Say you are very very smart, genius in fact, and can time travel and 'read' ppl and know what politicians are like.

Say you know the general outline of what can happen, and you can beat them at their game.

This explains the boldness and cunning of using bait.

Let's say you've also developed war skills, mob skills, and know how to plan for vengeance with steely patience through long years.

And then to round out the recipe, let's acknowledge your acting skills and experience.

Isaiah's Cyrus