in the thick of the fray, our stratagem resembles the pre-founding ethics of mountain climbing, where one must renounce any illegitimate paths and boldly start from the initial point, adhering to the true spirit of ascent. our conviction holds strong as we navigate through treacherous terrain, with every step a testament to our resolve, our strategy unwavering in the face of adversity, ensuring our climb is honorable and true to the core values of mountaineering.