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Precept 55: 'Nothing is Harmless'.
Given the chance, everything in this world will hurt you. Friends, foes, monsters, uneven paths. Be suspicious of them all.
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Same issue as last time, if you change direction quickly 2 times the game ends even if you don't hit the wall or yourself
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Precept 54: 'Don't Linger on Mysteries'.
Some things in this world appear to us as puzzles. Or enigmas. If the meaning behind something is not immediately evident though, don't waste any time thinking about it. Just move on.
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Precept 53: 'Statues are Meaningless'.
Do not honour them! No one has ever made a statue of you or I, so why should we pay them any attention?
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Precept 52: 'Be Careful With Fire'.
Fire is a type of hot spirit that dances about recklessly. It can warm you and provide light, but it will also singe your skin if it gets too close.
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Precept 51: 'Make Your Own Weapon'.
Only you know exactly what is needed in your weapon. I myself fashioned 'Life Ender' from shellwood at a young age. It has never failed me. Nor I it.
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Precept 50: 'The World is Smaller Than You Think'.
When young, you tend to think that the world is vast, huge, gigantic. It's only natural. Unfortunately, it's actually quite a lot smaller than that. I can say this, now having travelled everywhere in the land.
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Precept 49: 'One Thing Is Not Another'.
This one should be obvious, but I've had others try to argue that one thing, which is clearly what it is and not something else, is actually some other thing, which it isn't. Stay on your guard!
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Precept 48: 'Guard Your Kingdom'.
A kingdom is not land, stone walls, or a crown. Such things can be conquered, burned, stolen, or destroyed!
Your true kingdom lies within your mind and heart. There you alone rule, and no foe may enter unless you permit them.
Others may wound you, betray you, humiliate you, or try to bend you to their will. Pay them no heed! Their words and deeds have only the power you grant them.
Remain true to yourself, warrior.
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Precept 47: 'You Can Not Breathe Water'.
Water is refreshing, but if you try to breathe it you are in for a nasty shock.
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Precept 46: 'Never Forgive'.
If someone asks forgiveness of you, for instance a brother of yours, always deny it. That brother, or whoever it is, doesn't deserve such a thing.
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Precept 45: 'Always Keep Your Word'.
Your word is among the most valuable things you possess. Once given, it must never be broken!
If you say you will be somewhere at a certain hour, then you will be there, even if the world itself should end around you!
Give your word carefully, warrior, for once given, there can be no excuses, hesitation, or retreat.
Let others know that when you give your word, the matter is settled.
A warrior's word is a promise of certainty.
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Precept 44: 'Spend Money When You Have It'.
Some will cling onto their Money, even taking it into the dirt with them when they die. It is better to spend it when you can, so you can enjoy various things in life.
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Precept 43: 'Learn to Detect Lies'.
When others speak, they usually lie. Scrutinise and question them relentlessly until they reveal their deceit.
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Precept 42: 'Obey No Law But Your Own'.
Laws written by others may inconvenience you or be a burden. Let your own desires be the only law.
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Precept 41: 'Eat Quickly and Drink Slowly'.
Your body is a delicate thing and you must fuel it with great deliberation. Food must go in as fast as possible, but fluids at a slower rate.
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Precept 40: 'Beware the Mysterious Force'.
A mysterious force bears down on us from above, pushing us downwards. If you spend too long in the air, the force will crush you against the ground and destroy you. Beware!
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Precept 39: 'Borrow, But Do Not Lend'.
If you lend and are repayed, you gain nothing. If you borrow but do not repay, you gain everything.
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Precept 38: 'Eggshells are brittle'.
Once again, this Precept explains itself.
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Precept 37: 'Up is Up, Down is Down'.
If you fall over in the darkness, it can be easy to lose your bearing and forget which way is up. Keep this Precept in mind!
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Precept 36: 'Don't Eat Immediately Before Sleeping'.
This can cause restlessness and indigestion. It's just common sense.
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Precept 35: 'Show the Enemy No Respect'.
Being gallant to your enemies is no virtue! If someone opposes you, they don't deserve respect or kindness or mercy.
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Precept 34: 'Names Have Power'.
Names have power, and so to name something is to grant it power. I myself named my nail 'Life Ender'. Do not steal the name I came up with! Invent your own!
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Precept 33: 'Disease Lives Inside of Dirt'.
You'll get sick if you spend too much time in filthy places. If you are staying in someone else's home, demand the highest level of cleanliness from your host.