According to legend, the Jade Emperor held a race to determine how to name each year, which brought out the best, and worst, in the animals From snake-themed events to whether your luck is in: discover all you need to know about the coming Lunar New Year in our Year of the Snake 2025 series.

Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the Chinese lunar calendar.

The year of the Wood Snake is upon us, and with it, the invitation to slither into the spirit of the dead-shedding totem of power, resilience, and personal evolution. The Snake is synonymous with Yin energy — feminine cunning,

Lunar New Year horoscope as it kicks off on Jan. 29, 2025. What the Year of the Wood Snake means for you based on your Chinese zodiac sign, according to Chinese metaphysics consultant Vicki Iskandar.

When it comes to the Chinese Zodiac, each sign comes with an animal, number and element. Learn more about your sign and its meaning.

Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the Chinese lunar calendar.

Chinese New Year is linked to an animal each year with 2025 being the Year of the Snake but what zodiac animals is yours based on the year you were born?