Thanks for the feedback. I'm finishing up the skill cards this week and will have them ready for Saturday morning.
The game engine was very nebulous at first, but now I have a better idea of how things should go. Pretty much all that's left is to retouch the scenario a little and see what develops among the players who participate.
I hope to see you all in the Velvet Room first thing Saturday! (and yes, regardless of where we play, it's called the Velvet Room)