Volume Twenty-Eight

郁離子曰：“大法軍中急用符法者，乃時門不利，故六丁之符以禳之。但當用咒，掌噀畫雷印鈴甲，方能應驗，此例極神，繫九天玄女傳授軍中六丁六甲神符”。

Yu Li Zǐ said: In general, when the military urgently uses talismans, it is because the current hour is unfavorable to the Eight Doors, so they draw the Li Ding talismans to ward off misfortune. When performing the talisman ritual, it must be combined with chanting a spell. One must hold water in the palm, spray it out, draw a thunder seal, shake the bell and cymbal, and make finger seals and array the talismans. Only then can the ritual be effective. This set of procedures is extremely reliable and was passed down by the Mysterious Lady of the Ninth Heaven as the military Li Ding and Li Ji divine talismans.

甲子符：甲子神君號曰“飛天大帝”，又名蛬（雨鬼）將軍，其神鼠首人身，高一丈九尺，居陽光天壘之宮，統領神將九萬九千九百，助有忠孝，怒殺不仁不義，九天青青之下。符式長一尺九寸，濶三寸一分，用青黑紙杇研砂為上吉。甲戌符：甲戌神君號曰“掩郎”，又名司獄將軍，其神犬首人身女相，其性好酒，居西隍天廐之宮，統領神兵五萬五千五百五十，喜助正將，誅斬賊兵，身長一丈六尺，綸綰九天青黃下。符式長一尺六寸，濶二寸九分，用大黃紙杇研砂紅為上吉。

The Jiazi Symbol: The Jiazi God King is known as the "Flying Heavenly Emperor," also called the Rain Ghost General. His form is a mouse head with a human body, standing one zhang nine chi tall, residing in the Palace of the Sunlight Heavenly Array, commanding ninety-nine thousand nine hundred and ninety divine generals. He supports those who are loyal and filial, and when enraged, he executes those who are unrighteous and immoral. His position is beneath the nine heavens' blue qi. The symbol should be made one chi nine cun long and three cun one fen wide, written on black and blue paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. The Jiaxu Symbol: The Jiaxu God King is known as "Yanlang," also called the Judicial General. His form is a dog head with a human body and a female appearance, loving wine, residing in the Western Enclosure Heavenly Stable Palace, commanding fifty-five thousand five hundred and fifty divine soldiers. He likes to help upright generals, cutting down bandits, standing one zhang six chi tall, tied with nine heavens' yellow and blue qi. When drawing these two symbols, one must first determine the current ten-day period, then follow the recorded dimensions, paper color, and pigment for writing. If the dimensions or colors are incorrect, the symbol will not be effective.

甲申符：甲申神君號曰“六府神”，又名捷報將軍，其神猴首人身，長二尺五寸，性甘食，好淫，居天鉞之宮，統領神兵七萬七千七百七十數，喜助順擊，綸綰九天青白，符式長一尺五寸，濶二寸七分，用白杇研紅砂為上吉。甲午符：甲午神君號曰“平水將軍”，其神馬首人身，高一丈九尺，性最烈，不宜速召，好肥大尤物，忌用馬肉供養，統領神兵九萬九千九百九十數，喜助報仇，綸綰青紅下。符式長一尺九寸，濶三寸二分，用青紅紙杇研黑丹砂為上吉。

The Jiashen Symbol: The Jiashen God is known as the "Six Departments God," also called the General of Swift Reports. He has the head of a monkey and the body of a human, standing two feet five inches tall. He enjoys delicious food and is fond of women. He resides in the Tianyue Palace and commands an army of 77,770 soldiers. He likes to assist the side that follows the natural order, and is connected with the nine heavens' blue and white qi. The symbol should be made one foot five inches long and two inches seven parts wide, written on white paper with red sand ink. The Jiawu Symbol: The Jiawu God is known as the "General of Calm Water." He has the head of a horse and the body of a human, standing one zhang nine feet tall. His nature is the most fierce and he should not be summoned hastily. He likes fat and rare delicacies and dislikes being fed with horse meat. He commands an army of 99,990 soldiers and likes to help people take revenge, connected with blue and red qi. The symbol should be made one foot nine inches long and three inches two parts wide, written on blue and red paper with black cinnabar ink. These two gods one governs swift reports and the other governs calm water. When using troops, select the symbol according to the current ten-day period, and the offerings should conform to their respective preferences and taboos.

甲辰符：甲辰神君號曰“平蠻將軍”，其神龍首人身，高一丈九尺，性清高，可順不可逆，喜東南方，輔助真人，掃蕩妖氛，統領神兵五萬五千五百五十數，綸綰青黃下。符式長一尺九寸，濶三寸九分，用青黃紙杇研紅朱為上吉。甲寅符：甲寅神君號曰“六孽將軍”，其名灌佳郎，其神虎首人身，高一丈有奇，性最躁不可輕，扶強抑弱，黨正害邪，神居天苑之位，常遊六吉之宮，統領神將七萬七千七百七十數，綸綰青黑下。符式長一尺八寸，濶二寸七分，用青紙杇研紅朱為上吉。

The Jia Chen spirit general is known as the "General Who Pacifies the Southern Barbarians." His appearance is that of a dragon's head and a human body, standing nine feet tall. He is of a refined and noble nature, and must be followed rather than opposed. He favors the southeast direction. He assists those who have achieved spiritual cultivation and eradicates evil spirits, commanding an army of 55,550 divine soldiers, and is associated with the colors of green and yellow. The formula for this spirit should be made one foot nine inches long and three inches nine parts wide, written on green and yellow paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. The Jia Yin spirit general is known as the "Six Evils General," named Guan Jialang. His appearance is that of a tiger's head and a human body, standing over one zhang tall. He is the most irritable, and must not be treated with contempt. He supports the strong and suppresses the weak, favors the upright and harms the wicked. His divine position is in the Tian Yuan palace, often wandering among the six auspicious palaces, commanding an army of 77,770 divine generals, and is associated with the colors of green and black. The formula for this spirit should be made one foot eight inches long and two inches seven parts wide, written on green paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. The six Jia formulas are now complete, with Jia Zi, Jia Xu, Jia Shen, Jia Wu, Jia Chen, and Jia Yin each governing a ten-day period. When matters arise, they should be used according to the ten-day period, and must not be confused.

右畫六甲神符，用劍訣，以左手大指杜天罡捧劍跌坐，默唸六甲神咒七遍，吸東方一口氣吹入神筆，一氣呵成。用天池水一瓶，將符焚在瓶中，壓不利之門，化凶為吉。咒曰：“吾呼六君元陽甲子神，急來速去，願君證吾身，（魁康卯勺未吉並），召奉太上老君急急如律令”。

The six Jiazi divine symbols are drawn using a sword gesture: the left thumb is placed on the Heavenly Gang position, both hands hold the sword, and one sits cross-legged. One silently recites the six Jiazi divine incantation seven times, takes a breath of eastern energy, and blows it into the brush. The symbol is then drawn in one continuous motion. Then take a bottle of Tianchi water, burn the symbol inside the bottle, and use it to suppress the unfavorable direction, thus transforming misfortune into good fortune. The incantation recited is: I summon the six divine lords and the Yuyang Jiazi deity, come quickly and go quickly. May the divine lords serve as my witness and attach themselves to my body. I invoke the secret names Qiu, Kang, Mao, Shao, Wei, and Ji together, and summon Laojun, the Supreme Elder, urgently as per the command of the law.

丁卯符：丁卯神君號曰“六將軍”，其神兔首人身，性最柔和，高一丈六尺，司九天雷火之權，統領神兵六萬六千六百六十數，驅邪斬鬼，輔佐真人，鈴錫青赤下。符式長一尺六寸，濶三寸三分，用紅青紙杇紅朱為上吉。丁丑符：丁丑神君號曰“奕將軍”，牛首人身，性好香物，高一丈八尺，居天漢之宮，司水利之權，好水戰，統領神兵八萬八千八百八十數，斬誅賊兵，鈴錫赤黃下。符式長一尺八寸，濶五寸三分，用黃紙杇研朱為上吉。

The Dingmao Symbol: The Dingmao God is known as the "Six Generals." He has the head of a rabbit and the body of a human, and his nature is extremely gentle. He is one and a half chi tall, and controls the power of the Nine Heavens' thunder and fire. He commands an army of sixty-six thousand six hundred and sixty soldiers, and he expels evil spirits, kills ghosts, assists the true person, and shakes the bells of green and red color. The symbol should be made one foot six inches long and three inches three parts wide, written on red and blue paper with cinnabar as the best choice. The Dingchou Symbol: The Dingchou God is known as the "Chess General." He has the head of a cow and the body of a human, and he loves fragrant objects. He is one and eight chi tall, living in the Palace of the Milky Way, controlling the power of water, skilled in water battles, commanding an army of eighty-eight thousand eight hundred and eighty soldiers, specializing in killing thieves, and shaking the bells of red and yellow color. The symbol should be made one foot eight inches long and five inches three parts wide, written on yellow paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. The six Ding gods are the hidden yin spirits of the six Jia days in each ten-day period. When drawing the symbol, one must take the name and appearance according to the current ten-day period, and must not confuse them.

