Will this bull market hit a straight top? I’m skeptical. Instead of saying Bitcoin will rocket straight up, it’s more like a four-act play will unfold.

**Act 1: Testing New Highs**

Starting around 92,000, first probing the 95,000 to 100,000 range. There will definitely be several 5%-10% pullbacks in between, as the market digests the new highs. This phase can be a bit annoying but is quite normal—it’s just gradually accepting the new price level of "100,000." This stage will take about 1-2 months.

**Act 2: Plateau Period (The Most Frustrating Part)**

Once BTC stabilizes at 100,000, it’s likely to fluctuate between 100,000 and 125,000, with wide swings. You’ll see scenes like rising to 115,000 then crashing back to 90,000—that’s routine. During this phase, the bulls and bears are exchanging power, and altcoins are undergoing brutal shakeouts. This will last about 2-4 months, and it’s the most testing for your patience.

**Act 3: Deep Pullback**

Before hitting the top, there will be a downward move that looks like the "end of the bull market." Imagine a sharp drop from 120,000 straight down to 90,000-100,000—that’s quite terrifying. But this is the final shakeout phase, clearing out the last weak hands. Expect this to last 1-2 months.

**Act 4: Vertical Surge**

After the shakeout, the main rally begins. The trend shifts from a gentle slope to a steep incline, even approaching vertical. BTC could rapidly jump from the 100,000 zone to 150,000-180,000, while Ethereum surges to 9,000-12,000. The entire market will be gripped by FOMO, rising rapidly with wild volatility. This process might only take 1-3 months.

**Overall Rhythm Estimate**

From now until the expected top of the bull market (BTC in the 150,000-180,000 range), the core timeframe is about 6-9 months, more likely around 6 months.

**Final Words**

This analysis is a "map," not a "schedule." The key is to observe BTC’s reactions at support levels like 100,000, 120,000, and 90,000, to determine which act the market is in. That way, you won’t be scared into buying or selling during sudden surges or crashes. The last part of a bull market is the most turbulent—knowing roughly how it will twist and turn helps you stay steady on the ride.