I have created an .ods spreadsheet to see what batch sizes have the most active_time after x seconds. Assuming the values there are correct there are some quite interesting results for training Civilians: To maximize resource gathering time after 60 seconds it's best to train in batch sizes of 2; 1 is slightly better than 3 After 120 seconds the optimal batch size is 6; however it's only better by ~0.6% than a batch size of 3 After 240 seconds (4 minutes) the optimal batch size is 11; however it's only better by ~1.5% than batch size of 7, and ~10.5% better than a batch size of 3   0AD_Batch_Size_Calculations.ods

I probably had it on. I turned all the settings on pretty indiscriminately (it was late last night)

yeah, you're right, I don't hate it per se, but it's annoying for sure

(Augustus)   (Aurelian)\  

No, you're not. But, "hate" isn't the word I'd use. More like, annoyed. I mean, your nation can have nice, feel good myths and legends about female empowerment (just look at the French who worship Joan of Arc, but almost forget about all those brilliant military generals who supported her). But, those myths are often overblown, as myths and legends do tend to be.