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Retrograde Realities & Eclipse Revelations: Mercury Cazimi, Solar Eclipse Ignites Aries, & Neptune Makes Its Aries Debut! Collective Horoscope (March 24th-30th)
Dear NightFall Astrology readers,
This week feels like navigating through a celestial hall of mirrors—clarity emerges just long enough to glimpse the truth, yet reality might still seem oddly distorted. Expect a blend of introspection, revelations, and perhaps the occasional diplomatic fantasy that feels suspiciously too good to last. It’s a time of rethinking, reconsidering, and reflecting, with plenty of opportunity to second-guess everything from your relationships to global politics.
Curious about the specifics? Let’s delve deeper into what the stars have in store for you!
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I. Mercury & Venus retrograde re-enter Pisces:
From 24 to 26 March—peaking precisely on the 24th—Mercury retrograde will conjoin the Sun at 4 degrees Aries, marking an inferior conjunction, commonly known as Mercury Cazimi. Positioned precisely in the heart of the Sun, Mercury gains clarity and prominence, yet this alignment occurs within a sector of Aries ruled by Venus (from 6 to 11 degrees). The classical astrologer Valens characterises this Venusian segment of Aries as “cheerful, clever, radiant, even pure, handsome,” suggesting that clarity or revelations arising during these days may pertain to matters of relationships, aesthetics, values, or diplomacy. Reflectively, this celestial moment symbolically corresponds to the myth of Zeus rendering judgment on Hermes after the latter’s cheeky theft of Apollo’s fifty cows, sacrificing two for good measure. Consequently, this brief Cazimi period might offer moments of striking clarity or uncomfortable truths regarding recent impulsive actions, strategic missteps, or cleverly concealed agendas—much like being caught red-handed and charming your way through divine judgement.
From 23 March until 28 March—with exact alignment on the 25th—Mercury retrograde in Aries sextiles Pluto in Aquarius. Pluto, associated with deep transformation, power struggles, and profound revelations, suggests that insights emerging during Mercury’s retrograde phase have greater depth and potentially unsettling implications. Communications or disclosures made during this period might indicate hidden motives, long-standing grievances, or underlying shifts in societal dynamics and power structures. Given Pluto’s presence in Aquarius—a sign noted for its emphasis on innovation, freedom, and collective ideals—this configuration signals reflective moments where social discourse, technological issues, or political narratives require careful reconsideration. Don’t be shocked if the headlines deliver news that feels less like revolutionary breakthroughs and more like exposés of mismanaged technology or hypocritical activism. Mercury’s retrograde condition further suggests caution before leaping onto bandwagons or aligning yourself with popular yet superficial causes.
On 27 March, Venus retrograde moves from Aries back into Pisces, her sign of exaltation, immediately conjoining Neptune at the precarious and critical 29th anaretic degree of Pisces. Venus exalted in Pisces typically symbolises heightened compassion, idealistic visions of love, and artistic creativity. However, Venus retrograde signals a reflective and potentially disorienting experience of these themes. Neptune’s involvement amplifies ambiguity, illusion, and idealisation, marking a peak in romantic fantasies, escapist tendencies, or collective delusions. On a mundane level, the alignment may suggest diplomatic gestures or peace talks rooted more in wishful thinking than practical reality, leaving political analysts wondering if negotiations are sincere or simply a mirage. Likewise, financial markets may exhibit volatility or excessive optimism that appears briefly intoxicating yet lacks stability upon closer inspection. Privately, one might feel temporarily enchanted by grand gestures or idealised relationships, yet a prudent observer might recall the saying, “If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.”
Then, early on 30 March in Europe, just a day after the solar eclipse in Aries, Mercury retrograde re-enters Pisces, its sign of fall, swiftly conjoining Neptune at the final degree of Pisces. This final conjunction symbolises a dramatic conclusion to Mercury’s reflective journey. Mercury in Pisces traditionally indicates challenges in clarity, logic, and precision, making communication susceptible to confusion, deception, or wishful thinking. With Neptune amplifying this uncertainty, it becomes advisable to approach news, information, and interpersonal exchanges with heightened scepticism and a good dose of common sense. Events or statements made at this time may later prove to be significantly exaggerated, misleading, or outright deceptive. Politicians and media outlets may scramble to contain miscommunications or leaks, prompting observers to question their narratives and motivations critically. A healthy dose of humour might help to navigate these murky waters, especially when official explanations feel suspiciously crafted.
