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Song (宋) · Wang Zuo (王佐) · Volume 2 / 5

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陽遁第六十一局、甲子、丙子、戊子、庚子、壬子。太乙在六宮,天目地主(主算三十三長和,主大將三宮發,主參將九宮挾,始擊將大義。客算三十四,客大將四宮,主挾,客參將二宮發,計神寅。此局主算和,主參將雖為客挾之,主大小將挾客大將,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜東北,戰利西南,利直陣,舉青旗,雲氣從東北來,主勝,聞賊備正北,奇兵正北,伏兵利申酉戌時。客大將格,太乙雖助客,客不利,聞賊備西北。)

Yang Dun 61st Formation: This formation occurs in the years of Jiazi, Bingzi, Wuzi, Gengzi, and Renzi. Taiyi moves to the sixth palace, which belongs to Dui (Lake) and is located in the direction of Due West. The territory corresponds to Yongzhou. The heavenly eye is over the main position. The main calculation is 33, which is long and harmonious. The main general falls in the third palace as the leader; the main deputy general falls in the ninth palace and is involved in a joint effort. The attacking general is about to take a decisive action. The guest calculation is 34; the guest general falls in the fourth palace and is surrounded by the main forces; the guest deputy general falls in the second palace as the leader; the spirit of strategy is in the寅 (Yin) position. In this formation, the main calculation is harmonious and smooth. Although the main deputy general is surrounded by the guest forces, the main general and deputy general reverse the situation and surround the guest general, which is advantageous for the main side. In battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops toward the Northeast, and to gain advantage in the Southwest. The formation should be a straight line, with green flags to correspond to the Wood energy of the East. If clouds come from the Northeast, the main side will win. The main side should be cautious of enemy movements from the Due North, and deploy a hidden force in the Due North. The best time for ambush is between the hours of Shen, You, and Xu (approximately 3 PM to 9 PM). The guest general is blocked, and although Taiyi also supports the guest side, the guest side is still disadvantageous. The main side should also be cautious of enemy movements from the Northwest.

陽遁第六十二局、乙丑、丁卯、己丑、辛丑、癸丑。太乙在六宮,天目陽德(主算二十六,主大將六宮囚,主參將八宮發,始擊將和德。客算二十五,八門杜,客大將、參將不出中宮,計神丑。此局主大將囚,客杜塞無門,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備東北,客聞賊備正北。)

Yang Dun's 62nd Formation, which occurs in the years of Yichou, Dingmao, Jichou, Xinchou, and Guichou. Taiyi is in the sixth palace (Dui Palace, due west, corresponding to the region of Yongzhou). The heavenly eye is over the Yang Virtue position. The main side's main general is at 26, and the main general is in the sixth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus is captured. The main deputy general is in the eighth palace, which is a position of departure. The attacking general is approaching the Harmonious Virtue position. The guest side's guest calculation is 25, with the eight gates blocked. The guest general and deputy general are both trapped in the central palace. The spirit of strategy is in the position of Chou. In this formation, the main side's general is captured, and the guest side's gates are blocked, with no way to escape. Both sides cannot advance and should each hold their ground. The main side should guard against enemy movements in the northeast direction, while the guest side should guard against enemy movements in the due north direction.

陽遁第六十三局、丙寅、戊寅、庚寅、壬寅、甲寅。太乙在六宮,天目和德(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將高叢。客算二十二,客大將二宮發,客參將六宮囚,計神子。此局太乙助客,客大將發,見陣利先動,出軍宜正南,戰利正北,利圓陣,舉黃旗,雲氣從南來,客勝,聞賊備正東,奇兵正東,伏兵利申酉戌時。主人杜塞無門,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備東北。)

Yang Dun is in the 63rd formation, occurring in the years of Bingyin, Wuyin, Gengyin, Renyin, and Jiayin. Taiyi is in the sixth palace (the Dui palace, due west), and the heavenly eye is at the harmonious and virtue position. The main side's calculation is 25, with the eight gates blocked. The main general and deputy general cannot leave the central palace; the attacking general is at a high position. The guest side's calculation is 22; the guest general is in the second palace, indicating an attack. The guest deputy general is in the sixth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus being captured. The spirit of strategy is in the Zi position. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, and the guest general can launch an attack. In battle, it is advisable to take the initiative, deploy troops to the due south, gain advantage in the due north, form a circular formation, and raise yellow flags to correspond with the central earth energy. If clouds come from the south, the guest side will win. Be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast direction, and deploy a surprise force in the northeast. Set ambushes during the hours of Shen, You, and Xu (approximately from 3 to 9 PM). The main side has its gates blocked, with no way out, which is unfavorable for the main side. It should only defend. Be vigilant of enemy movements from the northeast.

陽遁第六十四局、丁卯、己卯、辛卯、癸卯、乙卯。太乙在七宮,天目呂申(主算十六不和,主大將六宮外迫,主參將八宮發,始擊將大炅。客算十一,客大將一宮,主挾,客參將三宮格,計神亥。此局主人大小將挾客大將,主算不和,大將迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備東北,客聞賊備東南。)

Yang Dun sixth十四 formation, the years involved are Dingmao, Jimao, Xinmao, Guimao, and Yimao. Taiyi moves to the seventh palace, which belongs to Kun and is located in the southwest, governing Liangzhou and Yizhou. The heavenly eye is at the position of Lushen. The main side's calculation is sixteen, which is not harmonious; the main general is in the sixth palace, indicating external pressure; the deputy general is in the eighth palace, indicating an attack. The attacking general is approaching the great brightness. The guest side's calculation is eleven; the guest general is in the first palace, being surrounded by the main side; the guest deputy general is in the third palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern; the spirit of calculation is in亥. In this formation, the main side's two generals surround the guest's general, indicating that the main side's calculation is not harmonious, the general is under pressure, and the side itself gains nothing; both sides are disadvantageous and should hold their positions. The main side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast, while the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast.

陽遁第六十五局、戊辰、庚辰、壬辰、甲辰、丙辰。太乙在七宮,天目高叢(主算十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將天道,辰擊。客算一,客大將一宮發,客參將三宮格,計神戌。此局雖客目擊,太乙助客,大將發,利客,見陣利先動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西北來,客勝,聞賊備西南,奇兵西南,伏兵利未申時。主人杜塞,無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備正東。)

Yang Dun sixth十五th formation, the years involved are Wuchen, Gengchen, Renchen, Jiachen, and Bingchen. Taiyi is in the seventh palace (Kun palace, southwest, corresponding to Liang and Yi states), and the heavenly eye is over the high cluster position. The main side's main calculation is fifteen, encountering the eight gates blocked, the general and deputy general are both trapped in the central palace; the attacking general is approaching the heavenly path, forming a Chén attack. The guest side's calculation is one; the guest general falls into the first palace as the starting point; the guest deputy general falls into the third palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern; the spirit of strategy is in Xu. In this formation, although the guest side's heavenly eye encounters an attack, Taiyi supports the guest side, and the general can take the initiative, so it is advantageous for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the northwest, gain advantage in the southeast, arrange the formation and raise white flags to correspond to the western metal energy, with clouds coming from the northwest, then the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the southwest direction, deploy a surprise force in the southwest, and set up ambushes during the hours of Wei and Shen (approximately from 1 to 5 pm). The main side has its gates blocked, with no way to escape, the situation is unfavorable, and it is only advisable to hold firm, while being cautious of enemy movements from the east.

陽遁第六十六局、己巳、辛巳、癸巳、乙巳、丁巳。太乙在七宮,主挾,天目太陽(主算十二,主大將二宮,內迫,主參將六宮,外迫,始擊將武德,辰擊。客算三十四,長和,客大將四宮發,客參將二宮,內迫,計神酉。此局太乙助客,客算長,大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正東,戰利正西,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東來,客勝,聞賊備西南,奇兵西南,伏兵利未申時,主人大小將迫,不利,宜固守,聞賊備東南。)

Yang Dun sixth十六th formation, this formation occurs in the years of Jisi, Xinsi, Guisi, Yisi, and Dingsi. Taiyi is in the seventh palace (Kun palace, Southwest), being sandwiched between the main direction; the heavenly eye is at the position of the sun. The main direction's calculation is twelve; the main general is in the second palace as internal pressure, and the main assistant general is in the sixth palace as external pressure; the attacking general is at the position of Wude, forming a Chén attack. The guest direction's calculation is thirty-four, long and harmonious; the guest general is in the fourth palace as an initiative; the guest assistant general is in the second palace as internal pressure; the spirit of calculation is in You. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest, the guest's calculation is long and harmonious, and the general can initiate, which is favorable for the guest: on the battlefield, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the due east, gain advantage in the due west, arrange a sharp formation and use red flags to correspond to the southern fire energy, and if clouds come from the east, the guest will win; be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest, deploy a surprise force in the southwest, and set up ambushes during the hours of Wei and Shen (approximately 1 to 5 pm). The main direction's two generals are both under pressure, the situation is unfavorable, and it is only advisable to hold firm and be cautious of enemy movements from the southeast.

陽遁第六十七局、庚午、壬午、甲午、丙午、戊午。太乙在八宮,天目大炅(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將陰主。客算二和,客大將二宮格,客參將六宮發,計神申。此局太乙助客,算和,大將雖格,參將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正南,戰利正北,利圓陣,舉黃旗,雲氣從南來,客勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,利亥子時。主人杜塞,無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備東南。)

Yang Dun is the sixth十七th formation. This formation occurs in the years Gengwu, Renwu, Jiawu, Bingwu, and Wwu. Taiyi moves to the eighth palace, which belongs to Kan (Water) and is located in the direction of Due North. The territory associated with this palace is Guxiong. The heavenly eye is positioned at the great brightness position. The main side's calculation is twenty-five, and the eight gates are blocked. The main general and deputy general do not move out of the central palace. The general initiating the attack is associated with the Yin. The guest side's calculation is two, which is a harmonious number. The guest general is in the second palace, which conflicts with Taiyi and forms a pattern. The guest deputy general is in the sixth palace, which indicates an attack. The spirit of calculation is in the direction of Shen. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side. The guest's calculation is harmonious, and although the general is blocked, the deputy general can attack. It is advantageous for the guest side: in battle, it is suitable to attack first, deploy troops toward Due South, gain advantage in battle in the direction of Due North, arrange a circular formation and use yellow flags to correspond with the central earth energy. If clouds come from the south, the guest side will win. Be cautious of enemy movements from the Northwest, and deploy secret forces in the Northwest. The best time to move out is during the hours of Hai and Zi (approximately from 9 PM to 1 AM). The host side has its gates blocked and has no way to move out, the situation is unfavorable, and it is only suitable to hold the position. Also be cautious of enemy movements from the Southeast.

