Power Play. Then a Plot Twist.
Oct 26th - Nov 1st Astrology Forecast
A power play kicks off this week (what did that Full Moon reveal to you?), and it ends with a fated reality check... with a looming plot twist. 👀
It may be hard to think about a new week when your mind is still wrapped around the last few days. With both Mercury and Venus backtracking, you may be invited to do the same in more ways than one. Not to mention that Full Moon in your Taurus house... it will take some time to settle.
But another energy you've likely felt building amid all this is a power play between the Sun and Pluto (check where Scorpio and Aquarius fall in your chart). You'll have a few days to unpack it before the revelations start clicking into place.
Let's unpack this...
First, a little housekeeping on those two retrogrades. Mercury will be walking backward through Scorpio until November 13th, and in Scorpio, this is less about lost emails and more about the things we never said. Since he won't clear his shadow until November 30th, whatever comes back around now isn't the final word. It's the second draft. (If you missed it, I wrote all about this retrograde here.) And here's a fun detail: Venus turns direct on November 13th, the same day. So until then, think twice before you buy, sign, or rekindle.
Monday morning, the Scorpio Sun squares Pluto in Aquarius. That's our power play. A square is a little friction between two planets, and this one is all about who's in charge, who wants to be, and where you've been handing over your power without even noticing. A boss, a partner, a family member, or your inner critic may try to take the wheel. You don't have to grab it back with both hands. Just notice who's driving.
The yod we talked about last week is still hanging around through Tuesday, with Uranus and Neptune both pointing their "finger of fate" at the Sun. A yod doesn't ask for a dramatic move. It asks for an adjustment, and with the Sun at the tip, that adjustment is personal. If the way you've been showing up suddenly feels a size too small, pay attention to that.
Monday night, the Moon squares Mars, so tempers can run a little hot by bedtime. Maybe don't start the argument at 9 PM. 😉
Tuesday morning, the Moon gets caught between retrograde Mercury and big, generous Jupiter, and since Jupiter makes everything bigger, including opinions, a small misunderstanding can turn into a whole production. Ask one more question before you react. Then the Moon goes Void from 9:51 AM to 8:01 PM Central, the quiet stretch before it changes signs. It's wonderful for finishing, resting, and sorting, but it isn't the time to launch, sign, buy, or make the big decision. Think of Tuesday as a do-the-laundry, answer-the-easy-emails kind of day.
Mercifully, the Moon moves into chatty Gemini Tuesday evening, and the mood lifts. It meets Uranus early Wednesday, so a surprise, a sudden idea, or a change of plans may show up before you've had your coffee. Leave yourself some wiggle room.
That same morning, retrograde Venus in Libra opposes Chiron, the wounded healer. This is where the old ache comes in. Venus is walking back over territory we've already been through, and Chiron asks us to look straight at the sore spot, the place where you've given more than you've gotten back or kept the peace at your own expense. It isn't comfortable, but this time you get to see it clearly instead of just feeling it.
Wednesday and Thursday are also your sweet spot for honest conversation. The Gemini Moon makes easy connections with Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter, one after another, and those connections don't force anything, but they do open doors if you knock. So pitch the idea, ask for help, and make the plan while the door's open. By Thursday afternoon, a sweet Moon–Venus trine softens everything, which makes it a lovely time to mend something, apologize, or simply enjoy the people who make life easier.
The Moon slips into Cancer Thursday night, and Friday morning starts warm and supportive. But keep in mind, just after noon we hit the plot twist.
At 12:21 PM, retrograde Mercury in Scorpio squares Mars in Leo. Mercury is how we think and talk, and Mars is how we act and fight, so when they clash, all that deep thinking from earlier in the week wants to come out swinging. With Mercury retrograde, an old argument may come back for one more round, and with the Moon squaring Saturn minutes later, the pressure can feel heavier than it really is. Say what you mean, but don't say it in anger. If you feel the heat rising, step away and come back to it when you can use that fire as fuel instead of a weapon.
