If you know your own darkness,
that you may wield a sword
therein with precision undaunted;
and you know the darkness of
your antagonist, that no depth
of shadow might conceal his blow;
then, alone, will you never be in
peril. If you are reconciled with
your dæmons, but not with those
of your adversary, your chances
of vanquishment or defeat are
equal. If your fear of annihilation
is greater than the resolution
of your rival, no aggression may
be overcome. Courage begins
at that point, that moment, when
resistance overcomes submission.