Let me expand on the last part: the value of crowns. Obviously, some ages are harder than others; winning around age 20 required significantly more navigation than winning today. Other than that, however, the point is largely moot. For example, while, in my opinion, Rage has been handed more crowns than anyone else, this in itself is an amazing feat - particularly when repeated over time: it is not necessarily easier to have others win the age the age for you, than it is to do so on your own. More importantly, this, too, is a critical aspect of the game, an aspect where Rage truly shined - which I, despite my personal dislike for the kingdom, applaud them for. In that sense, peoples disregard for SWEAs - or for that matter Rages - crown(s) is nothing but reflective of their own inability to play the game - understand its full dynamics.
P.S. You will war me this age, don't worry.