Sentry Removal
It may be necessary to eliminate a sentry in order to penetrate the enemy camp. The principle
of Nyudaki No Jitsu is used to take advantage of the psychological weakness of a sentry.
Nyudaki is translated from the Japanese to mean "idleness" or a "dislike for being industrious."
It is advisable to select your target carefully. Bear three things in mind when seeking to discover
the shortcomings of an enemy: first, never look down on the enemy and underestimate
him; second, never fear the enemy and act without confidence; and third, never hesitate..
In attacking a sentry, two facets should be considered: He must be killed as quickly as possible,
and he must make no outcry. It is preferable to remove a sentry when he will be least
missed, such as shortly after post checks that occur at regular intervals.
People sleep most deeply between 3:00 and 5:00 A.M. The body is accustomed to this cycle.
Therefore, a sentry, nearing the end of the watch, shortly after a post check, and just before
dawn, is a prime target. He probably will not be missed until the changing of the guard. Also,
those inside the camp will be in their deepest sleep and thus are less likely to hear a muffled
cry.
It should be noted that these techniques have been taught to British Commandoes, U.S. Special
Forces, and before them to Thuggees, assassins and Chinese bandits throughout history.
Have no doubt of their effectiveness and study the anatomy of the human body to know where
to place the blade accurately.
Classical Ninjitsu teaches that there are three basic methods of attacking a Sentry from ambush,
from above, below, or behind. The initial attack must be totally incapacitating and catch
the enemy completely off guard. Attacking from a position of concealment or ambush increases
the probability of success by a factor of four and increases the damage done by the attack by a
factor of three because the enemy is unprepared for the strike.
Discussed next are the five assassination options open to the knife-wielding Ninja: Slitting
the Throat; Kidney Thrust,- Subclavian Artery Thrust; Jugular Thrust; and the Heart Thrust.
Approach to within three or four feet of
the enemy and assume the illustrated stance. This
will enable you to make a lightning strike by
springing on him. The dagger is held in the lead
hand (Mu-Te) while the left arm acts to seize and
hold the enemy for the knife thrust (Soe-Te).
The stance should be a slight crouch. This will
lower the center of gravity, increasing the balance,
place the body below normal eye-level, making it
harder to see, and make it possible to approach the
Sentry silently, using the Pa Pu Step, to within
striking distance. The Chinese army teaches its soldiers
to crawl within twenty feet of the enemy before
standing to make the final assault. This is so
that if the enemy should suspect your presence and
turn quickly, you can make a quick rush at him over
the remaining distance and strike before he can
raise an alarm or get off a shot.
of Nyudaki No Jitsu is used to take advantage of the psychological weakness of a sentry.
Nyudaki is translated from the Japanese to mean "idleness" or a "dislike for being industrious."
It is advisable to select your target carefully. Bear three things in mind when seeking to discover
the shortcomings of an enemy: first, never look down on the enemy and underestimate
him; second, never fear the enemy and act without confidence; and third, never hesitate..
In attacking a sentry, two facets should be considered: He must be killed as quickly as possible,
and he must make no outcry. It is preferable to remove a sentry when he will be least
missed, such as shortly after post checks that occur at regular intervals.
People sleep most deeply between 3:00 and 5:00 A.M. The body is accustomed to this cycle.
Therefore, a sentry, nearing the end of the watch, shortly after a post check, and just before
dawn, is a prime target. He probably will not be missed until the changing of the guard. Also,
those inside the camp will be in their deepest sleep and thus are less likely to hear a muffled
cry.
It should be noted that these techniques have been taught to British Commandoes, U.S. Special
Forces, and before them to Thuggees, assassins and Chinese bandits throughout history.
Have no doubt of their effectiveness and study the anatomy of the human body to know where
to place the blade accurately.
Classical Ninjitsu teaches that there are three basic methods of attacking a Sentry from ambush,
from above, below, or behind. The initial attack must be totally incapacitating and catch
the enemy completely off guard. Attacking from a position of concealment or ambush increases
the probability of success by a factor of four and increases the damage done by the attack by a
factor of three because the enemy is unprepared for the strike.
Discussed next are the five assassination options open to the knife-wielding Ninja: Slitting
the Throat; Kidney Thrust,- Subclavian Artery Thrust; Jugular Thrust; and the Heart Thrust.
Approach to within three or four feet of
the enemy and assume the illustrated stance. This
will enable you to make a lightning strike by
springing on him. The dagger is held in the lead
hand (Mu-Te) while the left arm acts to seize and
hold the enemy for the knife thrust (Soe-Te).
