2026-01-16 09:29:41

The main force in the crypto market has never been a decisive power; this is an easily overlooked truth. In the short term, the main players can indeed create waves, but ultimately they still have to bow to the market cycle.

Looking at Litecoin's performance over the years, it becomes clear. From previous hesitation to now aggressive moves, it’s essentially about seeking survival opportunities within the cycle. And what about Ethereum’s "rally" at 1380? In the end, it was just a failure. This isn’t bad luck, but because the cycle’s power simply cannot be suppressed. When the entire market is oscillating downward, relying solely on capital to force an upward move will only backfire.

From historical trends, Litecoin’s bull and bear cycles are almost synchronized with Bitcoin’s. Every real market rally is built on a turning point in the market cycle, not on a single dominant force controlling everything. Past situations like "washouts that don’t clean out, rallies that can’t push higher" stem from the market oscillating within a range without a clear direction. Under the dual pressure of macro environment and market sentiment, even the most aggressive main players find it hard to break through.

The current issue is that if Litecoin’s main force continues this aggressive style, the outcome depends on one thing: whether the market cycle has truly reached a turning point. If yes, this wave of market movement may unfold naturally; if it’s still within oscillation, excessive aggression will only make the situation worse.

Ultimately, investors need to understand a core logic—main force operations are just short-term variables; the cycle is the underlying force that determines the long-term trend. Whether Litecoin can break out into an independent trend depends not on how decisive the main players are, but on whether the entire cryptocurrency market can break through this oscillation pattern and truly enter an upward cycle. Talking about controlling the market outside of the cycle is like building castles in the air; Ethereum’s lesson is already there for all to see.

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IfIWereOnChain

· 2h ago

That's right, the main force's approach is truly a paper tiger in the face of the cycle. I saw clearly that the Ethereum 1380 wave was coming, and hard pulling is useless. When the cycle arrives, it will go up on its own; if the cycle doesn't come, throwing more money is pointless.

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HashBard

· 5h ago

cycle > whale moves, always has been tbh. eth 1380 bagholders still waiting for their redemption arc lol

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GateUser-ccc36bc5

· 5h ago

In the face of cycles, everyone is equal, and the main players are also helpless --- That's right, the $1380 Ethereum surge was really hilarious --- So now it depends on whether Bitcoin can really break out; only if it breaks can Litecoin have a chance --- Another analysis that justifies itself through cycle theory, anyway, everything can be explained --- Main players' aggressive operations are betting on cycle turning points; if they guess right, they make a profit; if wrong, they get backlash. That's the game rule --- Wait, according to this logic, retail investors have even less chance? Main players can't even control the cycle, so what are we playing for? --- Litecoin has been through all kinds of turmoil in recent years, it seems to have no independence at all --- Let's admit a fact: controlling the market can't change the big trend, but it can allow you to buy the dip within the cycle --- Ethereum's lesson is that even the strongest capital can't change market sentiment

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SellLowExpert

· 5h ago

In plain terms, even the strongest main players can't withstand the cycle's big influence. I saw clearly that ETH 1380 was just a futile attempt, like a mantis trying to stop a chariot. The cycle hasn't turned yet, forcing it is just courting death. LTC is now betting on this.

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ForkYouPayMe

· 5h ago

In simple terms, everyone is equal in the face of the cycle; the main players also have to obey and listen. ETH's surge to 1380 indeed couldn't push higher, and we're still waiting for the turning point. If you force the cycle without it arriving, it will only get worse—this is a bloody lesson. It doesn't matter whether the main players are aggressive or cautious; it depends on whether the market is willing to buy in. If Litecoin can truly develop an independent trend, it would be surprising; it mainly depends on the market sentiment. Before bottom-fishing, confirm whether the cycle has turned; otherwise, you're just taking a flying knife. The aggressive moves of the main players look fierce, but they're actually betting on whether the turning point will come or not. Instead of studying how the main players move, it's better to keep an eye on whether there's a change in the larger cycle. In one sentence: wait for the cycle, don't gamble on the main players, and only coming out alive is considered winning.

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consensus_whisperer

· 5h ago

In the face of cycles, the main force is always the younger brother --- It's the same theory again, but it really hits the point --- That Ethereum 1380 wave was really hilarious, pushing up hard and then reversing to smash its own feet --- Basically, it's about going with the trend; trying to manipulate against the cycle will eventually backfire --- Now it's all about whether the market has truly turned or not; if not, just wait to get hit --- What use is the main force? The cycle is the parent; this is the truth --- Every time I see news about the main force manipulating the market, I think of that Ethereum crash—really unnecessary --- The key is the cycle turning point; otherwise, no matter how much capital there is, it's all in vain --- I agree with this logic; the historical trend is right there --- The problem is, who can really see if the cycle has truly turned now? --- If the market is still volatile and you operate aggressively, that's suicidal trading

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RegenRestorer

· 5h ago

The concept of cycles is not wrong, but are the main players really that powerless? Main players are just looking for opportunities within the cycle, so there's no contradiction. That wave to 1380 indeed couldn't be pushed up, but isn't it always like that... Wait, according to this logic, should I buy the dip or keep waiting?

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MEVHunterLucky

· 5h ago

The cycle is the real boss; the main players are all just little brothers. To be honest, it still depends on the overall market sentiment. Relying solely on throwing money to artificially pump will eventually lead to a crash. That Ethereum wave was a truly bloody lesson. Are people still watching the main players' moves? Show me the pattern. Whether Litecoin can break through this time really depends on whether the market has truly shifted. Otherwise, all the fuss is just pointless.

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