I'd sure like to see a news article on Stronghold vs Free WaaaGhhghg; sorry to break the slugfest here. My opinion is that Debauchery was beginning to find it hard to get a war. The negotiations may have resulted in rule breaking, but I think the intent was to secure a war. Haven't anyone of you fought a war to learn? This would be a motivating factor for the lesser of the two matched. The punishment is to set an example in game, and I think it's weight is appropriate for that purpose. Debauchery haven't displayed an evil nature that I detect is aimed at them. We do want Utopia to remain relevant.