Fight to the bitter end or call it quits at the start

[Aramis]

On frustratingly bad start locations, no matter how satisfying a future victory might be, I can't help but think "I could be having more fun if I just started over."

[Shogun Gunner]

I'm thinking about developing loads of interesting maps myself, then picking a map at random when I want to play.

This way I can shape some interesting landscapes, more unique features compared to the automatic generation whose output starts to look the same after awhile. Also, I can distribute the resources in a more game pleasing way. I don't mind scarcity, but its too much of an impact when one or two civs control all the world's iron.

Most importantly, I can set the starting locations so it's reasonable for everyone.

However, a lot of upfront costs required by building enough maps that I forget about the specifics of any one map. On the other hand, if you trade map files with someone, both individuals could get a fully customized map (to order!) and only have to build one map.

[Daz]

I restart.
I have no time to loose.

[Kropotkin]

Originally posted by Shogun Gunner
I'm thinking about developing loads of interesting maps myself, then picking a map at random when I want to play.

I used to do that for CivII. If you don't put too much effort into the map you'll propably forget about them quite quickly. At least I did.