Shogun Method

1. Embrace Your Inner Manipulator: It's Human Nature

Every single human being is a manipulator.

Manipulation is survival. The book argues that manipulation is not inherently evil but a fundamental aspect of human interaction. We manipulate our surroundings, people, and situations to survive and thrive. Recognizing this inherent nature is the first step to becoming a conscious and effective manipulator, especially in the context of seduction.

Conscious manipulation. The Shogun Method encourages deliberate and controlled manipulation, rather than unconscious or haphazard attempts. By accepting our nature as manipulators, we can act with intention and predictability. This involves understanding that influencing a woman's thoughts and behaviors is a form of manipulation, and that this is a natural part of human interaction.

Amoral techniques. The techniques within the Shogun Method are amoral, meaning they can be used for good or evil. The author trusts the reader to use them ethically, but also cautions against abandoning ethics in the pursuit of seduction. The key is to be aware of the power you wield and use it responsibly.

2. Conceal Your Intentions: Covert Seduction is Key

You will have to hide your true intentions if you want to persuade a woman to think or do anything you want her to.

Directness is a turn-off. The book emphasizes that direct approaches to seduction are ineffective because women are biologically wired to reject them. Instead, you must conceal your true intentions until the persuasion is complete. This means avoiding overt declarations of attraction or desire.

Subconscious persuasion. The most effective persuasion occurs when the target's brain doesn't have time to process and reject the command. This requires presenting commands subconsciously, bypassing the conscious mind's defenses. The goal is to influence her thoughts and feelings without her realizing she's being manipulated.

Stealth is essential. The Shogun Method requires covert action, operating completely under the radar. A woman cannot resist what she cannot detect. This means that your attempts to seduce her must be subtle and indirect, working on her subconscious rather than her conscious mind.

3. The Female Mind: A Landscape of Manipulable Flaws

A woman’s mind is flawed. The fastest way to seduce a woman is by directly manipulating these flaws.

Emotional over logic. The book posits that women are driven more by emotions than logic, making them particularly susceptible to emotional manipulation. They often don't know what they truly want, and their conscious desires are often overpowered by unconscious ones. This means that appealing to her emotions is more effective than appealing to her reason.

Illusion of choice. Women often believe they are making rational choices in love and relationships, but this is an illusion. They don't consciously choose who to fall in love with; attraction seems to happen naturally. This means that by manipulating her emotions, you can force her to feel attraction, regardless of her conscious desires.

Attraction buttons. The book introduces the concept of "Attraction Buttons," hard-wired emotional triggers that can be pushed to elicit attraction. By understanding and manipulating these buttons, you can "brute-force" a woman to develop feelings for you. This involves evoking specific emotions, both positive and negative, to create a powerful emotional connection.

4. The IRAE Model: A Seduction Roadmap

Each step inside the IRAE Model is to be taken sequentially, in strict order.

Sequential seduction. The IRAE Model provides a structured approach to seduction, consisting of four distinct stages: Intrigue, Rapport, Attraction, and Enslavement. These stages must be followed sequentially, with each stage building upon the previous one. Skipping steps will likely result in failure.

Endpoint-oriented approach. The Shogun Method is endpoint-oriented, meaning it works backward from the desired outcome. This involves identifying the necessary steps to reach the endpoint of a woman falling in love. The IRAE model provides a clear path to achieve this goal.

Desirability scale. The process of seduction is viewed as a transfer of emotion, specifically Desirability. The goal is to move a woman from a low level of Desirability to a high level. This involves understanding her "Action Limit" (the level of Desirability needed for her to say yes) and her "Pain Limit" (the level of discomfort she can tolerate).

5. Intrigue: Capturing Her Attention is Paramount

Seduction begins and ends with the mental engagement of a woman.

Attention is the key. Capturing and holding a woman's attention is the first and most crucial step in seduction. If you can retain her attention long enough, she will eventually fall in love with you. This is because when her attention is captured, her self-awareness fades, and her emotions take over.

Hot vs. Cold mode. The female brain operates in either "Hot" (emotional) or "Cold" (analytical) mode. You want to keep her in "Hot" mode by presenting novel and amusing situations, preventing her from reverting to rational analysis. This is achieved by creating intrigue and suspense.

Intrigue stories. The book advocates for using personal stories with elements of brevity, focus, danger, time constraint, and conflict to capture attention. These stories should be delivered with cliffhangers to maintain interest. The goal is to create a puzzle that she wants to solve, keeping her engaged.

6. Rapport: Building a Bridge of Trust and Desire

The response you will get with a woman is the reflection of what you project on her.

Rapport is within your control. The book argues that rapport is not something that happens to you, but something you create. By controlling your own emotions and projecting comfort and trust, you can elicit the same feelings in your target. This means that you are responsible for the quality of the interaction.

Mirroring and calibration. Mirroring her body language and speech patterns creates a subconscious sense of familiarity. The Social Calibration System helps you gauge your progress by identifying signals of trance and comfort. This involves paying close attention to her breathing, heart rate, facial expressions, and other subtle cues.

Conversational hooks. Instead of trying too hard to build rapport, use conversational hooks to get her to actively engage with you. These are devices that create information gaps, compelling her to ask questions and work for your attention. This makes her more invested in the interaction.

7. Attraction: The Dance of Entice and Repel

To make her attracted to you, exploit these two flaws in the female mind.

Resist overt seduction. Women are programmed to resist overt attempts at seduction. Therefore, you must entice her covertly, working on her subconscious rather than her conscious mind. This involves using Implanted Commands to plant suggestions without her realizing it.

Chase the running rabbit. Women are also programmed to chase what is running away. Therefore, you must repel her to create the space for her to pursue you. This involves using Devalidation techniques to create a sense of loss and make her work for your attention.

Entice and repel. The Attraction Development Model (ADM) involves alternating between enticing her with Implanted Commands and repelling her with Devalidation techniques. This creates a push-pull dynamic that intensifies attraction and keeps her engaged. The goal is to create a sense of uncertainty and desire.

8. Enslavement: The Ultimate (Optional) Control

None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free.

Segregation is key. Enslavement involves segregating your target from the outside world, both physically and emotionally. This can be achieved through shared experiences, shared secrets, prophesy, hearsay, and role reversal. The goal is to create a bond that isolates her from external influences.

Emotional dependence. The goal of enslavement is to make her emotionally dependent on you, so that she feels uncomfortable and disoriented when you are not around. This involves creating a strong emotional barrier that separates her from others and makes her seek your validation and approval.

The Black Rose Sequence. The Black Rose Sequence is the ultimate tool for enslavement, combining Fractionation, anchoring, alter ego creation, and transmutation. This sequence is designed to create a powerful emotional bond and make her completely subservient to your will. It is the final step in the Shogun Method, and should be used with extreme caution.

Last updated: February 8, 2025