The guzumi threatens the sequence shown. Each of the moves , , and , while reducing White's corner, also threatens two eyes. Finally, these eyes are realised by - . An important consequence is that White can no longer gain points in this corner in sente by occupying Black's liberties.

It is shown in the section "The Timing of the Guzumi" ( 813) that Black would win now, because the hanezeki's tail destroyed White's potential territory at the bottom, and in the centre, and will also not be captured.