I Walk Alone (IWA)
We choose not to play as part of a formal alliance. We seek an optimal gaming experience and do not believe that this is available as part of a team. Group combat comes down to who has the biggest gang. We raid because it comes down to timing and allocation of resources, which is an interesting challenge.
We have our own standards. As the alliance lead, mine include: I don't bash. I try not to use missles. (They reduce the abilities of players to continue playing. I keep a bunch for defense and retaliation only.) I try not to raid any one person more than once a week. If I leave a planet uncovered for an inordinate length of time, with enough resources to make raiding worthwhile, I expect to be raided. If someone makes a good play, I congratulate them.
We do have buddies, for trading and conversation. But we try not to call on them for help. If you want to declare yourself an independant, feel free to join the IWA. But don't expect help if you get someone upset at you!
We think all of these things add to a more pleasant and challenging game for all concerned. If you disagree with us, let us know. If you have an argument that we feel to be pertinent and cognizant, we will consider it and we may have an interesting discussion, and we might even change our ways. 'Till then, though, we will be raiding.
"Lay on, MacDuff"
Tighthead