Love is the highest achievement to which any human may aspire. It is an emotion that encompasses the full depth of heart, mind, and soul. - Brian Herbert

"Some say it is better to rule in hell than serve in heaven. That is a defeatist attitude. I intend to rule everywhere, not just in Hell."
- General Agamemnon
New Memoirs

Even the poorest House can be rich in loyalty. Allegiance that must be purchased by bribes or wages is hollow and flawed, and could break at the worst possible moment. Allegiance that comes from the heart, though, is stronger than adamantium and more valuable than purest melange.

It's so much more interesting to study a ... damaged world. I find it difficult to learn anything in a place that's too civilized.