Aries and Scorpio Compatibility: Love, Sex, and More

Written by Angel Eyedealism | Edited by Dan Hickey

Last Updated: March 17, 2023 References

Aries and Scorpio are both ruled by Mars—they should have plenty in common, right? Well, nothing’s quite that straightforward between these two zodiac signs. They’re destined to enjoy a great sex life, but that might be it if they don’t learn to compromise emotionally. Fortunately, these passionate signs are able to build a solid relationship on common ground when they share a true love connection. Read on to learn more about how the Ram and the Scorpion fit together and what they can do to overcome their differences.

This article is based on an interview with our astrologer and performance artist, Angel Eyedealism. Check out the full interview here.

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Aries and Scorpio: Compatibility at a Glance

An Aries-Scorpio relationship is passionate and aggressive. Both signs are ruled by the planet Mars and they share many characteristics because of this—they’re both energetic, passionate, and have a tendency to get combative. When people with these sun signs are on the same page, there’s nothing they can’t do! However, Scorpio is co-ruled by dark and destructive Pluto and brings an emotional intensity to the partnership that can be off putting to the more buoyant, detached Aries.
- Sex between Aries and Scorpio is electric, but they’ll need to work at strengthening their trust and emotional connection to sustain a relationship.
- Finding a balance between Scorpio’s need for emotional depth and Aries’ love of personal freedom is necessary for both signs’ long term happiness together.

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Aries and Scorpio: Personality Traits

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Aries is a passionate and straightforward sign. They’re highly competitive and impulsive and are sometimes seen as selfish because of their ambition, confidence, and need to be number 1 in everything. They’re innovative, energetic, uncomplicated, and brave. They know exactly what they want and how to get it.^{[1]
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- Aries the Ram comes first in the zodiac and is a cardinal fire sign. They’re more likely to make the first move on Scorpio and are passionate and bold.
- Aries’ competitive nature and short temper often lead to intense fights, but their fiery episodes pass quickly.
- Aries can be surprisingly warm and affectionate when they feel understood or accepted by their partner. They strive to be the best partner you’ve ever had.
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Scorpios are intense, deep thinkers. They tend to be introverted and sensitive and spend time brooding on the darker parts of life. They’re unsatisfied with surface-level knowledge and constantly search for the deeper meaning of everything. They enjoy being in control of their circumstances and have earned the reputation for being manipulative or shady to gain control.^{[2]
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- Scorpio the Scorpion is the 8th sign in the zodiac. As a fixed water sign, they can be stuck in their ways and are highly emotional and sensitive.
- Scorpios are highly intelligent and determined people. When they’re feeling optimistic, they have a great ability to create and transform.
- It’s difficult for a Scorpio to commit to a relationship. When they do, they want to become the only person you’ll ever cherish.

Section 3 of 8:

Aries and Scorpio: Sexual Compatibility

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Sex between an Aries and a Scorpio is explosive. The aggression both of these Mars signs feel follows them into the bedroom in the best way. They’ll push each other to their limits and fight for dominance (Scorpio wants control and Aries wants to win). These signs can easily have great sex while they’re mad at each other or making up after a fight.
- These signs lack the tenderness and sensuality of Venus, but there is no shortage of pleasure when Aries and Scorpio collide.
- Scorpio probably has some fantasies most would call sick or twisted. Thankfully Aries is unlikely to be bothered and enjoys a new challenge.
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Aries and Scorpio have opposite emotional needs in bed. Aries are driven by the need for physical satisfaction and are straightforward about their attractions and desires. Scorpios need some emotional connection to fully enjoy sex and like using seduction and light manipulation to get what they want.
- Over time, the difference in emotional needs can build and cause a rift between these signs. If they can communicate and stay on the same page, their sex will stay explosive.

