[Gandalf Parker]

Others have already jumped in and I havent read the whole thread but here are some notes from me...

As far as NAPs (non-aggression pacts) with any contract, if its not in the contract then its not in the contract. Some will make allowances for things the other person "thought would be true" but others will split hairs on the wording of the agreement. The phrase "get it in writing" comes to mind.

Grudges: you might want to make a distinction here. I havent seen alot of problem with grudges going from game to game. HOWEVER it should be noted that I have seen alot of REPUTATIONS carrying over from game to game. People who want to back-stab an ally as Ermor in one game, then get mad because their Marignon is not treated as an honorable paladin in the next game, might have a valid point but the reality is that such role-playing doesnt tend to hold up well. No matter who I play its still Gandalf Parker who will be remembered for the actions of that nation. For that reason various methods of doing truly anonymous games have been discussed tho I cant remember any of them being done.

Trading is Supply and Demand. You might figure it on how many gems it cost you to make it. Or you might figure it on how hard it would be for the other guy to get it so early in the game or in such quantity.

On the two neighbors thing you forgot "watch and wait to hit whoever gets weak, maybe both". At a large battle not all of the vultures are animals.

Going AI should be a Last resort. Try for a replacement. I try to sell it as a perfect way for newbies to get a feel for multiplaying since it comes with a ready-made excuse if you do badly.