Writing for the Scotsman David Ferguson considers whether Scotland possess the attacking quality to fuel a successful World Cup campaign.
"Four years on, Scotland's ebullience is being encouraged by coaches Andy Robinson, Gregor Townsend and Graham Steadman as the sport itself strives to regain its wings and entertainment value. But is the squad capable of turning promise to greater success?
"The pack has vital experience and the youthful quality in Richie Gray and Richie Vernon.
"And, while the back division may not have the quality of the All Blacks or Australia, in Joe Ansbro, Sean Lamont, Nick de Luca and Max Evans there are genuine attacking threat."