The stance should be a slight crouch. This will
lower the center of gravity, increasing the balance,
place the body below normal eye-level, making it
harder to see, and make it possible to approach the
Sentry silently, using the Pa Pu Step, to within
striking distance. The Chinese army teaches its soldiers
to crawl within twenty feet of the enemy before
standing to make the final assault. This is so
that if the enemy should suspect your presence and
turn quickly, you can make a quick rush at him over
the remaining distance and strike before he can
raise an alarm or get off a shot.
KIDNEY THRUST
Spring forward, whipping the left wrist into the enemy’s trachea
to prevent outcry. The effectiveness of this blow is easily demonstrated
by tapping one’s Adam’s apple with only one-twentieth of the force required.
This action disrupts the phrenic nerve, causing the diaphragm to
cease pumping air in and out of the lungs. Simultaneously drive the dagger
into the kidney horizontally. Cut to both sides by pushing and pulling
tile wrist side to side. Death results in thirty seconds and no help of
man can prevent it.
to prevent outcry. The effectiveness of this blow is easily demonstrated
by tapping one’s Adam’s apple with only one-twentieth of the force required.
This action disrupts the phrenic nerve, causing the diaphragm to
cease pumping air in and out of the lungs. Simultaneously drive the dagger
into the kidney horizontally. Cut to both sides by pushing and pulling
tile wrist side to side. Death results in thirty seconds and no help of
man can prevent it.
SLITTING THE THROAT
Spring forward and cup the enemy chin with the left palm, lifting
it clear of the throat. Draw the blade across the throat at the level of the
cricoid cartilage, beginning at the hilt and stroking to the tip. This attack
slices the trachea, preventing any sort of outcry; then cuts deeper, severing
the carotid sheath. The sentry dies in twelve seconds due to oxygen
starvation of the brain. Unconsciousness occurs in five seconds.
it clear of the throat. Draw the blade across the throat at the level of the
cricoid cartilage, beginning at the hilt and stroking to the tip. This attack
slices the trachea, preventing any sort of outcry; then cuts deeper, severing
the carotid sheath. The sentry dies in twelve seconds due to oxygen
starvation of the brain. Unconsciousness occurs in five seconds.
SUBCLAVIAN ARTERY THRUST
Spring forward and clamp the left hand over the enemy mouth
and nose using the method known as the One-Hand Smother. Pinching
the nose between your thumb and the first joint of the opposing index finger.
Grip the jaws between the heel of the hand and the remaining finger
tips. This method alone will require almost two minutes to produce unconsciousness.
Holding the dagger in the ice-pick grip, thrust the point
well down behind the collarbone (clavicle) and cut side to side. Death
will result in three seconds from severing the subclavian artery.
and nose using the method known as the One-Hand Smother. Pinching
the nose between your thumb and the first joint of the opposing index finger.
Grip the jaws between the heel of the hand and the remaining finger
tips. This method alone will require almost two minutes to produce unconsciousness.
Holding the dagger in the ice-pick grip, thrust the point
well down behind the collarbone (clavicle) and cut side to side. Death
will result in three seconds from severing the subclavian artery.
JUGULAR THRUST
Spring forward and employ the One-Hand Smother. Pull the enemy’s
head to the left and thrust the dagger with edges parallel to the
ground well into the leading edge of the sterno-cleio-mastoideus muscle
running around the side of the neck. This severs the carotid sheath which
contains the carotid artery, jugular vein, and vagus nerve. Cut side to
side. Death ensues in twelve seconds, unconsciousness in five.
head to the left and thrust the dagger with edges parallel to the
ground well into the leading edge of the sterno-cleio-mastoideus muscle
running around the side of the neck. This severs the carotid sheath which
contains the carotid artery, jugular vein, and vagus nerve. Cut side to
side. Death ensues in twelve seconds, unconsciousness in five.
HEART THRUST
Spring forward, sliding your left arm over the enemy right arm
and up to clamp over his mouth from below. Bend him backwards,
breaking his balance to the rear. Drive the knife slightly upward under
the rib cage, into the chest cavity to penetrate the heart. Cut side to side.
Death comes in three seconds, unconsciousness is induced instantly.
Very likely these attacks will cause the enemy to drop his weapon, or
knock off his helmet or headgear. Should this occur, make no attempt to
prevent these incidental noises. Remain still for about ten seconds, listen
for sounds of pursuit. It is probable that slight noises will be overlooked,
especially if they are unrecognizable. Hearing no sound of pursuit, use
the hold of your left arm to drag or carry the sentry backward out of sight.
