U_K!
Hows the cover painting coming?
You said you were working at about 60x40 cm, which, atleast once you are done, makes for a nice painting to hang up. (Assuming you don't just do it all in photoshop, though from the look of your work, I think you do alot of it by hand)
Also, which chapter goes on the chopping block after chapter 4? I was helping a friend convert a character to your system (Demi deity of archery
ECL 80). Feats and levels and stats are done, items I think are done, he does have 4 divine slots, but those will be filled once Ch 4 is done. Is the chapter on Portfolios next?
Also, is there a limit to converting Divine ability slots into feats? I haven't seen your divine or cosmic abilities yet, but a demi deity pileing on 24 more Metamagic Capacity feats would give spellcasters a rediculous edge over fellow deities. Of course, at high end play, Alter Reality becomes a Deities best friend. (BTW, since Wizards instituted the Swift and Immediate variety of free actions, does your Alter Reality fall under either, or is just usable on your own turn?)
I hope things are going well with said cover, just so the publishers get off your back.