There was sort of an intro last year... it came in the form of character pics.
http://thecrew.speedrunwiki.com/2010%20Fall%20Contest%20-%20Game%20of%20the%20Decade/GotD%20-%20Part%201/1.htm
(can always use thecrew.speedrunwiki.com if you want to check something from past seasons)
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thengamer.com/guru thengamer.com/xstats board8.wikia.com
You should search for The Show, the cool podcast featuring Guru Champ Black Turtle!