Well, the thing you have to consider is this: take the Dilgar for example, a race that was beaten by c. 2220s EA forces? How can their War choices even compare to a War choice from Crusade Era EA? They can't, or at least shouldn't.
When you compare the Nemesis to the Shadows or Vorlons or Ancients, or the Dilgar to the Centauri - you're missing the point, as these should never meet in combat (in service dates, anyone?). Similarly, the shadow omega fits a very limited game profile (one year in service). They do relate well to other EA ships in their own timeframes however, and their bonuses justify their cost (shadow omega vs. omega for instance).
The Nemesis isn't a great ship, IMO, but it isn't a bad ship either. Self repair, a great turn of speed and great fore armament, bonuses vs. stealth, a good hull and damage track. Let down by the usual low EA initiative and boresight... how is this any different to other EA ships?
When you compare the Nemesis to the Shadows or Vorlons or Ancients, or the Dilgar to the Centauri - you're missing the point, as these should never meet in combat (in service dates, anyone?). Similarly, the shadow omega fits a very limited game profile (one year in service). They do relate well to other EA ships in their own timeframes however, and their bonuses justify their cost (shadow omega vs. omega for instance).
The Nemesis isn't a great ship, IMO, but it isn't a bad ship either. Self repair, a great turn of speed and great fore armament, bonuses vs. stealth, a good hull and damage track. Let down by the usual low EA initiative and boresight... how is this any different to other EA ships?