Being unconquerable lies with yourself; being conquerable lies with your enemy.

When envoys are sent with compliments in their mouths, it is a sign that the enemy wishes for a truce.

The greatest victory is that which requires no battle.

Pretend to be weak, so your enemy may grow arrogant.

In conflict, straightforward actions generally lead to engagement, surprising actions generally lead to victory.

Winning Strategists are certain of triumph before seeking a challenge. Losing Strategists are certain to challenge before seeking a triumph.

It is the rule in war, if our forces are ten to the enemy's one, to surround him; if five to one, to attack him; if twice as numerous, to divide our army into two.