With Aries, a cardinal, fire sign ruled by Mars, we are experiencing a boost of energy helping us to take reality in stride. Through its pioneering, courageous, intense survival spirit, we are launched to fearlessly conquer the world. The element of fire represents divine inspiration and creativity. With the seven planets forming Aries stellium: Chiron, Mercury, Ceres, the Moon, the Sun, Eris, and Venus, the emphasis is on the experiential and instantaneous quality of Aries, encouraging us to be here now.