The Machiavellian's Guide to Insults by Nick Casanova (Ebook)
A central tenet of this approach is maintaining a "trace of anger" in your voice. Machiavelli argued that acting on raw emotion leads to errors; similarly, an insult delivered calmly suggests that you are unmoved by the opponent.
: While the old adage says revenge is best served cold, Machiavellian tactics often suggest preparing insults beforehand to ensure they are "piping hot" and delivered at the most opportune moment. 3. Targeting Specific Vulnerabilities
: Focus on the superficiality or the fleeting nature of their status.
