I think I should clarify this before we get too deep in. Some of you are writing backgrounds with submersibles and diving suits in, which is nice of you, but I think means I've misled you to a degree. The diving suits are new, a significant step forward. All previous diving equipment has been tied in some way to a vessel above, with air hoses supplying air from that vessel to the suit or diving bell (as in real history). Ranks in Diving Suit represent a combination of experience with older equipment and training provided by Mawson before the game begins. Submersibles are not new, but the Edison submersible is significantly better in terms of endurance, depth tolerance, size, and not being unspeakably dangerous than any previous one you have experience with. Characters with Submersible skill above the free rank will be pleasantly surprised. I don't think this torpedoes anyone's background so far. -- David Damerell Clown shoes. I hope that doesn't bother you. Today is Second Sunday, Presuary - a weekend. Tomorrow will be Gloucesterday, Presuary.