🛡️Utopians detest war but are prepared to defend themselves and assist oppressed nations.
💥Utopians use creative tactics, such as setting traps and hiring mercenaries, to win without bloodshed.
💎Utopians value peace over goods and treasure, considering war unjustified for material gain.
🌍Utopians are willing to get rid of their gold to hire mercenaries and maintain peace.
🚹🚺Utopians encourage both men and women to fight, promoting equality and challenging gender roles.
Do utopians support war?
—Utopians detest war but will go to war to defend themselves or assist oppressed nations.
How do utopians approach war?
—Utopians use creative tactics, like traps and mercenaries, to win without bloodshed.
Why do utopians value peace over material gain?
—Utopians prioritize peace and view war for material gain as unjustified.
How do utopians fund their military operations?
—Utopians are willing to give up their gold and hire mercenaries from other nations.
Do utopian women participate in war?
—Yes, utopian society encourages women to fight alongside men, promoting equality.
00:10In book 2 chapter 8 of Utopia, it is made clear that utopians detest war.
00:22Despite their aversion to war, both utopian men and women engage in daily military exercises.
00:48Utopians use creative tactics, such as traps and hired mercenaries, to win and avoid bloodshed.
01:02They are willing to use shady or dishonorable tactics, like offering bounties to kill enemy rulers.
01:18Utopians are willing to give up their gold to hire mercenary soldiers from other nations.
01:20In the event of an invasion, all able-bodied men in utopia are expected to fight.
01:23Utopian society even encourages women to participate in warfare, promoting equality.
