If paul could mysteriously make armies appear, Im pretty sure he'd be of a higher rank, though he would be so ingenious, that perhaps he would know better and only use it occasionally, like in a pivotal game against a Queen in arms race...when the stake were real high.
I think its safe to say this is probably more bad math than computer mastermindedness at work
I saved someone from this kind of embarrassment last night. He was absolutely sure that someone hacked the code and changed the game from freestyle to sequential during the game. Absolutely sure of it. When I told him to just go through the log, and look for just one instance of simultaneous play, he of course could not find it.
It was more likely that he just forgot to hit freestyle when making the game. Its far more likely that you understimated and counted the number of armies he could have. Always look for the more reasonable solution first...if you prove it impossible, then move onto other ones. It will save you, and many, lots of time.
Usually this advice is given to the new players though...
And though I may seem high and mighty....Ive had plenty of times i thought something was amiss in this game. I just thank god I realized I was crazy before actually posting it.................................usually.