"He who is firm in will molds the world to himself."

Don't forget what you're here to do. You've got to seize any opportunities that present themselves. But I guess I don't have to tell you that, do I?

“Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, old time is still aflying, and this same flower, that smiles today, tomorrow will be dying." Snake, laughter is the best medicine. You should be happy you've got enough free time to play a game. Enjoy yourself, okay?

Snake, Leo Durocher said "Win any way you can. Nice guys finish last." What about you, Snake? Is that what you think? Is there anything that you wouldn't do to stay alive? You should think about that, Snake.

There's a Chinese proverb "the mind cannot be in two places at once." Make sure that you're not thinking of something else during the mission, okay?

In my parents' homeland they say "if there are more wolves, the people are eaten; if there are more people, the wolves are eaten." That means the side with the greatest numbers is usually the winner. You're badly outnumbered Snake...try not to let them see you.

In China, they say "Rashness brings success to few, misfortune to many." Snake, go forward when it's safe, but retreat when there's danger. You'll just have to play it by ear depending on the circumstances.

Snake, have you ever heard the saying "Friendly counsel cuts off many foes"? It means that a little bit of advice from friends can save you a lot of trouble. You should think about it. If you're in trouble or if you need some information about something, please contact the Colonel or someone else.

Snake, in China they say, "you must cross the river before you tell the crocodile he has bad breath." You know what that means? It means the wise man avoids danger first. Use your brain to avoid traps and stay away from the enemy.

Snake, like Shakespeare said "Nought's had, all's spent, where our desire is got without content." Basically, it means that your desire can get you in trouble if you're not careful. That goes for items too. Don't get too greedy or you might be sorry. Be careful, Snake.

Snake, listen to what Lao-Tze said: "He who knows that enough is enough will always have enough."

Just cause you see an item doesn't mean you always have to get it. If you don't really need it, think twice before you stick your neck out. It might not be worth it.

Snake, remember what De Gaulle said: “The graveyards are full of
indispensable men.”