While these celestial configurations symbolically indicate heightened emotional responses, idealisation, misunderstandings, or revelations, they also encourage thoughtful reflection and discernment. In mundane terms, the presence of Mercury and Venus retrograde suggests a period marked by introspection, revision, and reassessment, particularly regarding diplomatic relationships, financial stability, technological issues, and public discourse. Politically, nations and leaders may engage in seemingly hopeful dialogues that later reveal substantial discrepancies or hidden agendas. Economically, markets may reflect heightened uncertainty or speculative fervour, warranting caution and prudent judgement.
Personally, these alignments signal a valuable opportunity for critical reflection and honest self-assessment, particularly concerning recent choices, relational dynamics, and core values. Mercury’s retrograde and Venus’s shift into Pisces invite a reassessment of personal and collective ideals, highlighting where imagination or desires may have blurred reality. As much as some revelations might be inconvenient or uncomfortable, they provide essential clarity for informed future decisions. Acknowledging potential illusions or misplaced optimism now could spare significant complications or disappointments later. Ultimately, these days represent a reflective interval where a sense of humour and healthy scepticism serve as invaluable companions amidst celestial suggestions of ambiguity and subtle deception.
II. Hybrid/Partial Solar Eclipse in Aries:
This solar eclipse in Aries represents a definitive shift from the eclipse cycle of last year into the new cycle of 2025—it’s a significant and firm transition. Consequently, your previous priorities, goals, and areas of focus may now be changing. There’s a clear bridge directing you towards the objectives you’re presently concentrating on, enhancing, and building for 2025 and 2026.
This eclipse will occur on 29 March 2025 at 12:58 PM CET. Eclipses happen when a new or full moon aligns with the lunar nodes. The North Node signifies growth and increase, while the South Node denotes decrease or release. As this solar eclipse aligns with the North Node, it highlights a major new beginning related to expansion, progress, and advancement.
I have published two blog articles detailing eclipses and the lunar nodes here and here. In brief, eclipses function as intensified new or full moons. This particular eclipse can be described as a powerful new moon—a “new moon on steroids”—since it occurs as a solar eclipse, marking a substantial and dramatic new start. Given its position on the North Node, it underscores significant growth, advancement, and the development of something meaningful. Had it aligned with the South Node, it would symbolise new beginnings linked to letting go or generosity. However, this eclipse emphasises personal interests, self-investment, and cultivating something you deeply value.
Over the past year and a half, with the North Node in Aries, eclipses primarily focused on individualism, personal desires, and independent interests. Since January, the North Node has shifted into Pisces, suggesting that current growth and progression are guided by spirituality, emotional fulfilment, or motivations rooted in faith, religion, or philosophical insight. This shift marks a transition away from purely self-centred pursuits toward broader, spiritually meaningful objectives.
Although the North Node remains in Pisces, this eclipse occurs in Aries, making it an out-of-sign eclipse. Nonetheless, it remains within an influential range, indicating that the new beginning and substantial progress involve self-interest and independence, continuing themes of the past two years. The larger underlying motivation now drives us toward spiritual goals and greater meaning beyond individual interests.
Currently, the Sun and Moon are in Aries, but Saturn, Venus, the North Node, and Neptune reside in Pisces, creating a strong Pisces-Aries emphasis. Venus is retrograde, as is Mercury, which introduces considerable reflective energy, prompting us to reconsider our priorities, personal investments, and how these align with broader spiritual aspirations.
The Sun and Moon are positioned at 9 degrees of Aries, notably the exact degree where Mercury stationed retrograde earlier this month, on 15 March. Mercury’s recent retrograde station at this precise degree suggests a period of reassessment, reconsideration, or revisiting prior plans, communications, or decisions. With the solar eclipse occurring at this same critical point, it signals a powerful alignment that underscores the necessity of thoughtful reflection before taking bold action or initiating new undertakings.
Occupying the first decan of Aries, which is traditionally governed by Mars—the natural ruler of Aries—this placement emphasises themes of initiation, courage, assertiveness, and the drive to engage with new challenges. Mars embodies action, bravery, and ambition, suggesting that this eclipse period invites careful yet confident strides forward, encouraging strategic planning and preparedness. It indicates a readiness to face upcoming challenges and pursue objectives with renewed clarity, especially following the reflective period triggered by Mercury’s retrograde.
Therefore, this solar eclipse at 9 degrees Aries symbolises a pivotal moment, merging the need for contemplation brought by Mercury’s recent station retrograde with the proactive and pioneering energies associated with Mars. It serves as an invitation to approach new beginnings with a balanced blend of careful consideration and determined action.
