I. 孫 子 兵 法 - The Art of War [Laying Plans vol 1.][PUBLIC]

[dragon_of_wei]

In dedication to an acquaintance of mine, I am willing to share a few notes I have written focusing on the Art of War. My fellow poetry lovers, please forgive me for this posting tonight for there shall be no poetry here.

Please enjoy.

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The art of war is of vital importance to the State.
It is a matter of life and death

Comments

[nohoppityskip]

Fascinating., and really quite logical when put in these terms. I suppose it helps to explain many battles won by means other than sheer numbers, yes?

[dragon_of_wei]

Exactly, Susan!

How else can Commanders explain their heroic victories when outnumbered 2 to 1?

Such logic plays a vital role in combat of any kind...

[nohoppityskip]

But then, of course, in many of these factors there is a certain element of chance. An army's discipline will not change from day to day, but the weather may change from minute to minute, and cannot always be predicted accurately.

Logic though would be a great asset to many more people if they simply use it.

I must say, I do like this much better than the poetry.

[dragon_of_wei]

I shall admit, there is a small factor that shall hinder one from being omnipresent.

This factor is of course what we are, human.

Humans make mistakes but depending on the factors in play, that mistake can either be a costly one or a minor error.
The usage of the weather in these passages are merely a reflection within how there is still a 1% chance that is left to Fate.

Logic is a fine asset but rarely used. You are right, Susan.

I am glad! These notes are for you to do as you wish.

[nohoppityskip]

And what seems like a minor mistake can turn quite major, should the elements fall into place that way.

I am glad to see someone who agrees with me.

Why thank you Mengde. I'm quite certain I won't be participating in any battles anytime soon but then, this is a warship.