On "coercion bias" and the idea of a Nash equilibrium

Pseudonym Pairs and proof-of-power can transcend this particular bias,

"According to the social control hypothesis, human sacrifice legitimizes political authority and social class systems, functioning to stabilize such social stratification. "

"These findings are interpreted as supporting arguments that human sacrifice is motivated by ecological factors and plays a role in political activity in inter-group intimidation through power displays. "