Well we did have a game for tonight planned, but unforseen problems stopped it from happening. Some couldn't be helped (such as BD's joystick failing), and some were down to the fact that this is a new thing (Singh not being able to keep awake coz it was 4am in his timezone).
The way forward now is to re-organise things so that everyone can play. Lets move onto the issues and try to resolve them.
Firstly, the time is unsuitable for some players, mainly Singh. Im thinking that maybe those of us who are around at 6pm GMT (i know not everyone is available then) could have a couple of games then, to give Singh and anyone else in his position the chance to participate. We would then play again at 8pm GMT, so that those who cant make 6pm GMT can play. This way everyone gets a game.
Secondly, a host. If he doesnt mind then we will take advantage of BD's server for a first week or two. Hopefully then we will be able to start a rotation of one person hosting each week, that way its fairer on everyone.
Thirdly, a meeting place. Everyone has access to an IRC client whether it be one on their PC or the one on the main site. Can I propose that everyone joins our IRC channel (#SSX) five or ten minutes before 8pm GMT. That way we know who's here and we arent waiting around ingame for people who havent been able to come along on that particular week.
As this is a new thing there will most likely be problems we encounter for the first couple of weeks, until we get a well organised system for this in place (i.e. times that suit everyone, final hosting decisions). Hopefully we'll have the first group game next week. In the meantime if you could comment on that which I've mentioned in this post or throw out ideas or comments of your own I'd be grateful. Lets try and get this game ready to go for next week
Lets hope we can get as many people as possible.
