An exploit of AI stupidity if ever there was one...
The Settings:
Large landmasses are where this works best. Huge Pangaea maps, especially with Warm/Wet/5 Billion year settings are optimal. Many of the same principles work on smaller maps though. The fewer the AI the less resources will be on the map, which is a good thing. 8AI is my favorite setting on Huge maps.
The Civs:
Obviously Expansionist Civs. The Americans and Iroquois are the two most suited for this style of play. Any of them can do well.
The Attributes:
Play your Civ to its strengths. The Iroquois can upgrade to Mounted Warriors for an earlier rush as well as pop rush Temples at will. The Americans use the Industrial attribute to build the most cities possible. Zulu's build Barracks, Russians build Libraries, and the English don't build anything.
The Plan:
