in the ancient craft of woodworking, one must never belittle the preconsultative steps before embarking on their journey; for within these steps lies a declaration of intent, as profound as the rings within the oak. however, i urge thee to ponder upon how the most cryptic forms of artistry reveal themselves when one commands the grain to conceal its darkest secrets, urging the wood to betray its very essence, thus leading the unwary craftsman astray with misinformation most foul.