When the Dark Lord Draws His Sword... the heavens break loose.

Cue the drum roll… and maybe a little thunder. Pluto, the Dark Lord of the Underworld himself, has just gone direct at 1° Aquarius today October 13, 2025— and it’s as if the gun to the great cosmic race has just been fired. After months of deep excavation, shadow work, and silent power plays beneath the surface, Pluto now straightens his crown, unsheathes his obsidian blade, and declares, “Enough is Enough! Let’s begin.”

This is not your average astrological moment. When Pluto goes direct, the tides of transformation move from inner alchemy to outer action. All the quiet unraveling you’ve been doing during his retrograde — the releasing, the truth-facing, the dying-to-be-reborn stuff — now begins to show up in real life.

And because this happens at 1° Aquarius, the very first degree of the visionary, rebel, system-busting sign of humanity’s evolution, it’s a turning point for the collective. The air crackles with the tension of invention, revolution, and radical authenticity. The old systems are groaning under the weight of their own decay, and Pluto’s sword is ready to slice away the fat of all that no longer serves.

This isn’t the time to play small, cling to comfort zones, or pretend you didn’t hear the call. The Lord of the Dark is not interested in your excuses — only your evolution. He’s ruthless in his love, uncompromising in his push toward truth. And so it is best to surrender to his lead.

Practical Ways to Flow with Pluto Direct

Think of this as your field guide for the cosmic underworld marathon. There is no need to wrestle the dark lord, just jump on his back and allow the marvel of a flying dragon take you to the places where you can't really go by yourself.

1. Let Go Before You’re Dragged. Pluto doesn’t negotiate with baggage. If something feels like dead weight — a habit, a job, a relationship, a mindset — bless it and release it. Hold on to his reigns and don’t look back.

2. Own Your Power, Don’t Perform It. Authenticity is Pluto’s favorite perfume. Drop the masks, the filters, and the “shoulds.” True power radiates from honesty, not the perfect performance.

3. Ritualize Your Rebirth. Mark the moment with intention — a fire ceremony, journaling, breathwork, or simply setting a clear boundary. Transformation deserves acknowledgment. "I am ready to rise from the ashes and up through the clouds."

4. Embrace the Uncomfortable Conversations. Pluto digs up what’s buried. When truths rise to the surface — in your relationships, career, or soul — face them with courage. That’s where the gold is. "I surrender to the love in this transformation"

5. Collaborate with Visionaries. Aquarius energy calls for community and innovation. Find your tribe of change-makers and dreamers. Together, you rebuild the future.

6. Trust the Unfolding. Pluto doesn’t rush. His timelines are ancient. What’s being dismantled now creates sacred space for what’s meant to rise. Be patient but certain in your transformation.
   

So as the underworld stirs and the air hums with Aquarian lightning, remember: Pluto isn’t out to destroy you — he’s stripping away illusion so your soul can stand in its raw brilliance.

The Dark Lord has drawn his sword. The race has begun. Your only job now?

Run toward transformation with open arms. If you’d like a hand locating where the dragon is landing in your natal chart — and what this awakening might mean for you — connect with me (or your favorite neighborhood astrologer).