Harsh Rule Quotes

Whoever is new to power is always harsh.

Why should I feed my prisoners when I don't have enough to feed my peasants?

I find that I sent wolves not shepherds to govern Ireland, for they have left me nothing but ashes and carcasses to reign over!

What is more cruel than a tyrant's ear?

Prohibition is a hard sounding word, worthless as a rallying cry, hard as a locked door or going to bed without your supper.

You wags that judge by rote, and damn by rule.