*grins at you* You will.

Destroying the Anashaman was originally my nod to the fate of the 'real' Gem of Amara, but then it became a major plot point *g* they do that, don't they?

I am not actually going to address your other points, sorry. I'm worried I'll give stuff away (or possible commit myself). But thank you for your comments, they always make me stop and think.

Here's hoping for a helpful prompt, for all of us.