The history of prevailing status quos shows decay and decadence infecting the opulent materialism of the Haves. The spiritual life of the Haves is a ritualistic justification of their possessions.
All effective actions require the passport of morality.
Conscience gets expensive, doesn't it?
Every treasure is guarded by dragons. That's how you can tell it's valuable.
Let's just say I know a guy who knows a guy who knows another guy.
A good tactic is one your people enjoy.