I hate the clouds also, they are so dated now.
The fact that they are dark and murky clouds fill with me with dread as that's how the series could turn out!
I am optimistic and have very high hopes this time, but i can't help get that gut feeling that C5 will royally balls it up somehow!
I don't like the rumours of a second (launch) night eviction or twist either. Only time will tell.