manendo
Manendo refers to a specific technique or practice found in certain martial arts, particularly those with a focus on internal energy or ki. It is often associated with the ability to project or manipulate one's internal energy outwards, influencing an opponent or an object without direct physical contact. The term itself, derived from Japanese, suggests a concept of "sending" or "emitting" this internal force.
The practice of manendo is not universally defined across all martial arts. In some traditions, it is
Manifestations of manendo can range from subtle effects, such as inducing a feeling of unease or affecting