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These are the eight 'animals' that represent eight shapes, eight models, eight structures, and eight feelings. The fundamental skills of baguazhang are traditionally organized around the eight animals. The circle is walked in each of these shapes, with their special feeling. Each of these eight models has eight mother palms, each of which has eight variations, which gives sixty-four palms for each 'animal'. Also, each shape has its special own way of performing the individual techniques of baguazhang.