Diagram of the One-Character Formation for Unified Miscellaneous Troops

This page illustrates the "One-character formation" (yī zì zhèn), a fundamental linear military deployment named for its resemblance to the Chinese character for "one" (一). This is the simplest way to deploy troops to present a broad, unified front to the enemy.

[Tactical Diagram: Thirteen small flags on poles are arranged in a precise, straight horizontal row. Each pole is set into a small circular base, representing the individual units or squads that together form a single, unbroken line of defense or advance.]