[Reverend Zombie]

I'm game for that. So, just so I understand how it works: one person makes all the settings and submits them to start the game, then everyone else connects via IP/DNS entry like you would in a normal MP game...correct?

Correct. I could start the game and post the isp and port here once we decide on a map, but...

Esben's site has only the maps that came on the CD, so no Karan. Of the default choices, I am partial to Aran. What do others think?

All your suggested settings are fine with me.

I am also in favor of starting tomorrow, so no one is rushed, as you say.

On a side note, I went to the Illwinter site, and saw about three different Versions of the Karan map. Which one(s) should I download for my personal use?