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Originally Posted by pyg

While presumably having great balance, I find the map to be aesthetically challenging.

I wholeheartedly agree, with no offense to the author of the map whose intention was to create an obviously fair map. However, since a map is simply a collection of nodes in a tree, it would be possible to perturb said nodes in order to attain a happy medium whereby fairness could be assured while at the same time acquiring a greater semblance of natural beauty. I have been thinking of attempting such a thing, but have not yet had the time, patience, or inclination to do so.

On examining the map file itself, it's natural symmetry does not afford equality of start conditions as one might imagine. Starting points can still vary by great degree and certain points are better suited to production than others. Therefore, it is still quite reasonable to state that, upon starting, some nations will, by virtue of their position, be given an advantage thereby.