I think the true purpose of this site is an advanced war game

In a sense, I personally think so. Not a violent or even malicious one really at most times, but a strategic melting pot for different ideas.

However, this is why I probably have to disagree with smooth, as he seemingly suggests that buying flag power . . .

leading to an "arms race" and very large revenues for the game.

. . . would necessarily be a good thing. If this is all this "war game" will be about, then it will be more boring than Risk and ultimately collapse.