In 1987, the famous manga series JoJo's Bizarre Adventure was launched, and ever since then, it's been a staple of the medium, and got an anime adaptation some time later. This colorful, creative series is broken up into different story arcs, each with a unique protagonist and cast of supporting characters and villains.

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How can the characters of a show like this be broken down into simpler terms? The twelve astrology signs and Chinese zodiac birth years are a great tool for that, and today, it's time to use the Chinese zodiac to determine which JoJo character most likely fits any given viewer. There are all different types, from Rats to Dragons to Dogs. Let's get started.

12 Year Of The Rat: Joseph Joestar

The Chinese zodiac begins with this little rodent, the Rat. Take note that all the animals are positive, and in the case of the Rat, such people are known for being creative, resourceful, flexible-minded, and kind to others. They can do anything, anywhere.

That sounds like Joseph Joestar, who is famed for his creative fight scenes in Battle Tendency and his disposition toward mischief and pranks. But he's also a reliable friend and generous toward others, especially during the events of Stardust Crusaders.

11 Year Of The Ox: Bruno Bucciarati

The Year of the Ox is rather similar to the Taurus astrological sign. These earth-based animals are symbolic of anyone who is strong, diligent, tough, and overall quite productive over time. The Year of the Ox is a good match for Bruno Bucciarati.

Bruno has been a compassionate fellow since his childhood, seeking to free the people of Italy from the cruel and bloody drug trade. Like any Ox, he is indeed reliable and stubborn in his quest, and Giorno and the others can count on him 100%. He will never give in.

10 Year Of The Tiger: Josuke Higashikata

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Meet Josuke Higashikata, the punkish lead character of Diamond is Unbreakable, the fourth installment of the series. He is quick to take offense to slights against his hair, and he lashes out against any offense to his pride as a stand-wielding warrior, too.

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A Tiger of the zodiac is brave, confident in themselves, and quite competitive, and all of these traits certainly describe the hotheaded Josuke Higashikata. He's the one who tried to cheat in a dice game with Rohan, after all and managed to get away with it.

9 Year Of The Rabbit: Holly Joestar

This is Holly Joestar, the mother of Jotaro Kujo. She is a doting mom who moved across the Pacific to live in Japan with Jotaro's father, and she has assimilated into Japanese life quite well. She also has an agreeable and gentle personality that allows anyone and everyone to like her.

That makes her just like the Rabbit of the zodiac, which is distinct for being quiet, elegant, responsible, and kind at heart. Everyone needs at least one Rabbit in their lives, that's for sure.

8 Year Of The Dragon: Dio Brando

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The Dragon of the zodiac is not inherently evil or inclined toward malice (none of the animals are). However, the Dragon's traits are well suited for villains, since Dragons are enthusiastic, confident, and intelligent people.

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Thus, Dio Brando is quite the Dragon. He has assembled a powerful team of strand users to his side, and he is recklessly confident in his ability to conquer the globe and defeat his enemies. He's plenty gung-ho about that mission, too; he'll stop at nothing.

7 Year Of The Snake: Lisa Lisa

Lisa Lisa was Joseph and Caesar's hamon/ripple tutor in Battle Tendency, and she did a fine job teaching her students the true depths of that power. She even had them risk their very lives, posing a challenge that Joseph wasn't quite prepared for.

She says little about herself, however, and would rather act as a wise leader and instructor. So, she is just like the Snake of the zodiac: wise, intelligent, and enigmatic.

6 Year Of The Horse: Okuyasu Nijimura

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Okuyasu is somewhat like Kakyoin. He was a villain at first, but then the Joestar hero won him over to their side. In this case, Okuyasu is Josuke's stand-using friend, and he wields The Hand. He's always loud, enthusiastic, reckless, and quite emotional (he cried when Koichi had a girlfriend and he didn't).

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This animated lifestyle makes Okuyasu a fine Horse of the zodiac. This animal is indeed known for being animated, active, and rather energetic. Horses never sit still for long.

5 Year Of The Goat: George Joestar

He may be a minor character, only appearing briefly in Phantom Blood, but he left a good impression. George Joestar is Jonathan Joestar's father, and he ran a smooth household with a generous heart. It was he who took in Dio.

This backfired on him, but all the same, George has the kindness, gentle disposition, and sympathy of the zodiac's Goat, and with his dying breath, he urged Jonathan to love and get along with Dio no matter what.

4 Year Of The Monkey: Giorno Giovanna

Giorno is the hero of Golden Wind, and he may not be brash like Josuke or ultra-tough like Jotaro, but he does have a sharp mind that is always looking for answers. Giorno is ready to dive into the world of the mobster, and he is eager to learn his this world works so he can take it apart.

This is true in battle, too, where Giorno will take the time to learn how his enemies work before making a move. All this marks him as the Monkey of the zodiac: sharp, smart, and rather curious. His mind is always active.

3 Year Of The Rooster: Rohan Kishibe

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Rohan is a stand-wielding citizen of Morioh, though he'd rather work on his manga manuscripts than run off and get into fights with Josuke and the gang. He's hard at work creating manga, and he'll observe or research anything he must to create fresh material.

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That makes him rather like the Rooster of the zodiac, known for its observant behavior, courage, and tireless diligence in tasks. It takes a Rooster to make good manga, no doubt.

2 Year Of The Dog: Tomoko Higashikata

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This is Tomoko, the mom of Josuke and one-time lover of Joseph Joestar. Tragically, she became a widow early in Diamond is Unbreakable, but he coped with it with great strength and grace. She is also a charming and likable person and runs a tight household.

Such traits mark her as the Dog of the zodiac, known for its lovely and honest behavior, as well as its prudence. Dogs make for excellent parents and spouses for these reasons.

1 Year Of The Boar: Noriaki Kakyoin

Kakyoin made a bad first impression, but he was being controlled by a DIO flesh bud. Once it was removed, his real personality emerged, and he proved an agreeable fellow who is kind to others, quite generous, and hardworking.

Thus, he is like the Boar of the zodiac, renowned for its diligent nature and its generous spirit toward others. Boars are a combination of the Ox and Dog in that way.

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