Banghap (Directional Combination)

Banghap groups three consecutive branches by direction: East (In-Myo-Jin = Tiger-Rabbit-Dragon → Wood), South (Sa-O-Mi = Snake-Horse-Goat → Fire), West (Sin-Yu-Sul = Monkey-Rooster-Dog → Metal), North (Hae-Ja-Chuk = Pig-Rat-Ox → Water). Unlike Samhap which draws from diverse directions, Banghap concentrates directional force. When all three branches are present in the chart or transits, the associated element becomes overwhelmingly dominant. This can be positive (massive elemental support) or destabilizing (extreme imbalance) depending on whether the element serves the Day Master.

Banghap brings intense elemental energy from one direction. If this element supports you, it's empowering. If it overwhelms your chart, it requires management.