Energy (兵势篇 - Bing Shi)
Original Content
In all fighting, the direct method (Zheng) may be used for joining battle, but indirect methods (Qi) will be needed in order to secure victory. The onset of troops is like the rush of a torrent, the quality of decision is like the well-timed swoop of a falcon.
Description
How to create overwhelming momentum (Shi) and explosive timing (Jie). Focuses on the synergy of direct and indirect forces.
Related Hexagrams
Hexagram Zhen (The Arousing): 'Shock brings success.' The ultimate release of kinetic energy, unstoppable and thunderous.
Hexagram Xun (The Gentle): 'Wind following wind.' The entry of indirect (Qi) forces, penetrating every gap.
Hexagram Xie (Deliverance): 'Thunder and rain set in.' The release of pressure and the deconstruction of the situation.
Hexagram Da Zhuang (Great Power): 'Thunder in the sky.' Momentum accumulated to the peak with power to break through barriers.
Hexagram Qian (The Creative): 'Dragon flying in the sky.' Absolute superiority in potential energy (momentum).