Hi Imp,
Are you saying that you think most people don't use the unit info screen on enemy units to see the number of men/crew and the type of weapons?
And you seem to be saying that it IS an exploit
Both of these claims could support the introduction of a unit info disable button.
I'm with you regarding gamey practices. I always use a set of preferences/agreements prior to PBEM; which helps ward off gamey sharks.
I also keep my game playing on the light side. I rarely consult the encyclopedia; occasionally the unit info screen when the situation requires prudence.
Currently, I don't see the use of the unit info screen as unethical; but I'd agree to not use it if my opponent thought it was unethical.
Similarly, I often think unit names are too discriptive. But I don't ignore them. This is just how the game is currently played.
However, I do currently have an opponent who renames his Company Commanders! This gives away which units are coy leaders! I've told him not to do that, as it gives me too much info.
cheers,
Cross