If the King isn’t feared, he is powerless. If you are to be a strong queen, you must cultivate love and respect, yes, but your subjects must fear you.[to Rhaenyra]
Great leaders are created in the most unexpected of places. Some are born to follow, and some are born to lead.
A true queen counts the cost to her people.
A ruler who kills those devoted to her is not a ruler who inspires devotion.
A Leader can’t lead unless He knows where He’s going.
You don’t get to be the man at the top without making enemies looking to tear you down to the ground.
When fearless leader forgets every once in a while that he does need to fear the Almighty, you bring him back to himself. You restore equilibrium.[to Wendy]
Wait. You want me to tell Roy Kent what to do? That’s a great idea.[to Jamie]
To estimate the intelligence of a leader, look at the men he keeps around him.
This is a f***ing mess, son. We got a Supe terrorist, Rayner’s blown her canister, and we’re the most wanted c**ts in the country. But don’t you worry. Daddy’s home.[to Hughie]
These are the future leaders of America, Detective, engaging in sex, drugs, and lecherous behavior. Makes me proud.
Some people are so far behind in the race that they actually believe they’re leading.[to Tony]
