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If you were born between approx. 1983–1995, then you have Pluto in Scorpio in your birth chart. Here, I’ll explain what that meant for this generation.

For those who are familiar with astrology, you know that Pluto transits define an entire generation. It typically takes about 15–20 years for Pluto to move from one sign to the next. However, Pluto spent a very short time in Scorpio — only about 12 years. This makes this generation very rare and unique.

Note that due to retrogrades, Pluto takes about a year or so to fully move into a sign. So, if you were born on the cusp — in the year 1983/84 or 1995/6 — be sure to pull up a birth chart calculator to input your exact date of birth (time of birth not required!)

Something to also note about this generation, when it comes to astrology, is that most of them also have Neptune in Capricorn (1984–1998) and Uranus in Capricorn (1988 to 1996). This should be taken into account when it comes to this generation, highly influenced by Capricorn. Just like Pluto, these two outer planets are known as “social planets” that say more about a collective group rather than a specific personality type.

The majority of this generation was likely raised by parents of the Pluto in Virgo generation (1956 to 1972), plus quite a few of you with parents from the Pluto in Leo generation (1937 to 1958). Of course there may be an exception for those born during the cusp, or those with a much older or much younger parent.

This generation has been nicknamed “Millennials” for growing up and coming of age at the turn of the millennium. According to the official sources (and by “official” — I mean Google…) the Millennial generation is defined as between the years 1981 and 1996. While the years are not exact, they are almost the same.

HIV/AIDS Epidemic: The End, Or Just The Beginning, Of The Sexual Revolution?

The Scorpio generation was born during the era of Pluto in Scorpio. Notable events during this time include the epidemic of HIV/AIDS. Note that Scorpio is associated with sex and rules the genitals. This lethal, sexually transmitted infection forced society to change the way they perceive love-making. In the aftermath of the sexual revolution which began in the ’60s and ’70s (Virgo era), society was forced to confront the dark side of body liberation.

In a way, this health scare made society both more liberal and more conservative around sexual topics. The urgency for safe sex and protecting yourself made this controversial topic more socially acceptable to openly discuss. There was a greater push for sex-ed in schools. Yet at the same time, it drew more caution and hesitancy around the act itself.

This generation grew up to be incredibly sex-conscious. And by that, I do not mean promiscuous, I mean aware. Teen pregnancy in the USA saw a sudden decrease in the early 1990s — no coincidence that this is when the oldest Scorpio Plutonians entered teenhood. They were also the first generation to ask, “if women can be called ‘sluts,’ why can’t men be called that word too?”, confronting double standards. They’re not afraid to talk about this matter, but they also take it much more seriously.

And Scorpio is very much that. Scorpio confronts what is uncomfortable and mysterious. It demands answers. But it does not tread lightly. Scorpio is a powerful sign that understands the true meaning of power. This generation views sex as a life or death matter, a transformative energy, with destructive potential that should never be underestimated.

The Emo Movement

The Scorpio Plutonians are directly linked to the Emo Movement. This is a trend that shaped music, fashion, style, and attitude. “Emo” is short for “emotional” and brings images of darkness, aggression, and edginess. Rather than themes of anti-establishment, rebellion, or apathy, emo focuses on introspective emotions — such as loneliness, deep passion, and heartbreak. The goal of the emo movement was to push society to get back in touch with their emotions — especially the deep, dark, and uncomfortable.

The first wave of the emo movement began in the 1980s — at the start of the Pluto in Scorpio era. It picked up momentum in the 1990s, when indie artists began adopting more of an emo fashion. However, from the 2000s into the early 2010s, came the emo explosion in which emo became mainstream.

During this period, as this generation was in their teens and early twenties, emo had completely taken over. This was especially prevalent in music: Jimmy Eat World, My Chemical Romance, Good Charlotte, Taking Back Sunday, Panic! At The Disco, The All-American Rejects, Simple Plan, Paramore, Evanescence, and so forth. Music was about heartbreak, mental health, and personal struggles.

Long hair was popular for both women and men, most notably hair that falls in your face. Many people had deep side parts that allowed hair to cover the eyes. Straightening your hair was the trend, again for both women and men. This look screams Scorpio, using hair to hide your face, as this sign desires privacy and mystery. And to make your hair look thin and flat, rather than luscious and full-bodied, brings about the whole “dead inside” theme.

