Great picture. I made a comment in a thread that the counters were so big it was like playing with Carcassone tiles. I meant it as a slight exaggeration--I didn't realize how close I was.
I may have to wait until Christmas for wife approval... but I definitely will be getting this game as soon as I can! The counters look like they are just icing on the cake of a great system. (mmm... icing...)
As I haven't touched (A)SL for more then 8 years now... stearing at the Yanks here... that brings up feelings like stumbling over some old love leters in the attic.