The first 3 or 4 hours are slow, but the rest is a bongo jamfest of nonstop excitement. I've played every other M&L game before Brothership at least six times over apiece, so I think I can confidently say that Brothership is a near-perfect continuation. Battling is awesome, the world is packed with intrigue, and the humor is on point. The pun names are the cherry on top of this magnificent game. M & L IS BACK BABYYYYY