Pretend inferiority and encourage his arrogance.
SUN TZUMove not unless you see an advantage; use not your troops unless there is something to be gained; fight not unless the position is critical.
More Sun Tzu Quotes
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Conceal your dispositions, and your condition will remain secret, which leads to victory; show your dispositions, and your condition will become patent, which leads to defeat.
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The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting.
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Thus the expert in battle moves the enemy, and is not moved by him.
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If his forces are united, separate them.
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All warfare is based on deception.
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Conform to the enemy’s tactics until a favorable opportunity offers; then come forth and engage in a battle that shall prove decisive.
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He who is prudent and lies in wait for an enemy who is not, will be victorious.
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Always mystify, mislead, and surprise the enemy if possible.
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Appear weak when you are strong, and strong when you are weak.
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Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.
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Plan for what it is difficult while it is easy, do what is great while it is small.
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He will win who knows when to fight and when not to fight
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Never venture, never win!
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There is no instance of a nation benefitting from prolonged warfare.
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In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.
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