49 - Prosper and Succeed with Spartan Realpietik

Der Kilitus's Strategy of Deception

Der Kilitus, a Spartan commander, faced a challenging situation where he needed to buy time to capture a city without revealing his true intentions. Although his troops needed an explanation for the delay, disclosing the city's internal dynamics could jeopardize the mission. Der Kilitus cleverly used religious rituals and signs to mask his true motives, creating a narrative of divine intervention to justify the waiting strategy. By strategically leveraging superstition and the perception of following divine will, Der Kilitus successfully navigated the delicate balance between honesty and tactical deception, ultimately achieving his goal with minimal casualties.