A closer look
Scorpio is unique in the zodiac system because it is the only sign represented by three distinct evolutionary symbols, the scorpion, the eagle, and the phoenix. Astrologers claim this tripartite system represents the spiritual evolution of the sign from a petty, stinging ground-dweller to a majestic, high-flying creature that has transcended its own toxic traits. In reality, it feels like the ancient creators of astrology just realized that associating an entire group of people solely with a venomous desert bug that hides under rocks was incredibly bad branding. Giving them a mythological firebird as an alternate mascot is a phenomenal public relations spin designed to make deeply vindictive people feel like their tendency to hold grudges for a decade is actually just a sign of their profound spiritual depth
