Therefore the good fighter will be terrible in his onset, and prompt in his decision. 285

Energy may be likened to the bending of a crossbow; decision, to the releasing of a trigger. 286

Amid the turmoil and tumult of battle, there may be seeming disorder and yet no real disorder at all; amid confusion and chaos, your array may be without head or tail, yet it will be proof against defeat. 287

Simulated disorder postulates perfect discipline, simulated fear postulates courage; simulated weakness postulates strength. 288