Formulae of Victory

[Taera]

Well thats enough. Enough of playing to lose.
In my whole 5 years of SE experience i have never won a single game (never lost too - my always started a new one because i was heading to no victory). I had some progress since i realized i was playing deaf defensive but i am not closer to victory any much.

Not could the people here share their ways to make an ordinary empire a victor? Are there ways except for taking Political Savy 50% and rushing for PPB right away? Or does this have anything to do with me playing on ice with rare atmospheres?

Anyway. I dont ask for beginner's tips because i've been through all that. I want to know how do you guys reach your victories. AI will only be the beginning.

Thanks in advance.