I have installed Hamachi (Free Version) and I think I have been able to "log on" to swrebellion9 and swrebellion10 (I have logged off them since I don't know the "protoco" (i.e. rules/regs/etc)l for using those VPN to play Rebellion. As far as skill level I have very little mutliplayer experience except for newbies to the game who I could easily destroy quickly becaue of their inexperience. I feel I am an excellent player against the AI, but then, who isn't when they play the game often. So against a fair multiplayer opponent, I most likey will get my butt kicked the first few times, as flaws in my strategy are revealed, but hopefully it will be fun to play. My Email is kleaver@roadrunner.com My Screenname on AIM is ColAylett53VABat, but you won't be able to find my online because I have set my list to only "my buddy's list" can see me, so email me with your screenname, and I can add your name to my buddy list. I generally prefer the Empire, but will play as the Alliance. My player name that i use (for all multiplayer games, not just for Star Wars related games) is Lord Siditious (Si-di-shus) KEn L.