I was looking through Matto's old threads and his avatars were so beautiful and amazing. I remember when half the people on ATRL had avatars in that style. They were all unique and iconic and helped shape everyone's identity.
Those are incredibly tacky and I always hated them. I am actually proud to say I was one of the first users to say something about everyone using them, which helped steer away from those type of avatars in the long run.
You know what Kworb? I ... never liked any of those. I kept my e-mouth shut for the longest, but the truth it's out. They were always too busy for me! Which is why I never had one. Even the avatar that NG made for me - the Goldie and Meg one - was simple and to the point, with lots of camp appeal and shade. Like me.