Well this is hard question.... From this point of view you right, it's really hard to find the idea that will replace idea of war . But if you so badly seek war, you must learn all about you enemy, and not attack him with "plank with nail".
If we will going diplomatic way first, and only then we will be able choose with pure heart - war or peace. If we will choose this way, then we will avoid death of players in future<_< Now, when we on threshold of war. we can't even imagine what in second circle of the Necrovion e.t.c.. Maybe the shades in first and second circle reflecting differently on our actions. Or something else.
If we will come back on diplomatic way, we will know weakness of the shades better e.t.c. And only then looking for war. Are you agree with me, Rex?
Sorry for bad english.