Neptune

Author: Alison Price – Updated: January 2026

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Neptune’s Rulership

Pisces the Fish

Neptune is the ruler of Pisces and is the planet of mystery imagination and dissolution.

Neptune Themes

Lacks Definition

Wherever Neptune is found things tend to soften, blur and drift beyond clear definition. This planet governs anything that is foggy smoky woolly or unclear both literally and symbolically.

Dissolution

Dilute

Neptune rules all processes that dissolve, dilute, disperse or escape. It is connected to drifting floating and surrendering as well as solutions both chemical and emotional.

The Invisible

Neptune also governs the invisible realms including subtle energies intuition spirit and anything that cannot be easily seen or measured.

Glamour

Enchantment

This planet is linked to glamour enchantment and illusion.

Magic

Neptune rules the exotic mystical and magical. It is associated with crystal balls smoke and mirrors fantasy projection and escape artists of all kinds. Under Neptune we are drawn to beauty mystery and the promise of something beyond ordinary reality.

Art

Art You Cannot Touch

Neptune is deeply artistic. It governs art forms you cannot physically touch such as music, singing, dance, mime, theatre, film and choreography.

Imagination

These are experiences that move through emotion, vibration and imagination rather than solid form.

Creative

Neptune inspires creativity which dissolves boundaries between people and worlds.

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Medications

Drugs

Traditionally Neptune is associated with alcohol, nicotine, pharmaceuticals, medicine anesthetics and street drugs.

Altered States

It rules altered states and the desire to escape reality.

Addictions

Because of this Neptune also governs addictions and all forms of addictive behavior whether chemical, emotional or spiritual.

Sleep

Unconscious

Neptune also rules sleep, dreams, nightmares sleepwalking and unconscious states. It is active when the ego rests and the imagination takes over. Through Neptune we access symbols intuition and messages from the deeper psyche.

Neptune Podcast Episode

Listen to our recent Starzology Astrology Podcast episode on the planet Neptune.

Neptune in the Signs

Neptune in Aries

When Neptune is in Aries you may avoid direct confrontation and prefer subtle or indirect action. Your courage expresses itself quietly and you may fight for ideals rather than personal battles.

More on Neptune in Aries

Neptune in Taurus

When Neptune is in Taurus you feel a strong pull to blend with the Earth and the natural world. Beauty comfort and nature can feel spiritual to you and grounding comes through the senses.

Neptune in Gemini

Your mind drifts easily into imagination when Neptune is in Gemini. You may love poetry lyrics storytelling or symbolic language and can communicate in a dreamy evocative way.

Neptune in Cancer

If Neptune is in Cancer your emotional boundaries can blur especially with family. You may feel deeply connected yet at times disconnected from your roots seeking a sense of home that feels safe and soulful.

Neptune in Leo

When Neptune is in Leo you are drawn to performance glamour and the magic of the movies. Creative self-expression may feel theatrical inspired and fueled by fantasy.

Neptune in Virgo

With Neptune in Virgo and therefore has the essential dignity of being in detriment, you seek spiritual purity and healing. There can be a strong interest in holistic health service or sacred routines that bring order to inner chaos.

Neptune in Libra

If Neptune is in Libra you believe in peace harmony and fairness. Relationships are idealized and you may long for a world where balance beauty and cooperation prevail.

Neptune in Scorpio

If Neptune is in Scorpio you can become deeply immersed in occult psychological or mystical matters. This placement brings fascination with transformation secrets and the hidden layers of life.

Neptune in Sagittarius

Neptune in Sagittarius shows that you dream of exploring the world both physically and philosophically. Spiritual beliefs travel far and wide and meaning is sought through adventure and wisdom.

Neptune in Capricorn

When Neptune is in Capricorn you soften or dilute traditional structures. Authority systems and ambitions may be questioned reshaped or infused with compassion and imagination.

Neptune in Aquarius

With Neptune in Aquarius your dreams are original visionary and future focused. You imagine new ways of living together and may be inspired by collective ideals and innovation.

Neptune in Pisces

With Neptune in its own passive, mutable water sign of Pisces artistic and spiritual sensitivity is strong. Imagination empathy and creativity flow naturally and the boundary between worlds is especially thin.

The Other Planets

Discover more about the other planets.

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Original Artworks

Enjoy a Neptune mug featuring my original artwork. Each art piece is created by me and printed on everyday items you can actually use and enjoy. It is a simple way to bring a little Aries energy and handmade art into your daily life. Alison

Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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