Wow, this is an old thread! Rob, those stipulations (no imports, etc) are set by the winner of the previous challenge. And, several months ago humorix won and made a challenge that disallowed all imports and post work. I believe the concept was "duel." A Bryce only challenge is nothing new, it's just unpopular (judging by the recent winners' topics). If you want a Bryce only challenge, there is only one way to get it: Win the next challenge! It's not easy, I can attest to that. But, I guess that's why it's not called the monthly easy. =) We are Bryce users, but we do not limit ourselves to it. You can use your vote in the challenge to promote Bryce only works if you'd like, I sometimes do that. But, if someone wants to use another app to do their work, that's typically OK with the group. It comes down to what is more important: The finished piece or the process. Most people seem to think it's the piece. We're making digital art first, Bryce art second I guess is a way to put it. I encourage you to enter the challenge! It's ultimately not about who wins, it's about doing it. (take it from someone who has lost a few) Besides, the concept of level playing field gets thrown around a lot and is subjective. We have newbies and veterans both happily competing. There is clearly an advantage on the veteran's side just from sheer experience with the software; but you never know, that newbie might be lucky, a quick study, or really talented! And I've seen newbies win! I say give it a shot! Next month's topic should be revealed next week sometime, and I'm anxious to see your entry. Who knows, maybe there will be a no import or no postwork rule this time!