[Andrew]

I did, indeed, authorize Ariel's linking of the SFI thread here, and I thank him for consulting me. Given the history of the subject region, I thought it prudent to insist that the discussion steer clear of genocide and religion and focus on the sword.

However, the discussion should have remained civil.

What a shame. This is an extremely interesting weapon, with great potential for meaningful discussion and education. Instead, we have the beginning of an inter-fora "war".

Not on my watch.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the spirit of sharing and learning. Feel free to take this to private email.