Saturday is Halloween, and the early hours bring a kinder Moon–Mercury connection that helps you say the thing with more compassion than you could on Friday. Late in the afternoon, the Moon squares Venus, and you may feel a twinge of "am I doing too much for too little?" Then the Moon goes Void from 4:59 PM until 11:18 PM Central, right through trick-or-treat hours. Honestly, that's a gift. Hand out the candy, enjoy the costumes, and save the big emotional talks for another night. 🎃
The Moon enters Leo late Saturday night, and at 2 AM Sunday, Daylight Saving Time ends, so times shift to Central Standard Time from there.
Sunday starts bold. Mars, Jupiter, and the Moon all gather in Leo, turning the volume all the way up, and Leo wants to be seen, celebrated, and taken seriously. Early Sunday, the Moon also opposes Pluto, while the Scorpio Sun squares them both, so Monday's power play may want one last round. Fixed signs don't like to budge, so watch for stubbornness, yours and everyone else's.
Fortunately, the Moon trines Saturn Sunday afternoon, bringing a little maturity and follow-through. Then, at 2:28 PM Central, we reach the Last Quarter Moon at 9°25' Leo, a checkpoint and a turning point toward letting go. Look back at what that Full Moon revealed, and ask yourself what's worth keeping and what you're ready to release before the next New Moon. In Leo, the question gets personal. Where have you been dimming yourself, and where has your pride been running the show?
This week asks us to speak plainly and act carefully. Notice where power is being pulled, quietly take yours back, and look that old ache in the eye. When the plot twist comes on Friday, you'll already know your lines.
You don't have to win every conversation, my friend. You just have to leave each one still sounding like yourself.
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Weekly Horoscopes: October 26 – November 1, 2026
Read for your Sun sign and your Rising sign
ARIES
Top 3 focuses: Trust and shared money under review · Partnership fairness · Creative pride with a cooler head
Monday's Sun–Pluto square connects your 8th house of shared resources to your 11th house of friends and future plans. Someone may try to control the money, the plan, or the narrative. Ask who benefits, then decide how much of your power you're willing to lend. With Mercury retrograde in your 8th, an old debt, tax question, or trust issue is back on the table. Handle it slowly and get it in writing.
Venus retrograde in your partnership house is asking whether a relationship is still a fair trade. Don't force the answer. Just notice who keeps showing up.
Friday is your pressure point. Mercury squares Mars in your 5th, and pride can turn a small comment into a big fight, especially with a lover or over a creative project. Walk it off before you reply. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 5th is a better moment to let go of what's been bruising your ego. Keep the joy, and drop the scorekeeping.
TAURUS
Top 3 focuses: Life after your Full Moon · One-on-one honesty · Home and family pressure
Sunday's Full Moon landed in your own sign, so you start the week with a clearer sense of what you're done carrying. Hold onto that clarity, because Monday's Sun–Pluto square runs from your partnership house to your career house. A partner, client, or boss may push for control. You don't have to push back hard. You do have to stay put.
Mercury is retrograde in your 7th house, so an old relationship conversation may come back around. Venus, your ruler, is retrograde in your 6th, reviewing your workload and daily habits. If you've been the one picking up everyone's slack, quietly stop.
Tuesday's Void Moon falls in your sign, so let it be a slow, sensible day. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your 4th, and tension at home or with family could spark fast. Choose calm over being right. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 4th asks what you're ready to release about home, family, or the past.
GEMINI
Top 3 focuses: Changing your routine · Speaking up without burning a bridge · Big beliefs, quietly shifting
Uranus is in your sign, and early this week it's part of a yod pointing at the Scorpio Sun in your 6th house. Something about your daily routine, health habits, or work setup no longer fits the person you're becoming. Adjust it, but don't overhaul your whole life by Wednesday.
The Moon enters your sign Tuesday night, and midweek is your time. Ideas flow, people respond, and Wednesday and Thursday are excellent for pitching, writing, and making plans with others. Thursday afternoon's Moon–Venus trine lights your 5th house of romance and creativity. Enjoy it.
Friday is trickier. Mercury, your ruler, is retrograde in your 6th and squares Mars in your 3rd, so a work email or text could come off sharper than you meant. Read it twice. Monday's Sun–Pluto square touches your 9th, shaking a belief you've been leaning on. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your communication house says let the old argument go.
CANCER
Top 3 focuses: Love and creative honesty · Family and home fairness · Your money, your rules
An old flame, an unfinished project, or a long-buried hobby may be calling this week. Mercury is retrograde in your 5th house of romance, fun, and creativity, and it's reopening the file. Before you answer, ask whether it fits the life you have now.
Venus retrograde in your 4th has you reviewing the balance at home. Who does the emotional heavy lifting? Monday's Sun–Pluto square touches your 8th, the house of shared resources and deep trust, so a joint money or intimacy issue may surface. Look at it clearly instead of smoothing it over.
The Moon enters your sign Thursday night. Friday, you'll feel everything, and that's when Mercury squares Mars in your money house. A spending urge, a sharp money talk, or frustration over what you're paid may flare. Pause before you swipe. Saturday's Void Moon in your sign is perfect for an easy, low-key Halloween. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 2nd asks what you're ready to stop paying for, literally and emotionally.
LEO
Top 3 focuses: Your fire, your rules · Home truths · A partner who pushes back
Mars and Jupiter are both in your sign, and by Sunday the Moon joins them, so you'll feel bold, bright, and ready to go. Use it well. Monday's Sun–Pluto square runs between your 4th house of home and your 7th house of partnership. A power struggle at home or with someone close could get heated. Don't dig in just to prove a point.
Mercury is retrograde in your 4th, so old family stories and unresolved feelings are up for review. Venus retrograde in your 3rd may bring back a conversation you thought was finished.
Friday's Mercury–Mars square hits you personally. Mars in your sign wants to fire off the reply, and Mercury retrograde in your home sector says you don't have the full story yet. Wait. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your sign is a personal reset. What part of your pride is ready to retire? Let it go, and keep the confidence that actually belongs to you.
VIRGO
Top 3 focuses: Words that land differently · Money and self-worth · Quiet rest before the push
With Mercury, your ruler, retrograde in your 3rd house, messages, plans, and conversations may need a second pass. Double-check details, especially early in the week. Monday's Sun–Pluto square connects your 3rd to your 6th house of work and health. Someone may try to micromanage you, or you may notice how hard you're pushing yourself. Ease up.
Venus retrograde in your 2nd has you reviewing money and what you're worth. Look at your prices, your spending, and anywhere you've been giving too much for too little.
Midweek, the Gemini Moon moves across the top of your chart, and Wednesday and Thursday are good days for career conversations. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your 12th, so frustration may simmer under the surface. Find a private outlet, whether that's a walk, a journal, or a closed door. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon falls in your 12th too, and it's asking you to release a hidden worry before it becomes your whole weekend.
LIBRA
Top 3 focuses: Your own reflection · Money and values · Friends who keep score
Venus, your ruler, is retrograde in your sign, so you're reviewing your image, your choices, and how much of yourself you've given away to keep the peace. That's a lot. Go easy on yourself.
Mercury retrograde in your 2nd has you rethinking money, possessions, and priorities. Monday's Sun–Pluto square links your 2nd to your 5th house of romance and creativity, and a love interest or creative risk may be costing more than it's giving back. Be honest about that.
Midweek, the Gemini Moon lights your 9th house and makes Wednesday and Thursday good for learning, travel planning, or broadening your view. Thursday afternoon's Moon–Venus trine feels like relief. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your 11th, and a group chat or friend dynamic could get prickly. Stay out of the drama. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 11th invites you to release a friendship pattern that drains you.
SCORPIO
Top 3 focuses: Your power, your voice · Rest you've earned · A career fire, handled wisely
It's your season, and Mercury is retrograde in your sign, so you'll be revisiting what you said, what you meant, and what you've left unsaid for too long. Monday's Sun–Pluto square runs from your 1st house to your 4th house of home and family. You may feel pulled between who you are and what your family needs from you. Both deserve your attention.
