I trust that you'll understand how that particular discussion relates to this world as a whole, then.
This place is a perpetual battleground, Fullmetal. The stakes have been lessened, or at the very least modified, but from what I understand this place is defined by those who are strong enough to overcome its challenges. Those who are weak are forced to adapt and overcome; if they can't, they won't get ahead. And if they can, to the victors go the spoils.
Conflict and strength of will are key to survival here; while I can't say I agree with this place's practices, I find the theory behind it very agreeable.
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This place is a perpetual battleground, Fullmetal. The stakes have been lessened, or at the very least modified, but from what I understand this place is defined by those who are strong enough to overcome its challenges. Those who are weak are forced to adapt and overcome; if they can't, they won't get ahead. And if they can, to the victors go the spoils.
Conflict and strength of will are key to survival here; while I can't say I agree with this place's practices, I find the theory behind it very agreeable.