“You can see me, but can you sense me?”
How to Disappear (or Sneak Away From Your Cat) Like a Ninja, Included – 7-Step Guide to STEALTH.
Learn why black is NOT the best color for a ninja and other mistakes midnight warriors and twilight troopers make when training to be a shadow warrior. too hard to see? Who are these warriors in the forest that look like leaves and trees?
This popularity (of people being invisible or disappearing) was fueled by the ever-increasing martial arts and ninja movies, not to mention the fact that it often serves as a realistic tool in today’s excuse-related self-defense system. The attention drawn by the media and other forms of entertainment has done a significant part in expanding awareness and helping to spread the need to be fairly stealthy.
For example:
The villain of the movie.
“The Blair Witch Project”
David Copperfield
Rambo
Great Presidential Candidates
DO Simpson.
All of whom were masters of stealth, invisibility, survival, concealment, and/or verbal statements such as “I wasn’t there.”
Let me start by saying, “There are no deep, dark secrets about the art of invisibility.” The above is true, though (being sneaky) can create a mystical amazement in your opponent’s eye. Invisibility is the art of employing simple techniques and skills used effectively to make one difficult to perceive or hear.
Nothing you learn here will teach you to just disappear. This and all articles (apart from the story of how I survived a fight with 10 Yosemite black bears) are based on realistic approaches to training. I won’t worry (and I hope you won’t either) with black magic or concepts based on ancient history and storytelling. So put away the crooked fingers and Kuji-Kiri books and let’s focus on some fancy footwork.
If you really want to master the art of invisibility, I’d also suggest ditching your ninja text guides for wearing black (which, honestly, isn’t even the right color for hiding in the shadows). And until you can track down David Copperfield, here are some tips for improving your skills in the physical realm. The first is to memorize (not hypnotize) my definition of being hard to see:
To be invisible, you must not be seen or heard in a way that distinguishes you as YOU. Do you remember that forest with that tree that falls without anyone around hearing it fall? You know, the one that ends with this question: If no one is there to hear the tree fall, does it make a sound?
Yes, the tree makes a sound. Why, because if you were there, you would listen to it and say, “wow, that was strong.” Regardless of your presence or your perception of reality, the tree will always make the sound. The real question is whether we define the word “sound” and associate it with our hearing. When in reality, the falling of the tree creates a noise as a fact regardless of how we perceive the definitions. This is another concept of invisibility. Both the theory and the tree remain elusive and therefore invisible. You want to be that tree.
Okay, let me get you out of the woods before we get lost. The concept of invisibility means that you can make sounds and even cross into your opponent’s sight, but you must not be perceived, so you can be within your enemy’s sight, in fact, they may even see you. However, because you have blended into your surroundings, you are not perceived. Another example is, “Where’s Waldo?” You may be looking for Waldo, who is within your sight, but unless you perceive him, he remains invisible. Hey, this reminds me of high school.
So, in order for us to remain invisible, we must master the art of masking each and every indicator. An indicator is something that would basically say, “hey, it’s me and I’m hiding behind this rock.”
Camouflage
Obviously, you want to remain calm when you’re walking through the woods or down a dark alley. The key to hiding is to learn and practice some stealth techniques. Camouflage is usually seen as patterned green clothing to wear in a forest. Camouflage (whether artificial or natural) is actually any ability you use to stay invisible. This includes – sight, hearing, smell and sense:
Vision
The human eye sees movement first. So this is your number one priority, to stay out of sight you need to know what you can do and what your opponent is trying to do. This applies to all of your invisibility training. Here are the basics:
do not be an idiot
You need to lean to move patiently and smoothly. Sudden movements are easy to see. Also, don’t go disturbing the peace in a natural environment. A flock of birds taking off is a sign that something is in the area.
If you are heard, it does not mean that you will be perceived. Even if it’s obvious you’re there. However, if they do see it, not only is it obvious that it is there, but its exact position is now revealed. Is that a big black head?
His visual goal is to remove the distinctive form of the human form. You will also need to pay attention to form and lighting. Think about what could create a silhouette and know when to hide, crawl, walk, stealth or run. What kind of uniform or outfit are you wearing? Do you stand out or blend in? Do you carry a large sword or what looks like a tree branch? Shape – an opinion
Depending on your situation, sportswear is often a much better outfit for urban invisibility. Why? Well, what if they revealed you? A jogging suit is much more believable than the embarrassment of having your tabi (a split-toe shoe of ninja warriors) on display. For Ninja photographs and movies, the portrayed uniform looks great, but it is more effective to look like a fallen tree branch than a model for Ninja magazine.
Colors to hide
In order to be invisible, it is crucial that you wear clothing or material that blends in with the environment around you. Colors must have the same level of intensity, brightness and contrast to remain consistent. Use the following guide.
Night: dark blue, black, gray or other dark color
Country: Greens and Browns
City: gray sometimes blue
Just because it’s night doesn’t mean a head-to-toe black uniform makes you invisible. That outfit will really make you stand out and it will be easy to spot you when you move. Unless you stay deep in the darkest part of a shadow, a dark black outfit is not realistic. Remember, black is not a very natural color: the sky is dark blue, not black, and trees, leaves, and grass are often made up of greens or browns. Likewise, a black uniform is limited to night work, while a green and brown uniform can be adapted when the sun is out. Color options can help you do this. Movement
Always move from shadow to shadow, from rock to rock, from obstacle to obstacle. Other specialized body strategies and tactics are used in conjunction with his movements. The more you look like part of the environment and the less you look like a human hiding behind a bush, the more likely you are to remain invisible. If the area you’re hiding behind doesn’t completely hide your figure or shape, then it’s important to shape your body to look like your cover. For example: lying down in a field, crouching among the rocks, and extending your arms and legs along the branches and branches of trees.
Note that by doing so (aligning your body with that of an object to hide it), you are doing your best to be in a position from which you can respond. If you lie face down in the mud and can’t react when an opponent is about to plunge a 6-inch dagger into your back, you’ll have more than just mud on your face.
This wraps up part one – be sure to read part two for more tips on how to use stealth like a ninja master.