Lots of new stuff today. Here's a roundup:
We're Back
The site was suspended last weekend because our database was using way too many resources. As a result, most threads that haven't been replied to in a couple of months have been deleted, including old TRL recap archive threads. Sucks, I know, but at least we're back.
New Absolute TRL Logo
Say hello to the big cursive "a", Absolute TRL's new logo which appears on every page and in the favorites icon.
New Main Style
The aqua metallic colors have been replaced by a new glossy black and blue default appearance. If you want the metallic colors back, you can switch to the
Metallic Blue style at any time from the style chooser at the bottom of every page or on your
Edit Options page.
New Default Layout and Forums Menu
You may have noticed the new forums drop-down menu. But that's not your only choice: on your
Edit Options page,
there is a new option about half way down the page under Forums Navigation called Quick Links, which replaces the drop-down menu with a row of links to every forum. Try it out!
Extras No More
The arcade and radio were using up too many resources as well, so they were disabled. The points system is still available but now it's part of User Control Panel.
Removed Forums
Sports discussion can now happen in The Lounge.
Awards & Events may or may not return next year.
Other Stuff To Mention
Under the Members List menu, Search Members works a lot better now. If you enter an exact name, it does directly to their profile, or if you enter a partial name, you get a page of results.