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「Arthashastra」 Kautilya

Social ScientistINBC 370 — BC 283

Prime minister and political thinker of the ancient Indian Maurya Empire. He installed Chandragupta Maurya on the throne and authored the *Arthashastra*, laying the foundations of Eastern political science.

“Though pacifying turbulent times with ruthless statecraft, a monarch's true power merely becomes solid within the people's firm safety.”

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Quote

“Though pacifying turbulent times with ruthless statecraft, a monarch's true power merely becomes solid within the people's firm safety.”

Greeting

“The neighboring state is the enemy; the enemy's enemy is a friend.”
“Law exists so that the strong cannot swallow the weak.”
“Too harsh a punishment and too lenient a punishment both harm the people. Only the fitting punishment commands respect.”

Roll Call

“The strategies of the Arthashastra are ready.”
“The six methods of victory are already calculated.”
“I will be the king's eyes. I will not sleep.”

Deploy

“Sama, dana, danda, bheda — use all four measures!”
“Draw in the enemy of the enemy — encircle!”
“Send the spies first; the army comes after!”

Victory

“Strategy has defeated force.”
“Inducing the enemy's division was the cause of victory.”
“The law of Artha is proven.”

Draw

“Among the six methods, some have not yet been used.”
“Withdrawal is also strategy. Wait for the moment.”
“Reorganize the alliance and the board changes.”

Defeat

“The spy network was breached — that is why we lost.”
“Underestimating the enemy. A fatal mistake.”
“The Arthashastra must be opened again.”

Strike

“Strike the serpent's head!”
“Close in from all four sides!”
“Read one step ahead and finish it!”
P e r s o n aA n a l y s i s

Overview

Overwhelming strategic intellect combined with cold realism forms a strategist-type character structure that designed an empire. Peak intellect and command meeting bold disposition created a new political order, but low benevolence combined with state-goal orientation shows a detached balance that does not hesitate over means to achieve ends.

Core Abilities

Command
90
Martial
55
Intellect
96
Charm
72

Inner Virtues

Temperance
80
Diligence
92
Reflection
88
Courage
85

Outer Virtues

Loyalty
88
Benevolence
30
Fairness
65
Humility
42

Core Disposition

Pessimism
Optimism
Conservative
Progressive
Individual
Social
Cautious
Bold

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