Hmm... I guess I viewed the purpose of the burn more as an enlightenment, which usually comes with heavy hallucinogen use. I get the wanting to connect with people, but I don't understand what about the environment serves as the catalyst. If it's a Vegas-type environment where anything goes, then it seems like more people would be playing to the moment than connecting on any deep level. I'd think uniting for a common, singular passion would be more effective? I'm a semi-conservative square, so I'm living vicariously through your experience. :P