Eh. The whole thing was lost form the beginning simply because the power was concentrated in three hands- all allied. It was pretty clear that Symph would have remained on your side (with Russia and China more important to him than your petty colonies), and I figured Dis wouldn't betray you (I have gave it a half-hearted attempt, but nothing was even made). With the simple economic weight you guys carried, we could never have won. Through it would have been nice to kick you out of Africa.
It still annoys me how Luck blew me over, attempted to get back over on my side, and then betrayed me once more. I mean, he tells you of my alliances, then he askes me to come to his aid, then he sells me out again! I gotta hand it to him- thats great sliding ;].
And Panda, I know this kinda shocking, but not everything is about you!