Rush

Rushing is a common tactic in populous, and can be reffered to as brave blasting as well. Many people frown upon it, but other embrace it. Basicly, it is sending in your shaman at the very begining to destroy all the braves causing the opposing team to lose. If you attempt to rush and fail, it handicaps you majorly for the rest of the game.

Rushing can also mean going in very quickly with an Earthquake. This is widely used, and not at all disrespected. Rushing is can be a common tactic on Face Off.