Breaking Bad. Most of these characters possess similar attributes that determine their success in their drug empires spanning two shows. Others have unique qualities to challenge the main characters and cause a host of problems.
All of the villains featured have distinct personalities that align with a specific zodiac sign. Whether they are stubborn, brutal, or family-oriented, the characters' positive and negative traits create interesting storylines and trials for the protagonists.
Aries: Walter White
Walter White is introduced as an underpaid, underappreciated, and timid man in Breaking Bad, the complete opposite of an Aries. However, he becomes quite the headstrong leader as he grows his drug empire. He eventually turns into a former shell of himself, becoming a villain in his own story as he is more assertive and less understanding of those around him.
Originally depicted as cowardly, Walt develops a tougher exterior to ensure his family will be fine without him. His morals are compromised as he gains the competitiveness and self-centeredness of an Aries.
Taurus: Howard Hamlin
In Better Call Saul, Howard is depicted as a stable, materialist Taurus. As a partner at HHM, Howard is incredibly successful, and it is noticeable. He drives a Jaguar, is a member of an elite country club, and annoyingly flaunts his wealth. Unsurprisingly, viewers want to see Howard taken down by the end of Better Call Saul.
He is tenacious, trying to keep his morals as Jimmy McGill tries to tear him down in unethical ways by doing things like planting fake cocaine in his country club locker. Like a true Taurus, Howard is incredibly stubborn when it comes to Jimmy and itting that he could become successful on his own without the help of the successful HHM.
Gemini: Todd Alquist
Breaking Bad's Todd Alquist s the cast in season 5 when he begins working for Walter White. He demonstrates characteristics of a Gemini, with his versatility and desire to please. He gives Jesse ice cream but, keeps him cooking meth against his will. His personality adapts to different situations.
Geminis can jump from idea to idea and place to place, so they sometimes lack direction in the way that Todd does. He is enthusiastic about making Uncle Jack happy and never questions orders, which leads him to be a remorseless killer.
Cancer: Chuck McGill
As one of the biggest villains on Better Call Saul, Chuck has the intuition of a Cancer sign. He has always known Jimmy was unable to be successful without being a con artist. His intuition that Jimmy's ethics would always be compromised proved to be correct.
However, he also exhibits intense insecurity and mood fluctuations surrounding Jimmy becoming a lawyer, and goes on a warpath to get revenge when Jimmy sabotages his case. He manages to record Jimmy in secret confessing to his misdeeds despite having electromagnetic hypersensitivity, showing the lengths he would go to for vengeance.
Leo: Betsy Kettleman
Betsy Kettleman is a smart villain in Better Call Saul. She is proud and denies any wrongdoing when her husband is busted for embezzlement. Confidence and a commanding presence are strong Leo traits. Betsy is confident her husband can win in court despite all evidence pointing to jail time and attempting to blackmail Jimmy into helping them.
She is dramatic and protective of her family, going as far as camping in the woods with their stolen money to escape authorities. Jimmy manipulates her into forming an opinion about Howard and she tries to convince others that Howard does drugs, making her the perfect Leo.
Virgo: Gus Fring
Gus Fring is a memorable villain throughout Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad. He is incredibly intelligent in both his drug and restaurant businesses. He demands perfection from everyone he employs. He internalizes much of his emotions and exhibits a calm exterior when faced with challenging situations.
Virgos are known for being highly critical and detail-oriented. Gus meticulously plans and executes everything, like when he bought the house next door and connected the houses with a tunnel so his enemies would never surprise him.
Libra: Jack Welker
Libra signs are generally superficial, social, and indecisive. However, Jack Welker from Breaking Bad can be classified as a Libra due to his ability to manipulate. He tries to manipulate Jesse into continuing working for him by forcing him to watch Todd kill his ex-girlfriend, and he threatens to kill her son if Jesse tries to escape again.
His Libra superficiality is revealed in his final moment when Walt is going to kill him. His entire personality changes to cowardly in an attempt to save his own life when he tried so hard to maintain his intimidating exterior to Walt as he claimed he would kill Jesse.
Scorpio: Don Eladio
If Don Eladio did not have the determination and persistence of a Scorpio, he would not rise to the head of the Cartel in Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad. His ambition and desire to control people allows him to be a dominant leader. He is actually quite friendly to his associates, although a bit intimidating.
Don Eladio is cautious like a Scorpio. He is aware of potential threats to his position and pits his subordinates against each other to prevent alliances. He even refuses to drink from a bottle of gifted tequila until Gus Fring takes the first sip.
Sagittarius: Tuco Salamanca
Tuco Salamanca displays both negative and positive Sagittarius traits in Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad. He is a careless and brutal addition to the Cartel and Salamanca family. He beats up No-Doze for disrespecting Walt and Jesse and forces Walt to try to revive him to no avail.
His violent outbursts occasionally stem from being caring like Sagittarius. He loves his grandmother and values family. When two men allege that Tuco's grandmother ran one of them over, he beats them up and eventually breaks one of their legs upon advice from Jimmy McGill.
Capricorn: Hector Salamanca
Capricorns are known for their loyalty and resourcefulness. Hector Salamanca from Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad is the epitome of a Capricorn. He remains loyal to the Cartel during his stint in prison, refusing to give information to the DEA. He is loyal to his family as he hides the whereabouts of Lalo after discovering he is still alive.
Hector has a great character arc and must be resourceful, as his stroke left him unable to verbally communicate. He uses a bell to communicate with his family and enemies. However, he is also stubborn like a Capricorn and refuses to listen to opposing views, opting to do as he pleases.
Aquarius: Lalo Salamanca
Lalo Salamanca displays all the classic negative traits of an Aquarius in Better Call Saul. He is impulsive and unpredictable. Whether killing a harmless couple in their home or killing a TravelWire employee for not giving him information, Lalo acts on his emotions without much thought.
His moods are inconsistent, and it causes Nacho to be very unsettled in his presence. However, Lalo possesses an Aquarian intelligence. He has a body double in the event his enemies attempt to kill him, which pays off when the charred body of his double is mistaken for him.
Pisces: Juan Bolsa
Those born under Pisces like to be connected. Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad confirm Juan Bolsa's desire to be connected with powerful individuals. He allows Gus to stay alive due to his mysterious past after Max's murder. He attempts to intervene in Lalo's bail and strengthen his business relationship with Gus.
However, Pisces signs are malleable. Despite warnings from Lalo, Bolsa trusts Gus and does not believe he will seek revenge for Max's death. He is essentially an idealist who believes the police will protect him when Gus finally gets vengeance.