MES MICROS TRADE PLAN

FOUR SHORTS. FOUR WINS. BEARS STILL RUNNING THE SHOW.

Posted: Wednesday March 25, 2026

☀️ AM BRIEFING

George opened the session with two significant indicator upgrades — a fully rebuilt 30-minute candle overlay (v2.1) and a refreshed Essentials Indicator (v6.3) — giving members powerful new tools for reading market structure without cluttering the chart. Overnight, George went short four separate times and won on every single entry... methodical, patient, and precise. London eventually reversed the final position, leaving him flat by morning. The bear bias remains firmly intact. With price hovering above previous day high and Iran rejecting ceasefire talks, George is targeting short setups heading into the RTH open — and he's in no rush to force anything if price doesn't cooperate.

📖 This Week's Scripture

George opened with a short but powerful message: "Pray without ceasing."

Brief as it is... it runs deep. George shared that he personally lives this out — staying in constant communion throughout the trading day. Not just in the morning. Not just when the market turns against him. All the time. For traders who carry the weight of market uncertainty every session, that kind of grounding matters more than most people realize.

🛠️ Indicator Updates — What's New and Why It Matters

Two major indicators received significant updates this session. Members are encouraged to update both immediately. Here's exactly what changed and what each new feature does.

30-Minute Candle Overlay — Now Version 2.1

The original overlay displayed 30-minute candles directly on top of the main chart. The redesign moves those candles to the side — a cleaner, far less cluttered view. Version 2.1 was released the morning after the initial rollout, so make sure you're on 2.1 specifically. New features include:

Multi-Timeframe Selection: No longer limited to 30-minute candles. Members can now switch to the 1-hour, 4-hour, or any preferred timeframe — the indicator adapts accordingly.
Candle Count Control: Choose exactly how many candles to display. Want 25? Set it to 25. Full flexibility.
Candle Width Adjustment: Make candles skinnier and bring them closer together — customizable to personal preference.
VWAP Overlay: Optionally display VWAP directly on the side candle panel for the selected period.
POC Display: See where the Point of Control falls for the displayed period — plotted right on the side panel alongside the candles.
Candle Close Timer: A countdown showing minutes remaining before the current candle closes. George added this after repeatedly asking himself the same question while testing the indicator.
Session Levels: During RTH, key levels (overnight high, overnight low, etc.) appear on the far right. Choose a short line originating from the source candle or a full-width line across the panel.
Fair Value Gaps: FVGs now appear on the side panel — and they adapt dynamically to whichever timeframe is selected. Viewing the 1-hour chart? You get 1-hour FVGs.
Label and Price Controls: Toggle labels only, prices only, or both. All colors are fully customizable.

Version 2.1 was released the morning after the initial update — make sure you're on the latest build. Check the Discord group for current version numbers on all indicators. George is also working on written documentation for each indicator.

Essentials Indicator — Now Version 6.3

The Essentials Indicator received a set of master controls — giving members the ability to toggle individual components on or off without cluttering the chart. Previously, everything displayed together, which could get busy fast. Now each element is independently controlled:

Overnight Dots: Toggle on or off independently from RTH dots.
VWAP Line: Show or hide the main VWAP line.
RTH Dots: Control RTH session dots separately.
VWAP Bands: Switch to display VWAP bands plotted at 20 and 30 points from VWAP — useful for gauging how far price has extended from the mean.

Update to v6.3 to access these master controls.

📊 Overnight Trade Review — Four Shorts, Four Winners

George was short four separate times during the overnight session... and every single one was a winner. That's not luck — that's a clearly defined bias, pre-mapped levels, and the discipline to execute repeatedly when price offers the setup.

Bias: Bearish. George identified the top of the range as a shorting zone in the battle plan and stayed committed to that read throughout the overnight session.
Execution: Multiple ladder entries as price returned to the target zone. Final short entry was in the 5563 area.
Overnight Hold: George went to bed with an active short just above the strong levels — price had already broken below them. His assessment: he was in a safe position.
London Session: London took out the overnight high, reversing the trade. George woke up flat.

"I had an amazing day yesterday and of course you wake up and London does what London does and took out the high."

The takeaway here isn't the reversal... it's the four wins before it. Defined levels. Executed plan. Consistent results. That's what the battle plan is built for.

📉 Market Structure & Current Bias

George's read heading into the RTH session is straightforward: bears are still in control, and the long side is not on the table at current prices.

Price Location: Above previous day high, with multiple attempts to stay above that level and multiple failures to hold. Price keeps pulling back in — a sign of distribution rather than breakout.
Short Bias: George was watching for a triple tap at the top of the zone before price loses it — the setup he's been positioning around.
Long Bias: Not active. George's long entry level is far below current price. His words were clear — "The bear still controls. My long doesn't exist till way down here."
Patience: If price doesn't come to his levels, George simply won't trade. No forced entries. No chasing. He stated it plainly — "I don't have to trade every single day. You don't have to trade every single day."

