[dist-epoch]

One principle in game theory is to align against the weaker player and compete against him.

"Look Around the Poker Table; If You Can’t See the Sucker, You’re It"

That's an easier game then competing against another strong player.

[iamthemonster]

There are a couple of schools of thought when it comes to how to deal with weaker players in Diplomacy and the main school of thought is that it's actually better to ally with stronger more experienced players against them, as the inexperienced player will make a poor ally in the early game and inexperienced Diplomacy players tend to betray their former allies too soon.