陽遁第六十八局、辛未、癸未、乙未、丁未、己未。太乙在八宮,天目大神(主算十七長和,主大將七宮發,主參將一宮,內迫,始擊將地主,掩。客算八不和,客大將八宮囚,客參將四宮發,計神未。此局太乙助主,主人算長和,大將發,參將雖迫,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西南,戰利東北,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西南來,主勝,聞賊備東南,奇兵東南,伏兵利亥子丑時。客目掩,算短不和,大將囚,不利,宜固守,聞賊備正北。)

Yang Dun sixth十八th formation, this formation occurs in the years of Xinwei, Guiwei, Yiwei, Dingwei, and Jiwei. Taiyi is in the eighth palace (Kan palace, due north, corresponding to the region of Gunzhou). The heavenly eye is at the great position. The main commander's calculation is seventeen, long and harmonious; the main general is in the seventh palace as a launch; the main deputy general is in the first palace as an internal pressure; the attacking general is near the host, forming a cover. The guest's calculation is eight, not harmonious; the guest's general is in the eighth palace, same palace as Taiyi, thus trapped; the guest's deputy general is in the fourth palace as a launch; the spirit of strategy is in Wei. In this formation, Taiyi supports the host, the host's calculation is long and harmonious, the general can launch, the deputy general although under pressure is not a problem, it is favorable for the host: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, deploy troops to the southwest, gain advantage in the northeast, arrange a square formation and white flags to correspond to the western metal energy, clouds coming from the southwest indicate the host's victory; be cautious of enemy movements in the southeast, deploy a surprise force in the southeast, and set up ambushes during the hours of Hai, Zi, and Chou (approximately from 9 pm to 3 am). The guest's heavenly eye meets a cover, the calculation is short and not harmonious, the general is trapped, the situation is unfavorable, only suitable for defense, and be cautious of enemy movements in the due north direction.

陽遁第六十九局、壬申、甲申、丙申、戊申、庚申。太乙在八宮,天目文昌將臨大威(主算十六和,主大將六宮發,主參將八宮囚,始擊將和德,宮擊。客算三十二,客大將二宮格,客參將六宮發,計神午。此局太乙助主,主大將發,利主,見陣利後動,出軍宜正西,戰利正東,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西來,主勝,聞賊備正南,奇兵正南,伏兵利亥子丑時。挾客目,大將格,不利為客,宜固守,聞賊備東北。)

Yang Dun is the sixth十九th formation. This formation occurs in the years Renshen, Jiashen, Bingshen, Wushen, and Gengshen. Taiyi is in the eighth palace (Kan Palace, due north). The heavenly eye is about to arrive at the great power position. The main side has a main calculation of sixteen, which belongs to a harmonious number; the main general is in the sixth palace as a development; the main deputy general is in the eighth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus being captured. The initial attacking general is about to arrive at the harmonious virtue position, forming a palace attack. The guest side has a guest calculation of thirty-two; the guest general is in the second palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern; the guest deputy general is in the sixth palace as a development; the counting spirit is in the hour of Wu. In this formation, Taiyi supports the main side, the main general can develop, and it is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops towards the due west, and to gain advantage in the due east. The formation should be arranged as a square formation and white flags should be used to correspond with the metal energy of the west. Clouds coming from the west indicate a victory for the main side. The main side should be cautious of enemy movements from the due south and deploy a surprise force in the due south. The best time to set an ambush is during the hours of Hai, Zi, and Chou (approximately from 9 PM to 3 AM). The guest side's heavenly eye is blocked, and the general is checked, so the situation is unfavorable. The guest side should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast.

陽遁第七十局、癸酉、乙酉、丁酉、己酉、辛酉。太乙在九宮,天目天道(主算三十長,主大將三宮發,主參將九宮囚,始擊將高叢,宮擊。客算四不和,客大將四宮,內迫,主挾,客參將二宮,外迫,計神巳。此局主大將發,算長,大小將挾客目大將,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜東北,戰利西南,利直陣,舉青旗,雲氣從東北來,主勝,聞賊備西南,奇兵西南,伏兵利辰巳時。客目擊,大小將迫,主挾客大將,不利為客,宜固守,聞賊備正東。)

Yang Dun seventh ten thousand formation, this formation occurs in the years Guiyou, Yiyou, Dingyou, Jiyou, and Xinyou. Taiyi moves to the ninth palace, which belongs to Xun and is located in the southeast. The territory corresponds to Yangzhou; the heavenly eye is in the heavenly position. The main side's main general is in the third palace, indicating an attack; the main side's assistant general is in the ninth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus being captured. The attacking general is near high vegetation, forming a palace attack. The guest side's calculation number is four, which is not harmonious; the guest side's main general is in the fourth palace, indicating internal pressure, and is also surrounded by the main side; the guest side's assistant general is in the second palace, indicating external pressure; the spirit of calculation is in Si. In this formation, the main side's main general is able to attack, and the calculation number is long. The main side's two generals surround the guest side's heavenly eye and main general, which is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops toward the northeast, and to gain advantage in the southwest. The formation should be a straight line, and troops should carry green flags to correspond with the eastern wood energy. Clouds coming from the northeast indicate victory; however, one should be cautious of enemy movements in the southwest. A surprise attack should be deployed in the southwest, and ambushes should be set during the hours of Chen and Si (approximately 7 to 11 a.m.). The guest side's heavenly eye is under attack, and both its main and assistant generals are under pressure. The main general is also surrounded by the main side, which is an unfavorable situation. The guest side should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements in the east.

陽遁第七十一局、甲戌、丙戌、戊戌、庚戌、壬戌。太乙在九宮,天目大武(主算二十九,主大將九宮囚,主參將七宮,客挾,始擊將大神,辰擊。客算三十二,客大將二宮,外迫太乙、天目,主挾,客參將六宮發,計神辰。此局太乙、天目、主人大小將挾客大,客大小將挾主參將,主人大將囚,客大將迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備西南,客聞賊備東南。)

Yang Dun 71st Formation: This formation occurs in the years of Jiaxu, Bingxu, Wuxu, Gengxu, and Renxu. Taiyi is in the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast, corresponding to the region of Yangzhou). Tianmu is over the Da Wu position. The main commander's calculation is 29; the main general is in the ninth palace, same as Taiyi, and is captured. The main deputy general is in the seventh palace, being sandwiched by the enemy. The attacking general is approaching the great deity, forming a Chen Ji (Morning Attack). The enemy's calculation is 32; the enemy's general is in the second palace, attacking Taiyi and Tianmu from outside, but is also sandwiched by the main side. The enemy's deputy general is in the sixth palace, indicating an attack. The counting deity is in Chen. In this formation, Taiyi and Tianmu, together with the main side's two generals, sandwich the enemy's general; the enemy's two generals sandwich the main deputy general; the main general is captured, and the enemy general is under pressure. Both sides are mutually restricted and both are disadvantageous, so each should hold their ground: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the southwest direction, and the enemy side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast direction.

陽遁第七十二局、乙亥、丁亥、己亥、辛亥、癸亥。太乙在九宮,天目大武(主算二十九,主大將九宮,主參將七宮,與主目囚,始擊將大威,宮擊。客算二十二,客大將一宮格,客參將三宮發,計神卯。此局太乙助客,客算長和,大將雖格,參將發,利客,見陣利先動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從西北來,客勝,聞賊備正南,奇兵正南,伏兵利辰巳時,主目、主大小將囚,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備西南)

Yang Dun's 72nd formation is also the final formation of Yang Dun. This formation occurs in the years of Yihai, Dinghai, Jihai, Xinhai, and Guihai. Taiyi is located in the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast), and the heavenly eye is at the Da Wu position. The main side's main calculation is 29; the main general is in the ninth palace; the main deputy general is in the seventh palace, and together with the main side's heavenly eye, they are captured. The attacking general is at Da Wei, forming a palace attack. The guest side's calculation is 22; the guest general is in the first palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a formation; the guest deputy general is in the third palace, indicating an attack; the counting spirit is at卯 (Mao). In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest calculation is longer and harmonious, the general is blocked by the formation but the deputy general can attack, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the northwest, gain advantage in the southeast, arrange a curved formation and black flags to correspond to the northern water energy, and if clouds come from the northwest, the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the due south, and deploy a surprise force in the due south, setting up ambushes at the hours of Chen and Si (approximately 7 to 11 a.m.). The main side's heavenly eye and both the main and deputy generals are captured, which is unfavorable for the main side, and they should only hold their position firmly, being cautious of enemy movements in the southwest.

Determine the master and guest, victory and defeat, and the seventy-two yin situations.

陰遁第一局、甲子、丙子、戊子、庚子、壬子。太乙在九宮,天目文昌將臨呂申(主算五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮發,計神申。此局主人杜塞無門,客大將囚,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東北,客聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun first formation applies to the years Jiazi, Bingzi, Wuzi, Gengzi, and Renzi. Yin Dun moves in the opposite direction to Yang Dun: Yang Dun proceeds from the first palace to the ninth palace in sequence, while Yin Dun moves from the ninth palace back to the first palace. Therefore, in Yin Dun the Taiyi starts at the ninth palace (Xun Palace, located in the southeast, corresponding to the region of Yangzhou). The heavenly eye, which is the position of the Wen Chang general, is about to arrive at the position of Lü Shen. The main side's main calculation is five, and the eight gates are blocked; the general and deputy general of the main side are both trapped in the central palace and cannot move out. The counting spirit is in Shen. The original text only records the main side's situation and does not include the guest side's calculation and the numbers of the two generals of the guest side. There is a missing text in the original, so it is not assumed. Based on the remaining statements, the main side has blocked gates and no way out, while the guest side's general is also imprisoned. Both sides are unfavorable, and each should hold their ground: the main side should be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast, and the guest side should be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest.

陰遁第二局、乙丑、丁卯、己丑、辛丑、癸丑。太乙在九宮,天目高叢(主算四不和,主大將四宮內迫,主參將二宮外迫,始擊將臨陰主,客算十七長和,客大將七宮發,客參將一宮格,計神未。此局太乙助主,客算長和,大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜向西南,戰利東北,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西南來,客勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,伏兵利辰巳時。主人大小將迫,算短不和,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備正東。)

Yin Dun second formation, the years involved are Yichou, Dingmao, Jichou, Xinchou, and Guichou. Taiyi is in the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast). The heavenly eye is at the high dense position. The main commander's calculation is four, which is not harmonious; the main general is in the fourth palace, indicating internal pressure, and the main deputy general is in the second palace, indicating external pressure; the attacking general is at the Yin position. The guest commander's calculation is seventeen, long and harmonious; the guest general is in the seventh palace, indicating an attack; the guest deputy general is in the first palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern; the counting spirit is in Wei. Although Taiyi is assisting the main side, the guest side has a long and harmonious calculation and the general can launch an attack, so the actual situation favors the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the southwest, gain advantage in the northeast, arrange a formation and raise white flags to correspond to the western metal energy, and have clouds coming from the southwest, which will lead to a guest victory; be cautious of enemy movements from the northwest, and deploy a surprise force in the northwest, with ambushes best set during the Chen and Si hours (approximately from 7 to 11 a.m.). The main side's two generals are both under pressure, and the calculation is short and not harmonious, which is unfavorable for the main side, so it is advisable to hold firm and be cautious of enemy movements from the due east direction.

陰遁第三局、丙寅、戊寅、庚寅、壬寅、甲寅。太乙在九宮,天目太陽,辰迫(主算一,主大將一宮格,主參將三宮發,始擊將大義。客算十六長和,客大將八宮發,計神午。此局客算長和,大小將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正西,戰利正東,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西來,客勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,伏兵利辰巳時,主目辰迫,雖太乙助主,大將格,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備東南。)

Yin Dun third formation, the years associated with this formation are Bingyin, Wuyin, Gengyin, Renyin, and Jiayin. Taiyi is in the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast). The heavenly eye is at the Sun position, encountering the influence of Chen. The main side has one calculation; the main general is in the first palace and conflicts with Taiyi, forming a pattern; the main assistant general is in the third palace, indicating an attack. The attacking general is at the position of great righteousness. The guest side has sixteen calculations, long and harmonious; the guest general is in the eighth palace, indicating an attack; the spirit of strategy is at Wu. In this formation, the guest side has long and harmonious calculations, and both the main and secondary generals can move, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the due west, gain advantage in battle at the due east, arrange a formation and raise white flags to correspond with the metal energy of the west, and if clouds come from the west, the guest will win; be cautious of enemy movements from the northwest, and deploy a surprise force in the northwest, setting an ambush at the hours of Chen and Si. The main side's heavenly eye encounters the influence of Chen, although Taiyi supports the main side, the main general is blocked, which is unfavorable for the main side, and it is advisable to hold firm, and be cautious of enemy movements from the southeast.

