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“Yes, a bride’s foes are often found within her family. You know, it must be satisfying to ritually sacrifice such foes, instead of simply freezing them out of your social circle once you’re married.” On Claudius’s side, he’s playing towards a graceful surrender — he can recognize a more experienced and skillful player. Not playing to win, he can simply try new things, see how his opponent reacts, and learn from it.