eGenesis let us know that the beta test for A Tale in the Desert III will begin Friday, on April 28th, at 12:00 Noon EST (GMT-0500). There are plans for two beta sessions - the first will last for about a week, and is primarily for experienced/existing ATITD players. It will be an open beta in the sense that no special keys are needed to enter, and the goal is to get the right feel for that first critical week. The second beta will last for about three weeks.