Their count and analysis is essential to a complete understanding of the major belief structures in the horoscope. A low or lacking Element is an immediate clue of imbalance of the ego in the delineation of the law of momentum flow. If they are lacking, mistrust and disbelief in that function or quality is implied. An overabundance of one, and an over-reliance on that belief element is then indicated. Masculine is assertive and extroverted, and feminine is receptive and introverted.
Balance is extremely important by aspect count and element count.
Planets in a Grand trine pattern of one elemental family reflects a closed defense mechanism and over relied upon abuse and use of the element involved if not well balanced with developmental tension. In analysis, a point system is used for each Element and Modal representation. One point for each planet, ascendant and midheaven. Two points for the Sun and Moon. Excessive is usually seven or more points.