Thanks for bearing with me. I was called away due to some unforseen circumstances, and then I spent a while trying to figure out exactly how to explain the selective disappearances of our inactive players. I think I have arrived at the most plausible solution, which I am posting now.
Voidrazor - That sounds OK. This campaign is, after all, heavy on player power.
Nightbreeze - We are most likely going to bring alts directly into the game now, so certainly you can join.
Fenris, LordRaven - Start thinking of ways to introduce your characters.
Last but not least, Happy New Year!