Has anyone else played with Centaurs, Satyrs or other non-standard races in their games?

Has anyone else played with Centaurs, Satyrs or other non-standard races in their games? Any thoughts on Holmes' reference to a Samurai fighter? I wonder if he was thinking of a whole new class or a different way of looking at the Fighting Man.

I am thinking about allowing all characters some chance at thief skills, sneaking, climbing etc.

I am thinking about allowing all characters some chance at thief skills, sneaking, climbing etc. Has anyone else house ruled something like that? If so how did it work out?

Howdy, I know this question has been asked I am sure a hundred times but are there extensions for the Holmes basic...

Howdy, I know this question has been asked I am sure a hundred times but are there extensions for the Holmes basic past third/fourth level?