This substantial new beginning indicates readiness to invest in oneself and pursue goals related to independence and authentic desires. With Pisces heavily emphasised—particularly through Saturn symbolising seriousness and commitment, the North Node indicating targeted growth, Venus exalted and retrograde prompting a deep reassessment of personal values, and Neptune at the critical 29th anaretic degree highlighting profound spiritual aspirations—these factors significantly shape current motivations and key life decisions.
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Meanwhile, the Sun, Moon, and Mercury retrograde in Aries emphasise immediate responses and daily decisions driven by personal interests that are independently determined and critically important to the individual. These immediate choices, however, ultimately serve broader aspirations and long-term objectives.
The Pisces stellium—comprising Saturn, Venus retrograde, the North Node, and Neptune—is forming a supportive trine with Mars in Cancer, the sign of Mars’s fall. Additionally, this Pisces stellium is in a harmonious sextile with Uranus in Taurus, which also receives a positive sextile from Mars in Cancer. Together, these interactions form a minor grand trine, with Uranus in Taurus positioned at the apex. According to traditional Hellenistic astrology, Mars in Cancer typically signifies tension, emotional volatility, and challenge due to its position of fall. In Europe, this eclipse will occur in a day chart, rendering Mars particularly problematic as the malefic out of sect. However, mitigating factors considerably soften these potential difficulties. The supportive aspects from the Pisces stellium and Uranus significantly alleviate the harshness traditionally associated with Mars’s placement.
The minor grand trine—a modern astrological concept—suggests a dynamic yet smoothly flowing interaction between spiritual and emotional aspirations (Pisces), nurturing yet assertive action (Mars in Cancer), and innovative or unexpected changes (Uranus in Taurus). This configuration fosters opportunities for breakthroughs, creatively solving emotional or material challenges and facilitating a harmonious integration of individuality with broader spiritual and collective aspirations.
Overall, this eclipse is relatively straightforward, moderately positive, and balanced. Being out-of-sign and not tightly aligned with the nodes, it is not among the most potent or intense eclipses. Nonetheless, the retrograde positions of Venus and Mercury highlight that communication, values, and personal motivations play crucial roles in shaping present decisions. These elements guide actions focused on self-interest while simultaneously steering individuals towards significant, overarching spiritual and existential goals that will dominate the coming eighteen months.
The previous occurrence of a similar solar eclipse at 9 degrees Aries took place on 29 March 2006, providing insight into potential repeating themes and geopolitical developments approximately 19 years later. Examining global events from 2006 may shed light on the possible implications of the current eclipse occurring on 29 March 2025.
In the wake of the 2006 eclipse, notable geopolitical and humanitarian crises emerged. Venezuela witnessed mass protests sparked by violent kidnappings, highlighting civil unrest and governmental instability. Iran intensified its nuclear programme, producing enriched uranium and consequently heightening international tensions, which resonates deeply given the continued regional instabilities of 2024–2025. The breakdown of diplomatic negotiations between Iran and Russia at that time parallels current strained international alliances.
Natural disasters, such as the devastating Yogyakarta earthquake in Indonesia, underscored the vulnerability of infrastructures and governments to sudden catastrophic events. Additionally, geopolitical shifts occurred in the Balkans, as Montenegro declared independence from Serbia, ending a longstanding union and redrawing European borders. Such events illustrate the eclipse’s potential to catalyse significant political restructuring.
Critically, the 2006 eclipse directly preceded the intensification of conflict in the Middle East. Israel launched military operations in Gaza following Hamas rocket attacks, a scenario strikingly reminiscent of ongoing, unresolved Israel-Hamas conflicts since September 2024. Furthermore, the Israeli invasion of Lebanon due to Hezbollah’s aggression in July 2006 parallels the escalating and unresolved Israel-Hezbollah conflict that emerged alongside the Israel-Hamas war in 2024. This historical echo suggests the 2025 eclipse may similarly signal further intensification or decisive developments in the ongoing Middle Eastern crises.
The geopolitical landscape of 2025 mirrors these past events, notably with the unresolved 2024 Israel-Hamas and Israel-Hezbollah wars still influencing regional stability. Additionally, the prolonged Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to reshape European and global geopolitical dynamics, much like the transformative Balkan independence movements of 2006. Given these historical precedents, the current eclipse might indicate upcoming decisive turning points, intensified military engagements, or notable diplomatic shifts involving these unresolved conflicts.
