The 8th house is an unusual house, in line with the 12th.It is a scary house. It rules taboos. It rules emotions we are afraid to face. It rules passionate sexuality. It rules soul mate relationships. People with many 8th house planets are said to be repressed. These natives may mature late. Once they do, they will have an unusual depth, as they were forced to bring themselves up from a nether land. She may look like a cheerleader, but when she opens her mouth, you will be surprised what is under that pretty exterior. The 8th house rules all things which are hidden, all things which are taboo. It is no surprise it rules death.