It is a truth universally acknowledged that Fitzwilliam Darcy is the ultimate earth sign. In true Taurus style, Mr. Pride comes across a bit bull-headed at first when he dismisses Lizzie at the assembly. But under his my-way-or-the-highway attitude, Darcy shows the reliability, stability, and devotion Taureans are known for. Whether it’s watching over his younger sister, stewarding his ten-thousand a year estate, or admiring Lizzie from afar, Darcy is a well-grounded fella.

Sweet, sorrowful Fanny Price embodies the kind, shy, and frequently emotional nature of Cancer. After an unusual upbringing with her extended family, Fanny desires the love and security (preferably with Edmund) that were tenuous during her youth as the poor relation. She’s loyal and empathetic to her love, but also a bit moody and pessimistic when her rival, Mary Crawford, bursts on the scene. Luckily for sweet Fanny Price, her undying loyalty wins out in the end with Edmund, even if she avoids taking center stage.

Virgos generally like to be background players, supporting those around them, creating an orderly world, following the rules, all while avoiding the spotlight. If that doesn’t describe long-suffering, self-sacrificing, and unfailingly kind Anne Elliot, I don’t know what does. Anne might be one of the more boring Austen heroines, quietly listening to the exciting antics of her friends, family, and ex-fiance. But if you need someone to manage the scene of an unfortunate stair jumping accident, watch a sick child, or remain steadfastly loyal for nearly a decade, Anne’s your girl.

Strong, mysterious, and ready to sting anyone that threatens those he loves, Colonel Brandon is a true Scorpio. Scorpios don’t easily express their complex inner lives, but they’re drawn to strong, sincere emotion. Hence Brandon’s love of the expressive, passionate Marianne. Much like their animal counterparts, Scorpios can offer the sting of jealousy and secrecy. In Brandon’s case hiding beneath his sometimes unapproachable shell is a true heart, determination, and plenty of passion.

The steady-eddy earth signs of the zodiac, Capricorns like Elinor Dashwood and Mr. George Knightley overflow with a parental vibe well beyond their years. Responsibility and self-control are key with these adult figures as they attempt to wrangle the young and rambunctious Marianne and Emma respectively. One might say they’re the sense to their loved ones’ sensibility. Since responsibility and a well-ordered world are essential to Capricorns, they can be quite hard on, or even condescending to, those they see flying by the seat of their pants. But honestly, their loved ones would be completely lost at sea without their grounding and reliable influence.