The question of creative liberty has surfaced and the answer to this question is to PM me! We should be able to come to a decision both of us are happy with, assuming your initial suggestion makes sense (aka no playing as Beholders, Mind Flayers, etc. nor fishing for insane gameplay bonuses). I'm all in the favour of flavour!

Don't expect much input in the next twelve hours or so. I have things to do, including sleeping :P
Next entry from me is probably the link for the OOC thread!