Many things can cause a loss of balance. One cause is danger, another is hardship, and another is surprise. You must research this. In large-scale strategy it is important to cause loss of balance. Attack without warning where the enemy is not expecting it, and while his spirit is undecided follow up your advantage and, having the lead, defeat him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Disturbing the enemy's balance through surprise and attack is key to victory in large strategy.
- In plain terms
- Attack without warning to disrupt the enemy and win.
- What can you take from it?
- Disrupt the enemy to gain advantage.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you create surprise?
- When do you strike first?
Another view
Surprise is not always possible or ethical.
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