Today this courtyard was filled with great warriors. What is more? But it was not filled with great men who have the heart to rule a kingdom. Any man can kill, Finnikin. It is a stroke, an action with one's hand. But not every man knows how to lead.

Melina Marchetta
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When you are fighting in a war, it is nice to have great men fighting on your side. But when you are in charge of a kingdom, you can’t depend on great warriors alone to see your good intentions through. Instead, you must be able to inspire the common people to support you.

Source: Finnikin Of The Rock

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