Astrology is nearly as old as humanity itself, and its popularity indicates that it's not going anywhere anytime soon. Humans have the predisposition to look for meaning in their lives wherever they can find it, and the stars are as good a place to go as any.
Astrology aficionados know that astrology is much more complicated than newspaper zodiacs let on, and there are numerous placements in the heavens that potentially influence someone's unique, nuanced personality. But a whole is only as good as the sum of its parts, so each astrological sign is still robust enough to be representative of basic archetypes, including Pokémon trainer classes.
12 ARIES: Street Thugs & Delinquents Match Aries' Rebelliousness
Male Street Thugs and their female counterparts, Delinquents, were first introduced to the Pokémon franchise in Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire in 2014. They tend to rely on Dark-type Pokémon, although they have been known to use other types. This trainer class matches Aries' tough look and attitude, but some of them have kinder personalities than their looks suggest. This also matches with Aries, who can seem unapproachable but have loving hearts when they let their guard down.
11 TAURUS: Fishers Have Taureans' Legendary Patience
Fishers have been in Pokémon games from the very start, and they're typically helpful trainers. It's frequently a Fisher who gives players their first Fishing Rod, for example, and they have the patience to sit by the water waiting on bites for hours. Fishers rarely seem to mind losing as well, which accentuates their affable personalities. Taurus is also prone to showing kindness and understanding to strangers, and their predilection for food makes it believable that fishing would appeal to them.
10 GEMINI: Reporters Have Gemini's Gift For Gab
Usually appearing as the Cameraman-Reporter duo known as Interviewers, Reporters were first introduced in Pokémon Diamond & Pearl, although the Interviewer duo first appeared in Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. They typically surprise players with a Pokémon battle and then interview them afterward.
They possess Gemini's natural curiosity and interest in learning about others, making this a suitable trainer class for Geminis. Notably, Interviewer duos such as generation III's Gabby and Ty will level scale with players, meaning they'll be more formidable when fought later in the game.
9 CANCER: Pokémon Breeders Are Perfect For Cancer's Motherly Nature
Pokémon Breeders specialize in caring for young Pokémon and raising strong generations of Pokémon for trainers to use. Accordingly, they often appear near Pokémon Daycares and typically have full rosters of baby form or unevolved Pokémon on their teams. Pokémon Breeders speak lovingly of their Pokémon and how they care for them, which vibes well with Cancer's predilection for caretaking. It's easy to imagine sensitive, patient Cancer signs lovingly raising baby Pokémon and helping them become the best versions of themselves.
8 LEO: Rich Boys & Ladies Have Leo's Tendency To Boast
Rich Boys and their female counterparts, Ladies, are well-dressed Pokémon trainers introduced in Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire. Rich Boys tend to be more arrogant than their female counterparts, but both are rather graceful losers. An interesting feature of this trainer class is their tendency to use expensive healing items on their Pokémon at bad times, indicating they may be inexperienced at battling. But once they do lose, they're generous with their prize money, matching Leos' tendency to show off.
7 VIRGO: Ruin Maniacs Mimic Virgo's Meticulous Natures
Ruin Maniacs first debuted in Pokémon Ruby & Sapphire, and they're found near each of the caves housing Ruby & Sapphire's Legendary Pokémon. This marks them as researchers who are so devoted to their studies that they travel to dangerous areas during their scholarly pursuits. They also seem to be absent-minded at times since some of them seem to forget the passing of time during their studies. These traits nicely align with Virgos, who have the tendency to pour a lot of energy into their chosen pursuits.
6 LIBRA: Gentlemen & Socialites Have Libra's Social Grace
Gentlemen have been a trainer class since the first Pokémon games, but their female counterparts, Socialites, didn't join until Pokémon Diamond & Pearl. Titles for this trainer class can vary, as they've also been known as Baron/Baroness, Count/Countess, and Marquis/Marchioness.
What all these titles have in common, however, is a tendency toward the elite and refinement. This trainer class tends to use pet-like Pokémon like Growlithe or graceful Pokémon like Roselia. They pay well after losing and typically display impeccable manners, much like astrological Libras.
5 SCORPIO: Hex Maniacs Share Scorpio's Interest In The Afterlife
Brooding and mysterious Hex Maniacs are fanatics about magic and the afterlife in a manner very much like astrological Scorpios. They give off airs of otherworldliness that's frequently interpreted as "creepy," but Hex Maniacs can't help loving Ghost and Psychic-type Pokémon. They're also understood as fortune tellers, indicating they have a keen sense of observation and an openness to the occult. These are traits that vibe very well with Scorpios, who likewise harbor a similar interest in life's greatest unsolvable mysteries.
4 SAGITTARIUS: Pokémon Rangers Have Sagittarian's Love For The Outdoors
Pokémon Rangers are some of the most helpful trainer classes in the game, and they're frequently seen in remote wild areas. In fact, they're so popular and affable that they even have their own spin-off series of games in the Pokémon franchise. Pokémon Rangers often have balanced teams of Pokémon that they use to help protect the environment and rescue lost or injured Pokémon trainers. These traits make them match well with astrological Sagittarians, who are known for their friendliness and affinity for the outdoors.
3 CAPRICORN: Poké Fans Encapsulate Capricorn's Dedication To Hobbies & Family
Usually appearing as middle-aged men and women carrying Pokémon merchandise (and sometimes children), Poké Fans are essentially Pokémon otaku. They love to gush about their favorite Pokémon, and those who appear with children have dressed them up in cute Pokémon outfits.
Poké Fans' enthusiasm for Pokémon leads them to include it in several facets of their life, which matches Capricorn's focus on the material world. The fact that they're sometimes seen with children also mirrors Capricorn's dedication to family.
2 AQUARIUS: Psychics Carry Themselves With Cool Detachment Like Aquarians
Psychics have been in the Pokémon franchise from the very beginning and are unsurprisingly known for using Psychic-type Pokémon. They have a mystical air about them that's most obvious in the levitating Poké Balls that accompany their game sprites. Notably, Psychics have been seen in both mystical and scientific garb, as some Pokémon games display Psychics wearing lab coats. Their disinterested attitudes coupled with the confidence that they'll win is very much in line with astrological Aquarians, who likewise carry themselves with an air of superiority and indifference.
1 PISCES: Doctors & Nurses Mirror Pisces' Inclination To Be Helpful
Unlike most trainer classes, Doctors and Nurses won't challenge players to a Pokémon battle on sight. And if trainers do choose to speak with them and battle, Doctors and Nurses will heal up all Pokémon after the battle finishes, and any time they're spoken to thereafter. This makes Doctors and Nurses one of the most helpful trainer classes out there, and they're thankfully found in deep dungeons far from Pokémon Centers. Astrological Pisces tend to emphasize caring for others in a gentle, non-confrontational way that's very much like the Doctor and Nurse trainer class.
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