I agree, I would say Saturn and Venus have a lot of power in this chart, if not the most. Venus in Aries with strong opposition to Jupiter and moon in ,Libra with a T square to Mars in Cancer(OOOH a werewolf). Werewolf's have the whole Jekyl Hyde thing and it's in a powerful and influential position with lots of motivation(challenge) with the T-square.
To me this looks like someone who is really learning the sweet side of love and being forced to tame the beast, act less on impulse and find a true meaning in relationships especially with the Square as mentioned above. I would also think there's probably an intoxicating aspect to the emotions of and the rewards of love. Like a drug, or adrenaline rush, the relationship can hold avenues for escapism and higher spiritual awareness, use with caution.
Saturn Conjunct Sun @ 22º must feel quite lucky, especially when it comes to helping others. There must be a strong optimism, especially when faced with others doubt. North node Sagittarius combined with Aries DC looks like a total soloist, you've gotten the whole people and friends thing wrapped up and master, now it's time to push on and find yourself alone, as a pioneer, original ideas which can stimulate the masses with something of value and applicability. Like creating groups or networks which actually have function and meaning, beyond just intimacy or social connections.
Last, as most of your generation, the conjunction in Cardinal Capricorn promises innovation and leadership(politics? economics?), and being in the third house really ties into your natural abilities with people. I would imagine a very charismatic, yet conservative individual. But, most of this won't likely be realized until you experience your full Saturn Return in Aquarius which almost 4 years from now, and will last another ~3 years.
P.S. Leo MC and an added Chiron hints at someone who bears there own cross, I've seen this in charts of some very sophisticated leader-types, albeit there was heavy drug abuse in their own personal world, they were still incredibly effective at using their natural charm and charisma to "sell"
I would think you would make a very effective salesperson as well, having the ability to literally feel out(empathize) your clients/customers.
Venus square Mars most prominent. Venus being the chart ruler and in Aries, he behaves like an Aries, or at least have strong Aries energy. Both Venus and Mars are in fall, yet both are cardinal. Its an interesting conflict between aggression and introversion, risk and safety, insensitivity and vulnerability...liking bold women, but goes after them in a timid, sidestepping manner, etc.
Werewolf is a strong mars in cancer. All of the masculinity and drive from mars wading in the emotional spectrum of cancers loving protection and nourishment.
You got full masculinity on the WHOLE emotional spectrum, ups and downs!
Knowing this person intimately, I would say your interpretation is also very spot on. My Venus is in Libra and conjunct my ascendant. I am very drawn to his Aries energy. He can be tender but also very passionate, he is very childlike at times.
I always said I am dating an Aquarius-Aries hybrid.
He may be a Libra/Aries hybrid too. His Libra Asc is at 25 degrees which is the Aries degree. He may have had a lot of relationships;he has debilitated Mercury in Pisces (at risk for diseases) at 6 degrees (health) plus Mars at 8 degrees (a Scorpio degree - use caution) in Cancer squaring Venus (you). Jupiter in 12th/Libra means you can get into debt buying clothes. Some famous clothing designers have a similar conjunction in the 12th house. A relationship with this person seems challenging at first glance but his Libra characteristics may balance him out.
I'd talk about the structure he has an incomplete grand cross with an opposition between belief (Jupiter) and Love (Venus). However the more interesting thing for me is the open end of the incomplete cross H4 H5,this houses are where the trines are very active. What's more Jupiter is iinvested in one of these trines to Sun-Sat conjunction. Plus the trine coming from mars is from the 9th house. My opinion is dealing with Jupiter which ties in with the aforementioned and the north node in H2 could be explored even more in H4 H5, north node in H2 deals with a longing for a higher self worth. How does your friend feel about these houses could be a cue for you guys.
The second most powerful one that will rear its head soon, is the Pluto square Saturn/Sun conjunction. Both fixed signs, sun is identity, located in a prominent, angular house. This aspect is harsh and cruel. Strong energy that will take a lot of work and time to conquer.
In early life, potential issues with father, possible restrictive, controlling, critical, or even abusive or cruel father. Loss of father is also possible. In early adulthood, this results in incomplete ego development with deep insecurity and much overcompensation. In later adulthood, if the internal issues are not integrated, possibly controlling and abusive nature towards own family.
Lots of possibilities in manifestation. But it will manifest as the energy is strong enough. Yet Pluto-Saturn works very slowly, you won't see this at first though. As an observer, everything will take time to unfold and develop.
In Eastern countries, 8 degrees means "Black Magic" but in western it can mean "obsession."
I dated an Aries and believe me, it was no picnic. He didn't lack excitement, however, and tons of disposable income that funded impulsive activities that were fun ("let's go to Paris this weekend!"). But the ups and downs, petty & immature behavior and jealousy was exhausting. Brilliant businessman, though. And here's the kicker - he had a twin. *Note and disclaimer to the public: I recognize and HOPE that not all Aries are like that!!
Why is this a harsh aspect? I don't know very well his relationship with his father, but I know of his deep insecurity and incomplete ego development. He hurts people because of this.