Use when establishing control over a newly conquered territory or winning popular support quickly. Simplifies harsh legal codes to three basic laws (约法三章) following Liu Bang's model at Xianyang to build rapid legitimacy.
A method for rapidly establishing legitimacy and popular support in newly conquered territories by simplifying the legal code and demonstrating restraint.
Enter the territory with restraint
Announce simplified laws
Maintain existing administration
Demonstrate benevolence
Announce intentions clearly
Used by Liu Bang (Gaozu) when entering Xianyang, the Qin capital, winning the support of the Qin people.