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== Economy ==
== Economy ==
Barud invariably positioned itself as an economic superpower, regardless of the real state of affairs. Due to this consistent geopolitical posturing, mostly aimed at Asdoh and Toor, it is impossible to trust barudian historical records. The assessment of the empire's economy is usually done indirectly.
It is clear, though, that at the pinnacle of its existence in the 1st CSR Barud was exceedingly wealthy. Its economy plummeted by 80-90s due to a number of high profile military failures, as well as the disintegration of Toor, which dramatically reduced trade between the south and the north and, thus, the use of barudian roads.
Still, Barud maintained a standard of living that was probably the highest in the whole of [[Heran]].
=== Barudian road system ===
By building Korstonoh on the bank of Qvonl, Barud claimed a large territory. [[Emperor Hun|Hun Nov Vone Gordoh]] began a series of major road-building projects that created a network of high quality roads, connecting both cities, but also crossing the empire from south to north.
By building Korstonoh on the bank of Qvonl, Barud claimed a large territory. [[Emperor Hun|Hun Nov Vone Gordoh]] began a series of major road-building projects that created a network of high quality roads, connecting both cities, but also crossing the empire from south to north.
The value of barudian coins was high throughout most of its history, and only began to fall in value during the last several decades of Barud's existence.
The value of barudian coins was high throughout most of its history, and only began to fall in value during the last several decades of Barud's existence.
=== Education ===
Barudse had a number of schools, dedicated to religion, languages, finances and politics. The financial and political knowledge from barudian schools was highly valued and some of the earliest descriptions of [[Hogloh by Aanoa]] come from barudian manuscripts.
Barud advertised its education and encouraged foreign students to study in Barudse.
== Political worldview ==
== Political worldview ==