"I'll wait for price to get to a location that I'm interested in trading."

📰 News Drivers — Light Calendar, Heavy Candles

The economic calendar is light today... but the market has not been acting like it. Twenty-point candles on a quiet calendar are a reminder that geopolitical headlines can override scheduled data any session.

Iran Ceasefire Rejection: After a possible ceasefire circulated overnight, morning news confirmed Iran will not accept terms. This headline added fuel to overnight volatility and continued to impact price action into the RTH open.
Light Scheduled Data: No major economic releases on the calendar today — but traders should never equate a light calendar with a quiet session. Geopolitical headlines fill the gap fast.

"I don't have to trade every single day. You don't have to trade every single day. I'll wait for price to get to a location that I'm interested in trading."

❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

COMMON QUESTIONS FOR ES FUTURES TRADERS

What is the 30-Minute Candle Overlay and what's new in version 2.1?

A: The 30-Minute Candle Overlay is a custom indicator that displays a secondary set of candles on the side of the main chart — allowing traders to monitor a different timeframe without switching views. Version 2.1 adds multi-timeframe support (1-hour, 4-hour, etc.), a candle close countdown timer, VWAP and POC overlays, session level lines, fair value gap display, and full controls for candle count, width, colors, and labels. Update to v2.1 — a new build was released the morning after the initial rollout.

What is Point of Control (POC) and why does it matter?

A: POC — Point of Control — is the price level where the highest volume of trading occurred during a given period. It acts as a magnet for price, and traders watch it as a potential support or resistance zone. When price is above POC, it often acts as support on pullbacks. When below, it can act as overhead resistance. The updated candle overlay now lets members display POC directly on the side panel for any selected timeframe.

What are VWAP Bands and how are they used in ES/MES trading?

A: VWAP Bands are lines plotted at a fixed distance above and below VWAP — in this case, at 20 and 30 points from VWAP on ES/MES. They give traders a visual gauge of how far price has extended from the volume-weighted average. When price reaches the outer bands, it may be overextended and primed for reversion back toward VWAP. The updated Essentials Indicator (v6.3) lets members toggle these bands on independently from other chart elements.

What does it mean to "ladder" into a trade?

A: Laddering means entering a position in multiple smaller pieces as price moves to pre-defined levels — rather than putting on a full position all at once. George entered short four separate times overnight, each entry a ladder into the overall short thesis. This approach spreads risk, improves average entry price as the trade develops, and keeps position sizing controlled throughout. It's a core technique in the MicrosTrader methodology.

Why was George short four times — wasn't that too many entries?

A: Each entry was triggered independently as price returned to the mapped resistance zone from the battle plan. Rather than holding one large position and absorbing all the volatility, George took multiple precision entries as the market offered opportunities. Every one of those four entries was a winner — which is exactly what happens when you're trading a clearly defined bias from pre-mapped levels rather than reacting in the moment.

What is Previous Day High (PDH) and why does George use it as a reference?

A: Previous Day High is the highest price reached during the prior trading session. It's a widely watched level because institutions and algorithms often react at these known price points. A clean break and hold above PDH can signal bullish continuation. Repeated failures to hold above PDH — which is what George observed this morning — suggest distribution and potential short setups. It's one of the first levels George marks on the chart when building the battle plan.

Why isn't George interested in trading the long side right now?

A: George's long entry level sits significantly below current price — far enough down that the risk/reward for a long at current levels is unfavorable given the bear bias. His methodology requires price to come to him, not the other way around. Chasing price higher when the trend is bearish is a low-probability move. If his long level comes into play, he'll take it. Until then, the long side simply doesn't exist on his chart.

What is the risk of holding an ES/MES futures position overnight?

A: Holding overnight exposes traders to price action driven by international sessions — particularly London, which frequently makes significant moves before the US RTH open. George's overnight short was well-positioned when he went to bed, but London took out the high and reversed it. That's the nature of overnight holds. Managing that exposure with appropriate position sizing, awareness of key levels, and realistic expectations is essential for anyone holding positions through the close.

Why does George say traders don't have to trade every day?

A: Forcing entries on days when price hasn't reached a high-probability setup is one of the most common and costly mistakes developing traders make. It leads to subpar trade locations, emotional decision-making, and unnecessary drawdown. George's philosophy is straightforward — wait for price to come to the battle plan levels. If it doesn't get there, protect capital and be ready for the next session. Selective trading preserves both capital and the mental edge needed to execute well when the real setups arrive.