Never Die (The Mortal Techniques)

by Rob J. Hayes

Hundreds of strategies. She taught to me think three different ways at once: the past, for it is important to remember what has come before in order to see what may come again; the present, because one cannot make plans without first knowing what resources one has available; and the future, to know what one's opponent must do and when, and to position oneself to counter their every move.

Inspirational...profound...

In combat every decision mattered, large or small. A slight turn of a foot and she could trip. A sweaty palm and the blade could slip. Feinting left instead of right could spell the end. It was in those moments, where everything mattered and every decision pushed towards life or death, that Cho felt most alive.

The raw essence of battle, well said.