represents: Expansion
Planet symbol: ♃
Zodiac symbol: ♐
7 Saturn: Capricorn Rising. You’re a strict rule follower. The last thing you want to do is cause a scene or make a mistake. You do everything by the book and may work best with a team.
Represents: Structure
Planet symbol: ♄
Zodiac symbol: ♑
8 Uranus: Aquarius Rising. You have more on your mind than what others may think. You’re wise, curious, and a natural-born leader. Taking charge is no small task for you, and you believe anything is possible as long as you set your mind to it.
Represents: Revolution
Planet symbol: ⛢
Zodiac symbol: ♒
9 Neptune: Pisces Rising. You’re extremely empathetic. You feel things on a deeply spiritual and emotional level. Your open mind makes you naturally artistic, and you may find solace in creatively expressing yourself and others.
Represents: Spirituality
Planet symbol: ♆
Zodiac symbol: ♓
10 Pluto: Scorpio Rising. You’ve most likely never been afraid of the dark. You have a natural intensity about you, but you’re secretly lovable. Peace doesn’t come easily for you as you’re in a constant state of existential crisis. You’re constantly evolving as you uncover more about yourself.
Represents: Transformation
Planet symbol: ♇
Zodiac symbol: ♏
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Question What is an ephemeris? Angel Eyedealism Astrologer & Performance Artist Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings. Angel Eyedealism Astrologer & Performance Artist Expert Answer An ephemeris is a list of all the planetary placements. You can use it to find your zodiac sign. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 2 Helpful 0
Question What are the things you need to know to find a planetary placement? Angel Eyedealism Astrologer & Performance Artist Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings. Angel Eyedealism Astrologer & Performance Artist Expert Answer You need to know the time, date, and place of your birth to find a planetary placement. For example, to find your sun sign, your rising sign, or your moon sign. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
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Co-authored by: Kyle Thomas Astrologer This article was co-authored by Kyle Thomas and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Kyle Thomas is a globally recognized pop culture astrologer based in Los Angeles, California. He is the official Resident Astrologer for PEOPLE Magazine. With over a decade of professional experience, he works as a professional astrologer, celebrity life coach, and author. He is known for his cosmic guidance for celebrities, business executives, and prominent influencers. His work harnesses the power of the stars in regards to entertainment lifestyle and trends affecting people worldwide. He has been featured on Access Hollywood, E! Entertainment, NBC, ABC, and CBS television, Good Morning America, TMZ, the TODAY show, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, the New York Post, Page Six, Hulu, Seventeen Magazine, Bustle, Elite Daily, the Daily Mail, Marie Claire, VICE, Newsweek, the Economic Times, and more. Currently, he is the official astrologer for @Horoscopes + @Horo.ScopesDaily. Kyle received two Bachelor of Arts for Psychology and English from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and integrates these degrees into his growing research in psychology, personality, and the human condition. This article has been viewed 78,838 times. 5 votes - 60% Co-authors: 7Updated: May 2, 2025 Views: 78,838 Categories: Astrology
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1 Find out what time you were born and the city of your birth.[2] You may not know off the top of your head, but this is essential information for your birth chart. Ask your parents for details or look at your birth certificate to confirm the exact time and place where you were born.[3] 
2 Plug your information into an online astrology birth chart calculator. There are hundreds if not thousands of astrology calculators you can choose from.[4] Simply search “astrology birth chart calculator,” click a link, put in your information, and presto! You have your very own birth chart. Advertisement 
3 Locate your rising sign. The rising sign or ascendant is on the left side of your birth chart or zodiac wheel, labeled with “AC.” The zodiac sign that is in this section is your rising sign.[5] 
4 Determine the ruling planet of your rising sign. Each zodiac has a natural ruler that governs its characteristics. The ruling planet of your rising sign is your chart ruler. Follow this guide to learn what your chart ruler is:[6] 
1 Mars: Aries Rising.[7] You’re a ball of unstoppable energy. Nothing is too far for you to achieve, especially when you know you’ll have an audience. You’re always looking for new opportunities, and aren’t afraid to take charge.[8] 
2 Venus: Taurus Rising and Libra Rising.[9] You gravitate toward pleasing aesthetics and the arts. Beauty is no hidden thing for you as you’ll go out of your way to obtain it. You also value balance and are extremely loyal, which can help you in your desire to find partnership. 
3 Mercury: Virgo Rising and Gemini Rising. You’re reasonable and friendly. You value other people’s opinions and are not afraid to express your own, especially in intellectual conversation.[11] Friendship means the world to you, and you love getting to know new people. 
4 Moon: Cancer Rising. Your sympathetic nature draws you to protect others. Loyalty is at the top of your list, and you’ll stop at nothing when it comes to keeping your friends from harm. But your protective nature comes with mood swings, just as the Moon comes with phases. 
5 Sun: Leo Rising. You like to be on center stage. Rather than shrinking away from attention, you gravitate towards it. You’re a ball of ambitious light who takes pride in everything. Confidence has never been a problem for you. 
6 Jupiter: Sagittarius Rising. You’re always looking for the next adventure. Knowledge is power, and you love learning everything you possibly can. You think deeply and jump at the first chance to do something new. Your positive energy is contagious. 
7 Saturn: Capricorn Rising. You’re a strict rule follower. The last thing you want to do is cause a scene or make a mistake. You do everything by the book and may work best with a team. 
8 Uranus: Aquarius Rising. You have more on your mind than what others may think. You’re wise, curious, and a natural-born leader. Taking charge is no small task for you, and you believe anything is possible as long as you set your mind to it. 
9 Neptune: Pisces Rising. You’re extremely empathetic. You feel things on a deeply spiritual and emotional level. Your open mind makes you naturally artistic, and you may find solace in creatively expressing yourself and others. 
10 Pluto: Scorpio Rising. You’ve most likely never been afraid of the dark. You have a natural intensity about you, but you’re secretly lovable. Peace doesn’t come easily for you as you’re in a constant state of existential crisis. You’re constantly evolving as you uncover more about yourself. 
Angel Eyedealism Astrologer & Performance Artist Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings.