In Chinese Astrology the year you were born that determines the zodiac animals that rules your sign there are 12 different signs in a rotating 12 years cycles this year starting with the Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig and Rat. One is said to possess the characteristics or traits of the animal whose sign are born under, in addition, every animal belongs to one of four triangle or affinities. Each triangle consists of three animal signs and these are known as horoscope allies you and your horoscope allies have compatible personalities and get along very well. Each animal sign also a secret friend, this friend can rely upon to protect you and help you in times of trouble on the other hand one's conflict is the opposite of one's allies and secret friends are these are the animals directly opposite your animal signs on the compass they are individuals you are likely to have little or nothing in common with.
