I was assuming (most probably mistakenly), that although you need a certain level of intelligence to get to the tribal stage, it's possible to have more intelligence than others. Obviously there will be an upper limit on DNA points available, and in theory if fewer are spent on parts, more go on intelligence. Greater intelligence, I suspect, would lead to better weapons?
I'm aware that buying tools costs food, but what about researching/gaining, will intelligence have an affect?
And regardless, I'd still rather see my vicious little blighters attacking with their teeth and claws, and doing so reasonably effectively. Sure spears as well, but it'll look far cooler if they still take advantage of their natural abilities. Afterall, just because everything is smarter, doesn't mean it's suddenly gained an immunity to teeth???
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