Let me begin by summarizing what seems to be on the table at this point. 1) Horganus (Rick B) and Paul Corrish have indicated a willingness to assume at least a portion of the GMing duties. 2) Lois (Solomon) and Geoff Bonn would like to join as new players. Louis (LMP) under the new tag of Mellian would also like to rejoin the game (he was previously booted for inappropriate language and behaviour to the list). 3) Joel (as well as several others whom I suspect are temporarily out of contact) would like to continue. Now, if any of this is incorrect or I have omitted anything, please speak up. Both Paul and Rick have expressed a trepidation with the rules (and I'll be among the first to admit, it's an intimidating thing at first). For my own part, the actual resolution of turns and over-all world continuity are the parts of the game I enjoy the most. It seems logical, then, for Rick and Paul to determine which (or both) would like to take over as primary GM and how they would like to divide up the work. I would like to continue to oversee general continuity and yearly events and I have no problem resolving actions. Anything on the gameplay and rules side of the spectrum, I think Rick and Paul can happily throw my way in whatever manner is best for them. I'll leave it to everyone else to decide if you want to give Louis another chance. I am amicable to this (although it will be a tight probation-I still have no changed my stance on what is appropriate and mature behaviour for the list). I think Lois and Geoff would be welcome additions and I definitely have recommendations as to which societies are open to new players (some, such as the LR are a bit much for a new player, I think, unless they have a vision for what they wish to do). I will, however, reserve that discussion until Rick and Paul determine whether that is something they want me to handle. As far as a time-warp, I personally favor simply continuing from the current year. The game has not gone idel, simply slowed to a crawl. This seems to be the best summary of what I see and where we should proceed from. If anyone has objections, please voice them. Lois and Geoff, feel free to discuss openly on the list. And, Paul and Rick, if no one objects, have a talk with each other and then let me know where you need me as far as rules, et. al. All told, I think this has been a productive discussion. Thank you all. MK ---------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, send mail to celandra-off@phoenyx.net.
