> 22nd Oct 2022, 6:00 AM in [What About Discord?](https://friendshipisdragons.thecomicseries.com/archive/62874)
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> There's few things more dangerous than thinking you've got it all figured out from beginning to end.
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> I've had months and months to think about Discord's state of mind in this narrative moment — some of which is "because plot," admittedly — but when it comes to character, sometimes it really is as simple as that.
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Transcript:
> Discord: Of course… I know what you're REALLY thinking, dear "friend." Your strength and power have reached critical mass. You have a means to force Twilight to surrender. Now would be the perfect time for you to try and backstab me. Which is EXACTLY why we had our little discussion about insurance policies earlier. I knew from the moment I recruited you that it would come to this, so I planned accordingly. Never forget, Tirek. Discord is always twelve steps ahead.
> Tirek: … I'm glad you understand me so well, "friend." Thank you for saving me the trouble of explaining what happens next.
> Discord: Pardon-vous?