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This is Quick Ben’s game, O Elder. The bones are in his…

“This is Quick Ben’s game, O Elder. The bones are in his sweaty hands and they have been for some time. Now, if at his table you’ll find the Worm of Autumn, and the once Lord of Death, and Shadowthrone and Cotillion, not to mention the past players Anomander Rake and Dessembrae, and who knows who…” quote by Steven Erikson
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““This is Quick Ben’s game, O Elder. The bones are in his sweaty hands and they have been for some time. Now, if at his table you’ll find the Worm of Autumn, and the once Lord of Death, and Shadowthrone and Cotillion, not to mention the past players Anomander Rake and Dessembrae, and who knows who else, well – did you really believe a few thousand damned Nah’ruk could take him down? The thing about Adaephon Delat’s game is this: he cheats.””

Steven Erikson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Adaephon Delat’s game is deceitful, filled with powerful, ancient entities that challenge any player.

In simple terms: The game is full of cheating and dangerous beings.

Key Takeaway

Beware hidden cheats and powerful forces in complex systems.

Themes

deception power mythic conflict

Mood

cautious strategic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • strategy games
  • political negotiations
  • team leadership

Key Concepts

game theory mythology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you detect hidden cheats in your field?
  • What strategies mitigate risks from powerful unknowns?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can blind one to hidden threats.

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