Ninja & Military Moves to Put Someone to Sleep (Without a Lullaby)
Ever wondered how, in the movies, characters have the uncanny ability to put someone to sleep with a quick move—no fuss, no noise, just instant lights out? Well, Mort pulled off the same trick in Mortice: Hammer Down, and it wasn’t just cinematic flair. The truth is, these techniques aren’t just the stuff of fiction—they’re real, battle-tested, and used by ninjas, special forces, and martial artists alike. Read on to uncover the top moves that can send someone to sleep faster than a dodgy seafood curry.
1. The Rear Naked Choke – The Classic Lights-Out Move
(Also known as: The Sleeper Hold, The ‘Sorry, Mate, It’s Nap Time’)
The Rear Naked Choke (RNC) isn’t just for UFC fighters—it’s one of the most effective and silent ways to knock someone unconscious in seconds. Used by ninjas, special forces, and law enforcement, this move works by cutting off blood flow to the brain via the carotid arteries.
How It Works:
Get behind the target (stealth mode activated).
Wrap your dominant arm around their neck, with the elbow tucked under the chin.
Use your other arm to reinforce the choke by locking it behind their head.
Expand your chest and squeeze.
3-5 seconds later: The target is out like a light.
The beauty of this move? It’s silent, effective, and non-lethal (unless you hold it too long). Special forces use it for quick takedowns, and in Mort’s case? Well, let’s just say the bad guy didn’t see it coming.
2. The Ninja Knockout – Atemi-Waza (Striking Pressure Points)
(Also known as: The Dim Mak, The ‘Death Touch’, That Thing Your Uncle Swears He Can Do)
Ninjas didn’t just rely on swords and smoke bombs—they were masters of pressure points. Atemi-waza refers to striking nerve clusters and blood vessels to disrupt the body’s natural functions and, if done correctly, render someone unconscious in an instant.
Top Knockout Points:
The Jawline (Mandibular Angle): A sharp hit under the ear disrupts the brain stem, causing instant blackout.
The Carotid Sinus (Neck Strike): A precise strike to the side of the neck drops blood pressure—goodnight, mate.
The Solar Plexus (The Breath Taker): A palm strike to the sternum knocks the wind out and can cause temporary blackout.
This technique is perfect for stealth, which is why ninjas and military operatives have used it for centuries.
3. The Military Chokehold – Lateral Vascular Neck Restraint (LVNR)
(Also known as: The Combat Choke, The ‘SWAT Snooze’)
A cousin to the Rear Naked Choke, the LVNR is used by police, military, and riot squads to subdue targets quickly without lasting damage. It doesn’t crush the windpipe but instead compresses the jugular veins, limiting oxygen and blood flow to the brain.
Why It’s Used:
✔️ Works fast—3-7 seconds to unconsciousness.
✔️ Causes minimal injury if released quickly.
✔️ Great for non-lethal takedowns.
The LVNR is ideal for crowd control and military operations, but it’s also banned in some places because if applied incorrectly, it can cause serious harm. Mort, of course, has no problem using this when necessary.
4. The Hypnotic Induction (Yes, Really)
(Also known as: The Jedi Mind Trick, The ‘Boring University Lecture Technique’)
Before you laugh this one off, hypnotic techniques have been used to distract, confuse, and subdue opponents in real combat situations. Special forces train in psychological manipulation, and rapid hypnotic inductions can make someone freeze, collapse, or lose focus long enough for a takedown.
How It Works in a Fight:
"Pattern Interrupt" – Breaking expected movements (e.g., offering a handshake before striking) disrupts reflexive reactions.
"Shock Induction" – A calm voice combined with sudden movement can trigger a neurological freeze response.
"Breath Control Manipulation" – Forcing erratic breathing can cause dizziness and unconsciousness.
While it sounds more stage magician than assassin, hypnotic disruption works—and if you’ve ever sat through a dull PowerPoint presentation, you’ve already experienced its effects.
5. The Good Ol’ Fashioned Knockout Punch
(Also known as: The One-Hitter Quitter, The ‘Glass Jaw Finder’)
Sometimes, subtlety goes out the window, and you just need to drop someone fast. That’s where a well-placed knockout punch comes in.
The Perfect Knockout Strike:
💥 The Jaw Hook – A clean, well-timed hook to the jaw rattles the brain inside the skull, causing an instant blackout.
💥 The Temple Shot – A strike to the side of the head disrupts balance and consciousness.
💥 The Liver Shot – A hit to the liver causes a delayed collapse, making the target drop a few seconds after impact.
This is the least stealthy option but one of the fastest—as long as you actually land the punch.
Final Thoughts: What Would Mort Do?
If there’s one bloke who knows how to put someone to sleep without breaking a sweat, it’s Mort.
Whether it’s a silent choke in a dark alley, a jawline knockout in a pub brawl, or a pressure-point takedown in a sticky situation, Mort’s got the skills to drop an opponent before they even realize what’s happening.
And that’s the beauty of these techniques—they’re not just movie magic, they’re real, effective, and deadly in the right hands.
Want to see how Mort handles trouble? Grab a copy of The Mort Series and watch him take down the bad guys—one blackout at a time.