So here it is, half an hour away from the end of my first game. Why am I not nervous? Because I know that it's over and that I can't win. There's no hard feelings, I'm guaranteed at least 3rd, and the other two people that will round out the top 3 are now close friends of mine in Tengaged as well as valuble future alliance partners. And I've gained valuable experience that will only help me in future games. Pretty good for a noob.