Scorpio is not only the sign of death, it relates to suffering and depravation (contrasting its polar opposite, Taurus, the sign of comfort and beauty.) Therefore, teens preferred dressing asymmetrically (not only was their hair asymmetrical — also their clothing.) In their youth, fashion was a form of self-expression and pushing boundaries, rather than trying to flatter their looks. The most popular clothing store at this time was “Hot Topic,” known for its intense, bold, and gothic style.

In the early to mid 2010s, as the younger Scorpio Plutonians reached their twenties, the emo movement began losing steam. But it was absolutely still prevalent. I would say that by the mid-to-late 2010s, emo officially died, and was arguably replaced with EDM culture. As the Sagittarius Plutonians entered adulthood at this time, their influential pull on the world began.

Witches and Wizardry

One of the most defining franchises of the 2000s was the Harry Potter series. Most kids were obsessed with the books starting from the late ’90s, going into the films throughout the span of the 2000s. And if you’re not familiar — Harry Potter is a series about wizards who cast spells and practice magic, imagined in a fantasy world.

Themes of vampires and werewolves flooded the media, with shows like “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “The Vampire Diaries.” But how could we ever forget the “Twilight” series of books followed by movies, in which the main character is caught in a love triangle between a vampire and a werewolf. The book series gained popularity in the late 2000s, followed by massively successful films released through the early 2010s. Scorpio Plutonians were the target audience.

Scorpio is directly connected to the occult — dark and esoteric mysteries and magic. This generation has always been strongly attracted to these themes. And as most of them reached their 30s, we saw the popularization of myth-retelling novels, heavily around Greek mythology.

In their spiritual lives, the Scorpio Plutonians have brought back a revival of Paganism. Into their early adulthood years, we’ve seen astrology and tarot become mainstream. We’ve seen a rise in the interest of witchcraft, mythology, dark arts, psychic readings, etc. This generation is very much spiritually attuned. Commonly straying away from traditional religion, many of them have embarked on solo spiritual journeys, embracing the non-dogmatic mystical.

From childfree to childhood traumas

Another notable feature of the Scorpio Plutonians is how many of them are choosing to not have children. It’s a controversial stance that goes against the mindset of every prior generation. And it’s too soon to see if the Sagitarrius Plutonians are following in their footsteps. However, I do think that this trait is directly linked to the sign of Scorpio. Scorpio is the most introspective sign, demanding privacy and secrecy, along with plenty of alone time in order to focus on their inner worlds.

Something else to consider is that the majority of Scorpio Plutonians also have heavy Capricorn influence, with their Neptune and Uranus in that sign. The slow and steady nature of Capricorn indicates a tendency for this age group to be late bloomers, therefore having children later in life. I think that while many will choose to be childfree, many others will choose to have a baby later in life. I would not be surprised to see many of them adopting a child in their late 40s or early 50s.

Compared to any other generation, Scorpio Plutonians have the most fearful and cynical attitude towards the world, making them hesitant to bring new life into such a horrible place. This is what makes many of them choose to be childfree, or to wait until much later in life until they feel financially and physically prepared.

Pluto is a destructive influence that has put this generation through catastrophic trauma. (This following part may only apply to those living in the USA, speaking from my own experience.) They were between the ages of five-years old and eighteen-years old when the 911 terrorist attack happened, a majority of them being in middle school. Therefore, all of them were old enough to remember it into adulthood, yet young enough to have it take away part of their childhood. While it is a privilege to live in the US, compared to the hardship many other countries, still, 911 was devastating. It most certainly gave PTSD to Scorpio Plutonians, who were all just children at the time.

In the US, as the majority of Scorpio Plutionians entered the workforce or just began their career, the great recession from 2007–2009 took place. This was arguably the second worst recession of the country, right after the Great Depression. Alongside, this generation spent most of their childhood and early adult years through the War in Afghanistan (2001–2021), the longest war in US history.

A majority of this generation was raised by Virgo Plutonians (1956 to 1972) (again, years are approximate, so use a birth chart calculator for cusp years.) It’s likely that your parents encouraged you to be highly independent; they took care of you while showing you how to take care of yourself. This influence shapes a generation that values self-sufficiency, questions authority, and overanalyzes everything. These parents acted as grounding and steady rocks for children who often felt swallowed by their own emotions.

