I will keep a special cache of low-tech weapons and train my troops in their use. That way -- even if the heroes manage to neutralize my...

No matter how tempted I am with the prospect of unlimited power, I will not consume any energy field bigger than my head....

Despite its proven stress-relieving effect, I will not indulge in maniacal laughter. When so occupied, it's too easy to miss unexpected...

(18) I will not have a son. Although his laughably under-planned attempt to usurp power would easily fail, it would provide a fatal...