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- As Babylon conquers the city-state, the once-proud culture is suppressed. Emily is convinced that this assimilation will lead to a harmonious empire, where diverse cultures contribute to a greater whole. Meanwhile, Jake sees the loss of cultural heritage as evidence that empires can strip away identities and histories, making the claim that empires are evil.
- Ahah! I have conquered your city! Now you must follow the dominant culture in our empire. You can no longer practice your original religion and culture.
- Noooo! I need to pray and practice my traditional culture and religion! This is unfair bro!
- Jake returns, disillusioned, and shares stories of conquered people suffering under Babylonian rule. Emily acknowledges the suffering but argues that empires can bring stability and progress. Jake, however, believes that forcing unity breeds resentment and resistance, suggesting that empires are fundamentally oppressive.
- Guys, I just got back from the war. It was heartbreaking to see so many people suffering and losing their loved ones. Forcing unity breeds resentment, empires are fundamentally oppressive and evil!!
- NO JAKE! You just don't understand. There is suffering, but it is necessary to build an empire that can bring stability and progress.
- Bring down the empire! The empire sucks! We want freedom! We want peace! No more violence! Our ruler is cruel!
- A revolt brews among the conquered people, led by a charismatic leader. Lina witnesses the harsh imperial response and begins to doubt her previous stance. Enki's arguments gain traction as Babylon's cruelty becomes undeniable. In a heated argument, Lina admits that while empires can achieve greatness, they often do so at the expense of others, acknowledging that both perspectives hold truth.
- Maybe Jake was right...an empire is powerful, but it is also cruel and violent.
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