丁亥符：丁亥神君號曰“塗將軍”，其神豬首人身，性好米食飲酒，宜寬請不可急召，身高一丈四尺，鎮天皇之宮，喜輔順誅逆，統領神兵四萬四千四百四十數，鈴錫赤黃下。符式長一尺四寸，濶二寸九分，用紅黑紙杇研紅朱為上吉。丁酉符：丁酉神君號曰“飛將軍”，其神雞首人身，性最惡，不可犯，喜飲酒肉，好陸戰忌水戰，身一丈六尺，居少微之宮，統領神兵六萬六千六百六十數，劫寨破壘，斬將搴旗，追奔逐北，赤白下。符式長一尺六寸，濶三寸一分，用赤紙杇研朱為上吉。

The Dinghai Symbol: The Dinghai Divine General is known as "Tu General," with the appearance of a pig's head and human body, who enjoys rice and wine. He should be invited calmly and not summoned urgently. He is one zhang four chi tall, guarding the Heavenly Palace, favoring the assistance of those who follow the right path and punishing rebels. He commands an army of forty-four thousand four hundred and forty soldiers, shaking red-yellow bells. The symbol should be made one zhang four cun long and two cun nine fen wide, written on red-black paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. The Dingyou Symbol: The Dingyou Divine General is known as "Fei General," with the appearance of a chicken's head and human body, whose nature is the most fierce and who must not be offended. He enjoys meat and wine, is skilled in land battles but avoids water battles. He is one zhang six chi tall, residing in the Xiaomi Palace, commanding an army of sixty thousand six hundred and sixty soldiers, capable of raiding camps, breaking fortifications, beheading generals, capturing flags, pursuing the fleeing and defeating the retreating. His position is beneath red and white. The symbol should be made one zhang six cun long and three cun one fen wide, written on red paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. These two generals have one slow and one quick nature, so when summoning, the speed should be adjusted accordingly, and the offerings should be according to their preferences in order to respond to their presence.

丁未符：丁未神君號曰“（未載何姓）將軍”，其神羊首人身，喜食菓品蔬菜之物，好烈口，忌陰雨，身高一丈八尺，居鎮南極之宮，統領神兵八萬八千八百八十數，沖虜破陣，不能御，鈴錫赤下。符式長一尺八寸，濶三寸一分，用赤黃紙杇研朱為上吉。丁巳符：丁巳神君號曰“陳將軍”，蛇首人身，性最毒，不可輕用，喜食六畜之物，不忌水陸，高一丈四尺九寸，鎮守天屏之宮，統領神兵四萬四千四百四十數，復城陷陣，變化無窮，鈴赤赤下。符式長一尺四寸九分，濶二寸九分，用紅紙杇研黑丹為上吉。

The Dingwei符: The Dingwei divine general is known as a general, but his surname is not recorded in the original text. His appearance is a sheep head with a human body, who likes to eat fruits and vegetables, and prefers spicy and strong flavors, avoiding rainy days. He is one and eight chi tall, guarding the southern polar palace, commanding an army of eight thousand eight hundred and eighty soldiers, capable of attacking enemies and breaking enemy lines, making enemies unable to resist, shaking red bells. The symbol should be made one chi eight cun long and three cun one fen wide, written on red yellow paper with ground cinnabar as the best choice. The Dingsi符: The Dingsi divine general is known as General Chen, with a snake head and human body, his nature is the most poisonous, and should not be used lightly. He likes to eat meat of domestic animals, not avoiding water or land battles. He is one chi four cun nine fen tall, guarding the celestial screen palace, commanding an army of four thousand four hundred and forty soldiers, capable of recovering cities and breaking enemy lines, with endless changes, shaking red bells. The symbol should be made one chi four cun nine fen long and two cun nine fen wide, written on red paper with ground black cinnabar as the best choice. The six Ding symbols are now complete, paired with the previous six Jia symbols, one yang and one yin, used according to the ten-day cycle when marching and performing rituals.

右畫六丁符，用斗訣，以左手大指，杜天地步斗而坐，默唸六丁神咒七遍，吸南方一口吹入神筆，一氣呵成，作法如前。咒曰：“六丁神兵，八卦之精，推例神將，安在吾身，聞咒速至，百事通靈，無事不報，不得動令，吾奉九天玄女急急如律令”。

The six Ding talismans drawn above must be made using the Dou Jue technique: the left thumb should be placed on the position of heaven and earth, then after stepping on the罡 and settling down, silently recite the Six Ding divine spell seven times. Take a breath of the southern energy and blow it into the brush, completing the drawing in one breath. The rest of the procedure is the same as when drawing the Six Jia talismans. The spell recited is: The Six Ding divine troops are transformed from the essence of the Eight Trigrams; following the example, summon all the divine generals, and have them reside on my body. As soon as the spell is heard, they must quickly arrive, enabling the accomplishment of all kinds of matters through spiritual insight; nothing will fail to report, and they must not disobey orders. I obey the command of the Mysterious Lady of the Ninth Heaven. Urgently as per the decree.

陽遁九局：冬至驚蟄一七四，小寒二八五同推，春分大寒三九六，立春八五二相隨，榖雨小滿五二八，雨水九六三為期，清明立夏四一七，芒種六三九為宜，十二節氣時候定，上中下分是根基。陰遁九局：夏至白露九三六，小暑八二五之間，大暑秋分七一四，立秋二五八循環，霜降小雪五八二，大雪四七一相關，處暑排來一四七，立冬寒露六九三，此是陰遁起例法，節氣推宜仔細看。

Yang Dun has nine structures, determined by the solar terms and the upper, middle, and lower trigrams: On the Winter Solstice and the Awakening of Insects, use one, seven, and four structures respectively; On the Lesser Cold, use two, eight, and five structures; On the Spring Equinox and the Greater Cold, use three, nine, and six structures; On the Beginning of Spring, use eight, five, and two structures; On the Grain Rain and the Lesser Fullness, use five, two, and eight structures; On the Rain Water, use nine, six, and three structures; On the Clear and Bright and the Beginning of Summer, use four, one, and seven structures; On the Grain in Ear, use six, three, and nine structures. Once the twelve solar terms are fixed, the division of the upper, middle, and lower trigrams becomes the basis for arranging the structures. Yin Dun has nine structures: On the Summer Solstice and the White Dew, use nine, three, and six structures respectively; On the Lesser Heat, use eight, two, and five structures; On the Greater Heat and the Autumn Equinox, use seven, one, and four structures; On the Beginning of Autumn, use two, five, and eight structures; On the Frost Descent and the Lesser Snow, use five, eight, and two structures; On the Greater Snow, use four, seven, and one structures; On the Heat Dissipates, use one, four, and seven structures; On the Beginning of Winter and the Cold Dew, use six, nine, and three structures. This is the method for determining the structures of Yin Dun. When arranging the structures according to the solar terms, one must carefully verify.

第一局：乙奇同輔星臨休門。號曰“飛龍在天”，主將軍於京地千里，利西方進兵札營，出門有二鳥齊鳴成奇勳也。陽五局甲己日乙亥時，但無九地之神，候查。陽三局乙庚日丙戌時，但無玄武之神。陰三局丙辛日戊子時。陽三局甲己日乙亥時有天輔。

The first chart: the day's odd element "Yi" and the Tian Fu star are in the same palace and approach "Xiu Men", forming the pattern "Fei Long Zai Tian". This pattern indicates that a general can achieve great feats within a thousand li of the capital, and it is favorable to advance troops and set up camps to the west. When two birds call out together at the time of the military departure, it signifies the accomplishment of an extraordinary achievement. The original text notes the corresponding time period: Yang Dun fifth chart on a Jia or Ji day at Yihai hour, but this chart lacks the Jiudi deity, requiring further verification; Yang Dun third chart on a Yi or Geng day at Bingxu hour, but this chart lacks the Xuan Wu deity; Yin Dun third chart on a Bing or Xin day at Wuzi hour; Yang Dun third chart on a Jia or Ji day at Yihai hour, and in this chart, the Tian Fu star is present.

