Ardra means "The Moist One" or "The Wet One," symbolizing the moisture of tears, sweat, or the humidity before a storm. Its deity is Rudra, the fierce, howling form of Shiva. Rudra is the God of Storms and the Lord of the Wild Animals. The mythology of Ardra is the mythology of the storm: it is chaotic, destructive, and frightening, but it brings the rain that is necessary for life to bloom. There is a story that when Brahma chased Rohini, Rudra (Shiva) was the one who shot the arrow to stop the incestuous act. This violence makes Ardra a star of righteousness, but a righteousness that is enforced through destruction. Rudra is not cruel; he is fierce because he must destroy ignorance. The symbol of the Teardrop represents sorrow, but also compassion. It is said that Rudra cried when he saw the suffering of the world, or in some versions, the gods cried in fear of Rudra's anger. This connects Ardra to deep emotional turmoil. Natives of this star often go through a "dark night of the soul" or a significant tragedy that breaks them open, allowing them to transform into something brilliant—like the Diamond, another symbol of Ardra. A diamond is merely carbon that has withstood immense pressure. Ardra is located entirely within Gemini, the sign of intellect. This creates a fascinating mix of the Storm God's emotion and Mercury's thinking. It is the "intellectual storm." Ardra natives analyze their pain. They are the scientists who dissect the storm to understand the weather. Rudra is also associated with the Maruts, the storm gods who are armed with lightning. This gives Ardra a sharp, piercing quality. They can be sarcastic, critical, and cutting, but their intent is often to clear the air. They are the ones who say the uncomfortable truth that everyone else is thinking but afraid to voice.