
Intimidation Vs Deterrent
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According to what Bellows had told to Ledo and Chamber, there exists a balance in which human lives are not recklessly taken, and the usage of weapons is considered as a last resort. The side with the stronger force is normally the victor and negotiation through deterrent is seen as the best means of defense.
However, this balance is not without its flaws, as pirates often do not follow these unspoken rules, considering the frequency of their raids and their willingness to spill blood. The idea of showing the pirates that it is not profitable to raid a fleet cannot be backed up without sufficient force, and often the raiders get away with what they want.
Organization
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A pirate doing whatever he wants
Shift in the Balance of Power
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With the arrival of Ledo and Chamber, the Gargantia and its allied fleets now have a tremendous advantage over the pirates. With Chamber fully capable of repelling or even destroying the pirates completely, the marauders now find themselves far behind their intended prey in terms of technology. Even the combined forces of Yukkage proved to be ineffective against a single Machine Caliber. Currently, the pirates now must find a means to counter this huge gap in military strength.