If you want to compare it to an I.C.E. product, I think M.E.R.P.S. or H.A.R.P. (what is it with these guys?) than Rolemaster...and yes, I've played all three...well, more accurately, played two and own one. I think H.A.R.P. is a fairly accurate choice of comparisons, with a heavy dose of Exalted and using some Rolemaster magic types

This seems really well thought out, and from what the others are saying, is gonna be well worth the wait.
I know what you mean, though...Has me Jonesing for some M.E.R.P. or H.A.R.P. action.