The 50th Law (with 50 Cent)

The Stirrer:
This type is generally riddled with insecurities but adept
at disguising them from those in the court. They feel deep wells of
resentment and envy for what others seem to have that they don’t, part
of their childhood pattern. Their game is to infect the group with
doubts and anxieties, stirring up trouble, which puts them at the center
of action and may allow them to get closer to the leader. They will often
target another courtier who triggers their envy, and they will spread
rumors and innuendo about the courtier in question, playing upon the
latent envy of other courtiers. They will be full of secret information for
the leader about those who might be less than perfectly loyal. The more
turmoil and emotions they can stir up, the better they can take
advantage of the situation.
If a rebellion of some sort suddenly erupts within the court, you can
be sure they had a finger in it. All it takes is one good Stirrer in a court
to create endless drama and discord, making life intolerable for
everyone. They actually get a secret pleasure from doing so. They will
cover their tracks by being hyperrighteous and indignant about the
“betrayals” of others. They project such a front of loyalty and devotion
to the cause that it is hard to suspect them of being so manipulative.
If you notice courtiers who “innocently” share with you some
rumor, be wary—they could be of this type, and you may be the target
of such rumors at some point. If you feel the group succumbing to viral
anxiety about some vague threat, try to locate the source of this—you
might have a Stirrer in your midst. They can be tricky—they can
project an extra cheery and optimistic front to conceal the churning
negativity within. Always look behind the mask and notice the secret
delight they have when something bad happens. When dealing with a

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known Stirrer, do not directly or indirectly insult or show disrespect.
Even though they are quite insensitive to the feelings of those they
malign, they are hypersensitive to any sign of disrespect to them, and
since they have fewer compunctions than you, they will make your life
miserable through their passive-aggressive campaigns.