Win? Why would a despot care about “winning”? So long as they don’t lose a protracted war is a boon.
It’s a means of acquiring even more personal wealth and power. It’s an excuse to oppress their internal enemies, a distraction from their crimes, and a rallying point for their allies.
Win? Why would a despot care about “winning”? So long as they don’t lose a protracted war is a boon.
It’s a means of acquiring even more personal wealth and power. It’s an excuse to oppress their internal enemies, a distraction from their crimes, and a rallying point for their allies.