There’s also a great portion of this generation raised by Leo Plutonians (1937 to 1958). This parenting style was more playful and optimistic, softening the cynical nature of Scorpio Plutonians. These parents encouraged self-expression in their kids, especially through their fashion and music choices, furthering the spread of the emo movement. They taught their kids to feel proud of their emotions. Their lighthearted energy provided a balancing contrast to the heavy and intense energy of their kids.

Criticized as “Special Snowflakes”

Every single generation faces some type of criticism from society. Scorpio Plutonians faced peak criticism in the 2010s, in which they were teenagers and young adults. They were nicknamed “special snowflakes” for their overly sensitive nature, labelled as “easily offended” and “whiney.” Indeed, the influence of Scorpio is highly sensitive and deeply in touch with their emotions. I mean, this is exactly where the emo movement came from.

Scorpio energy is completely emotional, to the point of being completely devoid of logic and reason. They will make a big deal out of small things — but that’s because for them, it’s actually not such a small thing. Older generations have struggled to understand how strongly and intensely they feel things. Their heavy hearts may feel like a burden to others, but to them, they are blessings that allow them to live more vibrant and dynamic lives.

Compared to the detached and rational Libra Plutonians, the down-to-earth Virgo Plutonians, and the happy-go-lucky Leo Plutonians, the introduction of this new generation was a stark change. They brought a destructive force into the world in which they were not afraid to speak up about controversial and taboo topics. Scorpio is the sign of transformation, and so these kids grew up with fierce determination to change the world. They’ve got an urgency to push boundaries. The Scorpio generation has always been ready for battle.

Many Scorpio Plutonians grew up to become heavily involved in political issues or other types of social movements. And this motivation comes straight from their heart. By getting emotionally involved in world issues, they quickly gained a reputation of being too sensitive. The truth is that, this highly empathetic generation feels things more strongly and deeply than others. Their intense desire for change comes from their tendency to take on the suffering of those who are less fortunate than them.

Perhaps a better nickname would be “the squeaky wheel” as the saying goes, “the squeaky wheel gets the oil.” The Scorpio generation understands that change cannot happen unless they repeat themselves over and over. They are here to put a microscope over things that seem like tiny issues, revealing that it’s actually a clue into what is wrong with the big picture.

The future of Scorpio Plutonians

They had a huge impact on trends, style, and culture in their teen years and early twenties. Now in their thirties and forties, their influence on the world hasn’t gone away, it’s really only just begun. One point is that this generation will probably not take over US Congress until the 2040s at the very earliest.

As this generation matures, their Scorpio traits also mature. You could say that the emo movement is not dead, it has simply evolved into something greater. Scorpio Plutonians have ditched their side bangs, studded belts, and spiky boots — but they will never ditch their emotional depth. Until old age, they will always be the extra-sensitive yet fiercely passionate generation, ready to stir controversy and dive deep into the unknown.

For Scorpio Plutonians who choose to have children, they will be raising Generation Capricorn and Generation Aquarius. They will be highly aware of their children’s emotions. They will embrace nontraditional and intuitive parenting styles. They won’t be afraid to have uncomfortable conversations with their kids, addressing controversial topics.

Those raising Capricorn Plutonian kids will find that the earthy energy of their kids helps them feel more grounded, providing stability and predictability. This is exactly what is needed for the Scorpio Plutonian, who is always attracting trauma and chaos into their lives. In return, they will teach their child how to accept change and break patterns. A Capricorn Plutonian really benefits from a Scorpio Plutonian parent who brings the flow and flexibility that they need.

Those raising Aquarius Plutonian kids will have a shared admiration for breaking tradition, thinking outside of the box, and embracing change. They will also relate to one another in their obsessive and fixated tendencies. Scorpio Plutonians will guide their kids to become more in touch with their emotions, while their kids will teach them how to connect more to logic and reason.

Very recently, Scorpio Plutonians have learned to make fun of themselves. They joke about how dramatic they were in their childhood, along with joking about the emo culture in general. Maturity has allowed them to view themselves more lightly, but at the same time, they have not lost their softness. As adults, Scorpio Plutonians have normalized therapy and made it more socially acceptable to have open discussions about mental health. They are teaching, both the older and younger generations, that sensitivity is a superpower.

There’s nothing more metal or badass than feeling your feelings.

Look out for future posts, where I will explain all of the other generations from an astrology perspective!