第二局：乙奇同九天、柱星臨生門，號曰“青雲得露（路）”，出軍主大勝，得首級五千、地百里，出門有老嫗到左逢，軍行五百里有壺漿來迎，吉。第三局：乙奇同任星、太陰臨傷門，號曰“太陰當權”。主大將出陣得勝，有獲輜重糧餉之類，軍行坎宮五百里有云鋪頂，西方有鼓樂，大利。

Second Formation: The Yi Qi is with the Jiu Tian and Tian Zhu Star in the same palace and facing the Sheng Men, called "Qing Yun De Lu", also known as "Qing Yun De Lu". It indicates that when sending out troops, there will be a great victory, capturing five thousand heads and expanding territory by a hundred li. When departing, an old woman comes from the left to meet them, and after marching five hundred li, the people carry jars of wine and food to welcome the army, which is a favorable omen. Third Formation: The Yi Qi is with the Tian Ren Star and Tai Yin in the same palace and facing the Shang Men, called "Tai Yin Dang Quan". It indicates that the general will win upon going out to fight, and can capture supplies such as military equipment and grain. When the army reaches five hundred li in the direction of the Kan Palace, there will be clouds like a canopy overhead, and there will be the sound of drums and music coming from the west, which is highly advantageous.

第四局：乙奇同值符、英星臨杜門，號曰“霹靂雷全”。宜副將出軍正將坐營，得地四十里、首級五千餘，軍行宜兌宮，出門有道人相逢，本營有旗旗折，大利。陽六局丙辛日乙未時。陰二局乙庚日乙酉時。第五局：乙奇同六合臨景門，號曰“天馬馳星”。軍行宜出兌宮，巽宮坐營，有異人獻策，得軍馬於京，出門有大風，行至五百里大雨驟至，吉。陽八局戊癸日乙卯時，是否天柱星，應查。陰一局戊癸日乙卯時，同局又是天芮。

Fourth Section: The 乙奇 is in the same palace as the Chief Symbol and the Also known as Right Assistant Star star, and is over the Located in the Southeast Xun, called "Thunder and Lightning Complete." It is suitable for the deputy general to lead troops into battle while the main general remains in camp. This will result in gaining control of an area forty li in size and capturing over five thousand heads. The army should move in the direction of the 兑 palace. When leaving the camp, a hermit will be encountered, and a flagpole in the main camp will break. These are all favorable signs. The time of this situation: Yang Dun sixth section on a 丙 day or 辛 day at the Yiwei hour; Yin Dun second section on a 乙 day or 庚 day at the Yiyou hour. Fifth Section: The 乙奇 is in the same palace as the Liu He and is over the Jing Gate, called "Heavenly Horse Galloping." The army should depart from the 兑 palace and set up camp in the 巽 palace. A strange person will come to offer advice, and military horses can be obtained in the vicinity of the capital. When leaving the camp, a strong wind will arise, and after traveling five hundred li, a sudden heavy rain will come. These are auspicious signs. The time of this situation: Yang Dun eighth section on a 戊 day or 癸 day at the Yimao hour; it is still uncertain whether this section is under the Also known as the Po Jun star. In Yin Dun first section on a 戊 day or 癸 day at the Yimao hour, the same section is under the 天芮 star.

第六局：乙奇同白虎、心星臨死門，號曰“五虎臨門”。宜出巳宮坐午宮，正將大勝，得城池、首級、車馬、財帛，軍行出門有紫色雲氣，行三里有黃傘人至，大吉。第七局：乙奇同太陰、禽星臨驚門，號曰“月出天衢”。軍行宜出干宮坐營巳宮，攻城利西北，奪地利東南，出門有三人飛馬報獻消息，有鷹鳴，大利。

The sixth formation: Yi Qi and the White Tiger, along with the Tian Xin Star, are in the same palace and face the Death Door, called "Five Tigers at the Gate." It is favorable to send troops from the direction of Si and to establish a camp at the direction of Wu. The commander will achieve a great victory, capturing cities, heads, chariots, horses, and wealth. When the army departs, purple clouds rise, and after walking three li, a person with a yellow umbrella comes forward, which is very auspicious. The seventh formation: Yi Qi and the Tai Yin, along with the Tian Rui Star, are in the same palace and face the Jing Door, called "The Moon Rises over the Celestial Path." The army should depart from the Qian Palace and set up camp at the direction of Si. Attacking a city is favorable in the Northwest direction, and seizing land is favorable in the Southeast direction. When departing, three people on horseback rush to deliver messages, and the sound of an eagle is heard, which is highly advantageous.

第八局：乙奇同九天、天輔星臨開門，號曰“太陰得令”。至於天子御駕親征，判伏四夷，剿除不法。陰三局甲己日乙丑時。第九局：乙奇同柱星、直符臨休門也，號曰“白虎揚威”。宜劫人營寨、奪人糧草，大勝。宜坎宮出陣，巽宮坐營，主將有功，出門三里有青雀飛噪，途中遇火起，大吉。陽三局丁壬日乙巳時。陰八局甲己日乙亥時。

The eighth formation: The ethereal general (Yi Qi) is in the same palace as the Jiu Tian (Nine Heavens) and the Tian Fu star, and is facing the Open Door (Kai Men), called "Tai Yin De Ling" (the Yin force is in command). This formation is of great importance and can be used by the Son of Heaven to personally lead his troops, to subdue the surrounding barbarian tribes, and to eliminate those who break the law. The time for this formation is the Yichou hour on the Jia or Ji day of the Yang Dun (Yang遁) third formation. The ninth formation: The ethereal general (Yi Qi) is in the same palace as the Tian Zhu star and the Chief Symbol (Zhi Fu), and is facing the Xiu Men (Resting Gate), called "Bai Hu Yang Wei" (the White Tiger displays its might). It is suitable for capturing the enemy's camp and seizing their supplies, leading to great victory; it is advisable to attack from the Kan palace and to set up camp in the Xun palace, ensuring the commander will achieve great success; if a green bird flies and cries three miles from the camp, or if there is a fire encountered on the way, these are all auspicious signs. The time for this formation is the Yisi hour on the Ding or Ren day of the Yang Dun third formation, or the Yihai hour on the Jia or Ji day of the Yin Dun eighth formation.

第十局：乙奇同九天、柱星臨生門，號曰“天羅地網”。主大將出陣，百戰百勝，得地千里，城池十餘，所向皆利，軍行出門有大風起自西北，東北有雷聲相應，大吉。第十一局：乙奇同太陰、柱星臨傷門，號曰“六合同春”。出軍有損攻戰，宜與敵人有弓弩埋伏東西，出軍宜防之。出行有黃雲四起，辰巳時利。

The tenth formation: Yi Qi is with Jiu Tian and Tian Zhu star in the same palace and faces Sheng Men, called "Tian Luo Di Wang". This indicates the general will go out to fight and win every battle, capturing land for a thousand miles and capturing over ten cities, with all directions favorable. When marching out, there will be a strong wind coming from the northwest, and thunder sounds from the northeast, which is very auspicious. The eleventh formation: Yi Qi is with Tai Yin and Tian Zhu star in the same palace and faces Shang Men, called "Liu He Tong Chun". The army will suffer losses because the enemy has hidden bows and arrows in the east and west. When the army moves out, it should be cautious. When traveling, yellow clouds rise from all sides, and it is favorable to act at the time of Chen and Si. Both formations use Tian Zhu star, one facing Sheng Men and entirely auspicious, the other facing Shang Men and causing loss. This shows that fortune and misfortune do not lie in the stars but in the gates.

第十二局：乙奇同六合、柱星臨杜門，號曰“玉女歸關”。出戰大將有傷，利東北不利西南，軍行出門微雨，不利。第十三局：乙奇同九天、禽星臨景門，號曰“喜鵲爭巢”。利用火攻，後劫人營寨，得人器械、戈盾之屬，軍行午時，出門未時，兵行三里遇兔，大吉。

Twelfth Formation: The 乙奇 is with the 「六合」 and the Also known as the Po Jun star in the same palace and over the 「杜门」, called 「玉女归关」. When going to battle, the commander is likely to be injured. It is advantageous to move towards the Northeast but not the Southwest. When marching out, if light rain falls, it is an unfavorable omen. Thirteenth Formation: The 乙奇 is with the 「九天」 and the Tian Rui Star star in the same palace and over the 「景门」, called 「喜鹊争巢」. It is favorable to first use fire attacks, then raid the enemy's camp and capture their weapons and shields. The army should march at noon and depart at midday. When the soldiers march three li, they encounter a rabbit, which is a great auspicious sign.

