posted January 25, 2008 06:28 PM         

Whether on a balmy island in the South China Sea or in the dusty Australian Outback, how do you think your Zodiac Sign would manage stranded far from civilization? Survivor's first season winner, Richard Hatch, was an Aries -- and he was infamously coldhearted, focused and self-contained. Is that what it takes to survive? The *Stars* have some ideas…

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Aries

In it for: The glory of besting others, the physical challenges

Luxury item Aries takes along: Red chili paste, curry or something hot hot hot to spice up all that bland rice

Remember the whole Rat vs. Snake speech? You should really watch out for the Ram! No scheming or alliances for Aries; this turbo-charging free agent defies Tribe standards, going it alone and relying on strength and speed. May be too impatient to stay in it for the long haul.

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Taurus

In it for: The money, the test of endurance

Luxury item Taurus takes along: Silky pajamas

While not the flashiest Survivor, Taurus is kind of like the earnest Tortoise that beat the Hare. Patience, calm and trustworthiness win them easy alliances. With that tried-and-true, slow-and-steady approach, Taurus has everyone beat when it comes to just waiting it out.

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Gemini

In it for: Kicks

Luxury item Gemini takes along: Pocket video games

Survivalism's not really Gemini's bag. Nah, the quintessential restless native, Gemini would just be along for the opportunity to flirt with other exhibitionists, to kick butt on the mental challenges and to have some fun.
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Cancer

In it for: The chance to overcome fears

Luxury item Cancer takes along: Their secret warm cuddle blankie -- shhh, don't tell ...

Cancer's like the mother of the Tribe, making everyone feel at home. Though the Crab could use its shrewd intuition to fool potential allies into its trust, a fierce loyalty keeps this Sign true blue. And Cancer hates voting people off the show -- it just seems so vindictive!
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Leo

In it for: The fame

Luxury item Leo takes along: A hairbrush, which was a toss-up with a mirror

"Money, schmoney," says Leo. "Give me the spotlight!" This vain Lion gets so caught up in talking before the cameras, it may lose sight of the objective of the challenge. Sulky when rejected or dejected, Leo's generally sunny disposition and optimism boost the morale of all involved.
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Virgo

In it for: A break from routine

Luxury item Virgo takes along: As many bottles of SPF 1000 sunblock as can be smuggled in

Would be good at eating rice every day for weeks but would squirm when it came time to eat anything squishy, greasy, mysterious or less-than-healthy. Though the quintessential fussy camper, Virgo may be good at systematically devising a scheme to sneak off with the prize ...
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Libra

In it for: The romantic possibilities

Luxury item Libra takes along: Deodorant with anti-perspirant

Librans are prone to indecision and vacillating passions, but they're also born diplomats. They'll play a major hand in all alliances and, thanks to their charm, will be entrusted with secrets and taken into others' confidence. Their ambiguity could be their strength or their downfall!

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Scorpio

In it for: The chance to use cunning and intelligence to succeed

Luxury item Scorpio takes along: A portable CD player and some sexy, trancey music for escaping the wilderness

Scorpio isn't going to let anyone in on its strategy, and all should be advised against indulging a confidence to this wily genius. Though they're certainly able to keep the secret, you can't be sure they won't use it to their advantage!

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Sagittarius

In it for: The adventure

Luxury item Sagittarius takes along: A Swiss Army knife outfitted with dozens of tools

Since this Sign likes being on the move, you can count on the Sagittarian Survivor to be the one out roaming the territory, exploring the uncharted land and taking plenty of chances. Their courage may pay off for the others, though, for Archers can be a bit too forthcoming with what they know.

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Capricorn

In it for: The personal challenge

Luxury item Capricorn takes along: If that trusty personal digital assistant is out, Capricorn insists on wearing a watch just to keep up with that (unnecessary) personal schedule

Though industrious, smart and sure-footed, Capricorn's weaknesses lie in its judgment of character and its fear of being humiliated. If the Sea Goat can get over its sense of decorum, it could outlast the competition.
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Aquarius

In it for: The mental stimulation

Luxury item Aquarius takes along: Yoga mat

Known to be a social butterfly, Aquarius may seem too fluttery to be the last Survivor. Don't let those eccentricities fool you, though; super-intelligent and inventive, Aquarians could pull a MacGyver move, making vitamin-packed, energy-enhancing lemonade out of any lemons tossed their way.
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Pisces

In it for: The opportunity to live in another world

Luxury item Pisces takes along: A personal journal, of course, for recording feelings, impressions and experiences

Gazing dreamily at the passing cloud formations may be a nice escape, but Pisces's wistfulness could make this Sign vulnerable. Survivor I's Greg said that sweet Pisces Colleen was like a little kitten that he'd pet, play with and then 'snap its neck' as it slept. Watch your neck, trusting Pisces, and purr for no one!

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