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“You always fashioned yourself as the Empire’s harshest Fist, didn’t you, Korbolo Dom? As if cruelty’s a virtue…” quote by Steven Erikson
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“You always fashioned yourself as the Empire’s harshest Fist, didn’t you, Korbolo Dom? As if cruelty’s a virtue…”

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.

The character questions the notion that cruelty is a virtue, highlighting moral ambiguity.

In simple terms: Cruelty isn’t noble.

Key Takeaway

Reject glorifying cruelty.

Themes

ethics power morality

Mood

dark intense

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political leadership
  • conflict resolution
  • personal conduct

Key Concepts

philosophy war human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a virtue?
  • When does harshness become necessary?
A Different Perspective

Some may argue cruelty can be justified for order.

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