This has turned out to be quite an exciting and interesting game. For the benefit of those who may be following:
It would appear the noobs have gained a bit of dominance in the North, with the nearly complete destruction of Ermor and the prospect of Ashdod standing alone, whilst in the South led by vet Vanheim, the situation is somewhat reversed with Jottunheim hard pressed as Caelum and Arco now face some pressure.
Is this the end of the Mysteria(o,oso)line?
Can the vets save Ermor?
Can the noobs stay alive in the south?
Will the water provinces play any strategic role?
Will this turn into a north/south struggle?
Whatever, the outcome, let us thank Lingchih for all his efforts on behalf of the Noobs vs. Vets Series. The father of the vet team, a firm believer in the series, and the inspiration for its ridiculous but humorous plotline. This time I hope we can make it to at least turn 40 before either side concedes.