I've been playing a number of games for years, and one of my hobbies is collecting every system out there. Except Rifts. That'd make me broke.
I couldn't get into 4th edition at all, as I thought every change made it worse or overly cumbersome. I do, however, commend your selection of a gnome rogue! We get the size bonuses of a halfling, with cantrips that can be quite handy.
Oh, and for Drax: http://theglen.livejournal.com/16735.html
It should keep you busy for a day or two.