第十四局：乙奇同朱雀、任星臨死門，號曰“鳥占枯枝”。出軍主士卒失散，所為不遂，戰不成功，軍行出門有雁南來，不吉。陽九局乙庚日丙戌時。第十五局：乙奇同螣蛇、輔星臨驚門，號曰“黃龍昇天”。出陣宜水戰不宜陸戰，水戰有東風天助，利火攻，軍行五百里有紫色雲氣，大吉。

The fourteenth layout: The 乙奇 is with the Vermilion Bird and the Tian Ren star in the same palace and over the Death Door, called "Bird Occupying Withered Branches." It indicates that when sending troops out, soldiers will scatter, and the intended affairs will not be fulfilled; in battle, success will not be achieved. When marching out, large geese fly south, which is not auspicious. The time involved is the Bingxu hour on the ethan or geng day in the Yang Dun of nine palaces. The fifteenth layout: The 乙奇 is with the Boa Snake and the Tian Fu star in the same palace and over the Jing Door, called "Yellow Dragon Ascending to Heaven." It is favorable for naval warfare rather than land warfare; during naval battles, the east wind assists, indicating heavenly favor and also favorable for using fire attacks. When marching fifty li, purple clouds appear, which is very auspicious.

第十六局：乙奇同太陰、蓬星臨開門，號曰“天虎司衡”。利守不利戰，正將出師有憂，利出巽宮，丁甲焚符可免途中遇雲掩紅日，不利。第十七局：乙奇同九地、芮星臨休門，號曰“天樞直日”。軍行宜出干宮坐未宮，不利攻城，若在大寒節乃利攻城，軍行出門有五彩人至，大利。陽三局甲己日乙亥時。

The sixteenth layout: When the Yi Qi is with the "Taiyin" and the Tianpeng Star in the same palace and over the "Kaimen", it is called "Tianhu司衡". It is favorable for defense but not for battle; the commander going out on a military campaign will face troubles. The army should move in the direction of the Xun Palace, and burning the symbols of Ding and Jia can avert disaster. If clouds block the red sun on the way, it is an unfavorable omen. The seventeenth layout: When the Yi Qi is with the "Jiudi" and the Tianrui Star in the same palace and over the "Xiumen", it is called "Tianshu Zhi Ri". The army should depart from the Qian Palace and set up camp at the position of Wei. It is not favorable for attacking a city, but if it is during the Great Cold season, it becomes favorable for attacking a city. When the army departs, if people wearing clothes of five colors arrive, it is very beneficial. The current situation: Yang Dun third layout on the Jia day or Ji day at the Yihai hour.

第十八局：乙奇同太陰、沖星臨生門，號曰“白露橫江”。宜出坎宮或午宮，用符水噀之，利水戰，可得首級二千、舟車數百，出門有白魚入舟，大利。第十九局：乙奇同六合、禽星臨傷門，號曰“風散百花”。不宜出師，不利主將，有折兵覆舟之阨，軍行出門遇西風，有惡風，不利。行師若事急不得已，當出巽宮，先書六甲符，噀之、燒之，可免凶煞。陰四局戊癸日乙卯時。

Eighteenth Situation: The Ethereal General (Yi Qi) is in the same palace as the Great Yin and the Tian Chong Star, and is located at the Life Gate, called "White Dew Across the River." It is favorable to send troops from the Kan Palace or the direction of Wu, using a符 water held in the mouth to spray and clear the way. This is advantageous for naval warfare, capable of capturing two thousand heads and seizing hundreds of boats and vehicles; when departing, white fish jump into the boat, which is highly beneficial. Nineteenth Situation: The Ethereal General (Yi Qi) is in the same palace as Liu He and the Tian Rui Star, and is located at the Shang Men, called "Wind Scattering the Flowers." It is not favorable to send troops, which is detrimental to the commander, leading to losses of soldiers and the capsizing of boats; when marching out, encountering a west wind is an evil wind, which is unfavorable. If the military situation is urgent and troops must be sent, they should proceed in the Xun Palace direction. First write the Liujia符, spray the符 water on it, then burn it, which can eliminate theInauspicious Sha. The applicable time: Yin Dun fourth situation on the Wu day or the Gui Mao hour of the Khui day.

第二十局：乙奇同輔星、白虎臨杜門，號曰“虎嘯生風”。軍行宜出寅宮，坐巳宮，利陸戰，五十里地有伏兵，宜退不宜進，出行有瞽至，主小利。第二十一局：乙奇同九天、任星臨景門，號曰“飛蛾撲火”。不利守城，宜死戰守城，破敵則可，若敵人有反間之計，不可從。出門有白犬當路，不利。

The twentieth layout: Yi Qi and Tian Fu Star are in the same palace as Bai Hu, and they are over Jing Men, called "Tiger Roars and Wind Rises." The army should depart from the direction of Yin and camp at the direction of Si, which is favorable for land battles; there are enemy ambushes fifty miles away, so it is better to retreat than to advance; when going out, a blind person comes, indicating minor convenience. The twenty-first layout: Yi Qi, Jiu Tian, and Tian Ren Star are in the same palace and over Jing Men, called "Fireflies Rushing into Flames." It is unfavorable for defending the city; if defense is necessary, it must be fought with all strength, and it can be used to break the enemy; if the enemy uses reverse tactics, one must not believe them. When going out, a white dog blocks the way, which is an unfavorable omen.

第二十二局：乙奇同朱雀、柱星臨死門，號曰“尸橫遍野”。不宜出師，宜固守營壘，謹防西、北二方有賊劫營，午時不利。陽遁朱雀即陰遁元武。陰六局乙庚日乙酉時。第二十三局：乙奇同螣蛇、任星臨驚門，號曰“昆蟲變化”。宜岀西方，水陸俱利，城池可破，大將可擒，出門有白雲當空，行三里天有微雨，大利。

The twenty-second layout: The 乙奇 is with the Vermilion Bird and the Po Jun star in the same palace and over the Death Door, called "Corpse Spread Everywhere." It is not suitable to send out troops; instead, one should hold the camp firmly and strictly guard against enemies attacking from the west and north directions. The hour of午 is especially unfavorable. The original note explains: The Vermilion Bird in Yang Dun becomes the Black Tortoise in Yin Dun. The corresponding time: Yin Dun sixth layout on an 乙 day or a 庚 day at the Yiyou hour. The twenty-third layout: The 乙奇 is with the 螣蛇 and the Zuo Fu Xing star in the same palace and over the Jing Door, called "Insects Changing." It is suitable to send troops westward; both naval and land battles are advantageous. Forts can be captured and enemy generals can be captured alive. When leaving the camp, there is white cloud in the sky, and after walking three li, light rain begins to fall from the sky, which is very favorable.

第二十四局：乙奇同任星、入符臨開門，號曰“天門大開”。大將出師，得城池、首級數百，軍行宜從坎宮，主聞鼓樂聲，有野人獻策，大利。陽八局甲己日乙丑時。陰四局戊癸日乙卯時。陰七局戊癸日乙卯時。

Twenty-fourth Chart: The odd general (Yi Qi) and the Tian Ren star are in the same palace as the Chief Symbol (Zhi Fu), and the Open Door (Kai Men) is present. The original text's "Ru Fu" should be a mistake for "Zhi Fu." This configuration is called "Tian Men Da Kai" (Heavenly Gate Fully Open). It indicates that the general will be able to capture cities and obtain hundreds of enemy heads. The army should advance from the Kan palace direction, and along the way, they will hear the sound of drums and music. Wild people will come forward to offer strategies, which is highly advantageous. The time of occurrence: Yang Dun (Yang遁) eighth chart on the Jia day or Ji day at the Yi Chou hour; Yin Dun (Yin遁) fourth chart on the Wu day or Gui day at the Yi Mao hour; Yin Dun seventh chart on the Wu day or Gui day at the Yi Mao hour.

