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The Elliottician’s Paradox: 12-12 or Zigzag? Bias Is the Key

Ever stare at a chart and ask, “Is that a 12-12 or a classic zigzag?” Yeah… welcome to the paradox we Elliotticians live in. Pattern recognition’s a blessing and a curse because context is everything, but confidence can get you wrecked.

This one’s got me on the edge.

What’s Happening Here

We’re currently watching a move that could be either:
- A corrective zigzag (5-3-5), or
- A 1-2, 1-2 setup, gearing up for a blastoff

That’s the core dilemma — two valid options, both technically legal. So what tips the scales? Bias.

The Line in the Sand: 152

Here’s what I’m watching for:

Key Level: 152
- That’s the bull/bear line for me.
- A strong impulsive reclaim above 152 flips the script. I’d reconsider the bearish view if price surges with intent.
- But if we return to 152 in a sluggish, corrective way? I’ll be eyeing continuation lower, aligned with a more traditional zigzag structure.

Elliott View

This is where the paradox plays out:

If we’re looking at a 1-2, 1-2 setup, expect:
- A powerful Wave 3 soon (should not be shy)

If it’s a Zigzag ABC:
- Then we should expect a corrective internal retracement and continuation to the down side, at minimum past the origin of the initial move.

The chart will speak loudest. But structure and strength of this next leg will confirm the story.

Final Thoughts

Trading isn’t about being right. It’s about managing scenarios — and this one’s a classic fork-in-the-road moment. I’ve got a plan for both directions.

152 is my trigger. Stay below it and fade the rally. Break above it impulsively, and I’ll flip my bias with it.

The Elliottician’s paradox isn’t a trap — it’s an invitation to stay sharp.

Your Turn
How are you reading this structure? Do you favor the zigzag or the 1-2 setup? Drop a comment and let me know.

Trade safe, trade clarity!