The sixth paragraph of the "Words from the Wood" editor's column on the inner cover is included below.
Due to the limited MEPBM content in this issue of Whispers of the Wood, we are not including the full issue as a scanned PDF. All of the content relating to MEPBM in this issue is included as text below.
News from Middle-earth™: As stated last month, contracts have gone out to those players being considered for the playtests. And contracts have been pouring back in as well! It looks like most of you guys can't wait to play! If you sent in an application but haven't yet received a notice, don't fret yet. They are still going out. If you have received notification but have yet to return your notarized contract, do so! This is no time for tardiness! To the swiftest will go the One Ring! Further considerations and notifications will begin soon. Keep watching this column for news and developments!
Dennis P. Edelen
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