Wouldn't that be optimal strategy? The easiest and most effective way of avoiding losses? Just because it's super easy doesn't make it a bad strategy. I think it's called First Order Optimal Strategy, or something. Look it up if you guys are interested in the subject. It's not the best, and countered by good roleplay, but it gives less experienced players an edge
What people need to realise is that this Rp is very casual with its science, and writing in general