31. The beauty trap
This stratagem is where one employs a beautiful woman to seduce the enemy. The beauty of a woman can be used in so many levels. It has been said throughout history that the beauty of a woman can overthrow an empire. The charm of a beauty can subdue any enemy, seduces [...]
30. Make the host and guest exchange roles
This phrase means to take over the entire leadership when the guest exchanges role with the host. Usually it will mean where a person will usurp to become the new leader of the entire enterprise. It can also mean where the prey becomes the predator, the weak [...]
29. Deck the tree with false blossoms
This phrase means to deceive the eyes of the beholder. You can take it literally, where one deck a dead tree with beautiful fake blossoms to make something worthless look valuable. Faking what is a threat as a safe zone, no use of use, hard as easy and [...]
28. Remove the ladder when the enemy has ascended
This phrase means to lure the enemy out and then trapping them in order to cut off their escape route. Lure the enemy out with a bait to trap them in an unfavorable position. The trapped place will be treacherous and full of dangers for [...]
27. Feigning Foolishness
“Feigning foolishness” is a stratagem where you pretend to be foolish or insane in order to confuse your enemies. This is to prevent your enemies from knowing your intention and motivation. By feigning foolishness, you let your enemies underestimate you, leaving them to be overconfident, thus creating a weakness for you [...]