陰遁第四局、丁卯、己卯、辛卯、癸卯、乙卯。太乙在八宮,天目太昊(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將陽德,辰擊。客算三十三,客大將三宮外迫,客參將九宮發,計神巳。此局主人杜塞無門,客目擊,大將外迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun fourth formation, the years associated with this formation are Dingmao, Jimao, Xinmao, Guimao, and Yimao. Taiyi retreats to the eighth palace, which belongs to Kan and is located due north, governing the region of Guxzhou. Tianmu is located at Taihao's position. The main side's calculation is twenty-five, encountering the eight gates blocked, with both the main general and the assistant general unable to leave the central palace. The attacking general arrives at Yang De, forming the Chen Ji formation. The guest side's calculation is thirty-three; the guest's main general falls in the third palace, indicating external pressure; the guest's assistant general falls in the ninth palace, indicating an attack. The counting spirit is in Si. In this formation, the main side has its gates blocked and no way out; the guest side's Tianmu is attacked, and the main general is under external pressure. Both sides are unable to maneuver and should both hold their positions: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast, while the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast.

陰遁第五局、戊辰、庚辰、壬辰、甲辰、丙辰。太乙在八宮,天目太靈(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將呂申。客算三十,孤陽不和,客大將三宮外迫,客參將九宮發,計神辰。此局主人杜塞,無門不利,客算孤陽不利,大將迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun fifth formation, the years involved are Wuchen, Gengchen, Renchen, Jiachen, and Bingchen. Taiyi is in the eighth palace (Kan palace, due north, corresponding to the region of Gunzhou). The heavenly eye is over the Tai Ling position. The main side's calculation is twenty-five, encountering the eight gates blocked, the main general and assistant general are both confined in the central palace; the attacking general is at the position of Lu Shen. The guest side's calculation is thirty, which is a number of yang without yin, indicating an isolated yang that is not harmonious; the guest's main general is in the third palace, indicating external pressure; the guest's assistant general is in the ninth palace, indicating an opportunity; the counting spirit is in the position of Chen. In this formation, the main side's gates are blocked, with no way out, and the situation is unfavorable; the guest side's calculation is also not auspicious, and the main general is under pressure. Both sides are unfavorable, and each should be cautious: the main side should guard against enemy movements in the southeast direction, while the guest side should guard against enemy movements in the northeast direction.

陰遁第六局、己巳、辛巳、癸巳、乙巳、丁巳。太乙在八宮,天目太神(主算十七和,主大將七宮發,主參將一宮,客挾,始擊將太陽。客算二十六長和,客大將六宮,主挾,客參將八宮囚,計神卯。此局太乙助主,算長和,大小將挾客大將,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西南,戰利東北,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西南來,主勝,聞賊備東南,奇兵東南,伏兵利亥子丑時。客算雖長和,大將為主人大小將挾之,參將囚,不利為客,各宜固守,聞賊備東南。)

Yin Dun sixth formation, the years associated with this formation are Jisi, Xinsi, Guisi, Yisi, and Dingsi. Taiyi is in the eighth palace (Kan palace, due north), and the heavenly eye is at the position of the great deity. The main commander's calculation is seventeen, belonging to the harmonious number; the main general is in the seventh palace as the starting general, and is surrounded by the enemy; the assistant general is in the first palace and is caught between the enemy. The attacking general is facing the sun. The enemy's calculation is twenty-six, long and harmonious; the enemy's general is in the sixth palace and is surrounded by the main general; the enemy's assistant general is in the eighth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and is captured; the spirit of calculation is in the卯 (Mao). In this formation, Taiyi supports the main side, the main calculation is long and harmonious, and the main generals surround the enemy's general, which is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops to the southwest, and to gain advantage in the northeast. The formation should be arranged in a square formation and white flags should be used to correspond to the western metal energy. Clouds coming from the southwest indicate the main side's victory. The main side should be cautious of enemy movements from the southeast, and deploy a secret force in the southeast. The best time for this secret force is during the hours of Hai, Zi, and Chou (approximately from 9 PM to 3 AM). Although the enemy's calculation is also long and harmonious, the enemy's general is surrounded by the main side's generals and the assistant general is captured, which is unfavorable for the enemy. The enemy should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the southeast.

陰遁第七局、庚午、壬午、甲午、丙午、戊午。太乙在七宮,主將文昌大威(主算二不和,主大將二宮內迫,主參將六宮外迫,始擊將大神。客算三長和,客大將三宮格,客參將九宮發,計神寅。此局太乙助客,客算長和,大將雖格,參將發,利客,見陣利先動,出軍宜東北,戰利西南,利直陣,舉青旗,雲氣從東來,客勝,聞賊備東南,奇兵東南,伏兵利未申時,主人算不和,太小將迫,挾太乙,不利為主,各宜固守,聞賊備正南。)

Yin Dun seventh formation, the years associated with this formation are Gengwu, Renwu, Jiawu, Bingwu, and Wuwu. Taiyi moves to the seventh palace, which belongs to Kun and is located in the southwest. The territory associated with this formation is Liangzhou and Yizhou. The main general's Wen Chang is approaching the Da Wei position. The main side's calculation is two, which is not harmonious; the main general is in the second palace, which is an internal pressure, and the main assistant general is in the sixth palace, which is an external pressure; the starting general approaches the Da Shen. The guest side's calculation is three, which is long and harmonious; the guest general is in the third palace and conflicts with Taiyi, forming a pattern; the guest assistant general is in the ninth palace, indicating an opportunity; the counting spirit is in寅. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest side's calculation is long and harmonious, the general although blocked by a pattern, the assistant general can create an opportunity, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the northeast, gain advantage in the southwest, arrange a straight formation and use green flags to correspond with the eastern wood energy, with clouds coming from the east, the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the southeast, deploy a surprise force in the southeast, and set up ambushes during the hours of Wei and Shen (approximately from 1 to 5 pm). The main side's calculation is not harmonious, the main generals are both under pressure and flanked by Taiyi, which is unfavorable for the main side, so it is advisable to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements in the due south.

陰遁第八局、辛未、癸未、乙未、丁未、己未。太乙在七宮,天目天道,辰迫(主算一短不利,主大將一宮與客參將關,主參將三宮格,客參將一宮與主大將關,計神丑。此局主人算短不利,主目辰迫,大將與客參將相關、相格,客目掩,算不和,大將囚,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備西南,客聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun eighth formation, the years involved are Xinwei, Guiwei, Yiwei, Dingwei, and Jiwei. Taiyi is in the seventh palace (Kun palace, Southwest), the heavenly eye is at the heavenly position, and it meets the influence of Chen. The main side's calculation is one, short and unfavorable; the main general is in the first palace and interacts with the guest assistant generals to form a connection; the main assistant general is in the third palace and forms a conflict with Taiyi, creating a pattern; the guest assistant general is also in the first palace and forms a connection with the main general; the spirit of calculation is in Chou. This formation shows the main side's calculation is short and unfavorable, the heavenly eye meets the influence of Chen, and the main general and the guest assistant generals are both connected and conflicting with each other; the guest side's heavenly eye forms an obstruction, the calculation is not harmonious, and the general is trapped. Both sides are unfavorable, and both should hold their positions: both the main and guest sides should guard against enemy movements from the Southwest direction.

陰遁第九局、壬申、甲申、丙申、戊申、庚申。太乙在七宮,天目大武,囚(主算七短不和,主大將七宮囚,主參將一宮發,始擊將太簇,宮擊。客算三十四長和,客大將四宮發,客參將二宮內迫,計神子。此局太乙助客,算長和,大將發,參將雖迫,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正東,戰利正西,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東來,客勝,聞賊備正西,奇兵正西,伏兵利未申時。主目大將囚,算短不和,參將發,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun ninth formation, the years associated with this formation are Renshen, Jiashen, Bingshen, Wushen, and Gengshen. Taiyi is in the seventh palace (Kun palace, southwest, corresponding to Liang and Yi states), the heavenly eye is over the Great Wu position, and it shares the palace with Taiyi, resulting in being captured. The main commander's calculation is seven, short and discordant; the main general is in the seventh palace and is captured; the main deputy general is in the first palace and is active; the attacking general is over Tai Cuo, forming a palace attack. The guest side's calculation is thirty-four, long and harmonious; the guest general is in the fourth palace and is active; the guest deputy general is in the second palace and is internally pressured; the spirit of calculation is in Zi. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side. The guest side's calculation is long and harmonious, the general is active, and although the deputy general is pressured, it is not a problem. It is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the due east, gain advantage in battle in the due west, arrange a sharp formation and use red flags to correspond to the southern fire energy. If clouds come from the east, the guest side will win. It is necessary to guard against enemy movements in the due west, deploy a surprise force in the due west, and set up ambushes during the hours of Wei and Shen. The main side's heavenly eye and general are both captured, the calculation is short and discordant, and although the deputy general can move, it is difficult to recover. It is unfavorable for the main side, and only defense is advisable, while guarding against enemy movements in the southwest direction.

陰遁第十局、癸酉、乙酉、丁酉、己酉、辛酉。太乙在六宮,天目武德,辰迫(主算一短,主大將一宮外迫,主參將三宮發,始擊將陰德,宮擊。客算二十四長和,客大將四宮格,客參將二宮發,計神亥。此局太乙助客,客算長和,大將雖格,參將發,利客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正東,戰利正西,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東來,客勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,伏兵利申酉戌時,主算短,主目大將迫,參將雖發,不利為主人,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun Tenth Formation, this formation occurs in the years Guiyou, Yiyou, Dingyou, Jiyou, and Xinyou. Taiyi moves to the sixth palace, which belongs to Dui and is located in the due west, its territory corresponds to Yongzhou. The heavenly eye is at the Wu De position, and it is confronted by Chen. The main side has one calculation, but the calculation is short; the main general falls into one palace, indicating external pressure; the main deputy general falls into the third palace, indicating an attack. The attacking general arrives at Yin De, forming a palace attack. The guest side has twenty-four calculations, which are long and harmonious; the guest general falls into the fourth palace, which conflicts with Taiyi and forms a pattern; the guest deputy general falls into the second palace, indicating an attack; the spirit of calculation is in Hai. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest side has long and harmonious calculations, although the general is confined by a pattern, the deputy general can attack, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative and launch an attack, sending troops to the due east, gaining advantage in the due west, arranging a sharp formation and using red flags to correspond to the southern fire energy, with clouds coming from the east, then the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the northwest direction, and deploy a surprise force in the northwest, setting up ambushes during the hours of Shen, You, and Xu (approximately from 3 to 9 pm). The main side has short calculations, the heavenly eye and the general are both under pressure, although the deputy general can move out, it is not reliable, which is unfavorable for the main side, and only defense is advisable, while being cautious of enemy movements in the southwest direction.

