The Second Race War, which erupted in the year 744 of the Sedes Calendar, lasted for several decades.

When a war drags on, it devastates lives.

War creates refugees who lose their homes, and those who should be working for a living end up on the battlefield.

With fewer workers, production decreases, and as production declines, so do taxes.

A dwindling number of soldiers and knights protecting cities also became a significant issue.

When the basic promise of “pay taxes in exchange for safety” was threatened, the people grew anxious.

This was when mercenaries began to rise in prominence.

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