The Twelve Year Stars
The twelve year stars take the branch of the current year as the Grand Duke and count onward through twelve positions; your sign falls on one of them. If your sign is the year's branch, you meet the Grand Duke (your own year); the next sign meets the Sun Star, and so on, with the opposite sign meeting the Year Breaker.
1. Grand Duke (Ben Ming year) Mixed
This is your own zodiac year, traditionally "sitting with the Grand Duke": more change and emotional ups and downs, but also a good time to restart and adjust direction.
Treat the year as one for sorting things out and building foundations, with a little extra care.
2. Sun Star Favourable
The Sun Star shines on you: traditionally helpful people and openness, with support for what you do; especially favourable for men.
Seize opportunities and stay humble so the luck lasts.
3. Mourning Door Take care
The Mourning Door star traditionally points to worry and loss, reminding you to look after older family members; spirits may dip.
Spend time with family, do things that cheer you, and keep an even mind.
4. Moon Star Favourable
The Moon Star shines on you: traditionally gentle help, often from women; especially favourable for women.
Win through gentleness and cooperation; good things accumulate gradually.
5. Officer Talisman Take care
The Officer Talisman traditionally signals gossip, disputes and legal paperwork; be careful in word and deed.
Hold back a little in speech and follow the rules to avoid most trouble.
6. Death Talisman (Minor Loss) Take care
Also called Minor Loss: traditionally small leaks of money and minor ailments, with things taking more effort than expected.
Spend where it counts and keep a regular routine to get through smoothly.
7. Year Breaker (Clashing the Grand Duke) Take care
Your sign clashes with the year's branch, traditionally called the Year Breaker or "clashing the Grand Duke": big changes, risk of loss or conflict. This is the situation that calls for the most care.
Slow down, stay steady, and seek professional advice on big decisions.
8. Dragon Virtue Favourable
The Dragon Virtue star traditionally turns trouble into good fortune and brings patrons: a very favourable year.
Share the luck by helping others, and it grows.
9. White Tiger Take care
The White Tiger traditionally warns of injury and accidents; look after safety and health this year.
Safety first; notice risks around you and do not overreach.
10. Fortune Virtue Favourable
The Fortune Virtue star traditionally brings blessings and wealth; life feels smoother.
Stay grateful and generous, and the good fortune continues.
11. Mourning Guest (Heavenly Dog) Take care
Also called the Heavenly Dog: traditionally gloom and unexpected loss, and a reminder to watch elders' health.
Stay positive and think twice before acting.
12. Sickness Talisman Take care
The Sickness Talisman traditionally points to health and minor illness; take extra care of your body this year.
Put health first; when you are well, everything else goes better.
This is fixed text compiled from general convention, not a reading of any individual and not a prediction. For important decisions, please consult qualified professionals.