陰遁第十一局、甲戌、丙戌、戊戌、庚戌、壬戌。太乙在六宮,天目太簇,囚(主算六,主大將六宮,主參將八宮,與客參將關,始擊將陽德。客算二十六不和,客大將六宮囚,客參將八宮,與主參將關,計神戌。此局主目囚,主客參將相關,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備正西南,客聞賊備正東北。)

Yin Dun, the eleventh formation, applies to the years Jiaxu, Bingxu, Wuxu, Gengxu, and Renxu. Taiyi is in the sixth palace (the Dui palace, due west, corresponding to the region of Yongzhou). The heavenly eye is at the Taizu position, sharing the palace with Taiyi and being trapped. The main commander's number is six; the main general is in the sixth palace; the main deputy general is in the eighth palace, forming a connection with the enemy's deputy general. The attacking general is approaching Yang Virtue. The enemy's number is twenty-six, which is not harmonious; the enemy's general is in the sixth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and being trapped; the enemy's deputy general is in the eighth palace, forming a connection with the main deputy general. The spirit of calculation is in the戌 position. In this formation, the main side's heavenly eye is trapped, and both sides' deputy generals are locked in mutual connection, unable to move. Both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground. The main side should guard against enemy movements from the southwest direction, while the enemy side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast direction.

陰遁第十二局、乙亥、丁亥、己亥、辛亥、癸亥。太乙在六宮,天目陰主,辰迫(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將呂申。客算二十三長和,客大將三宮發,客參將九宮發,計神酉。始局太乙助客,客算長和,大小將門具將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍一東北,戰利西南,利直陣,舉青旗,雲氣從東北來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利申酉戌時。主人杜塞,無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun's twelfth formation applies in the years of Yihai, Dinghai, Jihai, Xinhai, and Guihai. Taiyi is in the sixth palace (the Palace of Dui, due west). The heavenly eye is over the Yin position, and there is a conflict with the dragon. The host's main calculation is twenty-five, and the eight gates are blocked. The main general and the assistant general do not move from the central palace. The attacking general is near the Palace of Shen. The guest's main calculation is twenty-three, long and harmonious. The guest's main general is in the third palace, and the assistant general is in the ninth palace. The spirit of strategy is in You. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest. The guest's calculation is long and harmonious. Both the main and assistant generals are ready in three gates and can move out. It is advantageous for the guest. In battle, it is suitable to attack first. The army should move toward the northeast. The advantage of battle is in the southwest. The formation should be straight, and the flag should be green to correspond to the wood energy of the east. Clouds coming from the northeast indicate a guest victory. The guest should be cautious of enemy movements in the northeast. The hidden forces should also be stationed in the northeast. The ambush should be set during the hours of Shen, You, and Xu. The host's gates are blocked, and there is no way out. The situation is unfavorable. The host should only defend. They should also be cautious of enemy movements in the northeast.

陰遁第十三局、丙子、戊子、庚子、壬子、甲子。太乙在四宮,天目陰德(主算十二短,主大將六宮發,主參將六宮,客挾,始擊將太陽,辰擊。客算三十七長和,客大將七宮,主挾,客參將一宮發,計神申。始局主人算短,大將雖發,參將為客挾之,客目擊,參將雖發,大將為主挾之,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備西南,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun the thirteenth formation, the years associated with this formation are Bingzi, Wuzi, Gengzi, Renzi, and Jiazi. Taiyi moves to the fourth palace, which belongs to Zhen and is located in the direction of due east, with its territory corresponding to Xuzhou. The heavenly eye is positioned at the Yin Virtue position. The main side's calculation number is twelve, with the calculation being short. The main general is in the sixth palace as an attack. The main deputy general is in the sixth palace and is surrounded by the opposing side. The attacking general is approaching the Sun, forming a Chén attack. The opposing side's calculation number is thirty-seven, long and harmonious. The opposing general is in the seventh palace and is surrounded by the main side. The opposing deputy general is in the first palace as an attack. The counting spirit is in Shen. In this formation, the main side's calculation is short, the general can move out, but the deputy general is surrounded by the opposing side. The opposing side's heavenly eye is under attack, the deputy general can move out, but the general is surrounded by the main side. Both sides have mutual constraints and are not advantageous. Each side should hold its position. The main side should guard against enemy movements from the southwest direction, and the opposing side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast direction.

陰遁第十四局、丁丑、己丑、辛丑、癸丑、乙丑。太乙在四宮,天目大義(主算十二算短和,主大將二宮發,參將六宮,客挾,始擊將大感。客算二十七長和,大將七宮,主挾,客參將一宮發,計神未。此局主算短,主人大小將挾客大將,客大小將挾主參將,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備西南,客聞賊備正南。)

Yin Dun's Fourteenth Formation, the years involved are Dingchou, Jichou, Xinchou, Guichou, and Yichou. Taiyi is in the fourth palace (Zhen Palace, Due East, corresponding to the region of Xuzhou). The heavenly eye is at the position of Great Righteousness. The main side's calculation is twelve, short but harmonious; the main general is in the second palace as the one to attack; the main deputy general is in the sixth palace and is surrounded by the enemy; the attacking general is about to face a great sense of loss. The enemy's calculation is twenty-seven, long but harmonious; the enemy's general is in the seventh palace and is surrounded by the main side; the enemy's deputy general is in the first palace as the one to attack; the spirit of calculation is in Wei. In this formation, the main side's calculation is short, and the main side's two generals surround the enemy's general, while the enemy's two generals in turn surround the main side's deputy general. Both sides are in a deadlock, and neither side benefits. Both should be cautious and hold their positions. The main side should be alert to enemy movements in the Southwest direction, and the enemy should be alert to enemy movements in the Due South direction.

陰遁第十五局、戊寅、庚寅、壬寅、甲寅、丙寅。太乙在四宮,天目地主(主算十一,主大將一宮發,主參將三宮,內迫,始擊將大武。客算二十五,八門杜,客大將、參將不出中宮,計神午。此局主參將雖迫大將,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從西北來,主勝,聞賊備正北,奇兵正北,伏兵利寅卯辰時。客杜塞,無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun's fifteenth formation applies in the years of Wu Yin, Geng Yin, Ren Yin, Jia Yin, and Bing Yin. Taiyi is in the fourth palace (Zhen Palace, due east), and the heavenly eye is over the host's position. The host's main general is in the eleventh palace; the main general's position is in the first palace, indicating an initiative; the main deputy general is in the third palace, indicating internal pressure; the attacking general is approaching Da Wu. The guest's calculation is twenty-five, with the eight gates blocked, and both the guest's main and deputy generals are confined in the central palace; the spirit of strategy is in the south. Although the host's deputy general is pressuring the main general, the host still holds the advantage and is favorable for taking the initiative. In battle, it is advisable to act later to control the situation, deploy troops to the northwest, gain advantage in the southeast, and arrange a curved formation with black flags to correspond to the northern water energy. Clouds coming from the northwest indicate victory; be cautious of enemy movements from the north, and deploy a surprise force to the north, setting ambushes during the hours of Yin, Mao, and Chen (approximately from 3 to 9 a.m.). The guest's gates are blocked, with no way out, and the situation is unfavorable; they should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest.

陰遁第十六局、己卯、辛卯、癸卯、乙卯、丁卯。太乙在三宮,天目陽德,辰迫(主算一,主大將一宮發,主參將三宮,始擊將大簇。客算十五,八門杜塞,大將、參將不出中宮,計神巳。此局主參將雖囚,太乙助主,大將發,利主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從西北來,主勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利丑寅時。客杜塞,無門不利,宜固守,客聞賊備正西。)

Yin Dun's sixteenth formation applies in the years of Ji Mao, Xin Mao, Gui Mao, Yi Mao, and Ding Mao. Taiyi moves to the third palace, which belongs to Gen (Mountain) and is located in the Northeast. The territory associated with this palace is Qingzhou. The heavenly eye is positioned at the Yang De position, encountering the influence of Chen. The main commander's calculation is one; the main general's position is in the first palace, indicating an opportunity to act. The main deputy general is in the third palace. The attacking general is approaching the Da Cu palace. The guest side has fifteen calculations, with the Eight Doors blocked. The guest general and deputy general do not move out of the central palace. The spirit of strategy is in Si. Although the guest deputy general is restrained, Taiyi supports the main side, and the main general can take action, so it is advantageous to take the initiative. In battle, it is suitable to act later and control the situation. Deploy troops towards the Northwest, gain advantage in the Southeast. Arrange a curved formation and use black flags to correspond to the northern water energy. If clouds come from the Northwest, the main side will win. Be cautious of enemy movements in the Northeast. Deploy a surprise force in the Northeast, and set up ambushes during the hours of Chou and Yin (approximately 1 to 5 a.m.). The guest side has its gates blocked, with no way to move, so the situation is unfavorable. It is best to hold the position. The guest side should be cautious of enemy movements in the Due West direction.

陰遁第十七局、庚辰、壬辰、甲辰、丙辰、戊辰。太乙在三宮,天目和德,囚(主算三短,主大將三宮囚,主參將九宮,與客大將相關,始擊將大義。客算九和,客大將九宮,與主參將關,客參將七宮格,計神辰。此局主參將與客大將關,主大將囚,主客將相主人關客,客算不和,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備東北,客聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun 17th Formation, the years involved are Gengchen, Renchen, Jiachen, Bingchen, and Wuchen. Taiyi is in the third palace (Gen Palace, Northeast, corresponding to Qingzhou). The heavenly eye is in the harmonious position, sharing the palace with Taiyi but being captured. The main general's number is three, with a short calculation; the main general is captured in the third palace. The main assistant general is in the ninth palace, forming a connection with the enemy's main general. The initial attacking general is in the position of great righteousness. The enemy's calculation number is nine, belonging to the harmonious number; the enemy's main general is in the ninth palace, forming a connection with the main assistant general. The enemy's assistant general is in the seventh palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern. The counting spirit is in Chen. In this formation, the main assistant general and the enemy's main general are interlocked, while the main general is captured. The generals of both sides are mutually restrained, with the main side blocking the enemy side. The enemy's calculation is not harmonious. Both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground. The main side should guard against enemy movements in the Northeast direction, while the enemy side should guard against enemy movements in the Northwest direction.

陰遁第十八局、辛巳、癸巳、乙巳、丁巳、己巳。太乙在三宮,天目和德,囚(主算三,主大將三宮,客挾,囚,主參將九宮發,始擊將地主,宮擊。客算八不和,客大將八宮,內迫,客參將四宮,外迫,主挾,計神卯。此局主目大將囚,客挾之,客目迫,大將擊,參將主挾迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備正北,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun's eighteenth formation, the years involved are Xinsi, Guisi, Yisi, Dingsi, and Jisi. Taiyi is in the third palace (Gen Palace, Northeast), with Tianmu in the He and De positions, sharing the palace with Taiyi and being captured. The main commander's palace is three; the main general is in the third palace, being surrounded by the opposing side and sharing the palace with Taiyi and being captured; the main assistant general is in the ninth palace as an attack. The attacking general is approaching the host's palace, forming a palace attack. The opposing side's calculation is eight, not harmonious; the opposing general is in the eighth palace as an internal pressure; the opposing assistant general is in the fourth palace as an external pressure, and is also surrounded by the main side; the spirit of calculation is in Mao. In this formation, the main side's Tianmu and general are both captured and surrounded by the opposing side; the opposing side's Tianmu is under pressure, the general is attacked, and the assistant general is surrounded by the main side and under pressure. Both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground: the main side should guard against enemy movements from due north, while the opposing side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast.

