The presence of Mars is observed in three sections of the hand: There is the mount of lower Mars, which lies just above the mount of Venus and is typically enclosed by the lifeline. It often is of a slightly more pinkish taint than its surrounding areas. The mount of upper Mars lies above the mount of Luna and below the line of heart on the percussion of the hand. It is integrated more thoroughly with the mount of Luna, but closer examination should reveal a slight bulge where the mount of Luna should be tapering. Between the two lies the plain of Mars, the smooth expanse in the center of the hand. It is interesting though not terribly edifying to note that the plain of Mars is marked with a large 'M', the 'M' being composed of the lines of heart, fate, head, and life.
The mount of lower Mars ordains the active manifestation of an individual's energies: It is the martial spirit(95), enthusiasm, aggressiveness, strength and power.(62) This mount is the mark of a pugilist, a soldier, and on occasions, a bluffer.
If overdeveloped, the individual is hotheaded and eager to either start fights or join the fracas. They are forceful, quarrelsome, and selfish(65), and indulge in the more base pleasures of eating, drinking, and when collaborated by the mount of Venus, a propensity for sinful designs pertaining to the opposite sex, which need not be discussed here.
If underdeveloped, the bearer will be spineless. They will possess poor confidence, they will be withdrawn and uncertain, and they will have difficulty motivating themselves.(97)
Markings
Few details could be found on markings for the lower mount of Mars, though there were considerably more entries regarding its counterpart, the upper mount of Mars. Should the reader encounter a mark upon the mount of lower Mars that is not explained below, they should interpret it by method of its generalized meaning, as laid out in Individual Markings on the Hand.
The mount of upper Mars, in opposition with lower Mars, exhibits the degree of passive courage and self-control an individual has. Those with a well-developed mount may not necessarily lash out against what is wrong, but they will be no lackey to it. It is the mark of persistence and the power of resistance.(62)
If the mount be overdeveloped, the bearer will exhibit stubborn, mulish qualities. They will adhere to particular philosophies beyond all rationale, and will be unwilling to compromise.
If the mount be underdeveloped, the bearer will lack persistence and surrender with shameful ease.(97)
NB: If one or both of these mounts are deficient on the hand, it may give rise to suppressed sentiments and bottled-up feelings due to the individual's inability to effect their passions.
Markings
The plain of Mars is a simple topographical feature of the hand, denoting how quickly the passions may be stirred in an individual. These "passions" are often manifested as anger, due to the fact that this feature belongs to Mars, but it may also stand for general excitement and enthusiasm.
If the plain be be overdeveloped, that is, the center of the palm bulges outward or is excessively fleshy, the bearer may be greatly high strung, encroaching upon hysteria. They are a simple matter to provoke and rouse to anger, for they more readily hang their emotions on dealings in life. If the plain be underdeveloped, the bearer possesses un unlucky, hollow palm. Not only are these individuals lacking in enthusiasm, they shall succeed in draining the vivaciousness of others when in their company. They lack the sparks that define a scintillating and vibrant personality.
Markings
As with the mount of upper Mars, few references to markings upon the plain of Mars could be found.