第二十五局：丙奇同六合、芮星臨休門，號曰“五星聚會”。大將出師，宜出坤宮坐巽宮，得首級五千，又得一名大將知天文地理，可招服之。大將出師宜遇大雪，春遇微雨，有狗二隻從西方來。陰九局丁壬日丙午時。第二十六局：丙奇臨朱雀、任星臨生門，號曰“如魚失水”。大將出師不利，主士卒傷火矢，若事急不得已出坎宮，宜書丁甲符，水制之可反凶為吉，出門忌見人持彩物來，不利。

The Twenty-Fifth Situation: The Moon General 「Jing」 and 「Liu He」, together with the Tian Rui star, are in the same palace and face 「Xiu Men」, which is called 「Five Stars Converging」. The general should depart from the Kun palace and set up camp in the Xun palace, which will result in capturing five thousand enemy heads and also recruiting a talented general who understands astronomy and geography, who can be persuaded to submit. When the army departs, if there is heavy snow, or in spring there is light rain, and two dogs run from the west, these are all signs of success. The time of this situation: Yin Dun ninth situation on a Ding day or a Ren day at Bingwu time. The Twenty-Sixth Situation: The Jing General and 「Vermilion Bird」, together with the Tian Ren star, are in the same palace and face 「The Life Gate」, which is called 「Fish Losing Water」. The general's campaign is unfavorable, and the soldiers are likely to be injured by fire weapons and arrows. If the military situation is urgent and they must proceed, they should go in the direction of the Kan palace, and write a Ding Jia symbol, using the symbol water to subdue the situation, which can turn misfortune into good fortune. When leaving, it is inauspicious to see someone holding a colored object coming face to face.

第二十七局：丙奇同值符、心星臨傷門，號曰“得出天羅”。主大將出師，宜出南方坐正北，始不利，主午時大獲輜重、器械，途中遇青衣道人持書獻策來迎，大吉。第二十八局：丙奇同值符、芮星臨杜門遇甲己日，號曰“六甲逢時”。出軍有小傷，士卒皆有憂色，午時出兵大利，得土地、破城，人心歸順，出門五百里有婦人衣色服自西方來，大利。陽八局丙辛日丙申時。

The twenty-seventh situation: The Jing Qi is with the "Chief Symbol" and the Tian Xin star in the same palace and faces the "Shang Men", called "Emerging from the Heavenly Net". This indicates that the commander should lead the army to the south for deployment and establish a base in the north. Initially, it is not favorable, but by noon, there will be a large capture of supplies and weapons. On the way, a Taoist man wearing blue clothes will come with a letter to offer advice and welcome the army, which is very auspicious. The twenty-eighth situation: The Jing Qi is with the "Chief Symbol" and the Tian Rui star in the same palace and faces the "Du Men", and coincides with a Ji day or a Ji day, called "Six Jia Meet the Right Time". There will be minor casualties in the army, and the soldiers will all show signs of worry. However, if the army departs at noon, it will be very favorable, capable of capturing land and breaking through cities, with the people's support. When leaving the camp, after traveling five hundred li, a woman wearing colorful clothes comes from the west, which is very favorable. The current situation: Yang Dun eighth situation, on a Bing day or Xin day, at the Bing Shen hour.

第二十九局：丙奇同勾陳、蓬星臨景門，號曰“魚龍變化”。主將出師單騎破，虜獲首級數十，宜坤宮坐營，軍行出門遇仙風、道人，大利。陽遁勾陳，陰遁白虎。陰八局丙辛日丁酉時。第三十局：丙奇同勾陳、英星臨死門，遇午、未時，號曰“寶鏡重磨”。大將出師，先敗後勝，得地五千，宜震宮，出門遇黃衣道人騎白馬至，大利。陽二局丙辛日丙申時。陰二局丙辛日戊戌、己亥皆同。

The twenty-ninth layout: The propitious star 丙奇 is in the same palace as 「Gou Chen」 and the star Also known as the Greedy Wolf Star, and is over the 「Jing Gate」, called 「Fish and Dragon Transformation」. The commander can defeat the enemy with a single horse, capturing dozens of enemy heads; it is advisable to set up camp in the Kun palace; when marching out, encountering a clear breeze and a hermit is very beneficial. Original note: In Yang Dun, 「Gou Chen」 is 「White Tiger」 in Yin Dun. The corresponding time: Yin Dun eighth layout on a 丙 day or 辛 day at Dingyou time. The thirtieth layout: The propitious star 丙奇 is in the same palace as 「Gou Chen」 and the star Also known as Right Assistant Star, and is over the 「Death Gate」, and coincides with the time of 午 or 未, called 「Precious Mirror Re-polished」. The commander will first suffer a defeat but then achieve victory, gaining land of five thousand; it is advisable to move in the direction of the Zhen palace; when going out, encountering a yellow-clothed hermit riding a white horse is very beneficial. The corresponding time: Yang Dun second layout on a 丙 day or 辛 day at Bingshen time; Yin Dun second layout on a 丙 day or 辛 day at Wuxu time or Jihai time are the same.

第三十一局：丙奇同太陰臨驚門，號曰“蛇入龍穴”。主將出師可，宜入人城池，得金寶數萬，軍行出門西方有鼓聲，白雲射斗牛，黃雲蓋頂，大利。陽九局戊癸日丙辰時，但遺漏星名，是否天柱臨宮？俟查。第三十二局：丙奇同九天、六合臨開門，號曰“鴻鵠沖天”。主大將出師大勝，可奪人土地，斬將寨旗，軍中有員歸營，出門東南有紅霓射天市垣，大利。陰五局丁壬日丙午時，九天重出，是否遺漏天柱？俟查。

The thirty-first situation: The Bingqi is with the Taiyin in the same palace and faces the Jingmen, called "a snake entering a dragon's nest." The commander can lead an army out and attack the enemy's city, obtaining tens of thousands of silver and gold treasures. When the army moves out, drums are heard from the west, and white clouds shoot straight towards the Dipper mansion and the Ox mansion, with yellow clouds covering the head, which is very favorable. The time of this situation: Yang Dun ninth palace on a Wu day or a Gui day at Bingchen hour, but the original text omitted the star name; whether the Tianzhu star is in the palace remains to be verified. The thirty-second situation: The Bingqi is with the Jiu Tian and Liuhe in the same palace and faces the Open Door, called "a swan soaring to the sky." The commander can lead a great army out and achieve a great victory, capturing the enemy's land, killing enemy generals, and capturing the enemy's flags, with missing soldiers returning to the camp. When leaving the camp, a red rainbow is seen shooting straight towards the Tianshi垣 in the southeast direction, which is very favorable. The time of this situation: Yin Dun fifth palace on a Ding day or a Ren day at Bingwu hour; in this entry, Jiu Tian is repeated, so whether the Tianzhu star was omitted remains to be verified.

第三十三局：丙奇同螣蛇、芮星臨休門遇壬子日，號曰“天罡擇地”。主將先凶後吉，有弓矢之傷，至吉時得勝，可得土地，殺人盈野。軍行出門三里主陰雨微微，大吉。第三十四局：丙奇同九地、任星臨生門，號曰“蛇入燕巢”。不可出軍，有敵人伏兵入營內，傷副將軍。軍行三里南方有鼓聲，主軍中有火起，不利。

The thirty-third formation: The Bing Qi is in the same palace as the "Teng Sha" and the Tian Rui star, and is over the "Xiu Men," and also meets the Ren Zi day, called "Heavenly Gang Selecting the Ground." The commander will first suffer misfortune and then have good fortune, will be wounded by arrows, but will eventually win the battle, can capture land, and kill enemies everywhere. When marching out three miles, the sky will send light rain, which is very auspicious. The thirty-fourth formation: The Bing Qi is in the same palace as the "Jiudi" and the Tian Ren star, and is over the "Sheng Men," called "Snake Entering the Swallow's Nest." It is not advisable to send troops, because the enemy's hidden soldiers will infiltrate our camp and injure the deputy commander; when marching out three miles, if drums are heard from the south, it indicates a fire in the army, which is an inauspicious omen. Both formations are over the auspicious gates Xiu Men and Sheng Men, but one is auspicious and the other is inauspicious, showing that even auspicious gates need to be considered with the eight deities and nine stars in the same palace.

第三十五局：丙奇同六合、輔星臨傷門，號曰“天門大開”。大將從震宮出可縛敵首，有擒王斬將之功，軍行有黑雲氣起震宮，大利。第三十六局：丙奇同六合、任星臨杜門遇庚申日，號曰“枯木逢春”。主戰陣已破之，兵復整出陣，竟成大利。軍行出門三里有鴉鳴之聲飛過，大吉。

The thirty-fifth formation: The Jing Qi (丙奇) is in the same palace as Liu He (六合) and Wenqu Star (天辅), and faces Shang Men (伤门), called "Heavenly Gate Opened Wide." The general can lead troops from the Zhen Palace to capture the enemy leader, achieving the merit of capturing the enemy king alive and killing enemy generals; when marching, dark clouds rise from the direction of the Zhen Palace, which is highly favorable. The thirty-sixth formation: The Jing Qi (丙奇) is in the same palace as Liu He (六合) and Zuo Fu Xing (天任), and faces Du Men (杜门), and coincides with Gengshen day, called "Withered Wood Meets Spring." This indicates that the enemy has already broken through our formation, but the remaining troops reorganize and go back into battle, eventually turning the situation into great advantage. When leaving the camp three miles away, crows fly past crying, which is very auspicious.

