I didn't read all the posts in depth.  I just have a couple of ideas:<br/><br/>I don't think it's that much of an issue if there are lots of characters from one faction.  I think all of the Draconis Combine characters left their home space on bad terms, which, if anything, could be an RP opportunity for them - discussing their common background.  It could also bring all the non-Kurita people together.  And what draws all the mercs together is that they all want some level of freedom they didn't get from their home space.<br/><br/>Any chance of playing clan characters?  Maybe something like the remaining members of Clan Wolverine or Widowmaker who made a run for it and survived?