陰遁第十九局、壬午、甲午、丙午、戊午、庚午。太乙在二宮,天目呂申(主算十四短和,主大將四宮發,主參將二宮格,始擊將和德。客算十六,長不和,客大將六宮發,客參將八宮格,計神寅。此局主客俱利,太乙助客,客算長不和,大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正東,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵利巳午未時。主算和,參將雖格,大將發,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜正東,戰利正西,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東來,主勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利巳午未時。)

Yin Dun's nineteenth formation, the years associated with this formation are Renwu, Jiawu, Bingwu, Wuwu, and Gengwu. Taiyi moves to the second palace, which belongs to Li (Fire) and is located in the due south, governing Jingzhou and Yuzhou; the heavenly eye is positioned at the position of Lushen. The main side's calculation number is fourteen, which is short but harmonious; the main general is located in the fourth palace as a starting point; the main deputy general is located in the second palace, conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern; the attacking general is positioned at HeDe. The guest side's calculation number is sixteen, which is long but not harmonious; the guest general is located in the sixth palace as a starting point; the guest deputy general is located in the eighth palace and is blocked; the spirit of calculation is in the寅 position. Both sides have advantages in this formation. Taiyi supports the guest side, and although the guest's calculation is long and not harmonious, the general can start off, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative and launch an attack towards the due east, arranging a square formation and using white flags to correspond with the metal energy of the west, with clouds coming from the west, leading to a guest victory; be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast, and the surprise attack should be launched during the hours of巳, 午, and 未 (approximately from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The main side's calculation is harmonious, and although the deputy general is blocked, the general can start off, which is also favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and then strike, launching an attack towards the due east, with the advantage of battle in the due west, arranging a sharp formation and using red flags to correspond with the fire energy of the south, with clouds coming from the east, leading to a main victory; the defense and the surprise attack should both be in the northeast, and the ambush should also be set during the hours of巳, 午, and 未.

陰遁第二十局、癸未、乙未、丁未、己未、辛未。太乙在二宮,天目高叢,關客(主算十三長和,主大將三宮,與客參將關,主將九宮,內迫,始擊將太陽。客算十孤陽,客大將一宮發,客參將三宮,與主大將關,計神丑。此局算長和,主大將與客參將相關,主人關客,客敗,主人勝,見陣利後動,出軍宜正北,戰利西南,利直陣,舉青旗,雲氣從東北來,主勝,聞賊備正東,奇兵正東,伏兵利巳午未時。客勝短,參將與主大將相關,主人關客,客不利,宜固守,聞賊備東南。)

Yin Dun's 20th Formation, which occurs in the years Guiwei, Yiwei, Dingwei, Jiwei, and Xinwei. Taiyi is in the second palace (the Li Palace, due south, corresponding to the regions Jing and Yu). The heavenly eye is positioned at the high dense position, forming a situation where the main side controls the opposing side. The main side's main general is in the 13th palace, which is long and harmonious; the main general is in the third palace, interacting with the opposing side's deputy general; the main general is in the ninth palace, indicating internal pressure; the attacking general is positioned at the Sun. The opposing side's calculation is short, belonging to the number of isolated yang; the opposing side's main general is in the first palace, indicating an attack; the opposing side's deputy general is in the third palace, interacting with the main general of the main side; the spirit of calculation is in the Chou position. In this formation, the main side's calculation is long and harmonious, the main general interacts with the opposing side's deputy general, and the locking situation is initiated by the main side, so the opposing side will lose and the main side will win. In battle, it is advisable to act later to control the situation, deploy troops to the due north, gain advantage in the southwest, arrange a straight formation and use green flags to correspond with the wood energy of the east. If clouds come from the northeast, the main side will win; be cautious of enemy movements from the due east, deploy a surprise force to the due east, and set ambushes during the hours of Si, Wu, and Wei. The opposing side's calculation is short, the deputy general is locked by the main general, and is restricted everywhere, which is unfavorable for the opposing side, so it is better to defend. Also, be cautious of enemy movements from the southeast.

陰遁第二十一局、甲申、丙申、戊申、庚申、壬申。太乙在二宮,天目太陽(主算十孤陽,主大將一宮,與客大將關,主參將三宮,與客參將關,始擊將大神。客算一,客大將一宮,與主大將關,客參將關,計神子。此局主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun's 21st Formation, the years involved are Jiashen, Bingshen, Wushen, Gengshen, and Renshen. Taiyi is in the second palace (Li Palace, Due South), and the heavenly eye is at the position of the Sun. The main commander's calculation is ten, belonging to the number of isolated yang; the main general is in the first palace, and interacts with the guest general; the main assistant general is in the third palace, and also interacts with the guest assistant general; the attacking general is at the position of the great deity. The guest's calculation is one; the guest general is in the first palace, and forms a connection with the main general; the guest assistant general also forms a connection with the main assistant general; the counting deity is in Zi. In this formation, the main and guest generals correspond with each other, and the assistant generals correspond with each other, with the four generals interacting in pairs, like two tigers in one forest or two dragons in one spring, neither can move, and both sides are disadvantageous, so both should hold their ground: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast direction, and the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast direction.

陰遁第二十二局、乙酉、丁酉、己酉、辛酉、癸酉。太乙在一宮,天目太炅,關客(主算二十四長,主大將四宮,與客大將關,主參將二宮,與客參將關,始擊將天道。客算十四,客大將四宮,與主大將關,客參將二宮,與主參將關,計神亥。此局太乙助主,主人關客,客敗,主勝,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜正東,戰利正西,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東來,主勝,聞賊備東南,奇兵東南,伏兵利戌亥時。客為主人關,不利,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun's 22nd Formation, the years involved are Yiyou, Dingyou, Jiyou, Xinyou, and Guiyou. Taiyi moves to the first palace, which belongs to Qian (Heaven) and is located in the Northwest. The celestial eye is positioned at Taijiong, forming a situation where the host's forces dominate the guest's. The host's main general is in the fourth palace, which is connected with the guest's main general; the host's assistant general is in the second palace, which is connected with the guest's assistant general. The attacking general is positioned at the heavenly path. The guest's calculation is fourteen; the guest's main general is in the fourth palace, connected with the host's main general; the guest's assistant general is in the second palace, connected with the host's assistant general. The spirit of strategy is in the亥 (Hai) position. In this formation, Taiyi supports the host, and the locking situation is initiated by the host, so the guest is defeated and the host wins, which is favorable for the host. In battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops toward the East, and to gain advantage in the West. Deploy a sharp formation and use red flags to correspond with the southern fire energy. If clouds come from the East, the host will win. Be cautious of enemy movements from the Southeast, and deploy a surprise force in the Southeast. The best time for ambushes is between戌 (Xu) and亥 (Hai) (approximately from 7 PM to 1 AM). The guest's forces are blocked by the host, and the situation is unfavorable, so they should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the Southwest.

陰遁第二十三局、丙戌、戊戌、庚戌、壬戌、甲戌。太乙在一宮,天目太炅(主算二十長,主大將四宮發,主參將二宮發,始擊將武德。客算七短和,客大將七宮發,參將一宮囚,計神戌。始局太乙助主,算長,大小將門具將發,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜正東,戰利正西,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東來,主勝,聞賊備東南,奇兵東南,伏兵利戌亥時。客算短,參將囚,不利為客,宜固守,聞賊備正南。)

Yin Dun's 23rd Formation, the years involved are Bingxu, Wuxu, Gengxu, Renxu, and Jiaxu. Taiyi is in the first palace (Qian Palace, Northwest, corresponding to Ji and Bing states). The heavenly eye is over the Taiyi position. The main commander's calculation is twenty, which is long and harmonious; the main general is in the fourth palace (a position of action), and the main deputy general is in the second palace (also a position of action). The initial attacking general is over Wu De. The guest commander's calculation is seven, which is short but harmonious; the guest general is in the seventh palace (a position of action); the guest deputy general is in the first palace (a position of capture); the spirit of strategy is in Xu. In this formation, Taiyi supports the main side, the main calculation is long, and both the main general and deputy general have all three gates available and can move. It is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, deploy troops toward the due east, gain advantage in battle toward the due west, arrange a sharp formation and use red flags to correspond to the southern fire energy. If clouds come from the east, the main side will win. Be cautious of enemy movements in the southeast direction, deploy surprise troops in the southeast, and set ambushes during the hours of Xu and Hai. The guest side has a short calculation and the deputy general is captured, which is unfavorable for the guest side. It is advisable to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements in the due south direction.

陰遁第二十四局、丁亥、己亥、辛亥、癸亥、乙亥。太乙在一宮,天目大神(主算十六長和,大將六宮內迫,主參將三宮發,計神酉。此局太乙雖助,主算長和,大將迫,參將為客挾之,主人不利,客算短,大將迫,主挾之,參將雖發,不利,為客主俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun's 24th formation, the years involved are Dinghai, Jihai, Xinhai, Guihai, and Yihai. Taiyi is in the first palace (Qian Palace, Northwest). The heavenly eye is at the great position. The main commander's calculation is sixteen, long and harmonious; the great general is in the sixth palace, indicating internal pressure; the assistant general is in the third palace, indicating movement; the counting god is in You. The original text does not mention the attacking general, and there is a missing character here, so it is not assumed. In this formation, although Taiyi is supportive, the main commander's calculation is long and harmonious, but the great general is under pressure, and the assistant general is caught between the enemy, so the main side gains nothing. The enemy's calculation is short, the great general is also under pressure and caught by the main side, and although the assistant general can move, it is ineffective. Both sides are disadvantageous and should hold their positions. The main side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast direction, and the enemy should guard against movements from the northwest direction.

陰遁第二十五局、戊子、庚子、壬子、甲子、丙子。太乙在九宮,天目大威,宮迫(主算三十一長和,主大將一宮,客挾格,主參將三宮發,始擊將大義。客算十六,客大將六宮發,客參將八宮,主挾,計神申。此局太乙助客,大將發,大小將挾,主敗客勝,見陣利先動,出軍宜正西,戰利正東,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西來,客勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,伏兵利辰巳時。主大將為客挾之,天目迫,大將格,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備正南。)

Yin Dun's 25th Formation, the years involved are Wu Zi, Geng Zi, Ren Zi, Jia Zi, and Bing Zi. Taiyi returns to the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast, corresponding to the region of Yangzhou), with Tian Mu positioned at Da Wei, forming a palace constraint. The main side's main calculation is thirty-one, which is long and harmonious; the main general falls one palace, being sandwiched by the opposing side and conflicting with Taiyi to form a pattern; the main assistant general falls in the third palace, indicating an attack. The initial attacking general is positioned at Da Yi. The opposing side's calculation is sixteen; the opposing general falls in the sixth palace, indicating an attack; the opposing assistant general falls in the eighth palace, being sandwiched by the main side; the spirit of strategy is in Shen. In this formation, Taiyi supports the opposing side, the opposing general is able to attack, and the opposing side's two generals form a sandwiching situation, so the main side loses and the opposing side wins: in battle, it is advisable to act first, deploy troops to the due west, gain advantage in the due east, arrange a formation and use white flags to correspond with the metal energy of the west, with clouds coming from the west, the opposing side will win; be cautious of enemy movements from the northwest, deploy a surprise force in the northwest, and set up ambushes during the hours of Chen and Si (approximately 7 to 11 a.m.). The main side's general is sandwiched by the opposing side, Tian Mu is constrained, and the general is blocked, which is unfavorable for the main side, so it is advisable to hold firm and be cautious of enemy movements from the due south.

