True.Of course it's cheating, but it's also a good way to try out and practice new techniques. We're talking about your solo game where, from the sounds of things, you're honing some skills. Reloading is a no-no in competitive play or SGs, so don't do it there, but I sure wouldn't worry about it here. Congrats on beating Theodora to the Wonder.
By cheating I learned the skill of micromanagement better.
I'm going to play a friend of mine in a MP game, and I don't think we're going to have any rules.