Sorry that you're disappointed, and fair enough that it sounds harsh. I didn't say anything for a while, because I wasn't sure what I wanted to do. The thought of actually having to put something up just seemed like a massive pain in the arse, rather than something I wanted to do anymore.

The fact you feel strongly about it does make me think it might be worth continuing, and reconsidering. But frankly, you're the only person who's even bothered to get a post up in a week or more to say anything actually related to the damn game. Which is also doubly surprising considering you're playing the non-GEAR pilot as well, in a game squarely focused on mecha, and one of the more recent people to join in. Obviously christmas and New Years have been and gone, but even so - I think, if I continue, it might be time to cut the chaff.

I think you're right: It's time the group got whittled way, way down to those who can actually be arsed to get their posts up in good time, and show some enthusiasm and enjoyment when they do, rather than bitching about it or moaning. 
I'm not doing this as a job, I'm doing it for my own enjoyment, and I'm going to make it enjoyable one way or another, and I want people who are enthusiastic and enjoyable to play with. I like this setting, and I like this story. And I'd like to actually see it through for once as well. So maybe it'll carry on. But I'm likely to be a lot harsher, because I'm tired of feeling like I'm having to shove things into action each time, and watch the game become a fucking revolving door, and slow down to a crawl. 

A post will be forthcoming. If people don't respond to it, or to this one, then they're getting kicked off. I've already kicked off anyone who hasn't posted for ages, or replied to messages I've sent previously as well.