第三十七局：丙奇同九天、芮星臨景門，號曰“蛟龍失水”。主出師不利，折車馬、損輜重。若事急宜向兌宮出，以行水解之，亦可半吉。軍行出門遇烈日，行至十里有鼓聲，大利。第三十八局：丙奇同朱雀、輔星臨死門，號曰“天沖臨陣”。出師宜從震方，主敵人退三舍，得首級四十，獲大將一員，出門西北方有巨雷聲，二十里大利。

The thirty-seventh layout: The Bing Qi (Ghostly General) is in the same palace as the Jiu Tian (Nine Heavens) and the Tian Rui Star, and faces the Jing Gate, called "Jiao Long Shi Shui" (Dragon Losing Water). This indicates an unfavorable military campaign, with loss of vehicles and supplies; if the military situation is urgent, the army should advance toward the Dui Palace direction, using water-related methods to appease the situation, which can result in partial good fortune. When marching out and encountering a fierce sun, and hearing the sound of drums after traveling ten miles, it turns into great benefit. The thirty-eighth layout: The Bing Qi is in the same palace as the Zhu Que (Vermilion Bird) and the Tian Fu Star, and faces the Si Men (Death Gate), called "Tian Chong Lin Zhen" (Heavenly Impact at the Battlefield). The army should advance from the Zhen direction, with the enemy retreating ninety li, and capturing forty enemy heads and capturing one enemy general; when marching out and hearing a loud thunder in the northwest direction, and reaching twenty li, it becomes greatly beneficial.

第三十九局：丙奇同值符、芮星臨驚門遇卯未日時，號曰“風雲聚會”。主大將出師，棄西北出東南，伏兵能得首級五百。軍行出門三里有野飛來，大吉。陽二局甲己日丙寅時。陰二局乙庚日丙子時。第四十局：丙奇同九天、芮星臨開門，號曰“群羊搏虎”。辰戌日時出兵大敗，折馬卒三千，不宜戰。軍行遇虎，不利。

Thirty-ninth Situation: When the Bing Qi (Ghost General) is in the same palace as the Chief Symbol and the Tian Rui Star, and is over the Jing Door, and coincides with the day branch or hour of Mao or Wei, it is called "Storm and Clouds Gathering." This indicates that the commander should abandon the Northwest and march from the Southeast, setting ambushes that can capture five hundred enemy heads. When the army departs, wild birds fly in from three miles away, which is a great auspicious sign. The corresponding time situation: Yang Dun (Yang遁) second situation on the day of Jia or Ji with the hour of Bingyin; Yin Dun (Yin遁) second situation on the day of Yi or Geng with the hour of Bingzi. Fortieth Situation: When the Bing Qi is in the same palace as the Jiu Tian (Heavenly Mansion) and the Tian Rui Star, and is over the Open Door, it is called "Flock of Sheep Fighting a Tiger." Marching on the day of Chen or Xu or during those hours will result in a great defeat, losing three thousand horses and soldiers, and is not suitable for battle. Encountering a tiger during the march is also an inauspicious omen.

第四十一局：丙奇臨太陰、蓬星臨休門，號曰“天日照臨”。主兵得勝，吉。縛大將一員，得地三十里，城池可破，軍行宜從艮宮出，坐坤宮，行至五百里有大火，風雨十里有。陽三局戊癸日丙辰時。陰八局日時皆同。第四十二局：丙奇同六合、沖星臨生門，號曰“秋風四起”。軍行宜在艮宮出，坐在兌宮，四路伏兵，破敗敵五百騎，俱不利水戰。軍行出門有一人獻輿圖，大利。

Forty-first Layout: The Bing Qi (Ghost General) is in the same palace as the Tai Yin (Great Yin) and the Tian Peng Star, and is over the Xiu Men (Gate of Rest), called "Heavenly Sun Shining Down." This is a favorable layout; it indicates victory in battle, capturing an enemy general, gaining control of thirty li of land, and being able to attack and break through a city. The army should depart from the Gen Palace and camp in the Kun Palace. After traveling fifty li, a great fire will be encountered, and after another ten li, there will be wind and rain. The time for this layout: Yang Dun (Yang遁) three layouts on the Wu day or the Gui day, at the Bing Chen (Bing Chen) hour; the Yin Dun (Yin遁) eight layouts also have the same day and hour. Forty-second Layout: The Bing Qi (Ghost General) is in the same palace as the Liu He (Six Harmonies) and the Tian Chong Star, and is over the Sheng Men (Gate of Life), called "Autumn Winds Rising from All Sides." The army should depart from the Gen Palace and camp in the Dui Palace. Ambushes should be set up on all four sides, capable of defeating five hundred enemy cavalry, but all routes are unfavorable for water battles. When the army departs, someone will present a map, which is highly advantageous.

第四十三局：丙奇同朱雀臨傷門遇午未日，號曰“河魁奪魄”。主將宜出離宮坐坎宮，利水戰，可奪舟楫，軍行出門西方有火起，大利。陽一局乙庚日丙子時是否任星，應查。丙戌日時亦同天英又是。第四十四局：丙奇同九地、心星臨杜門遇申子辰日，號曰“天乙司沖”。軍行宜出兌宮坐震宮，可得地五千里。出門有黃衣人自南方來報獻消息，大利。

Forty-third Formation: When the Jing Qi is in the same palace as the Vermilion Bird and faces the Shang Men, and it coincides with a Wu day or a Wei day, it is called "He Kuai Dao Po." The commander should deploy troops from the Li palace and establish a base in the Kan palace, which is favorable for naval warfare and can lead to capturing enemy ships. When marching out, fire starts in the west, which is highly advantageous. The current situation: If it is Yang Dun Formation, on an Yi day or a Geng day, at the Bingzi hour, whether it is the Tian Ren star should be checked. The same applies to Bingxu day and hour, which corresponds to the Tian Ying star. Forty-fourth Formation: When the Jing Qi is in the same palace as the Jiudi and the Tianxin star, and faces the Du Men, and it coincides with a Shen, Zi, or Chen day, it is called "Tian Yi Si Chong." The army should depart from the Dui palace and camp in the Zhen palace, which can secure control over a territory of five thousand li. When departing, a person wearing yellow clothes comes from the south to report news, which is highly advantageous.

第四十五局：丙奇同太陰、英星臨景門，號曰“火焚昆岡”。主大將出師百里，破寨斬首級七百。出門遇黃衣人自西來，大吉。陽二局癸酉日丙辰時。陰七局戊癸日丙辰時。第四十六局：丙奇同六合、柱星臨死門遇卯未日時，號曰“天河轉運”。出師不利，主傷士卒、車馬。軍行出師有微雨，行至三百里有群鳥向北飛來，不利。

Forty-fifth scenario: The propitious spirit丙奇 is in the same palace as 太阴 and Also known as Right Assistant Star star, and is over the Jing Gate, called "Fire Consuming Kunkang." This indicates that the general will lead an army for a hundred li, capable of breaking enemy camps and capturing seven hundred enemy heads. When departing, encountering a person in yellow clothes coming from the west is very auspicious. The corresponding time: Yang Dun second scenario on the Guiyou day, Bingchen hour; Yin Dun seventh scenario on the戊 day or癸 day, Bingchen hour. Forty-sixth scenario: The propitious spirit丙奇 is in the same palace as Liu He and Also known as the Po Jun star, and is over the Death Gate, and coincides with the卯 or 未 day branch and hour, called "Heavenly River Transferring Fortune." The military campaign is unfavorable, leading to casualties among soldiers and vehicles and horses; when the army departs, it is raining lightly, and after traveling three hundred li, a flock of birds flies north, which are all ominous signs.

第四十七局：丙奇同朱雀、任星臨驚門，號曰“太乙得令”。軍行出門可得城池，戰必勝，攻必取。若在驚蟄時節，軍行有黃雲從巽宮起，大吉。第四十八局：丙奇同勾陳、心星臨開門在雨水前，號曰“河魁直時”。利水戰，可縛敵首，軍行遇西方有鼓聲，大吉。陽八局丙辛日丁酉時。陰四局日時同。陽一局丙辛日甲午時。

Forty-seventh Layout: The Bing Qi is in the same palace as the Vermilion Bird and the Tian Ren star, and is over the Jing Door, called "Taiyi in Command." When marching out, it can capture cities; in battle, it will surely win; in attack, it will surely take. If it is exactly during the time of Jingzhe, and yellow clouds rise from the Xun palace direction, it is very auspicious. Forty-eighth Layout: The Bing Qi is in the same palace as the Gou Chen and the Tian Xin star, and is over the Open Door, and it is before the Rain Water solar term, called "He Kuai at the Time." It is favorable for water battles and can capture the enemy leader. When marching, if drums are heard from the west, it is very auspicious. The current time layout: Yang Dun eighth layout on a Bing day or Xin day at the Dingyou hour; Yin Dun fourth layout with the same day branch hour; Yang Dun first layout on a Bing day or Xin day at the Jiawu hour.

