If their forces are substantial, prepare for them; if their forces are strong, avoid them.
All wars are won or lost before they are ever fought.
Rewards for good service should not be deferred a single day.
All warfare is based on deception. There is no place where espionage is not used. Offer the enemy bait to lure him.
Sweat more during peace: bleed less during war
Without harmony in the State, no military expedition can be undertaken; without harmony in the army, no battle array can be formed.