陰遁第二十六局、己丑、辛丑、癸丑、乙丑、丁丑。太乙在九宮,天目天道(主算三十孤陽不和,主大將三宮,客目掩之,主參將九宮發,始擊將和德,掩主大將。客算七和,大將七宮發,客參將一宮格,計神未。此局太乙助客,客目掩主大將,客大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜西南,戰利東北,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西南來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利辰巳時。主算孤陽不和,主大將為客目掩之,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun's 26th formation, the years involved are Jichou, Xinchou, Guichou, Yichou, and Dingchou. Taiyi is in the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast), and the heavenly eye is at the heavenly position. The main side's calculation number is thirty, which is a number of isolated yang and disharmony; the main general is in the third palace, and is blocked by the enemy's heavenly eye. The main assistant general is in the ninth palace, which is a position of action. The attacking general is near harmony and virtue, and is directly covering the main general. The enemy's calculation number is seven, which is a harmonious number; the enemy's general is in the seventh palace, which is a position of action. The enemy's assistant general is in the first palace, and conflicts with Taiyi to form a pattern. The spirit of calculation is in Wei. In this formation, Taiyi supports the enemy. The enemy's heavenly eye blocks the main general, and the enemy's general can move out, which is favorable for the enemy. In battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the southwest, gain advantage in the northeast, arrange a formation and use white flags to respond to the western metal energy. Clouds coming from the southwest indicate the enemy's victory. Be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast, and deploy a surprise force in the northeast. The best time for ambush is during the hours of Chen and Si. The main side's calculation number is isolated yang and disharmonious, and the main general is blocked by the enemy's heavenly eye, which is unfavorable for the main side. It is advisable to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest.

陰遁第二十七局、庚寅、壬寅、甲寅、丙寅、戊寅。太乙在九宮,天目大武(主算二十九,長不利和,主大將九宮囚,客挾,主參將七宮發,始擊將高叢掩大將。客算四,客大將四宮,客目掩擊,客參將二宮,主挾,計神午。此局太乙助客,客目大將掩,參將為主挾,客大小將挾主大將囚,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備西南,客聞賊備正東。)

Yin Dun's 27th formation, the years involved are Gengyin, Renyin, Jiayin, Bingyin, and Wuyin. Taiyi is in the ninth palace (Xun Palace, Southeast), and the heavenly eye is at the Great Wu position. The main commander's calculation is 29, but the length of the calculation does not match. The main grand general is in the ninth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus being captured, and is also sandwiched by the guest side. The main deputy general is in the seventh palace, indicating an attack. The initial attacking general is at the high thicket, directly covering the main grand general. The guest side's calculation is four; the guest grand general is in the fourth palace, and the guest heavenly eye is at this position, both covering and attacking. The guest deputy general is in the second palace, being sandwiched by the main side. The spirit of calculation is at Wu. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest heavenly eye and grand general both encounter covering, and the deputy general is sandwiched by the main side. The guest's two generals sandwich the captured main grand general. Both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground. The main side should guard against enemy movements from the southwest direction, while the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the due east direction.

陰遁第二十八局、辛卯、癸卯、乙卯、丁卯、己卯。太乙在八宮,天目武德(主算八不和,主大將八宮囚,主參將四宮發,始擊將大炅。客算二十五,八門杜,客大將、參將不出中宮,計神巳。此局主大將囚,客杜塞無門,主客俱不利,各宜固守。)

Yin Dun's 28th formation, the years involved are Xinmao, Guimao, Yimao, Dingmao, and Jimao. Taiyi moves to the eighth palace (Kan Palace, Due North, corresponding to the region of Gunzhou). The heavenly eye is located at the Wu De position. The main side's main general is eight, which is not harmonious; the main general falls into the eighth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus is captured. The main deputy general falls into the fourth palace, indicating an attack. The attacking general is located at the great brightness position. The guest side's guest calculation is twenty-five, encountering the eighth gate which is blocked. The guest general and deputy general are both trapped in the central palace and cannot move. The spirit of strategy is in the巳 (Si) position. In this formation, the main side's general is captured, while the guest side has blocked gates and no way to proceed, so both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground without rash action. The original text does not specify which directions each side should defend, only stating that both are unfavorable.

陰遁第二十九局、壬辰、甲辰、丙辰、戊辰、庚辰。太乙在八宮,天目太簇(主算七和,主大將七宮發,主參將一宮內迫,始擊將天道。客算十五,八門杜,客大將、參將不出中宮,計神辰。此局太乙助客,主算和,參將雖迫,大將發,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西南,戰利東北,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西南來,主勝,聞賊備正西,奇兵正西,伏兵利亥子丑時。客杜塞無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun's 29th formation, the years involved are Renchen, Jiachen, Bingchen, Wuchen, and Gengchen. Taiyi is in the eighth palace (Kan Palace, due north), and the heavenly eye is at Tai Zhuo position. The main commander's number is seven, which is a harmonious number; the main general is in the seventh palace, indicating an attack; the assistant general is in the first palace, indicating internal pressure; the attacking general is approaching the heavenly path. The guest side has a calculation number of fifteen, with the eight gates blocked, and neither the main nor assistant generals are moving out of the central palace; the spirit of calculation is in the辰 position. Although Taiyi also supports the guest side, the main side's numbers are harmonious, and even though the assistant general is under pressure, the main general can launch an attack, indicating a favorable situation for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops to the southwest, and to gain advantage in the northeast. The formation should be arranged in a square formation, with white flags to correspond to the western metal energy. Clouds coming from the southwest indicate a victory. The main side should also be cautious of enemy movements from the due west, and deploy a secret force there. The best time for this secret force is during the hours of Hai, Zi, and Chou (approximately from 9 PM to 3 AM). The guest side has its gates blocked and has no way out, indicating an unfavorable situation, so it should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest.

陰遁第三十局、癸巳、乙巳、丁巳、己巳、辛巳。太乙在八宮,天目陰主(主算二,主大將二宮格,主參將六宮發,始擊將武德。客算八,客大將八宮囚,客參將四宮發,計神卯。此局太乙助主,大將雖格,參將發,利主,見陣利後動,出軍宜向正南,戰利正北,利圓陣,舉黃旗,雲氣從南來,主勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,伏兵利亥子丑時。客大將囚,參將雖發,不利,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun third ten thousand, the years involved are Guisi, Yisi, Dingsi, Jisi, and Xinsi. Taiyi is in the eighth palace (Kan palace, due north), and the heavenly eye is over the Yin position. The main side has two calculations; the main general is in the second palace and conflicts with Taiyi, forming a pattern; the main assistant general is in the sixth palace and is active. The attacking general is over Wu De. The guest side has eight calculations; the guest general is in the eighth palace, same as Taiyi, and is captured; the guest assistant general is in the fourth palace and is active; the spirit of calculation is in卯. In this pattern, Taiyi supports the main side. Although the general is captured, the assistant general can be active, which is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, deploy troops to the due south, gain advantage in battle in the due north, arrange a circular formation and use yellow flags to correspond with the central earth energy. If clouds come from the south, the main side will win; be cautious of enemy movements from the northwest, deploy a surprise force in the northwest, and set ambushes during the hours of Hai, Zi, and Chou. The guest general is captured, and although the assistant general can move, it is of little help, the situation is unfavorable, and only defense is advisable. Be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest.

陰遁第三十一局、甲午、丙午、戊午、庚午、壬午。太乙在七宮,天目陰德(主算二十七,主大將七宮囚,主參將一宮,與主目囚,始擊將囚。客算二十八長和,客大將八宮發,客參將四宮發,計神寅。此局太乙助客,客算長和,大將將門具將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正北,戰利正南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從北來,客勝,聞賊備西北,奇兵西北,伏兵利未申時。主大將囚,參將與主目囚,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun, the thirty-first formation, occurs in the years Jiawu, Bingwu, Wuwu, Gengwu, and Renwu. Taiyi moves to the seventh palace (Kun palace, Southwest, corresponding to Liang and Yi states), and the heavenly eye is positioned at the Yin Virtue position. The main commander's calculation is twenty-seven; the main general is in the seventh palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus being captured. The main deputy general is in the first palace, and also shares the position with the main commander's heavenly eye, thus being captured as well. The initial attacking general is also captured. The guest commander's calculation is twenty-eight, long and harmonious. The guest general is in the eighth palace, which is an active position, and the guest deputy general is in the fourth palace, also an active position. The spirit of strategy is in the寅 (Yin) position. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side. The guest's calculation is long and harmonious, and both the major and deputy generals have all three gates available and can move. It is advantageous for the guest side: in battle, it is suitable to take the initiative first, deploy troops toward the due north, gain advantage in the due south, and arrange a curved formation and black flags to correspond with the northern water energy. If clouds come from the north, the guest will win. It is necessary to guard against enemy movements from the northwest. A surprise force should be stationed in the northwest, and an ambush should be set during the hours of Wei and Shen (approximately 1 to 5 PM). The main side's general is captured, and the deputy general is also captured along with the heavenly eye, which is unfavorable for the main side. It is only suitable to hold the position firmly. Similarly, the northwest direction should be guarded against enemy movements.

陰遁第三十二局、乙未、丁未、己未、辛未、癸未。太乙在七宮,天目大義(主算二十七不和,主大將七宮囚,主參將一宮,客挾,始擊將地主。客算二十六不和,客大將六宮,外迫,主挾,客參將八宮,客目掩,計神丑。此局太乙助客,客大將迫,主挾之,客目掩不利,為主將囚,主參將挾之,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備西北,客聞賊備正北。)

Yin Dun third twenty-second situation, the years involved are Yiwei, Dingwei, Jiwei, Xinwei, and Guiwei. Taiyi is in the seventh palace (Kun palace, Southwest), and the heavenly eye is at the position of Da Yi. The main side's main calculation is twenty-seven, which is not harmonious; the main general is in the seventh palace, same palace as Taiyi, and is captured; the main assistant general is in the first palace, and is caught between the enemy; the attacking general is approaching the host. The enemy's calculation is twenty-six, also not harmonious; the enemy's general is in the sixth palace, suffering external pressure, and is caught between the host; the enemy's assistant general is in the eighth palace, and is blocked by the enemy's heavenly eye; the spirit of strategy is in Chou. In this situation, Taiyi supports the enemy. The enemy's general is both pressured and caught between the host, and the enemy's heavenly eye is blocked, which is a poor situation. The host's general is captured, and the assistant general is involved in the blocking. Both sides are unfavorable, and each should hold their ground: the host should guard against enemy movements from the Northwest, and the enemy should guard against enemy movements from Due North.

陰遁第三十三局、丙申、戊申、庚申、壬申、甲申。太乙在七宮,天目地主(主算二十六不和,主大將六宮外迫,主參將八宮,與客大將關,始擊將和德。客算三十八和,客大將八宮,與主參將關,客參將四宮發,計神子。此局太乙助客,客大將、主參將相關,主大將內迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備正北,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun third thirty-third formation, this formation occurs in the years of Bingshen, Wushen, Gengshen, Renshen, and Jiashen. Taiyi is in the seventh palace (Kun palace, Southwest), and the heavenly eye is over the earthly position. The main side's main calculation is twenty-six, which is not harmonious; the main general is in the sixth palace as external pressure; the main assistant general is in the eighth palace, which is in mutual connection with the guest's main general; the initial attacking general is over harmony and virtue. The guest side's guest calculation is thirty-eight, which belongs to the harmonious number; the guest's main general is in the eighth palace, which is in mutual connection with the main assistant general; the guest's assistant general is in the fourth palace as an initiative; the counting spirit is in Zi. In this formation, although Taiyi supports the guest, the guest's main general is in mutual connection with the main assistant general, and is unable to move, while the main general is under internal pressure, so both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the due north direction, and the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast direction.

