- Quatre: Year of the Ox -
Note: Now remember, Quatre is way too considerate to be human... so... Quatre's Zodiac, the Ox, is as follows: Personality: Basically, oxen are honest, straightforward, kindhearted people - often described as down to earth. Oxen have great reserves of strength to call upon and are very hard working. They are normally easy to get along with as they have no duplicity in them. Oxen do exactly what they say and mean what they say. Despite being respectable and conventional, oxen are very independant minded and are not easily swayed by the opinions of others. They cannot take advice very well and can be intolerant and scathing of those who disagree. Characteristics
Secret Ox:The image of the ox is that of a placid person. Mostly this is true. If, however, oxen are provoked or their patience stretched too far, they can act like bulls shown a red flag. This hot-tempered side of ox is well hidden but always present. Also, despite their homely images, oxen are actually very innovative and creative people. Element:Ox is linked to the ancient chinese element of water. Water is linked to the arts and expressiveness. In oxen, however, water is more likely to be stagnant and passively, rather than actively, expressed. Bear in mind, water can both be as nuturing as rain or as destructive as a hurricane. Best Associations Traditionally, the following are said to be associated with oxen:
The Male Ox If a man has a typical ox personality, he will generally display the behaviors listed below:
The Ox Child If a child has a typical ox personality, he or she will generally display the behaviors listed below:
Typical Ox Occupations (The only reason this is mentioned is because some of these would be funny occupations for Quatre, and also some of them would be true.)
Ox Preferences
Good Friends for Ox The listed friends show the compatibility of ox with other animals. There is no fixed ruling, however, because there are other influences on both the dog and any potential friend. These influences are: the inner companion in life, and the dominant element.(The listed friends for dog are all based on the other zodiacs of the pilots... don't ask if you don't know why. Also, the "+'s" are supposed to mean FRIEND, however, this book does not specify if the listed are just good friends or good friends...) Dog and Ox (1+4): Imaginative dog will no bt happy with staid ox. Dog is likely to criticize ox for lacking a sense of humor. If they can learn to respect each other, however, they can get along as both are loyal and faithful. Horse and Ox (2+4) This will be an unhappy match for the pair. The two will only annoy each other. Lively horse will not get any excitement from ox; ox cannot give the flattery that vain horse requires. Also, horse is too independent to accept ox's authoritarian habits for long. Rabbit and Ox (3+4): An ideal match, ox can provide rabbit with security and peace so that the two can live in harmony. Rabbit may find ox's straight talking nature hard to handle, and at times may be tempted to stray to assert independence. Dragon and Ox (5+4): Willful dragon is too much for most oxen to cope with. Any relationship between these two will not be long-lived. Ox enjoys daily routine; dragon is always trying to escape from it. If they can compromise, dragon may learn the value of taking time to reflect; ox could learn to appreciate the unusual. *This section is very shakey, as no one really knows how this stuff works as far as the pilots are concerned. Therefore, nothing is underlined to show association with the Ox sign and Quatre. Ox and Sex: Oxen are usually considerate to others but can be timid in matters of love. They are unlikely to innitiate lovemaking and find it hard to create a romantic atmosphere. Secretly, ox likes to be fused over and even bossed around. Ozen are never jealous of their partner but will be jealous of their "rights" - especially fidelity. Responsiblity and trust are more important to an ox than good sex. Lovers of oxen can feel taken for granted, as physically undemonstrative ox can be clumsy and tongue-tied when it comes to expressing emotions. A subtle approach to them may not work as oxen cannot read between the lines. Furthermore, they will definately be angered by outright criticism. The Ox Years and Their Elements The ox is a Yin water animal. Each of the ox years, however, is associated with an element which is said to have its own influence. These elements are wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. Quatre is a Water-Metal ox: Metal strengthens some of ox's qualities, so metal oxen are even more stubborn and hardworking. They are also incredibly self-sufficient and resourceful. Conversly, metal also makes the ox less objective and more intuitive, while ox's own strong character makes them the warmest of all metal people. Metal oxen are artistic and eloquent, and they have both logic and vision. this produces charismatic people who inspire others with their inevitable achievements. These oxen can be domineering, however, and are prone to taking themselves too seriously. |
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