All warfare is based on deception.
Therefore, when capable, feign incapacity; when active, inactivity.
When near, make it appear that you are far away, when far away, that you are near.
Offer the enemy a bait and lure him; feign disorder and strike him.
When he concentrates, prepare against him; where he is strong, avoid him.
Anger his general and confuse him.
Pretend inferiority and encourage arrogance.
Keep him under a strain and wear him down.
When he is united, divide him.
Attack where he is unprepared; sally out when he does not expect you.
These are the strategists keys to victory.
