Quote Originally Posted by Berteaux_Braumegain View Post
Gaius wants to unite the world under the Empire, but doesn't want to go about unnecessary murder for that goal because he sees everyone as a potential citizen. The Ultima Weapon was a weapon for intimidation, but it was also meant as a solution to Eorzea's Primal problem.
Given what we saw of Ala Mhigo and Doma, Gaius was sure as heck not doing anyone any favors.