I was just wondering if anyone has written a game report, of a game in which they attempt to win without building any colony ships. I would be very interested in seeing how someone fares under those conditions, no matter how suicidal it is.

Perhaps its time for a little competition, to see who could get the highest score (or avoid death the longest)?

I would do it myself, but truth be told I'm a crap player. I have a very relaxed and sloppy style. I seem to approach it as a space empire simulator, rather than a strategy game.