<< put newbies into a 1650 game specifically for beginners with an
experienced player or two on each side in critical positions (e.g. North
Gondor; Witch King) to act as a "mentor" (perhaps offer free turns or reduced
turn rate to get them to take on this role) >>
I think the idea of "trainer/introductory" games is great!
Especially if the experienced players are limited to one per allegiance, in a
prominent role.
I'd be down for coaching either a FP or DS team in either the 1650 or 2950
scenarios.
Tom Francis