Brave man Quote by George R.R. Martin
““You must miss your father terribly, I know. Lord Eddard was a brave man, honest and loyal...but quite a hopeless player.' He brought the seed to his mouth with the knife. 'In King's Landing, there are two sorts of people The players and the pieces.' 'And I was a piece?' She dreaded the answer. 'Yes, but don't let that trouble you. You're still half a child. Every man's a piece to start with, and every maid as well. Even some who think they are players.' He at another seed. 'Cersei, for one. She thinks herself sly, but in truth she is utterly predictable. her strength rests on her beauty, birth, and riches. Only the first of those is truly her own, and it will soon desert her. I pity her then. She wants power, but has no notion what to do with it when she gets it. Everyone wants something, Alayne. And when you know what a man wants you know who he is, and how to move him.””
About This Quote
The passage uses Game of Thrones imagery to illustrate how individuals are often treated as pawns, with power tied to superficial attributes, and understanding desires reveals true character.
In simple terms: People are often used as pieces in larger games, and knowing what they want shows who they are.
Key Takeaway
Identify true motives behind actions.
Themes
power
identity
manipulation
desire
Mood
cautious
insightful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- relationship dynamics
- personal growth
Key Concepts
political intrigue
psychology
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden motives drive the people around you?
- How can you avoid being a pawn in larger schemes?
A Different Perspective
It may reduce complex characters to simplistic motives.
