WARRIOR MYSTIC
On their path to spiritual refinement, the Kurai Kotori Sohei (Warrior-Mystic) practices an art known as Gorin Kuji Myo Himitsu Shaku or the Secret Knowledge of Inner Strength. This art form makes use of indepth medative techniques that are focused on unleashing the dormant spiritual powers that dwell deep within every warrior. If the warrior can successfully tap into their inner power, they can accomplish superhuman feats. Feats such as heightening mental and physical strength, refining mental focus, directing spiritual energy, projecting thoughts and emotions and tapping into the realm of the shadow.
As mysterious as this sounds, these powers exist within every human being in existence. They are not magical energies as much as they are personal, spiritual energies that, if focused, can bring about the creation of powerful skills that breach the realm of normal human abilities.
The Meditative technique used in Gorin Kuji Myo Himitsu Shaku draws upon the energies of the body, speech, and mind of the warrior to attain the realization of their inner strength. The Body, Speech, and Mind together make up what is called the Three great secrets (Sanmitsu).
The secrets of Body contain the Ketsu-in which are methods of finger weaving. Each of these hand positions symbolize a certain feat the warrior is trying to accomplish. Along with the entertwining of fingers there are also ritual implements such as the prayer bell.
The secrets of Speech contain the Jumon which are the “True word” incantations. These vocal intonations follow a pattern of specific sounds that put the warrior in a communicative state with the energy that flows through the universe.
The secrets of Mind contain the Kanso which invoke the strength ancient Deities through the use of written scrolls that specify the warrior’s intentions. This is known as KUFU (Concentrated reflection). From the very simple to the most complex, the Gorin Kuji Myo Himitsu Shaku ritual can be applied in a great number of combinations. The rituals can be applied by a solitary warrior, or done with many warriors to create a more powerful effect.
SANMITSU - THE THREE AS ONE
When the warrior weaves their fingers into one of the many hand configurations (Ketsu-in) and recites the “True word” incantations (Jumon) while concentrating on an ancient Deity (Kanso), they open the gateway to supreme universal knowledge.
The overall application of this practice puts the warrior in touch with all the supernatural powers located at the center of their being, which is often referred to as “The light from within.” When these powers are properly focused, the mind is freed of obstructive barriers and the body is released from physical limitations.
FUDO MYO-O - THE IMMOVABLE KING
Japan’s mystics lived a life dedicated to peace. They guarded themselves and their followers from the perils of violence and temptation and were often regarded as the very embodiment of goodness. Yet, they knew that there was a flip-side to their virtuous nature, a darker side of existence that they could not oppose without sacrificing their peaceful ways. They used magical incantations to call upon entities known as the Myo-o to vanquish the evil of the world. The Myo-o were creatures who possessed great power and were dedicated to battling evil in it’s many incarnations. It is said that they had no true physical form, but when they were summoned by the mystic, they would manifest themselves as huge powerful humanoids armed with a variety of unique weapons. The Myo-o associated with the Kurai Kotori Clan is “Fudo Myo-o, the Unmoving Illuminating King.”
Fudo Myo-o is the symbol of the inherent abilities often sought by the warrior, and Fudo is studied by the warrior during meditation in the hopes that these attributes will transfer over to them. Fudo Myo-o can be described as being vicious in appearance, with a skin color that emits a bluish-black radiance with an arc of red flame surrounding him. Although benevolent in nature, Fudo Myo-o wages an ongoing battle against all that is evil in existence, allowing nothing wicked to stand in his way. Internally, Fudo Myo-o’s wrathful qualities enter to terrify and subdue all egotistical obstructions within the warrior. To accomplish this task Fudo Myo-o is armed with two distinct weapons. In his upraised right hand he holds a double edged sword, the sword of secret wisdom, which he uses to cut through any delusions in the warrior’s mind, while instilling the importance of qualities such as attaining knowledge for greater intelligence. In his left hand Fudo Myo-o grips a coiled rope, which represents the ability to bind even the most uncontrollable passions in the warrior. The sword and rope together are used to enlighten the warrior to what things appear to be, and what they actually are.
THE PURPOSE OF GORIN KUJI MYO HIMITSU SHAKU
The warrior is destined to run into mental obstacles during their training. However, in most cases, these obstacles are created by one’s own sub-conscious. This can be seen when the warrior is about to attempt a complex maneuver, and just before it is set into action, something inside stops their body from executing the technique. Some call this occurrence fear, but in actuality it is the warrior’s sub-conscious telling them that what they are attempting does not seem possible. This can be a frustrating experience because the warrior wants to execute the technique, but the sub-conscious keeps shutting down their ability to move properly, which in turn causes a type of hesitation. This is where the warrior’s secret knowledge can be put into action. By utilizing the Gorin Kuji spells, the warrior is able to remove any and all obstacles from their sub-conscious mind that do not allow their intention to become a reality. This clearing of barriers from the deeper mind is imperative to the warrior’s success. By invoking the Gorin Kuji power, the warrior’s body, mind and spirit will begin to work in total unison.
LEARNING THE NINE HANDSIGNS
There are nine handsigns that the Warrior uses to attain personal power. Each one holds a specific meaning. They are normally only taught through “Okuden” or “Oral transfer method,” but I have placed them in this text as written records to be utilized as reference (Kuketsu). It should be noted that these signs do not endow the warrior with magical skills from outside forces, instead they unlimit the hidden abilities possessed within. You must seek to find something you already possess.