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Aries and Scorpio: Emotional Compatibility

Emotionally, Aries and Scorpio are near total opposites. Aries thinks Scorpio is too deep and challenging and can be overwhelmed by their need for closeness. Scorpio views Aries as hollow and can feel rejected or hurt when their emotional needs are swept aside.^{[3]
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- In general, Aries has no idea what’s going on with Scorpio, and Scorpio might find Aries’ lack of emotional depth a dealbreaker.
- Aries forgives and forgets very easily and quickly.^{[4]
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  Stina Garbis
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  Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} Scorpio will secretly hold onto grudges and resentments.
- The Mars influence in both signs causes them to put up an emotionless front. When this happens, there’s no one to be the warm glue that holds a relationship together.

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Aries and Scorpio: Communication Compatibility

These signs converse easily when they both find the topic interesting. Scorpio will enjoy seeing what gets Aries excited, and Aries will like the new and unusual ideas Scorpio comes up with. Both signs know how to express themselves quickly, so they run the risk of running out of things to talk about fast. They run into issues when Scorpio wants to deep dive into a subject. Aries will find this boring and a waste of time, while Scorpio views Aries’ intellect as shallow.
- Aries have a natural courage to tell their partner how they feel. They can not hold things back or keep things secret for very long.^{[5]
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- Things can get ugly when Aries and Scorpio get into an argument. They both have sharp tongues and can be immovable in their beliefs (even when they’re in the wrong).
- When an Aries is fighting, it means they fiercely love their partner but may need to find better ways to understand or express it.^{[6]
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  Stina Garbis
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  Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} It’s harder to decipher a Scorpio’s true feelings in an argument.

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Aries and Scorpio: Trust Compatibility

Trust doesn’t grow easily in an Aries-Scorpio match. Both signs can be jealous or possessive at times, which leads to intense debates. Scorpio can be tolerant of Aries’ need for freedom, but is also more demanding when it comes to attention and control (something Aries does not like at all). One small lie can wreck the fragile trust between these two.
- If either sign has doubts about whether they’re the best or only lover the other has ever had, there’s a good chance their relationship will be over.
- To salvage any trust, Scorpio needs to learn to loosen the reins, and Aries needs to get more comfortable with accountability.
- On the plus side, Aries are so direct that they can almost disarm Scorpio’s paranoia. If a Scorpio does get jealous (as they tend to do), an Aries will want no part of it.^{[7]
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- Aries should Look Scorpio straight in the eye (if they’ll meet their gaze), and be accountable, upfront, and solid. If Aries shows they’re very trustworthy, tense Scorpio will finally relax.^{[8]
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Aries and Scorpio: Values Compatibility

On a surface level, both signs share many values. Aries and Scorpio are both loyal once they commit to a partner and would never intentionally hurt one another for their own gains. They both like taking risks, which suits their dislike for monotony. Aries and Scorpio also both enjoy keeping their private lives private, and are fine with their relationship evolving behind closed doors.^{[9]
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- Both are brave, but in different ways. Aries consider bold and flashy action brave, while Scorpios find sinking into the dark abyss of the mind to be the ultimate feat.
- Aries are steadfast in their values while Scorpios can adapt better to suit their partner.
- Outside of sex, these signs don’t share many activities or interests. Their relationship would be stronger if they could find more things in common, like their love of travel or their taste for nice things.

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Aries and Scorpio: The Bottom Line

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Communication and compromise are vital to this relationship. Overall, Aries and Scorpio are a difficult match that takes lots of work to maintain. They represent the ultimate clash of fire and water—when the balance is off, one will destroy or bring out the worst in the other. When fire and water balance, though, the result is a pleasant steaminess—Scorpio can help ground Aries, and Aries can show Scorpio how to have fun.
- These two are most compatible in a sex-only relationship. The secrecy and excitement of flings and affairs turn both of them on, and their wild sex will keep them thinking about each other.^{[10]
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If they learn how not to judge each other, they can make a happy couple. Besides strong communication and compromise, both signs will need to get over the things they find difficult about each other. Scorpio will need to learn how to give Aries space and let go of grudges and hurt feelings. Aries will need to show more interest in Scorpio’s deep thoughts and learn to open up and respect the obsessive need for privacy and control that a Scorpio has.^{[11]
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Expert Interview. 8 December 2021.}
- If Aries and Scorpio can put their aggressive, competitive side away from time to time, they can enjoy a happy, if unconventional, relationship for a long time.