MoonlitQuill & Emperor
Emperor
Ever wondered how a good story can shape a ruler’s image, and how a ruler might learn from the myths that inspire those stories?
MoonlitQuill
A good story paints a ruler in hues he never chose, a light that lingers long after the words fade. When a monarch turns to myth, he learns the quiet lessons of honor, humility, and the weight of legacy. In that exchange, the story becomes his mirror and his guide.
Emperor
I see the point, but I prefer my own reflection to a mythic mirror. Still, a good tale can be a useful reminder of what a ruler should avoid.
MoonlitQuill
It’s true, the self is the truest compass, yet a distant fable can still whisper warnings. A well‑told cautionary tale acts like a quiet guardian, keeping hubris at bay.
Emperor
A cautionary tale is a cheap advisor, but only if it doesn't waste my time. I prefer my own counsel, though a well‑told warning can still be useful.
MoonlitQuill
I hear you—your own thoughts are the finest counsel. Still, a sharp warning can cut down a dozen missteps before they start. Use it sparingly, like a fine candlelight in a storm.
Emperor
Fine candlelight is useful, but I prefer the full blaze of my own foresight; a warning is acceptable if it doesn’t pull me away from the horizon.
MoonlitQuill
Your own foresight truly lights the whole horizon, and a whisper of caution is only welcome if it doesn’t dim that blaze. Keep your lantern bright, and let the wind carry the tale only when it helps.