[tom bombariffic]

First off, an apology for being so late. The internet in my house was down this morning, and I've not had a chance to catch up until now.

I'm going to make some general observations of what I've read through this evening, and then I'll go back and make a voting decision after checking up on some things and re-reading. My vote will have to be now, because I'm going out later.

The thing that has struck me the most today is that accusations seem to be becoming more personal. In no day so far have there been so many posts from villagers demanding explanations for a vote on them, or complaints at persistent campaigning against them. The frustration at not having caught any wolves yet appears to be boiling over, and I'd just like to remind everyone to try to be calm and analytical. Allowing yourself to be offended is likely to taint your vote with personal grievences, and make it a less balanced decision. I for one am also wary of people who over-react to votes against them; as the tension builds, the individual wolves are likely to become more flustered.

a quick note on mormegil - I am pleased to see that he seems to be increasing his participation in the game. I will go back and look over what he has said today, because this could obviously be a response to accusations levelled against him yesterday by myself and others, namely that he is staying out to fly under the radar. But if the werewolf-weariness is genuine and he is innocent, it's obviously good to see him participating more. As I said, I'll look back and make up my mind. (I also notice the irony of me accusing him of under-participation, and then being absent all morning. My Internet connection obviously has a cruel sense of humour.)

Two players who have drawn a lot of attention to themselves today are TGWBS and Lommy. Whilst having a public argument would be a very bold tactic for two wolves, I see no reason why this could not be an argument between a wolf and the seer. I suggest we look very carefully at their language to see if anyone seems to have a seer's assurance. Come to think of it, this could also apply to any of the personal feuds I mentioned above...I'll try to look at this too.

I agree that caran must be the hunter, as various others have theorised above. On the subject of her making a 'list of doom', this really depends on how much you trust her judgement. If she is perceptive a list will increase the chances of lynching a wolf; if she is mistaken, it will decrease the chances. Giving the people the option of following her suspicions, as she has done, seems to be a useful middle ground as it guides people without confining them. That's all I really have to say on that.

And, finally, myself. Having ranted above about suspecting people who defend themselves, I'll be brief! Just thought I should thank those who pointed out Caran's mistake in my absence. Doesn't mean I don't have my eye on you though...

I'll be back soon with a vote and some specific reasoning (hopefully).

bombariffic