陰遁第三十四局、丁酉、己酉、辛酉、癸酉、乙酉。太乙在六宮,天目陽德(主算二十六不和,主大將六宮囚,與客參將關,主參將八宮發,始擊將高叢。客算二十二和,客大將二宮發,客參將六宮,與主大將關,計神亥。此局太乙助客,客參將與主大將相關,客大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正南,戰利正北,利圓陣,舉黃旗,雲氣從南來,客勝,聞賊備正東,奇兵正東,伏兵利申酉戌時。主大將囚,客關,主人不利,為主宜固守,聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun, the thirty-fourth formation, occurs in the years of Dingyou, Jiyou, Xinyou, Guiyou, and Yiyou. Taiyi moves to the sixth palace (Dui Palace, due west, corresponding to the region of Yongzhou). The heavenly eye is positioned at the Yang Virtue position. The host's main general is twenty-six, which is not harmonious; the host's main general is in the sixth palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus being captured, and also interacts with the guest's deputy general. The host's deputy general is in the eighth palace, indicating an outbreak. The initial attacking general is near high terrain. The guest's main general is twenty-two, which is a harmonious number; the guest's main general is in the second palace, indicating an outbreak. The guest's deputy general is in the sixth palace, forming an interaction with the host's main general. The spirit of calculation is in the亥 (Hai) position. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest. Although the guest's deputy general interacts with the host's main general, the guest's main general can still move, which is favorable for the guest. In battle, it is advisable to take the initiative and launch an attack towards the due south. The advantage of combat lies in the due north. A circular formation should be used, with yellow flags to correspond to the central earth energy. If clouds come from the south, the guest will win. The host should be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast and deploy a surprise force in the northeast. The best time for ambushes is between the hours of Shen, You, and Xu (approximately 3 PM to 9 PM). The host's main general is both captured and blocked by the guest, indicating an unfavorable situation. The host should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast.

陰遁第三十五局、戊戌、庚戌、壬戌、甲戌、丙戌。太乙在六宮,天目和德(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將大神。客算十孤陽,客大將一宮外迫,客參將三宮發,計神戌。此局主算杜塞無門,客算孤陽,參將雖發,大將外迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東北,客聞賊備東南。)

Yin Dun third十五th formation, the years involved are Wuxu, Gengxu, Renxu, Jiaxu, and Bingxu. Taiyi is in the sixth palace (Dui Palace, Due West), and the heavenly eye is at the harmony and virtue position. The main side's main calculation is twenty-five, encountering the eight gates being blocked, with the grand general and deputy general both trapped in the central palace; the attacking general is approaching the great deity. The guest side's guest calculation is ten, which is a solitary yang number; the guest's grand general falls into one palace, indicating external pressure; the guest's deputy general falls into three palace, indicating action; the counting spirit is in Xu. In this formation, the main side's gates are blocked, with no way out; the guest side's calculation is a solitary yang, the deputy general may be able to move, but the grand general is under external pressure. Both sides are unfavorable and should each hold their ground: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the northeast direction, and the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast direction.

陰遁第三十六局、己亥、辛亥、癸亥、乙亥、丁亥。太乙在六宮,天目和德(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將、參將不出中宮,始擊將大威。客算九,客大將九宮發,客參將七宮內迫,計神酉。此局太乙助客,客大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜東北,戰利西北,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東南來,主勝,聞賊備正南,奇兵正南,伏兵利申酉戌時。主人杜塞,無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun third十六th layout, the years involved are Jihai, Xinhai, Guihai, Yihai, and Dinghai. Taiyi is in the sixth palace (Dui Palace, due west), and the heavenly eye is at the harmonious and virtue position. The main side's main calculation is twenty-five, with the eight gates blocked, and the general and deputy general of the main side do not move from the central palace; the general about to attack is at the great power position. The guest side's guest calculation is nine; the guest general falls in the ninth palace as the one to act; the guest deputy general falls in the seventh palace as internal pressure; the spirit of calculation is in You. In this layout, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest general can act, and it is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the northeast, gain advantage in the northwest, arrange a sharp formation and use red flags to correspond to the southern fire energy, clouds coming from the southeast, the main side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the due south, deploy a surprise force in the due south, and set up ambushes during the hours of Shen, You, and Xu. The main side's gates are blocked, with no way out, the situation is unfavorable, and only defense is advisable, while being cautious of enemy movements in the northeast. The original text's statement about victory and defeat is contradictory, so it is recorded as is without alteration.

陰遁第三十七局、庚子、壬子、甲子、丙子、戊子。太乙在四宮,天目呂申,辰迫(主算一,主大將一宮發,主參將三宮內迫,始擊將大武。客算三十五,八門杜,客大將、參將不出中宮,計神申。此局太乙助主,主大將發,參將雖迫,利主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從西北來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利寅卯辰時。客杜塞無門不利,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun third十七th formation, the years involved are Gengzi, Renzi, Jiazi, Bingzi, and Wuzi. Taiyi moves to the fourth palace (Zhen Palace, due east, corresponding to Xuzhou), the heavenly eye is located at the position of Lü Shen, and there is an encounter with Chen. The main side's main general is in one palace; the main general's position is in one palace, indicating an attack; the main deputy general is in three palaces, indicating internal pressure; the attacking general is located at Da Wu. The guest side's calculation is thirty-five, with the eight gates blocked, and both the main and deputy generals of the guest side do not move from the central palace; the counting spirit is in Shen. In this formation, Taiyi supports the main side, the main general can take action, and although the deputy general is under pressure, it is not a problem. It is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, to deploy troops to the northwest, and to gain advantage in the southeast. The formation should be a curved array, and black flags should be used to correspond to the northern water energy. Clouds should come from the northwest. The guest side will win. One should be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast, and deploy a surprise force in the northeast. The best time to set up ambushes is during the hours of Yin, Mao, and Chen (approximately from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m.). The guest side's gates are blocked, with no way to move, and the situation is unfavorable. It is only advisable to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest. The original text's statement regarding the outcome is inconsistent in the order before and after, so it is recorded as is without alteration.

陰遁第三十八局、辛丑、癸丑、乙丑、丁丑、己丑。太乙在四宮,天目高叢,囚(主算四,主大將四宮,客挾,主參將二宮發,始擊將陰主。客算十三,客大將三宮內迫,客參將九宮發,主挾,計神未。此局太乙助主,主大將囚,為客挾主目,客大迫,參將為主挾,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備正東北,客聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun third十八th formation, the years involved are Xinchou, Guichou, Yichou, Dingchou, and Jichou. Taiyi is in the fourth palace (Zhen Palace, Due East), the heavenly eye is in the high thicket position, and it shares the palace with Taiyi and is trapped. The main commander's calculation is four; the main general is in the fourth palace and is caught between the enemy; the main assistant general is in the second palace and is in a position of attack; the initial attacking general is in the position of the Yin commander. The enemy's calculation is thirteen; the enemy's general is in the third palace and is under internal pressure; the enemy's assistant general is in the ninth palace and is in a position of attack, but is caught between the main force; the spirit of calculation is in Wei. In this formation, although Taiyi supports the main side, the main general is trapped, and the enemy has caught the main heavenly eye; the enemy's general is under pressure, and the enemy's assistant general is caught between the main force. Both sides are mutually restricted and neither is advantageous, so both should hold their positions: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the Northeast, and the enemy should guard against enemy movements from the Northwest.

陰遁第三十九局、壬寅、甲寅、丙寅、戊寅、庚寅。太乙在四宮,天目太陽(主算三十七長和,主大將七宮,客挾,主參將一宮發,始擊將太義。客算十二短和,客大將一宮內迫,客參將六宮挾主大將,計神午。此局太乙雖助主,大將為客挾,客大將內迫,參將為主挾,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東北,客聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun third十九th formation, the years involved are Renyin, Jiayin, Bingyin, Wuyin, and Gengyin. Taiyi is in the fourth palace (Zhen Palace, Due East), and the heavenly eye is at the Sun position. The main side's main general is thirty-seven, long and harmonious; the main side's grand general is in the seventh palace, being sandwiched by the opposing side; the main side's assistant general is in the first palace as an attack; the attacking general is approaching Taiyi. The opposing side's calculation is twelve, short and harmonious; the opposing side's grand general is in the first palace as an internal pressure; the opposing side's assistant general is in the sixth palace, sandwiching the main side's grand general; the spirit of calculation is at Wu. In this formation, although Taiyi supports the main side, the main side's grand general is sandwiched by the opposing side; the opposing side's grand general is under internal pressure, and the opposing side's assistant general is sandwiched by the main side. Both sides are mutually restricted, and neither is advantageous. Each should hold their position: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the Northeast, and the opposing side should guard against enemy movements from the Northwest.

陰遁第四十局、癸卯、乙卯、丁卯、己卯、辛卯。太乙在三宮,天目太炅(主算二十三長不和,主大將三宮囚,主參將九宮發,始擊將陽德。客算一,客大將一宮發,客參將三宮囚,計神巳。此局太乙助主,主算不和,參將雖發,大將囚,客目辰擊,算短,參將囚,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun fourth ten thousand, the years involved are Gui Mao, Yi Mao, Ding Mao, Ji Mao, and Xin Mao. Taiyi moves to the third palace (Gen Palace, Northeast, corresponding to Qingzhou). The heavenly eye is at the Tai Jing position. The main commander's calculation is twenty-three, but the calculation length is not harmonious. The main grand general is in the third palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and thus is captured. The main assistant general is in the ninth palace, which is active. The initial attacking general is at the Yang De position. The guest calculation is one. The guest grand general is in the first palace, which is active. The guest assistant general is in the third palace and is captured. The spirit of calculation is in Si. In this situation, although Taiyi supports the main side, the main side's calculation is not harmonious, the assistant general can move out but the grand general is captured. The guest side's heavenly eye meets the Chen attack, the calculation is short, and the assistant general is also captured. Both sides are not favorable, and each should hold their position. The main side should guard against enemy movements in the southeast direction, and the guest side should guard against enemy movements in the northeast direction.

陰遁第四十一局、甲辰、丙辰、戊辰、庚辰、壬辰。太乙在三宮,天目太炅(主算三十三,主大將三宮,客挾,囚,主參將九宮,始擊將呂申。客算三十八,客大將八宮內迫,客參將四宮主挾,計神辰。此局主大將囚,客挾之,客大將迫,參將為主挾之,主客俱不利,各宜固守。主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備東北。)

Yin Dun fourth十一 formation, the years involved are Jiachen, Bingchen, Wuchen, Gengchen, and Renchen. Taiyi is in the third palace (Gen Palace, Northeast), and the heavenly eye is over the Tai Jing position. The main commander's calculation is thirty-three; the main general is in the third palace, being surrounded by the opposing side and also sharing the palace with Taiyi, thus being captured; the main deputy general is in the ninth palace. The initial attacking general is over the position of Lü Shen. The opposing side's calculation is thirty-eight; the opposing general is in the eighth palace, suffering internal pressure; the opposing deputy general is in the fourth palace, being surrounded by the main side; the spirit of calculation is in Chen. In this formation, the main general is both captured and surrounded by the opposing side, while the opposing general is under pressure and the opposing deputy general is surrounded by the main side. Both sides are mutually restricted and neither is advantageous, so each should hold its position. The main side should be cautious of enemy movements in the southeast direction, and the opposing side should be cautious of enemy movements in the northeast direction.

