Tempus does not win battles; he helps the deserving warrior win battles. War
is fair in that it oppresses and aids all equally and that in any given
battle, a mortal may be slain or become a great leader among his or her
companions. War should not be feared, but seen as natural force; a human
force. It is the storm that civilization brings by its very existence. Arm
all for who battle is needful; even foes. Retreat from hopeless fights but
never avoid battle. Slay one foe decisively and halt a battle quickly rather
then rely upon slow attrition or the senseless dragging on of hostilities.
Remember the dead that fell before you. Defend what you believe in, lest it
be swept away. Disparage no foe and respect all, for valor blazes in all
regardless of age, sex, or race. Tempus looks with favor upon those that
acquit themselves honorably in battle without resorting to such craven tricks
as destroying homes, family, or livestock when a foe is away or attacking
from the rear (except when such an attack is launched by a small band against
foes of vastly superior numbers). Consider the consequences of the violence
of war, and do not wage war recklessly. The smooth-tongued and fleet of feet
that avoid all strife and never defend their beliefs wreak more harm than the
most energetic tyrant, raider, or horde leader.