dphipps - i like the how the initiative system works as nobody has to wait for the other player to finish - *i* get distracted/bored waiting and then it takes more time when it is my turn to reconsider my actions. even if the initiative/activation gets focused on one player, i still have to be ready in case it doesn't and to be ready for reactions - dodge/shoot back/fight/play perils. nobody is ever having a 'down time'. truly a great system so thanks.