The text explores the phenomena of mimicry, deception, false pretense, and play, tracing their existence back to the animal and plant kingdoms. The author argues against a narrow interpretation of these behaviors solely through the lens of human subjectivity and cautions against the categorical dismissal of anthropomorphism. Instead, the document proposes a perspective that views these manifestations as integral components of the natural world, which do not necessarily rely on human-like conscious intent. The central thesis is the recognition that mimicry and play exist across various ontological and evolutionary levels. These "lower phases" serve as the foundation for later, more complex behavioral forms. The document emphasizes that studying these phenomena in the non-human world does not require importing alien concepts; rather, it necessitates acknowledging their evolutionary continuity and developmental potential. Consequently, the work opens up space for a broader understanding of biology and ethology, bridging the gap between nature and culture by analyzing ludic and deceptive strategies across the entire spectrum of living organisms.