第四十九局：丁奇同值符、任星臨休門遇丑未日時，號曰“雨霽滄江”。出師宜出坎宮坐坤宮，可奪寨、焚糧、用計、伏兵，大勝。軍行三里有微雨，遇西風，大利。陽七局乙庚日丁丑時。陰四局戊癸日丁巳時。第五十局：丁奇同太陰、禽星臨生門，號曰“勝光爭位”。出師不利，主大將有災，士卒多阨。軍行宜退不宜進，軍行出門遇有北風大起，不利。陽八局丁壬日乙巳時。

Forty-Ninth Situation: The Star 'Ding' and the Chief Symbol, along with the Tian Ren Star, are in the same palace and over the Xiu Men. This occurs when the day or hour is Dingchou or Wei, known as 'Rain Clears the River'. The army should depart from the Kan Palace and encamp in the Kun Palace, enabling the capture of the enemy's stronghold, burning their grain stores, employing strategies, and setting ambushes, leading to a great victory. When marching three miles, encountering light rain and a western wind is highly advantageous. The applicable situation: Yang Dun seventh situation on the second or seventh day of the lunar month, at Dingchou hour; Yin Dun fourth situation on the fifth or tenth day of the lunar month, at Dingsi hour. Fiftieth Situation: The Star 'Ding' and the Tai Yin, along with the Tian Qin Star, are in the same palace and over the Sheng Men, known as 'Competing for Position'. This indicates an unfavorable campaign, with the general facing calamity and soldiers suffering hardships. Marching should be retreat rather than advance. If departing while encountering a strong northern wind, it is an unfavorable omen. The applicable situation: Yang Dun eighth situation on the fourth or ninth day of the lunar month, at Yisi hour.

第五十一局：丁奇同六合、任星臨傷門，號曰“群鷄化鳳”。主將宜出震宮坐離宮，可破敵五百騎，遇午未時更勝。軍行有老人攜子來見，大吉。第五十二局：丁奇同朱雀臨杜門遇寅卯日時，號曰“火鍊金丹”。主大將出師，從兌上出先凶後吉，軍行出門遇婦人抱子來，見群鴉飛噪，大吉。陽四局甲己日丁卯時，但遺漏星名，是否天蓬臨宮，當須查考。陰四局亦同格局，又是天柱名，俟查。陽二局丙辛日戊子時，與陽四局同。

Fifty-first layout: Ding Qi is with Liu He and Tian Ren star in the same palace and faces Shang Men, called "A group of chickens transforming into a phoenix." The commander should send troops from the Zhen palace and set up camp in the Li palace, capable of defeating five hundred enemy cavalry; if it occurs at the hour of Wu or Wei, the victory will be even greater; during the march, if an old man with children comes to meet, it is very auspicious. Fifty-second layout: Ding Qi is with the Vermilion Bird in the same palace and faces Du Men, and also meets the day and hour of Yin and Mao, called "Fire refining the golden elixir." The main commander's expedition should start from the Dui direction, initially dangerous but eventually auspicious; when leaving the camp, if a woman with a child approaches, and also sees a group of crows flying and calling, it is very auspicious. Current situation: Yang Dun fourth layout on the day of Jia or Ji with Ding Mao hour, only the star name is omitted, whether Tian Peng star is in the palace needs to be checked; Yin Dun fourth layout is the same pattern, but recorded as Tian Zhu star, needs to be checked; Yang Dun second layout on the day of Bing or Xin with Wu Zi hour, is the same as Yang Dun fourth layout.

第五十三局：丁奇同勾陳、禽星臨景門，號曰“鼠落糠盤”。出師先勝後不成，敗大功。軍出門見西方有火起，不利。第五十四局：丁奇同九天、英星臨死門遇子午日時，號曰“孤舟渡江”。主大將軍宜出坎宮，東方坐營，可斬大將三員者，首級三千，天子出師，可服萬國，出兵南方，有五色雲見，大吉。第五十五局：丁奇同六合、心星臨驚門，號曰“太歲坐營”。宜出大兵八方皆利，可得土地數千里，敵兵盡掃。軍出南方有大風起，白雲見頂，大吉。

Fifty-third Formation: Ding Qi is with Gou Chen and Tian Rui Star in the same palace and faces Jing Gate, called "Mouse Falling on a Grain Pan." The army starts with a victory but eventually fails, ruining great achievements; when leaving the camp, seeing fire rising in the west is an ill omen. Fifty-fourth Formation: Ding Qi is with Jiu Tian and Tian Ying Star in the same palace and faces Si Gate, and coincides with Zi or Wu as the day branch or hour. This is called "A Single Boat Crossing the River." The general should march from Kan Palace and set up camp in the east, defeating three enemy generals and capturing three thousand heads; if the emperor personally leads the army, it can make all countries submit; when marching south, five-colored clouds appear, which is very auspicious. Fifty-fifth Formation: Ding Qi is with Liu He and Tian Xin Star in the same palace and faces Jing Gate, called "The Year God Sitting in the Camp." It is suitable to launch a large-scale attack, with advantages in all directions, gaining land thousands of miles and completely defeating the enemy; when marching south, a strong wind rises and white clouds appear above the head, which is very auspicious. Ding Qi formations start from the forty-ninth formation, and up to this point, seven formations have been covered, with both good and bad outcomes alternating. When using them, one must consider the day branch and the gate it faces together.

第五十六局：丁奇同值符、輔星臨開門，號曰“豹變南山”。主將出師大勝，軍出宜出巳宮坐營震宮，出門有二小兒從北方來見，大吉。陽三局乙庚日丁丑時。陰九局戊癸日丁巳時。第五十七局：丁奇同太陰、蓬星臨休門遇丑未日時，號曰“雷震百里”。大將出師大利，宜出震宮，得地二百里，斬首級五百。出門遇婦人著紅衣自西方來，大吉。陽七局丁丑日丙戌時。陰三局同。

Fifty-sixth Situation: When the General (丁奇) is in the same palace as the Chief Symbol and the Wenqu Star, and is over the Open Door, it is called "Leopard Transformation of the Southern Mountain." The commander will achieve a great victory in battle; the army should depart from the direction of Si and set up camp in the Zhen Palace; when leaving, two children come from the north and meet, which is very auspicious. The time of this situation: Yang Dun three situations on the day of Dingchou on the second day of the Yin month or the day of Geng on the day of Dingchou; Yin Dun nine situations on the day of Wu or the day of Gui on the day of Dingsi. Fifty-seventh Situation: When the General (丁奇) is in the same palace as the Taiyin and the Greedy Wolf Star, and is over the Xiu Men, and coincides with the day branches of Chou or Wei, it is called "Thunder Shaking a Hundred Li." The commander will have great advantage in battle, and should depart from the Zhen Palace, gaining control of a territory of two hundred li and capturing five hundred enemy heads; when leaving, encountering a woman in red clothes coming from the west is very auspicious. The time of this situation: Yang Dun seven situations on the day of Dingchou on the day of Bingxu; Yin Dun three situations are the same.

第五十八局：丁奇同六合輔星臨生門，號曰“六合臨陣”。主大將出師大勝，軍出離宮坐震宮，直擊敵首，莫攻敵尾。出門有雞鳴，大吉。第五十九局：丁奇俱同前。第六十局：丁奇同六合、心星臨杜門，號曰“玉女反面”。主大將出師不利，巽宮出營，宜坐營稍吉。軍出門行五里遇微雨，至十里有敵來戰，不利。陰三局丁壬日庚子時。

Fifty-eighth Formation: When the General (丁奇) is in the same palace as 「Liu He」 and 「Wenqu Star」, and is located at 「The Life Gate」, it is called 「Liu He at the Battlefield」. This indicates that the commander will achieve a great victory. The army should depart from the Li Palace and camp in the Zhen Palace. In battle, they should directly attack the enemy's headquarters and not attack the enemy's rear. If they leave the camp and hear a rooster crow, it is very auspicious. Fifty-ninth Formation: The pattern used for the General (丁奇) is exactly the same as the previous formation. Sixtieth Formation: When the General (丁奇) is in the same palace as 「Liu He」 and 「Tianxin Star」, and is located at 「Du Gate」, it is called 「Yu Nu Reversed」. This indicates that the commander's campaign will be unfavorable. If the army departs from the Xun Palace, it is better to stay and wait rather than move. If they walk five miles and encounter light rain, and then walk ten miles and meet the enemy in battle, it is an unfavorable omen. The current situation: Yin Dun, third formation, on a Ding day or a Ren day at the Gengzi hour.

