For those that haven't played before, you need to be aware that this game is a long term deal. Games can last 6 months. You'll need to submit your orders a few times a week. If you miss, you'll have a small grace period to get them in. Either 1 day or 10 hrs if SOB's change gets implemented. You can put the game on hold if you go on vacation or something else comes up.
If you can't commit to the whole game, please don't play. If you're someone who quits the first time they get backstabbed or start to lose territory, don't play. Nothing screws up a game more than someone quitting. So if you can't stick the game out until your last army, please don't play.