I think it's time for some of us smaller alliances to come together and join, creating a large player-created alliance that can stand up to a few of the larger ones.
My alliance, the Coalition of Independent Nations (COIN) is looking for a merger, as our activity level has declined and we are also in need of defense. Our alliance has about 30 active members.
If interested, please send me an in-game message. My nation's name is Jonesboro.
Thank you.
(Our forums: http://z15.invisionfree.com/COIN)