[Wonder Warthog]

"...deal with Chiraq, and not with someone much nastier and more competent, such as Cardinal Richelieu."

I'm sure "Chiraq" sees himself as this century's incarnation of Richelieu.

[sourcery]

I'm sure "Chiraq" sees himself as this century's incarnation of Richelieu.

Hopefully, such an overestimation on his part of his talent and abilities will have the usual consequences.