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Which horror villain are you based on your zodiac sign?

Written by Michaela Camlin — Illustrations by Elsa Haddock

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Ah, the eccentric, self-reliant, clever and optimistic sign. The lovely Aquarius is best associated with Jigsaw from “Saw.” This character is unique in the way that his torture traps are individually designed for each of his victim’s crimes and sins. Like the villain Jigsaw, Aquarians are one of a kind, as they are intense and creative beings who express themselves in distinct ways. So be kind to your fellow Aquarius friends, because they just might be scheming up their next crime — and it could involve you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Known for being sensitive, gracious, and emotionally aware, Pisces best align with the horror character Candyman in the film of the same name. Candyman is the ghost of an artist and the son of a slave, murdered in the late 19th century. Like this character, Pisces feel emotions very strongly and tend to hold grudges. Candyman is prone to dreams and fantasies and hides in the shadows before showing his real self, like a true Pisces. Pisces and Candyman tend to both wear their hearts on their sleeves. If you’re in love with a Pisces, beware: love does indeed bite.

Aries (March 21-April 19): Let’s give it up for the very ambitious, assertive, and at times irrational sign: Aries. Those born under this sign are most like Chucky from the movie “Child’s Play,” a hot-tempered doll who is very determined to kill his victims. He always manages to escape death by performing voodoo rituals that transfer his spirit into other dolls, deceiving people with innocent looks that hide the evil within. Aries seem to always get themselves out of trouble and skillfully manage to lure others in. If you are an Aries, you could say Chucky is your twin flame.

Taurus (April 20-May 20): Tauruses are hardworking, determined, down-to-earth, and loyal. This sign is best associated with the horror character Jason Vorhees from “Friday the 13th.” He listens to his mother, but then grows into a more independent character, lending to his inherent stubbornness and doing things the way he wants. If you have a Taurus in your life, you know that it is either their way or the highway. Jason is a villain who is acknowledged for making others feel his presence, and you can always feel the energy of a Taurus from miles and miles away.

Gemini (May 21-June 21): Impulsive? Indecisive? Witty? Yes, we all can guess who this is. The wonderful Gemini is also very adaptable and is known to change their personality quite a bit. This sign also likes to play mind games and is full of surprises, best resembling the Joker from DC Comics. Why so serious? The Joker is a criminal mastermind and psychopath who seeks revenge for all the wrong that has been done to him. Geminis never forget and will always seek retaliation. The Joker and Geminis share exceptional intelligence when it comes to mind games. They are never bored and interpret the world in a very intriguing way. Rest assured that you will always be on the edge of your seat with a Gemini in your life.

Cancer (June 22-July 22): Cancers can often be seen as sensitive, self-absorbed, nurturing and loyal. However, they can also be resentful. This sign is best associated with Leatherface from “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.” Leatherface is capable of kindness and is sympathetic toward children — likely because of how poorly he was treated throughout his childhood. Cancers and Leatherface may have a difficult time when it comes to confrontation in their relationships, but it’s safe to say they will hold a grudge against those who have wronged them and hunt them down until they get what belongs to them. Despite his bad actions, Leatherface is not evil — he’s only trying to protect his property by cutting people’s faces off and wearing them as a mask.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Leos are confident, creative, inspiring, dominant and powerful. The horror character with the biggest Leo energy is Ghostface from “Scream.” All Ghostface wants is to be seen and become famous, and he’s known for being charming and flirtatious with his victims, like — uhm, hello? — Leos. Leos and Ghostface both thrive being at the center of attention, and they’re willing to do anything to achieve that. So don’t mistake your Leo friend’s kindness for weakness. Instead, make sure to watch your back.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This sign is known to be very clever, loyal, creative, reliable and often successful. Can you guess who? Virgo. Be careful though: if you break a Virgo’s heart, they will forever feel that pain. The horror character that best associates with Virgos is Samara Morgan from “The Ring.” Samara turns into a monster because of the lack of love she received throughout her life. She also has many skills and is capable of anything she puts her mind to. Just like our perfectionist friend, Virgo.

Libra (Sept. 22-Oct. 23): Libras are very likable, irresistible and adventurous. They tend to complicate their relationships a bit. The horror character that best fits this sign is Hannibal Lecter from “Silence of the Lambs.” Hannibal takes control in a lot of situations because his personality can be incredibly charming in his own way — even despite his terrifying nature. Libras can work their way with people and capture anyone’s attention with their wit and charm.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpios are dominant, mysterious, and sometimes secretive and bitter. The horror character that presents the most Scorpio traits is Freddy Krueger from “The Nightmare on Elm Street.” Scorpios can be devious and manipulative. Freddy has the power to enter people’s dreams, which he uses to torment his victims when they are most vulnerable.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarius are bold and tend to stand out. They can be abrasive and manipulative, but also very funny. They can switch from warm to cold very quickly. Therefore, Sagittarius resemble Pennywise from “IT” the most. Pennywise torments its victims and frankly, that’s what a Sagittarius will do to get what they want. Pennywise is not your typical villain — his killing style consists of luring victims away from safety and psychologically tormenting them with illusions of what scares them the most. Sagittarius are known for trapping others in their mystical spells and will suck you in before you can pull away.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capricorns are very hardworking, driven, ambitious, and sometimes cold or dry individuals. Patrick Bateman in “American Psycho” is the perfect Capricorn because he is ambitious, ruthless, has high standards and is extremely hard to read. Bateman is determined to get anything he wants and will step over anyone in his way. Cough, cough — sorry Capricorns, but you can be American Psychos, too. Someone had to say it.

We are all pretty evil in our own ways. Be sure to refer to this article when forming new relationships… you could save yourself from a scary situation.