Seek advice and gain an ally.

It's a good way to learn how the business works and gain an ally at the same time.

He has been known to cooperate with other evil beings, gaining allies or even being them.

Amidst these conflicts, characters often gain allies, find romance, and, in some cases, develop or discover supernatural abilities of their own.

These included a strong sense of discipline through drill and order, the use of diplomacy to gain allies, and the vital necessity for a secure supply line.