Interesting thought. I guess war is a kind of "proof of work" which identifies the society that is more able to productively employ its resources. This includes

Interesting thought. I guess war is a kind of "proof of work" which identifies the society that is more able to productively employ its resources. This includes strategically and tactically on the battlefield but also all the logistical and economic support. Simulations fall short on that. Cyberwarfare might come closer though as we become more digitalised so maybe that's the direction things will move in?