Being the backup can be quite frustrating.. but it's best to have something prepared and ready to go just in case the first choice can't do theirs.
It would be helpful to the project and playtime if those picked first could keep in constant watch on this thread and report for military photography duty to confirm their participations.. if they can't post at least it then gives the backup a decent shot of putting something good up!
So far this project has been a success and the story is great. Great job dudes.