Well I only payed attention to this thread today. I thought my server was quite different to others, but I took a long, hard look after reading this thread today and made some completely substantial changes. A very creative way of bringing to light the problem with common rule sets Serann, and I congratulate you for it, you have inspired me to bring utter carnage upon my server.
Changes I made after reading this: No reason needed for Assassination contracts, assassin decides whether it is immoral or not. No permission or reason needed for raids and revolts. Tax anywhere. Outlaws are constantly KoS. Commoners may rob one another. I already had rules such as: No reason needed for war and no need to announce anything etc. These rules should give players the power and freedom they need, whilst being fair and avoiding a "troll heaven", they also remove potential complaints, ie players have les to complain about, so admins can relax.