Welcome back, dear readers! We've updated and changed some things around the site since the last roundup, including the site skin. What do you think of the new look?

Now that nominations are a thing of the past, it's time to vote in the Empy Awards! Be sure to stop by and contribute with your votes. The more people we have voting, the better the results will reflect the true preferences of our site's members.

Here's an interesting topic I've never encountered before: Who is the most "tortured soul" in sci fi/fantasy? Come to our General Discussion forum and see if you agree with the picks so far. There have been some intriguing characters listed, not all of whom are predictable choices.

The Hunger Games (both the book and movie versions) is on everyone's mind lately, particularly since the movie just came out and seems to be a big hit. Have you seen the movie? If so, how was it? Be sure to stop by the thread I linked above in the Movies & Games Discussion forum for all the hype.

The Aiel Social Group is hosting their first ever Clan Wars! See who wins in this series of games, scavenger hunts, and more!

Have you read the latest entries in "The Gossip Ghul"? That's right, in addition to being evil, the members of the Shayol Ghul Social Group love tabloids. If you still can't imagine what their favorite tabloid is like, just head over and see for yourself!

Our role players have the Green Ajah out of the Tower because of a book. If you're wondering why the Greens would be going on an adventure that sounds more like a Brown Ajah member's idea of a good time, check out the role play And All for a Book.

Have fun with the goodies I posted above, everyone!