Register for the site, and then fill out the application to join. We'll give you the rundown there, just be sure to keep up on your app so it doesn't go stale. The app is about the only thing we take seriously, so once you are in, you are in.
I'd Prefer you hang yourself from a hook attached to the back of your skull in the center of the starbase. Your alternate self has to be a better warrior than this you...
I would point out however, that posting this as you have will allow people to take advantage of this exploit/bug/cheat. Please edit your post to not be quite so specific.
Yes, I have seen issues with this as well. I'll be way out in front of everyone, then not even place in the race. This should be hot-fixed immediately.
Yeah we are all pretty insane... though the only sane people are the ones who know they are insane... so we may just be the safest people to be around...
I'm not sure what you mean by a "good fleet advancement system." Personally, I was looking for a group where everyone was pretty much equal. Check out UnrepentantGaming.com if that is of interest. If you want something different, then good luck to you.