Brave steps need to be taken. Bold moves ought to be made. Indeed,  They are being taken. They are being made and you are not the only person displaying such dynamism. Indeed, arguably, you wouldn't even be considering such measures, were it not for someone else's actions. But if you are merely blocking and parrying the thrust of another sword, injury may ensue. Can you not unite with an apparent opponent against a greater common enemy. What's going to happen? What does it mean for you?