...and it was easy. I had a few drawbacks with having to reflash fastboot, but once you get the commands down in the terminal (mac os) it was super easy to unlock and root. Big ups to Max at galaxynexusroot.com for making it super easy.
So, what should I do next?
I've been using Apex and have already enabled root access for adding widgets from the drawer, but obviously I need to get a new ROM. I'm thinking AOKP...hm...
thoughts?
So, what should I do next?

I've been using Apex and have already enabled root access for adding widgets from the drawer, but obviously I need to get a new ROM. I'm thinking AOKP...hm...
thoughts?