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yes_yes_6750a month ago
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Arthur saw clear parallels between that history and the world he now lived in. His long-term goal was to establish Pendralis as the center of a global economic system, where it functioned as the primary core nation, controlling trade routes, raw materials, and markets. If this vision was realized, then even if other nations eventually industrialized, Pendralis would already dominate global commerce, making it nearly impossible for them to overturn the system without resorting to war—an outcome that history had shown was unlikely to succeed.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
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exactly my point
Wallerstein's theory divided the global economic system into three tiers: the core, the semi-periphery, and the periphery. The core nations were the most developed industrial economies, producing high-value manufactured goods and exerting control over global trade. The periphery nations were largely resource suppliers, exporting raw materials but remaining dependent on core nations for finished products. The semi-periphery served as an intermediary, possessing some industrial capacity but still reliant on the core for technological innovation and investment.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
Replied to Jarod_Lane_8547
actual retard of a reader we have here
Arthur believed that technological progress could be slowed but not stopped. The real key to maintaining dominance lay not in suppressing knowledge but in ensuring that Pendralis remained at the forefront of industrialization. He was well aware that the true economic power of industrialization lay not only in producing advanced goods but in controlling the supply chains—both the raw materials and the markets where finished products were sold.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
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you lack understanding. please by all means, leave and start reading another 3rd rate kingdom building facfic which is more of a wish fulfilment. because that's only what your brain can comprehend
Arthur, however, firmly opposed any form of censorship or restriction. His reasoning was pragmatic: restricting scientific knowledge would ultimately be counterproductive. The more fundamental understanding of science expanded globally, the greater the potential for technological innovation. While there was always the risk that foreign nations would progress more rapidly than anticipated, Arthur understood that technological secrets were rarely kept forever. Even in his past world, despite international agreements and legal protections, industrial espionage and technological theft remained rampant among nations and corporations.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
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correction in the first paragraph: you can't progress alone without bringing nations into reforms*
As trade between Pendralis and foreign kingdoms increased, merchants inadvertently became conduits for information, spreading knowledge of Pendralis' scientific advancements and technological innovations. One of the most intriguing effects of this growing trade was the sale of translated scientific texts to foreign merchants. Books covering topics such as physics, chemistry, and biology were now being introduced to other nations, and some of their intellectuals began studying these newfound sources of knowledge with great enthusiasm.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
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for those upset about other countries benefitting from this, you must remember it's important to progress alone without bringing reforms in the other countries. let's say for example, Pendralis has surplus goods to sell, but other nations don't wanna trade with them because it harms their own economy. By taking inspiration from Pendralis, they can bring reforms which better suits the needs of Pendralis, and active trading policies, for even further accelerated growth. point to be noted: no matter how much they steal, they (other nations) will always be few steps behind Pendralis in terms of advancements.
As trade between Pendralis and foreign kingdoms increased, merchants inadvertently became conduits for information, spreading knowledge of Pendralis' scientific advancements and technological innovations. One of the most intriguing effects of this growing trade was the sale of translated scientific texts to foreign merchants. Books covering topics such as physics, chemistry, and biology were now being introduced to other nations, and some of their intellectuals began studying these newfound sources of knowledge with great enthusiasm.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
Replied to Jarod_Lane_8547
they can't do anything
At the same time, news of these developments began to reach foreign powers. While some kingdoms initially dismissed the expedition as nothing more than an extravagant display of wealth, others—particularly those who had observed the effectiveness of Pendralis' advanced weaponry during the Maraz Strait battle—took a far greater interest. These nations, aware of Pendralis' growing technological and industrial dominance, discreetly dispatched spies and informants to gather intelligence on the expedition's objectives, the composition of its fleet, and any technological advancements that could be exploited or replicated.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
Replied to Jarod_Lane_8547
you have no idea the significance nationalist mentality carries, especially in a monarchial government.
His decision proved to be incredibly effective. For an entire month, newspapers published extensive articles and illustrated reports detailing the fleets, the esteemed scientists joining them, and the grand ambitions of Pendralis. Public interest in the expeditions surged, and the nation became captivated by the upcoming journey into the unknown. The explorers and scientists, once obscure and unknown figures, became widely recognized names, heralded as pioneers of a new age of discovery and progress. Stories about their past achievements, their backgrounds, and their anticipated contributions to the mission filled the headlines. The idea of Pendralis embarking on such an ambitious venture stirred deep national pride, and soon, the expeditions were regarded as a matter of national significance, sparking lively debates in coffeehouses, academic institutions, and even in the highest circles of nobility.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
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you must be stupid and narrow minded then
His decision proved to be incredibly effective. For an entire month, newspapers published extensive articles and illustrated reports detailing the fleets, the esteemed scientists joining them, and the grand ambitions of Pendralis. Public interest in the expeditions surged, and the nation became captivated by the upcoming journey into the unknown. The explorers and scientists, once obscure and unknown figures, became widely recognized names, heralded as pioneers of a new age of discovery and progress. Stories about their past achievements, their backgrounds, and their anticipated contributions to the mission filled the headlines. The idea of Pendralis embarking on such an ambitious venture stirred deep national pride, and soon, the expeditions were regarded as a matter of national significance, sparking lively debates in coffeehouses, academic institutions, and even in the highest circles of nobility.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero
yes_yes_6750a month ago
Replied to Jarod_Lane_8547
I think he mentioned its impossible to hide and operation of such large scale from its people. so rather than waiting for rumours to breed he chose to turn it into a story that held this expedition in high regard and also boost country's morale. while it wouldn't effectively bring any benifit, atleast it would stop people questioning the government and loosing their trust based on baseless rumours
Arthur had spent considerable time contemplating whether to publicly announce the expeditions. While making this information public would inevitably allow other nations to learn of Pendralis' efforts, he ultimately decided that transparency would serve a greater purpose. First, when the fleets returned, news of their discoveries would inevitably spread, and it was better to control the flow of information rather than let rumors distort the truth. Second, Pendralis had a governing structure similar to Britain's, with a House of Lords and a House of Commons. Given that the expeditions were financed through tax revenue and that naval funds had been allocated for this mission, it was impossible to keep such a large expenditure hidden. By making an official announcement, Arthur could control the narrative and turn the expeditions into a national event, framing them as a source of immense pride and national achievement for the people.
Building an empire which the sun never set
War · Fyzero