In selecting a knife, three factors should be considered: durability, keenness, and balance. The
handle should fit comfortably in the hand. It is essential that the blade have a sharp stabbing
point and clean cutting edges. An artery which is torn through by a dull blade tends to contract.
An artery which is cleanly severed bleeds freely and is usually a fatal wound.
and up to clamp over his mouth from below. Bend him backwards,
breaking his balance to the rear. Drive the knife slightly upward under
the rib cage, into the chest cavity to penetrate the heart. Cut side to side.
Death comes in three seconds, unconsciousness is induced instantly.
Very likely these attacks will cause the enemy to drop his weapon, or
knock off his helmet or headgear. Should this occur, make no attempt to
prevent these incidental noises. Remain still for about ten seconds, listen
for sounds of pursuit. It is probable that slight noises will be overlooked,
especially if they are unrecognizable. Hearing no sound of pursuit, use
the hold of your left arm to drag or carry the sentry backward out of sight.
In selecting a knife, three factors should be considered: durability, keenness, and balance. The
handle should fit comfortably in the hand. It is essential that the blade have a sharp stabbing
point and clean cutting edges. An artery which is torn through by a dull blade tends to contract.
An artery which is cleanly severed bleeds freely and is usually a fatal wound.
AMBUSH FROM ABOVE
Begin by gaining a position above the enemy using the Kuji
Ashi, or hide in a superior position and wait for the enemy to come into
range. Bear in mind that when being attacked from above, people seldom
look up, and they tend to shoot under the target when firing up.
Fix your gaze on the back of the enemy skull.
Drop on the enemy, striking him with your full weight. Employ
the knees to strike his shoulders and drive him straight down,
breaking your own fall with his body. Try not to land directly on his
head; though this frequently snaps the neck, the body does not fall .
properly. Should the enemy hear or sense your attack as you launch it
and turn about, the attack will still succeed.
Ride the enemy body to the ground, crushing his spine beneath you. Apply the coup de grace by striking the base of the skull with the right Shuto, breaking the neck.
Ashi, or hide in a superior position and wait for the enemy to come into
range. Bear in mind that when being attacked from above, people seldom
look up, and they tend to shoot under the target when firing up.
Fix your gaze on the back of the enemy skull.
Drop on the enemy, striking him with your full weight. Employ
the knees to strike his shoulders and drive him straight down,
breaking your own fall with his body. Try not to land directly on his
head; though this frequently snaps the neck, the body does not fall .
properly. Should the enemy hear or sense your attack as you launch it
and turn about, the attack will still succeed.
Ride the enemy body to the ground, crushing his spine beneath you. Apply the coup de grace by striking the base of the skull with the right Shuto, breaking the neck.
AMBUSH FROM BELOW
When cover is scarce or low, consider attacking from below. Select a point of concealment
above which the enemy will pass and from which you may launch your assault unseen.
As the enemy passes, cup his rear foot in the palm of’ your hand (the right in this
case), simultaneously poising the dagger in your left.
Scoop the enemy foot forward as he shifts his weight forward onto his lead foot, lifting
it clear of the ground and breaking his balance to the rear. Cock the dagger beside your left
ear in an ice-pick grip.
As the enemy falls beside you, landing on his shoulders, pivot over your right knee and
drive the dagger downward into his heart. It is essential that you sweep the enemy as he takes
his weight off his rear foot. This prevents him from saving himself by taking a quick step forward.
above which the enemy will pass and from which you may launch your assault unseen.
As the enemy passes, cup his rear foot in the palm of’ your hand (the right in this
case), simultaneously poising the dagger in your left.
Scoop the enemy foot forward as he shifts his weight forward onto his lead foot, lifting
it clear of the ground and breaking his balance to the rear. Cock the dagger beside your left
ear in an ice-pick grip.
As the enemy falls beside you, landing on his shoulders, pivot over your right knee and
drive the dagger downward into his heart. It is essential that you sweep the enemy as he takes
his weight off his rear foot. This prevents him from saving himself by taking a quick step forward.
AMBUSH FROM BEHIND
Advance to a position behind the enemy, armed in this case with a garrote. This consists of
a length of thin steel cable approximately two feet long or a length of the sayo, the cord used to
tie the sword to the belt.
Wrap the ends of the cable around your fists and grip the central position with the
thumbs. Some schools advocate crossing the garrote, forming a loop to slip over the enemy
head. This merely makes the attack more difficult and less likely to succeed.
Drop the garrote over the enemy’s head and pull back with both hands, exerting sufficient
pressure to force the enemy backward. His reaction will be to try to seize the garrote and
relieve the pressure against his throat. This attack affects the trachea, preventing any outcry, as
well as shutting off the blood supply to the brain through the carotid artery.
