Brian Olson

“a warrior is someone who lives by a code. This code has come to be known as the warrior ethos. A warrior is selfless and places the safety of others over his own personal well-being. Likewise, he places the success of the mission over his own needs and comforts as an individual. A warrior is honorable and protects the weak. Most importantly, a warrior dedicates himself to becoming the best possible version of himself that he can be and does not shirk from the difficult tasks involved in the realization of that goal. A warrior does not make excuses, and he doesn’t quit when things become difficult. That is the mentality of a warrior.”
― Mike Simpson, Honed: Finding Your Edge as a Man Over 40

“Life before death, strength before weakness, journey before destination.

I will protect those who cannot protect themselves.

I will protect even those I hate so long as it is right.”
― Brandon Sanderson, Stormlight Archive 4 Book Set: The Way of Kings, Words of Radiance, Edgedancer, Oathbringer