This Xiangqi formation features a double horse trap, where every move is a matter of life and death. The Red Chariot on file 9 and the Black Horse on file 5 rank 8 form a dagger-sword formation, threatening to cut through the opponent's forces. The Red Cannon on file 1 rank 5 and the Black Cannon on file 2 rank 1 create an empty cannon formation, forcing the Black General to be cautious with each move.