Gee you people are a bunch of whiners. I bet 90% of .org contributors rush right out and buy the XPack the minute it hits the shelves.

Anyhow, here's a couple of positives from the latest update:

Q. Will there be civil wars?

A. Yes. The rebellion mechanisms have changed to allow for rebellions to spread, and to allow for disloyal generals making a stab for ultimate power themselves.

Q.. Improved cavalry AI and more importance on a Generals command stars in a battle. (suggestion as question)

A. The AI has improved generally (pun not intended).