酉 Rooster

The Rooster (酉) is Yin Metal — the settling light of dusk (酉时). With hidden stem 辛, Roosters embody precision, honesty, and punctual pride. They announce truth as the farm rooster announces dawn's approach in reverse — marking day's harvest time.

Roosters are observant, organized, and often outspoken about standards. They dress and present themselves with care. Unbalanced Rooster energy becomes critical perfectionism or vanity.

Roosters excel in accounting, auditing, journalism, military, fashion, surgery, and quality control. Yin Metal (辛) is refined ore — jewelry, precision instruments, or investigative work. San He with Ox and Snake (巳酉丑) forms the Metal frame, supporting mastery through discipline and refinement.

Roosters seek partners who meet their standards and appreciate their loyalty. Liu He with Dragon (辰酉合) creates power and refinement. San He with Ox and Snake share values of excellence and commitment. Rabbit (卯) clashes (卯酉冲), often causing hurt through blunt criticism or conflicting social styles.

Yin Metal connects to Lungs and skin — Roosters should protect respiratory health and avoid dryness affecting skin and hair. Metal's precision can manifest as tension headaches or digestive constriction from stress. Regular relaxation, moistening foods, and moderate exercise prevent Metal from becoming too rigid.

Wood Rooster (乙酉) adds flexibility to Metal precision; Fire Rooster (丁酉) is the most charismatic and visible; Earth Rooster (己酉) grounds standards in practical service; Metal Rooster (辛酉) doubles Yin Metal — the most extreme perfectionist; Water Rooster (癸酉) softens Metal with intuition and artistic voice. Pure 辛 makes Roosters exceptionally standards-driven.