[quote=Ezmeralda] It's possible they saw how long it was taking and lost interest...That said, can't we get started? I mean it is kind of odd for everyone to be gathering right at the beginning. lol [/quote] Shurikai and I discussed this and have decided that missing one person is better than missing half the group, so once she is able to, Shurikai will be making the IC opening post. On a more personal note: I want to thank you guys for being patient through all the delays, it really means a lot to the both of us.