Death Quote by Steven Erikson
““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.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Malazan Book of the Fallen – “Midnight Tides”, 2001
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.
