It's a shame.
I hate all this clan stuff, where there are ranks and rules and battles and all this stupid formal stuff. Why can't we all just play as friends, not with silly ranks and expectations, and rules about colours and clan tags, and GT changes. I usually play solo or have fun with friends when I play, and although I am a good Halo player I don't like playing with the pressure of being in a clan battle, for example.
You can count me in if you want, but I'm not changing my colours or making an effort to play with people to prove a point. I will happily play with all you guys for fun but not if it involves expectations and "tryouts."
Luke