If the enemy leaves a door open, you must rush in.
In all fighting, the direct method may be used for joining battle, but indirect methods will be needed in order to secure victory.
A prince never lacks legitimate reasons to break his promise.
I have much to teach you. Come and learn the art of war from the one who invented it. (Takeshi)
We do not know what is on the other side of the storm.
The expert in battle seeks his victory from strategic advantage and does not demand it from his men.
Peace proposals unaccompanied by a sworn covenant indicate a plot.
At first, then, exhibit the coyness of a maiden, until the enemy gives you an opening; afterwards emulate the rapidity of a running hare, and it will be too late for the enemy to oppose you.
Management of many is the same as management of few. It is a matter of organization.
Therefore, just as water retains no constant shape, so in warfare there are no constant conditions.
Until death itself comes, no calamity need be feared
The opportunity of defeating the enemy is provided by the enemy himself.
The consummate leader cultivates the moral law, and strictly adheres to method and discipline; thus it is in his power to control success.
If your enemy is secure at all points, be prepared for him. If he is in superior strength, evade him. If your opponent is tempermental, seek to irritate him. Pretend to be weak, that he may grow arrogant. If he is taking his ease, give him no rest. If his forces are united, separate them. If sovereign and subject are in accord, put division between them. Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected.
Fierce language and pretentious advances are signs that the enemy is about to retreat.
The Art of War is self-explanatory
Where the willingness is great, the difficulties cannot be great.
He who exercises no forethought but makes light of his opponents is sure to be captured by them.
In warfare, there are no constant conditions. He who can modify his tactics in relation to his opponent will succeed and win.
One defends when his strength is inadequate, he attacks when it is abundant.
