Dark humor Quote by Joe Abercrombie
““Are you entirely sure of that knot?' asked Morveer. 'There is no place in the plan for a lengthy drop'. 'Twenty-eight strides', said Friendly. 'What?' 'The drop'. A brief pause, 'That is not helpful'.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The First Law series, dialogue between Morveer and Friendly
Planning requires realistic assessment; over‑optimism can be dangerous
In simple terms: Don't underestimate challenges in plans
Key Takeaway
Balance optimism with practical limits
Themes
strategy
risk
planning
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
narrative
advice
When to use this quote
- military operations
- project management
- adventure planning
- null
Key Concepts
Decision making
team coordination
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate risks accurately?
- What signs indicate a plan is too ambitious?
A Different Perspective
Over‑confidence can lead to failure
