Ok, but that’s not the point I was making. I meant that vast technological superiority does not mean military superiority.
Guerrillas and militias have been very effective at combatting powerful empires throughout history because they have the backing of the populace and can hide and resupply with ease, unlike invading forces.
This will not change because of a single technological advancement, especially since insurgents can also use this technology themselves.
That’s not a single technological advancement though, it’s multiple.
But either way, I think it’ll make a difference because it eliminates a big factor that’s always been present:
Humans.
Autonomous robots would never tire, would be able to maintain themselves to a degree, and the controlling force never has to worry about their loyalty. Also eases stress on the empire’s citizens because they’re not the ones being sent to fight anymore, either. Easier to do the bread and circuses.
I should clarify: advanced autonomous robotics.
Ok, but that’s not the point I was making. I meant that vast technological superiority does not mean military superiority.
Guerrillas and militias have been very effective at combatting powerful empires throughout history because they have the backing of the populace and can hide and resupply with ease, unlike invading forces.
This will not change because of a single technological advancement, especially since insurgents can also use this technology themselves.
That’s not a single technological advancement though, it’s multiple.
But either way, I think it’ll make a difference because it eliminates a big factor that’s always been present:
Humans.
Autonomous robots would never tire, would be able to maintain themselves to a degree, and the controlling force never has to worry about their loyalty. Also eases stress on the empire’s citizens because they’re not the ones being sent to fight anymore, either. Easier to do the bread and circuses.
Hopefully I’ll be wrong about it.