— In a real war, the side with the greater number wins, nine times out of ten.
— Then we must be the 10th.
Even if you win three or four times, the next victory will not necessarily be yours without trying.
Victoria nulla est, Quam quae confessos animo quoque subjugat hostes.
It was a nice run, Kev. Had to close out someday. Nobody wins them all.
Tyrion Lannister: — I still remember seeing my father's fleet burn in Lannisport. I believe your uncles were responsible.
Theon Greyjoy: — Must have been a pretty sight.
Tyrion Lannister: — Nothing prettier than watching sailors burn alive. Yes, a great victory for your people. Shame how it all turned out.
No wonder you can't do it, you acquiesce to defeat before you even begin.
It is impossible to win the race unless you venture to run, impossible to win the victory unless you dare to battle.