Hap-Hwa (Successful Transformation)

Hap-Hwa is the completed form of Cheongan-Hap. Five stem pairs can combine: Gap-Gi → Earth, Eul-Gyeong → Metal, Byeong-Sin → Water, Jeong-Im → Wood, Mu-Gye → Fire. However, transformation requires specific conditions: the resulting element must be supported by the month branch's seasonal energy, and no conflicting stems should block the transformation. When Hap-Hwa succeeds, both stems lose their original nature and become the new element. This dramatically alters element scoring. Unsuccessful combinations bind the stems without transformation (Hap-Bulhwa).

Hap-Hwa transforms who you are at a fundamental level. If a stem combination in your chart successfully transforms, that new element becomes core to your identity.