Keith,

My limited psychic abilities are playing less a role, (in my prediction of your success), than my powers of observation.

You've put a lot of personal energy and personality into your site.

The fact that people know who you are, by name, can only bolster credibility.

You're not subscribing to a "Build it and they will come and contribute" method. People will come and contribute, although it's (my opinion) up to a forum host to keep the momentum alive.

Aside from that, the laser display aspect gives your site a unique and diverse aspect, which is also a crucial component.

Activity + diversity = A compelling site. :-)

Evidently, I'm not telling you anything you haven't already discovered.

Best of luck.