I like que-swapping units in order to make the AI think I am weak, and when the fool attacks, I unload a unit of each type in each city and in about 4 - 5 turns, have a full attack force. Of course I have a couple defenders around (maybe a chariot or 2 and archers) to defend my resources until my full force is available. I love to shock-and-awe the AI when it thinks I'm weak. Great way to avoid "you declared war on us!" and "You declared war on our friend!" modifiers. Especially if someone from your religion alliance is crowding your space and preventing further expansion. Go piss them off and look weak. They'll declare...
