1) We knew, it was kinda obvious.
2) Agreed
3) I think you overthink things on this front - but to each their own (I mean, you only have to look at Tobes' posts).
Really sucks, cos it was going to be a good war. It could still be, in 2 weeks time though, but not sure. I'm less upset though, cos I'm not attacking. Wars like this are awesome to be a part of and I regret not having the activity to be able to attack. Since I have to resort to banking, I'm less affected.
Best part of this war is the fact we're all mates, and it woulda been a no bs, decent war. Where attackers just have plenty of fleet to just go all out, have fun and slug it out.
Pity