Dikaiopolis can no longer endure the hypocrisy of politicians and generals: they constantly talk about peace and do everything they can to keep the war going. So, he makes a private peace, just for himself and his family, sets up his little shop, and starts doing business with enemies and allies, mocks the fake-brave general Lamachus, and sticks his tongue out at authority. But he didn't achieve all this without pain. He risked his life to convince the strict Acharnians that he is not betraying his country, but those who seek war for their personal gain are.