As a player since the begining, I think it would be good to start again - I have lost track of many of the alliances and at least one keen player - Warman - would not be able to play due to his wrist problem. The IH was so good due to Kage's handling of the monster he had created and the large number of possibilities that existed due to the historic situation. With most players having 3 or 4 neighbours the scene was well set for alliances and conflict. Throw in the struggle to unite the country and you had the perfect mix.

The other good reason for starting again is that I think people are more aware of the background after the first IH - I thought we were all behaving like true leaders of our clans and there was a growing sense of honour and the true japanesse way of doing things.

So I say - let's start again - I am sure many of the players would like to give it another go - perhaps we could move away from the gunpowder era. Kage - you are the secret behind this working so well - I hope our enthusiasm encourages you to pick up the reins.