Hey, more news:
First, in general, to speed things up and make sure we're working from the same description please post a link inside a Spoiler, whenever using a named item or spell for the first time. After all, just plain Teleport may have 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 3.5, and 4th variations. Or if you're using something that is off-system, post a description inside the Spoiler. Or, feel free to just post that it's off-system and let me take it from there, if you don't want to bother with/get bogged down in system minutiae.
Second, I suggest you all keep up with the "With Janis" thread, since that's where the planning action is happening. You can assume that all party members will be briefed when they do join up with the rest of the party, about pretty much everything that has transpired prior to their joining up with the main thread, to save time and a lot of boring re-posting. You can also be thinking about your own Great Ideas to contribute to it! That way you'll be ready to jump right in.
Great posts, thanks to all!