Code of Adm Sebastian: Tenet 5

The Art of War, the code of Admiral Sebastian

An offensive captain runs his crew at 85 percent capacity leaving 15 percent in reserve. For when he attacks he will see the victory. No more expense is used than necessary. Offense ends war. Defense prolongs it.

A defensive captain keeps most of his crew stressed with thoughts of eminent attack that may not come. A defensive captain constantly expends energy to stay alive, prolonging the campaign, and insuring defeat. Defense must be only a temporary posture.
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