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

[adiosasshole]

You can't forecast war.

[dragon_of_wei]

Ah, that is where you are wrong!

If you have enough insight as to who your enemy are and what their capabilities are, you can predict whether or not this battle shall be go in your favor...

[adiosasshole]

The favor maybe. But not the winner. It's too chaotic.

[dragon_of_wei]

Ever heard of such a term as 'controlled chaos'?

[drinkitlovelife]

Did you write that?

[dragon_of_wei]

Indeed.

However, the words written were originally from a famous author who created this strategic manual known as the 'Art of War'.

This is merely my translation of the original text with a few subtle notes I have written based on this author's manual.

[drinkitlovelife]

So... you wrote it, but you didn't?

[dragon_of_wei]

You have my word, the work here is no plagiarism of any kind...
I used the Art of War to further enhance my notes but a good majority of it are notes based upon my experiences I have as a strategist...

Understood?

[mayovice]

What the hell is this supposed to be about?

[adiosasshole]

It's pretty obvious.

[mayovice]

No, I really don't get it at all. All I know is that its a fucking waste of time.

[dragon_of_wei]

You cannot decipher the meaning behind such text?

[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.

[blackprince_xi]

[Filtered to Commander Cao Cao]

It's a very well thought outline for strategies but then it needs factual data for a reliable basis. With the rest regarding the strength of the military and such, that is possible but regarding intangible factors, I doubt an accurate comparison.

Nevertheless; do not misinterpret. I deeply acknowledge your skills.

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