So I ran the final session of the Blitz this afternoon. It was a dismal showing. Of the sold-out 16 slots, only six people showed up. I went around the area canvassing for players, and couldn't find any additional people. Anyone who has played the Blitz knows that six people is extremely light. I really never conceived of a figure less than 10-11 for participation. After explaining the situation, that I could either arrange refunds, or give it a shot with a significantly reduced player-load (because unlike most scenarios, I can't just pair up each player with two characters, there's far too much interaction and surprise involved)
But, they wanted to give it a shot, and I tried to cherry pick six characters who would at least have SOME conflict involved. It went pretty well, but was nowhere near it's normal fun-level. Two people died and I quickly handed them off other characters who could come in without prolonged story line expositions.
Brian was there, and he seemed to enjoy himself, so I guess it turned out OK after all. Now it's time to start packing the small suitcase (the one I brought with me empty) with all the crap I bought this week...
Actually Blitz was quite fun, glad I wasn't the first one to get killed. You are right though, it would have been more fun with 16 people there instead of six. Oh well, we made the best of it.