陰遁第四十二局、乙巳、丁巳、己巳、辛巳、癸巳。太乙在三宮,天目太神(主算二十五,八門杜,主大將五宮,參將不出中宮,始擊將太陽。客算三十四,客大將四宮外迫,客參將二宮發,計神卯。此局主算短,杜塞無門,客大將迫,主客俱不利,各宜固守,主聞賊備東南,客聞賊備東南北。)

Yin Dun fourth twenty-two layout, the years involved are Yisi, Dingsi, Jisi, Xinsi, and Guisi. Taiyi is in the third palace (Gen Palace, Northeast), and the heavenly eye is over the Tai Shen position. The main side's calculation is twenty-five, encountering the eight gates blocked, the main general is recorded in the fifth palace, but the assistant general cannot come out of the central palace; the initial attacking general is facing the sun. The guest side's calculation is thirty-four; the guest's main general is in the fourth palace as external pressure; the guest's assistant general is in the second palace as an attack; the counting spirit is in Mao. In this layout, the main side's calculation is short, the gates are blocked, and there is no way out; the guest's main general is also under pressure. Both sides are disadvantageous and should each hold their ground: the main side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast direction, and the guest side should guard against enemy movements from the southeast and due north directions.

陰遁第四十三局、丙午、戊午、庚午、壬午、甲午。太乙在二宮,天目大威,囚(主算二不和,主大將二宮囚,主參將六宮發,始擊將大神。客算一,客大將一宮發,客參將三宮發,計神寅。始局太乙助客,客大小將門具將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從西北來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利巳午未時。主目、主大將囚,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備正南。)

Yin Dun fourth thirty-third formation, the years involved are Bingwu, Wuwu, Gengwu, Renwu, and Jiawu. Taiyi moves to the second palace (Li Palace, due south, corresponding to Jing and Yu states), Tianmu is located at Da Wei position, and it shares the palace with Taiyi, resulting in being captured. The main side has two calculators, which are not harmonious; the main general is in the second palace and is captured; the main deputy general is in the sixth palace and is active; the attacking general is near the great deity. The guest side has one calculator; the guest general is in the first palace and is active, and the guest deputy general is in the third palace and is active; the counting deity is in寅. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, and the guest side's major and minor generals and three gates are all complete and capable of moving, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative and launch first, deploy troops to the northwest, gain advantage in the southeast, arrange a curved formation and use black flags to correspond to the northern water qi, and if clouds come from the northwest, the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements from the northeast, deploy a surprise force in the northeast, and set ambushes during the hours of巳, 午, and 未 (approximately from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The main side has Tianmu and the general both captured, which is unfavorable for the main side, and it is only advisable to hold firm, and be cautious of enemy movements from the due south.

陰遁第四十四局、丁未、己未、辛未、癸未、乙未。太乙在二宮,天目天道,辰迫(主算三十九,主大將九宮,內迫,主參將七宮,外迫,始擊將大武。客算三十八,客大將八宮格,客參將四宮發,計神丑。此局太乙助客,客大將雖格,參將發,利客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正北,戰利正南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從北來,客勝,聞賊備西南,奇兵西南,伏兵利午未時。矚目大小將迫,不利,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun fourth forty-fourth formation, the years involved are Dingwei, Jiwei, Xinwei, Guiwei, and Yiwei. Taiyi is in the second palace (Li Palace, due south), the heavenly eye is at the heavenly position, and there is a meeting with Chen. The main side's main calculation is thirty-nine; the main general is in the ninth palace, which is internal pressure, and the main deputy general is in the seventh palace, which is external pressure; the starting general is at Da Wu. The guest side's guest calculation is thirty-eight; the guest general is in the eighth palace, which conflicts with Taiyi and forms a pattern; the guest deputy general is in the fourth palace, which is an attack; the counting spirit is in Chou. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side. Although the guest general is blocked by the pattern, the deputy general can attack, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the due north, gain advantage in the due south, arrange a curved formation and use black flags to correspond to the northern water energy, and if clouds come from the north, the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the southwest direction, deploy a surprise force in the southwest, and set up ambushes at the hours of Wu and Wei (approximately from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The main side's heavenly eye and both the major and minor generals are under pressure, the situation is unfavorable, and it is only advisable to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements in the southwest direction.

陰遁第四十五局、戊申、庚申、壬申、甲申、丙申。太乙在二宮,天目大武,宮迫(主算三十八,主大將八宮格,客挾,主參將四宮發,始擊將大簇。客算三十一,客大將一宮發,客參將三宮,主挾,計神子。此局太乙助客,客大將發,大小將挾,主敗客勝,見陣利先動,出軍宜西北,戰利東南,利曲陣,舉黑旗,雲氣從西北來,客勝,聞賊備正西,奇兵正西,伏兵利巳午未時。主目迫,大將格,客挾之,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備西南。)

Yin Dun fourth十五th formation, the years involved are Wu Shen, Geng Shen, REN Shen, Jia Shen, and Bing Shen. Taiyi is in the second palace (Li Palace, due south), the heavenly eye is at the Da Wu position, forming a palace pressure. The main side's main calculation is thirty-eight; the main general is in the eighth palace, conflicting with Taiyi and forming a pattern, and is also enclosed by the guest side. The main assistant general is in the fourth palace as an attack. The attacking general is at Da Cu. The guest side's guest calculation is thirty-one; the guest general is in the first palace as an attack; the guest assistant general is in the third palace, enclosed by the main side. The spirit of calculation is at Zi. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest general can attack, and the guest's two generals form an enclosing position, so the main side loses and the guest side wins. In battle, it is advisable to launch the attack first, send troops to the northwest, gain advantage in the southeast, deploy a curved formation and black flags to correspond to the northern water energy, and have clouds coming from the northwest, which will lead to the guest side's victory. Be cautious of enemy movements from the due west, and deploy a surprise force in the due west, setting an ambush during the hours of Si, Wu, and Wei. The main side's heavenly eye is under pressure, the general is blocked and enclosed by the guest side, which is unfavorable for the main side, so it is better to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest.

陰遁第四十六局、己酉、辛酉、癸酉、乙酉、丁酉。太乙在一宮,天目武德(主算七,主大將七宮發,主參將一宮囚,始擊將陰德。客算一,客大將一宮囚,客參將三宮發,計神亥。此局太乙助主,主大將發,利為主,見陣利後動,出軍宜西南,戰利東北,利方陣,舉白旗,雲氣從西南來,主勝,聞賊備西南,奇兵西南,伏兵利戌亥時。客參將雖發,大將囚,不利為客,宜固守,聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun's 46th formation applies in the years Jiyou, Xinyou, Guiyou, Yiyou, and Dingyou. Taiyi moves to the first palace (Qian Palace, Northwest, corresponding to the regions of Ji and Bing states). The heavenly eye is located at the Wu De position. The main side's main calculation is seven; the main general is in the seventh palace and is active; the main deputy general is in the first palace, sharing the palace with Taiyi and is captured; the attacking general is located at Yin De. The guest side's calculation is one; the guest general is in the first palace and is captured; the guest deputy general is in the third palace and is active; the spirit of strategy is in亥. In this formation, Taiyi supports the main side, the main general is active, and it is favorable for the main side: in battle, it is advisable to wait and strike later, deploy troops to the southwest, gain advantage in the northeast, arrange a formation array and raise white flags to correspond with the metal energy of the west, and have clouds coming from the southwest, which indicates the main side's victory; be cautious of enemy movements from the southwest, deploy surprise troops in the southwest, and set ambushes during the戌 and亥 hours (approximately from 7 PM to 1 AM). Although the guest side's deputy general can move, the guest general is captured, which is unfavorable for the guest side; they should only defend and be cautious of enemy movements from the northwest.

陰遁第四十七局、庚戌、壬戌、甲戌、丙戌、戊戌。太乙在一宮,天目大簇,宮迫(主算六,主大將六宮,內迫,主參將八宮,外迫,始擊將陽德。客算三十二長,客大將二宮發,客參將六宮內迫,計神戌。始局客算長,大將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜正西南,戰利北,利圓陣,舉黃旗,雲氣從南來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利戌亥時。主目大小將迫,太乙雖助,不利,宜固守,聞賊備正西。)

Yin Dun fourth十七th formation, the years involved are Geng Xu, Ren Xu, Jia Xu, Bing Xu, and Wu Xu. Taiyi is in the first palace (Qian Palace, Northwest). The heavenly eye is over the large cluster position, forming a palace pressure. The main side's main calculation is six; the main general is in the sixth palace, forming an internal pressure, and the main deputy general is in the eighth palace, forming an external pressure; the starting general is over Yang De. The guest side's calculation is thirty-two, which is long; the guest general is in the second palace, indicating a start; the guest deputy general is in the sixth palace, forming an internal pressure; the counting spirit is in Xu. In this formation, the guest side has a long calculation and the general can start, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the southwest, gain advantage in battle in the north, arrange a circular formation and use yellow flags to correspond to the central earth energy, and if clouds come from the south, the guest side will win; be cautious of enemy movements in the northeast direction, deploy a surprise force in the northeast, and set up ambushes at the hours of Xu and Hai. The main side's heavenly eye and both the main and deputy generals are under pressure, and although Taiyi assists, it is difficult to reverse the situation, the situation is unfavorable, and it is only advisable to hold firm and be cautious of enemy movements in the due west direction.

陰遁第四十八局、辛亥、癸亥、乙亥、丁亥、己亥。太乙在一宮,天目陰德,辰迫(主算一,主大將一宮囚,主參將三宮發,始擊將呂申。客算十九長和,客大將九宮格,客參將七宮發,計神酉。此局太乙助客,客算長和,客大將雖格,參將發,利為客,見陣利先動,出軍宜東南,戰利西北,利銳陣,舉赤旗,雲氣從東南來,客勝,聞賊備東北,奇兵東北,伏兵利戌亥時。主大將囚,算短,不利為主,宜固守,聞賊備西北。)

Yin Dun fourth十八th formation, the years involved are Xinhai, Guihai, Yihai, Dinghai, and Jihai. Taiyi is in the first palace (Qian Palace, Northwest). The heavenly eye is at the Yin Virtue position, encountering the influence of Chen. The main side's main calculation is one; the main general is in the first palace, same palace as Taiyi, and is captured. The main assistant general is in the third palace, indicating an attack. The attacking general is at the position of Lü Shen. On the guest side, the guest calculation is nineteen, long and harmonious; the guest general is in the ninth palace, opposing Taiyi and forming a pattern; the guest assistant general is in the seventh palace, indicating an attack. The spirit of calculation is in You. In this formation, Taiyi supports the guest side, the guest calculation is long and harmonious, the guest general although blocked by the pattern, the assistant general can attack, which is favorable for the guest side: in battle, it is advisable to take the initiative first, deploy troops to the southeast, gain advantage in the northwest, arrange a sharp formation, and use red flags to correspond to the southern fire energy. Clouds coming from the southeast will lead to a guest victory; be cautious of enemy movements in the northeast direction, deploy a surprise force in the northeast, and set up ambushes during the戌 and亥 hours. The main side's general is captured, the calculation is short, which is unfavorable for the main side, and it is advisable to hold the position and be cautious of enemy movements in the northwest direction.

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