The yod this week points right at your Sun, asking you to adjust how you show up. Not a reinvention, just a tweak.
Venus retrograde in your 12th keeps an old feeling or private regret in view. Let it surface without judgment. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your 10th, and a work situation could get tense fast. Take a breath before you answer the boss. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 10th asks you to let go of a career goal or expectation that no longer fits.
SAGITTARIUS
Top 3 focuses: Private processing · Friends and future plans · Big dreams, honest edits
Mercury is retrograde in your 12th, the most private corner of your chart, and it's stirring up thoughts you usually keep to yourself. Journal them. Don't post them. Monday's Sun–Pluto square connects your 12th to your 3rd house of conversation, and something you've kept quiet may want to come out. Choose the moment carefully.
Venus retrograde in your 11th may bring an old friend back around or ask you to rethink a group you've outgrown.
Midweek, the Gemini Moon lights your partnership house, making Wednesday and Thursday good for honest talks with a partner or a client. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your 9th, and you may feel very sure you're right. You might be! Just don't preach it. Share the idea, then let others catch up in their own time. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 9th invites you to release a belief or a plan that's lost its spark.
CAPRICORN
Top 3 focuses: Your inner circle · Career pressure, carefully handled · Shared money with clear terms
Pay attention to who's in your corner this week. Mercury retrograde in your 11th may bring an old friend or group dynamic back for review. Notice who's been there for you and who hasn't. Monday's Sun–Pluto square runs from your 11th to your 2nd house of money. A friend or network may affect your finances, or you may realize you've been spending to keep up. Pull back if that's the case.
Venus retrograde in your 10th has you rethinking your career, your reputation, or your relationship with someone in charge. Don't make a big professional move just yet. Gather information.
Midweek, the Gemini Moon lights your 6th house, so Wednesday and Thursday are good for catching up on work. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your 8th, and a shared money issue or a trust conversation could get heated. Stay calm and stick to the facts. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 8th asks what you're ready to stop owing, emotionally or financially.
AQUARIUS
Top 3 focuses: Your power in public · Partnership honesty · Rethinking the big picture
Pluto is in your sign, and Monday's Sun–Pluto square runs from your 10th house of career to your 1st. Someone in authority may push against you, or you may feel the need to prove yourself. You don't. Stay steady, and let your work speak.
Mercury retrograde in your 10th could bring back an old work issue, an unanswered email, or a conversation with a boss. Venus retrograde in your 9th has you reconsidering a belief, a course, or a travel plan.
Midweek, the Gemini Moon lights your 5th house, and Wednesday and Thursday feel lighter, more creative, and more fun. On Friday, Mercury squares Mars in your partnership house, and a partner may challenge you, or you may challenge them. Pick the battles that will still matter in a month, not just tonight. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 7th asks you to release a relationship pattern that keeps you in a tug-of-war.
PISCES
Top 3 focuses: Beliefs and big-picture shifts · Shared money and trust · Daily work, rebalanced
Something you were once sure about may not feel so certain now. Mercury retrograde in your 9th has you rethinking a belief, a plan, or a trip. Monday's Sun–Pluto square connects your 9th to your 12th, the most hidden part of your chart, and a fear you don't usually name may come to the surface. Look at it with kindness.
Venus retrograde in your 8th puts shared money, debts, and intimacy under review. If an arrangement has felt lopsided, now's the time to notice it, not fix it all at once.
Midweek, the Gemini Moon lights your 4th house, and Wednesday and Thursday are good for nesting and family time. The Cancer Moon brings warmth Friday morning, but by midday Mercury squares Mars in your 6th house of work and health, and you may feel overloaded by the afternoon. Push less, pace more. Sunday's Last Quarter Moon in your 6th invites you to release a habit or obligation that's wearing you down.
For entertainment purposes only. This isn't meant to guide life decisions or replace medical, financial, or professional advice.
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