Willem/Brennus/Washington, 10 Wars, Cultural, T299. This is a strong field, and I don't think you can go very wrong with most picks. I think Willem is potentially one of the strongest AI, and I'm hoping he can prove that with a less than ideal start. I liked Brennus last year in terms of expansion. He has not impressed me this year, but maybe he will take inspiration from Pacal and Ragnar to make the most of his seafood start and neat corner.
Again, easy to root for most leaders. I like De Gaulle as well. Alexander can easily overrun Willem. We will just have to see what this game has in store for us! Could we possibly have another CFC victory on our hands?