re: Bitmap problems.
If anyone else is having problems, try opening one of the .BMP files in PBrush/MSPaint, then immediately select 'File'/'Save As'. Check that the "Save as type" is set to "16 Color Bitmap (*.bmp, *.dib)". Hit "Cancel".
In general try not to use "Save As". Use regular "File"/"Save" (or ALT-F4 + spacebar for fast keyboard exit).
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re: problems with gender/personality
Hopefully will be in the next update (BTW: The core data is copied, but some data is missing)