Guide
Liuyao basics
1
How to ask
Liuyao works best with clear, concrete situations. A strong question usually:
- · Focuses on one specific matter
- · Has a clear time frame, such as this month or this year
- · Avoids vague wording like “How is my luck?” when “Will I pass this interview?” is more useful
2
How casting works
Traditional Liuyao uses three coins. Heads is yang (3 points) and tails is yin (2 points). Each throw creates one line based on the total:
Old yang (9)
Three heads → changing line, transforms to yin
Young yang (7)
Two heads, one tail → stable line
Young yin (8)
One head, two tails → stable line
Old yin (6)
Three tails → changing line, transforms to yang
3
How to read it
The analysis follows the Jing Fang Na Jia framework. The core ideas are:
- · Useful line: the line that represents the subject of your question
- · Strength: whether that line is supported or weakened by time and structure
- · Changing lines: moving lines that shift the direction of the reading
- · Void: lines that are temporarily inactive and need extra care in interpretation
Next Step
Turn the guide into a real reading
Once your question is specific enough, go straight into the casting flow. Yarrow will handle the chart, moving lines, and interpretation structure for you.