第六十一局：丁奇同朱雀、任星臨景門，號曰“六丁沖陣”。出軍宜向西方坐營，有敵伏在北方，可得地三處。出門空中有五色雲見，行至三里遇群豬，大利。第六十二局：丁奇同太陰、任星臨死門，號曰“金剛掃地”。出師宜向南，又宜坐震宮，主先凶後吉，可得首級五千。軍出門遇術士獻策，大利。

The sixty-first layout: Ding Qi and the Vermilion Bird, along with the Tian Ren star, are in the same palace and over the Jing Gate, called "Six Ding Charging Array." It is favorable to march westward and set up camp; the enemy has hidden troops in the north, which should be guarded against; this campaign will gain control of three regions. When leaving, five-colored clouds appear in the sky; after walking three li, encountering a group of pigs is highly advantageous. The sixty-second layout: Ding Qi and the Tai Yin, along with the Tian Ren star, are in the same palace and over the Death Gate, called "Diamond King Sweeping the Ground." It is favorable to march southward and to hold the Zhen Palace; the situation is initially unfavorable but eventually favorable, with the capture of five thousand enemy heads. When leaving, encountering a sorcerer offering advice is highly advantageous. Both layouts take the Tian Ren star as the main factor; one is favorable for hidden troops when over the Jing Gate, and the other is initially unfavorable but eventually favorable when over the Death Gate. When using these layouts, one must discern the nature of the gates.

第六十三局：丁奇同九天、輔星臨驚門，號曰“河落呈祥”。宜南方出軍，東方坐營。若攻城亦宜向震宮，三日奏捷。軍出門三里見瑞氣從東南方來，大吉。第六十四局：丁奇同九天、禽星臨開門，號曰“太白垂光”。出師得勝，多獲金寶。軍行宜出震宮坐干宮。行五里有鸇鳴，二百里人獲器物，大利。

Sixty-third Situation: Ding Qi is with Jiu Tian and Tian Fu Star in the same palace and faces Jing Door, called "River Falls Presenting Auspices." It is suitable to march from the south and camp in the east; if attacking a city, it is also suitable to attack in the direction of Zhen Palace, and victory can be achieved within three days; when leaving the camp, three miles away, one sees auspicious qi coming from the southeast direction, which is very auspicious. Sixty-fourth Situation: Ding Qi is with Jiu Tian and Tian Qin Star in the same palace and faces Open Door, called "Tai Bai Hanging Light." The military campaign will be victorious, and there will be much gain of gold and silver treasures; the army should march from Zhen Palace and camp in Qian Palace; when walking five miles, one hears the call of the zhan bird, and when walking two hundred miles, someone finds lost objects, which is very advantageous.

第六十五局：丁奇同蓬星臨休門遇辰戌日，號曰“熒惑生光”。宜離宮出軍，坎宮坐營，宜用火攻，可破敵都邑，俘獲上將，出門見黃衣人自北來，不利。第六十六局：丁奇同值符、輔星臨生門，號曰“羅猴過渡”。宜出師坎宮坐營坤宮，主破敵三十騎，得地百里，斬首級三千。軍出遇大風一陣，即不利。

Sixty-fifth Situation: When the General of the Odd (Ding Qi) is in the same palace as the Greedy Wolf Star (Tian Peng) and faces the Life Gate (Sheng Men), and also occurs on a辰 (Chen) day or戌 (Xu) day, it is called "Flame Star Produces Light." It is advisable to march from the Fire Palace (Li) and set up camp in the Water Palace (Kan). Fire attack is suitable, which can break through the enemy's capital and capture high-ranking generals; however, if one sees a person in yellow clothes coming from the north when leaving, it is an unfavorable omen. Sixty-sixth Situation: When the General of the Odd (Ding Qi) is in the same palace as the Chief Symbol (Zhi Fu) and the Wenqu Star (Tian Fu), and faces the Life Gate (Sheng Men), it is called "Rohini Transition." It is advisable to march from the Water Palace (Kan) and set up camp in the Earth Palace (Kun). It indicates breaking through thirty enemy cavalry, gaining land for a hundred li, and capturing three thousand enemy heads. If a strong wind comes during the march, it turns into an unfavorable situation.

第六十七局：丁奇同朱雀、心星臨傷門，號曰“月孛當空”。出師不利，事急不得已，宜以鬼掌符水噀北方可出，得三里有跛足人自西北來報，大利。第六十八局：丁奇同勾陳、禽星臨杜門，號曰“月德臨門”。宜副將出陣，可得地五千里，宜兌宮坐營，出軍東方，向西而行，有雷炮聲應，大吉。

Sixty-seventh Situation: Ding Qi is with the Vermilion Bird and the Tian Xin Star in the same palace and faces the Shang Men, called "Moon孛 in the Sky." It is unfavorable for military campaigns; if the military situation is urgent and one must go out, use the Ghost Hand符 water to spray towards the North to clear the way, then one can march out; after walking three li, a person with a limp comes from the Northwest to report, which is actually very favorable. Sixty-eighth Situation: Ding Qi is with the Gou Chen and the Tian Rui Star in the same palace and faces the Du Men, called "Monthly Virtue at the Gate." It is advisable for a deputy general to go out, and one can gain territory of five thousand li; it is advisable to set up camp in the Dui Palace, to march out from the East, and to advance towards the West; along the way, if there is thunder and cannon fire in harmony, it is very auspicious.

第六十九局：丁奇同九天、天任星臨景門，號曰“天德照門”。利副將出師，軍行五里遇伏兵，不可戰，行二里東方有火光，不利。第七十局：丁奇同九地、柱星臨死門，號曰“陰陽不交”。主大將出師，有弓矢之災。軍出不宜北方，利西南方，坐營艮宮，其災可免。行三里有公差騎馬，大吉。

Sixty-Ninth Formation: Ding Qi is with the Jiu Tian and Tian Ren star in the same palace and over the Jing Gate, called "Heavenly Virtue Illuminating the Gate." It is favorable for the deputy general to lead an expedition; however, after marching five li, the army will encounter an enemy ambush and should not engage in battle; after walking another two li, firelight appears in the east, which is an unfavorable omen. Seventieth Formation: Ding Qi is with the Jiudi and Tian Zhu star in the same palace and over the Death Gate, called "Yin and Yang Not Interacting." The commander leading an expedition will suffer from arrows; the army should not march northward, but should head southwest and set up camp in the Gen Palace, thus avoiding this disaster; after walking three li, encountering a messenger on horseback passing by is highly auspicious. Both of these formations initially have ominous signs; one involves encountering an ambush on the way, the other involves being struck by arrows. However, both can be resolved by choosing the right direction for the camp. This shows that even ominous formations are not entirely unusable.

第七十一局：丁奇同九天、任星臨驚門，號曰“三臺得位”。出師大勝，宜艮宮出軍，坎宮坐營可，軍千乘地千里，出門有微雨，大吉。第七十二局：丁奇同勾陳、輔星臨開門，號曰“瑞生九鼎”。主出師大勝，四方皆利，得城池、土地並得上將首級。軍行三里有白雲自西北方來，東方風起，皆大利。

Seventy-first layout: The Ding Marvel is in the same palace as the Jiu Tian and the Tian Ren star, and faces the Jing Door, called "Three Platforms in Position." This indicates a great victory in battle; it is advisable to send troops from the Gen palace and to set up camp in the Kan palace; one can gain a thousand chariots of soldiers and a thousand miles of land; when departing, light rain falls, which is very auspicious. Seventy-second layout: The Ding Marvel is in the same palace as the Gou Chen and the Tian Fu star, and faces the Open Door, called "Blessed Birth of the Nine Cauldrons." This indicates a great victory in battle, with benefits in all directions, capable of capturing cities and land, and cutting off the heads of enemy generals; when marching three li, white clouds come from the Northwest, and wind arises from the East, both are signs of great advantage. The seventy-second layout concludes the complete set. The Bing, Ding, and Jia Marvels each lead twenty-four layouts, combined with the eight doors, nine stars, and eight deities, allowing all military affairs to be judged according to the layouts.