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1908 Feb. 02 - 1909 Jan. 21 ~ Earth
1920 Feb. 20 - 1921 Feb. 07 ~ Metal
1932 Feb. 06 - 1933 Jan. 25 ~ Water
1944 Jan. 25 - 1945 Feb. 12 ~ Wood
1956 Feb. 12 - 1957 Jan. 30 ~ Fire
1968 Jan. 30 - 1969 Feb. 16 ~ Earth
1980 Feb. 16 - 1981 Feb. 04 ~ Metal
1992 Feb. 04 - 1993 Jan. 22 ~ Water
2004 Jan. 22 - 2005 Feb. 08 ~ Wood
2016 Feb. 08 - 2017 Jan. 27 ~ Fire
2028 Jan. 26 - 2029 Feb. 12 ~ Earth

Force: Yang
Natural element: Metal
Season and principal month: Summer--August
Best companions: Dragon, Rat
Worst companions: Tiger, Snake, Pig
Color: Yellow

Like Monkey King himself, Monkey people are born under the sign of fantasy. You are witty, capable, and eager to learn new things. Usually possessing an above-average intelligence, you have a clever, hyperactive and strong-minded personality. You are always hungry for knowledge and can excel at school. Your talents shine through your childhood and can certainly help you make a name for yourself at a tender age. Go find that high-school yearbook of yours. You will probably remember the old good times when you were a cheerleader or an editor for the school newspaper, or perhaps you were a member of the school football team or the unbeatable debate team. Any teacher could easily tell Monkey students from others because they are usually more energetic, funny, and full of creative and innovative ideas.
Furthermore, if you look into the mirror, you will also see that most Monkey people are quite attractive. And, you are not only smart, but also have a good sense of humor. No wonder you are also very popular! At parties, you'll often find yourself being the center of attention. Actually, everyone knows that you Monkey people love to be in the limelight. Unlike the mysterious Dragons, who draw curious eyes and whispers, your charm and humor wins you popularity in public gatherings or in the clubs.
Monkey people are conversationalists, and yes, you love to talk and talk. But luckily, your creative and original personality prevents you from boring those around you to death. In fact, you are an excellent story-teller--you can transform an ordinary dull biography into a thrilling action story. And your vivid narrative will keep your audience at the edge of their seats for the next three hours, without requesting any snack break!
You are famous for your creativity and invention. You could also turn that boring biography into a musical production. Better yet, you'll invite everyone to see the show for free! That is how talented, creative, and generous you Monkey people are. You are such a good talker that you are always in the winner's circle when debating. Your manner is so friendly and self-assured that people like talking to you. Accordingly, Monkey people feel comfortable speaking in public and are excellent candidates for careers in politics, public relations, and teaching.
Monkeys adore victory, and you love all kinds of challenges. In fact, no challenge is too great for Monkey people. And because of your popularity, stamina, and intelligence, you often become the leader in your community. It's no fun for your rival to fight for the same leadership position against a Monkey opponent. You can be cunning and manipulative sometimes, and you know exactly how to get the votes you need to win the race.
Nevertheless, you are compassionate and friendly, kind and candid, and you can light up the room with your sunshine smile. Always surrounded by friends, you are never short of admirers. No party can be complete without a Monkey guest because you know how to entertain and love to do so. Sociable and diplomatic as you may appear, you can be deceptive sometimes--you hide your opinions of others beneath your apparent friendliness. But even though you are good at hiding your opinions, you have no intention of hiding your emotions. Everyone can tell how you are feeling from miles away--you want everyone to know how happy or depressed you are.
Monkeys have excellent memory, and you are also especially good at problem solving. Anyone who's got a problem can just pick up the phone and call a Monkey friend immediately. Monkey people know how to listen closely and work out solutions at the same time.
Your curiosity causes you to have a great thirst for knowledge. Still, you have few scruples. You can be unreasonable sometimes, and you have the ability to persuade yourself and everyone around you to believe that you are doing the right thing. Some people say that Monkeys are self-centered, some say you are opportunistic, some say you are guileful, but let them say whatever they want--you simply could not care less. You're indifferent to the opinions of others.
People born in the year of Monkey have a good chance of becoming famous. Whatever you do, your charm and luck will make you successful. As a friend, you are loyal and devoted; as a lover, you can be passionate and yet flighty, falling in love easily but tiring of the relationship and quickly looking for another.
Most Monkeys have one fetish--food. But you don't eat like pigs, stuffing yourself with tons of food. Instead, you just have this habit of eating snacks whenever and wherever you like. And here is one more truth about Monkey people like you: You adore bananas! Look in your kitchen, it's probably well stocked with bananas.
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The Metal Monkey:
Metal is the Monkey's natural element; therefore, a person born in the year of Metal Monkey becomes a double-Metal Monkey. The double-metal multiplies Monkey's intelligence, but also increase the aggressiveness. This is the fighting Monkey. Usually strong and independent, Metal Monkeys like to run their own business and be their own bosses. They love money and all the material things they can afford, and fortunately, they are capable of making smart investments, often making a lot of money from their talents. Metal Monkeys are gamblers, and frustratingly to others, they always end up the winners. However, these Monkeys also realize the importance of saving for rainy days. On the negative side, Metal Monkeys are proud and self-conscious, and are usually only loyal to themselves.

The Water Monkey:
Water mates well with Monkey's natural element, Metal. Together they produce a harmonious combination that brings sensitivity and compassion to the Water Monkey. Usually kind and understanding, Water Monkey can sometimes be too sensitive and take things too personally. Secretive at times, Water Monkeys have the tendency to hide their true feelings within themselves and can become evasive. Nevertheless, they are popular among friends because they possess a keen sense of how human relationships function.

The Wood Monkey:
The Wood-Metal combination makes the Wood Monkey creative and lucky. People born as the Wood Monkey are very good at interpersonal communication. They are usually observant and aware of everything that is going on around them. The Wood element helps focus and stabilize Monkey people, and makes them natural leaders and innovators. These Monkeys are very resourceful, creative, and excellent problem-solvers. They are always curious and searching for answers and will not take setbacks easily.

The Fire Monkey:
The Fire Monkey is the most forceful of all Monkeys. They are full of life, and always appear vital, powerful, and aggressive. Self-assured and determined, they always end up at the top of their chosen professions. The Fire Monkey is passionate, expressive, and very interested in the opposite sex. Nevertheless, the Fire-Metal combination also brings conflict to the Fire Monkeys. These Monkeys have great potential but do not seem to see their own limitations and sometimes end up overreaching themselves.

The Earth Monkey:
The Earth element supplies the calmness to the Monkey's natural Metal nature. Less concerned about their ego, Earth Monkeys are more honest and sympathetic than the other Monkey people. Generally, they are highly intelligent and always hungry for knowledge; moreover, they are patient and scientific in their approach to problem solving. This is probably why Earth Monkeys enjoy pursuing higher education and even end up as famous scholars and researchers. On the downside, Earth Monkeys can be harsh and too blunt with their criticisms, which can increase tension in their personal relationships.</div>