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Here is attempt number three. After two hours, my message still never
appeared. If it's just a problem on my end, all three may show up and I'm
just not seeing news updates. If so, I appologize. As far as I can tell, the
message just isn't being posted.
I won't try a fourth time -- if this one doesn't show up, then it just
wasn't meant to be.
> Are we allowed to say which game we think has the best chance of
> winning or is that considered to be breaking the rules as far as
> discussing the games before the deadline is concerned.
I would have to agree with Eric. Although I'd love to spill my thoughts on
each entry so far (I've played 27 now, which includes the two that are no
longer participating -- only 10 more to go), I can't. However, I have sent
private email (not a public discussion) to a few of the other authors,
giving my thoughts on some of the games.
As for predictions, it's too late now. From what I read in searching for the
predictions in past competitions, it's not really a "prediction" if you've
already seen the games. Besides, public predictions at this point would be
against the rules.
I'd love to chat privately about any of the games, though. As long as we're
not influencing votes, discussing our opinions in public, etc., this doesn't
appear to be against the rules. As authors, remember that we also get the
"miss congeniality" vote. I wouldn't want to participate in any private
discussion where I was being urged to reshape my opinions in that regard,
nor would I want my own comments to cause a situation where other authors'
opinions of my entry were affected (either by discussing my entry, or by
potential criticism of other entries). Beyond that, you're welcome to email
me your private thoughts on the competition. I've been hoping for early
feedback -- been giving it, where possible.
---- Sidney Merk