Quote Originally Posted by Patrick
Hey Element. Welcome to OKCTalk. We're glad to have you here and look forward to getting to know you better.

As far as avatars are concerned, that's one of the perks that we give to our Premium Members. To pay the expenses of operating the site (server expenses, software, etc.) we have a Premium Member system where people can donate $47 for the entire year to help us out.

Here's more information on that: http://www.okctalk.com/payments.php
Hey, that's pretty cool. I am really enjoying this site, so this premium membership thing may be what I am looking for. I've never, ever, given money to a message board, however, there is always a first time.