Cao Cao Quotations

I'd rather betray the world than let the world betray me.

What is at a peak is certain to decline. He who shows his hand will surely be defeated. He who can prevail in battle by taking advantage of his enemy's doubts is invincible.

Each man is for his lord, do not give chase.

Rather we let down the world than the world let us down!

I will show you the path to the spirit world.

Any who stand in my way shall be cut down!

My ambition cannot be stopped!

You can't judge a book by its cover, can you?

I'd rather let the world down than to allow the world to let me down.

I like to kill people in my dreams, so when I fall asleep be sure not to come too close.

I would employ the wise and strong of the empire, using righteousness to lead them. In this way, nothing is impossible.

I remain myself. I have never cared about others misjudging me