Continue to exert choking pressure with the arms, crossing the fists behind the enemy
neck. Drive the knee upward into the small of his back, breaking the spine. To finish him
off, you can twist to your right, dropping him face down, and sit atop him on your knee until he
ceases to struggle.
a length of thin steel cable approximately two feet long or a length of the sayo, the cord used to
tie the sword to the belt.
Wrap the ends of the cable around your fists and grip the central position with the
thumbs. Some schools advocate crossing the garrote, forming a loop to slip over the enemy
head. This merely makes the attack more difficult and less likely to succeed.
Drop the garrote over the enemy’s head and pull back with both hands, exerting sufficient
pressure to force the enemy backward. His reaction will be to try to seize the garrote and
relieve the pressure against his throat. This attack affects the trachea, preventing any outcry, as
well as shutting off the blood supply to the brain through the carotid artery.
Continue to exert choking pressure with the arms, crossing the fists behind the enemy
neck. Drive the knee upward into the small of his back, breaking the spine. To finish him
off, you can twist to your right, dropping him face down, and sit atop him on your knee until he
ceases to struggle.
SHIMEWAZA (JAPANESE STRANGLE)
Any time you are behind the enemy you may seek to employ the Japanese Strangle to subdue
him. This technique may be applied while standing, sitting (as after a throw), or on the
mat. Three variations are possible.
The Rear Naked Choke is not a true strangle hold, but one in which the pressure of the forearm
is directed against the windpipe. This hold is quite painful, causing the enemy to struggle
more violently. This choke, however, will induce unconsciousness, usually when the strangle is
improperly applied.
In the Classical Method, whip the left forearm around the enemy throat, striking him
on the trachea with the inside edge of the wrist or hand. This action will cause him to inhale
sharply. Continue the action until the crook of the left forearm/elbow lies against the injured
trachea. The left bicep will press against the left side of the enemy neck, while the left forearm
will press against the right. Clamp the right palm behind the enemy skull with the finger tips
behind his left ear. This will be used to push him forward into the left elbow.
Grip your right bicep with your left palm. Relax the left arm and push with the right
palm. This is not a punishing hold to the enemy, since he could still breath if your throat-strike
had not damaged the phrenic nerve. Pressure is directed instead to the sides of the neck, specifically
against the carotid artery which collapses in a ribbon-like manner when one inhales.
When the supply of blood to the brain is cut off, unconsciousness results in five seconds. If the
hold is improperly applied and only one artery is sealed, unconsciousness will begin in ten to
fifteen seconds.
It is possible to revive a person rendered unconscious by this technique, but this is employed
in sport applications only.
The Tel Shia Technique is useful should the enemy seek to escape by reaching behind to
strike your groin. Extend the fingers of both hands forming the Shuto with each, then step
quickly back with the right leg and pull him down. This action will dislocate the skull from the
spinal column resulting in instant death.
him. This technique may be applied while standing, sitting (as after a throw), or on the
mat. Three variations are possible.
The Rear Naked Choke is not a true strangle hold, but one in which the pressure of the forearm
is directed against the windpipe. This hold is quite painful, causing the enemy to struggle
more violently. This choke, however, will induce unconsciousness, usually when the strangle is
improperly applied.
In the Classical Method, whip the left forearm around the enemy throat, striking him
on the trachea with the inside edge of the wrist or hand. This action will cause him to inhale
sharply. Continue the action until the crook of the left forearm/elbow lies against the injured
trachea. The left bicep will press against the left side of the enemy neck, while the left forearm
will press against the right. Clamp the right palm behind the enemy skull with the finger tips
behind his left ear. This will be used to push him forward into the left elbow.
Grip your right bicep with your left palm. Relax the left arm and push with the right
palm. This is not a punishing hold to the enemy, since he could still breath if your throat-strike
had not damaged the phrenic nerve. Pressure is directed instead to the sides of the neck, specifically
against the carotid artery which collapses in a ribbon-like manner when one inhales.
When the supply of blood to the brain is cut off, unconsciousness results in five seconds. If the
hold is improperly applied and only one artery is sealed, unconsciousness will begin in ten to
fifteen seconds.
It is possible to revive a person rendered unconscious by this technique, but this is employed
in sport applications only.
The Tel Shia Technique is useful should the enemy seek to escape by reaching behind to
strike your groin. Extend the fingers of both hands forming the Shuto with each, then step
quickly back with the right leg and pull him down. This action will dislocate the skull from the
spinal column resulting in instant death.