Therefore, observing the pattern from 2006, this eclipse suggests that geopolitical tensions currently simmering, particularly in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, could escalate further, prompting significant shifts or turning points that will reshape international relations and regional dynamics throughout 2025 and beyond.
On a personal level, this eclipse encourages us to reflect upon areas in life where decisive, courageous action and thoughtful reconsideration intersect. Themes of independence, personal growth, and reassessment of values are highlighted. It is a powerful moment to clarify intentions, reaffirm commitments to authentic aspirations, and embrace meaningful changes that align our immediate actions with longer-term spiritual or emotional goals. This period is conducive to asserting our autonomy while thoughtfully navigating the consequences and opportunities that emerge.
If you sense you’re making a final decision about a life area prioritised over the past two years, allowing a shift towards greater fulfilment and more profound meaning in the coming year, this reflects the current dynamic. It’s about choosing self-interest in an established area to better align with deeper, more meaningful ambitions for your life’s overall benefit.
This eclipse will be visible from the following geographic regions: visible from northeast USA and Canada, Europe, northwest Africa, and northern Russia. So, naturally, these are the regions where this eclipse is the most relevant.
Should you have any reflections or comments about this solar eclipse, please share them in the comments below.
This solar eclipse will be felt most intensely by Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn placements, particularly if you have planets and/or important chart points around 9 degrees of these signs (give or take 1-5 degrees).
III. Neptune enters Aries:
On 30 March, Neptune will transition into Aries after its extended sojourn of 14 years in Pisces, having occupied the sign since 2011. This marks Neptune’s first ingress into Aries, where it will briefly remain until retrograding back into Pisces one final time on 22 October. Neptune will subsequently settle firmly into Aries from 26 January 2026 until 23 March 2039—a notable 13-year period. During 2025, Neptune will only advance to 2 degrees of Aries before stationing retrograde on 5 July.
Neptune’s previous transit through Aries occurred from 1862 to 1875, an era marked by significant global upheaval, innovation, and ideological fervour. Reflecting historically, this was the period of the American Civil War (1861–1865), which profoundly reshaped societal structures and prompted widespread reconsideration of national identity and individual rights. Additionally, this transit coincided with the unification of Germany under Otto von Bismarck (1871), reshaping the European geopolitical landscape through decisive, assertive nationalism—a concept befitting the fiery assertiveness of Aries. Simultaneously, the rise of early socialist and revolutionary movements gained momentum, as illustrated by the formation of the First International (1864), indicating a wave of idealistic, assertive activism aimed at societal transformation. These events suggest that Neptune’s presence in Aries correlates with periods of assertive ideological expansion, aggressive nationalism, and revolutionary impulses.
Projecting these historical reflections onto the contemporary stage, Neptune’s imminent ingress into Aries signals the potential for intensified ideological activism, fervent nationalism, and assertive individualism within global political and social dynamics. The current geopolitical climate, defined by the unresolved conflicts involving Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah, as well as ongoing Russia-Ukraine tensions, suggests a heightened period of ideological confrontation, assertive diplomacy, and potentially revolutionary political movements. Given Neptune’s symbolic association with idealism, illusion, and collective aspirations, this transition could indicate a period when strong nationalist or ideological movements become prominent—movements that initially promise bold reforms but may later prove to be built on unrealistic expectations or illusionary foundations.
On the mundane front, Neptune’s initial foray into Aries in 2025 invites reflection on recent societal and technological developments. Given Aries’ symbolic connection with pioneering efforts, innovation, and assertiveness, this transit may indicate a surge in technological optimism or revolutionary innovations. However, the cautionary lesson from Neptune’s inherent nature—representing illusion, ambiguity, and potential deception—suggests that bold claims of innovation or radical reform should be met with healthy scepticism. Promises of groundbreaking advancements in technology, energy, or social reform may initially captivate public imagination but require rigorous scrutiny and caution to avoid disappointment or disillusionment.
Personally, Neptune’s transition into Aries symbolises an invitation to reflect on individual ideals, ambitions, and desires. This period may prompt many to reconsider personal or collective goals, particularly those characterised by assertiveness, independence, or revolutionary spirit. The blend of Neptune’s idealism with Aries’ fiery impulsivity suggests opportunities for inspirational action and ambitious personal growth. Yet, one should remain mindful of the potential for idealistic illusions or exaggerated expectations. It is advisable to approach this transit with a balance of enthusiastic ambition tempered by pragmatic realism—because, historically speaking, nothing invites scepticism more than promises too grand to realistically fulfil.
This transit will be most potent for Aries, Capricorn, Cancer, and Libra placements.
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