Thank you =)
I did actually read both of those posts. Neither one (unless I am VERY blind, which could be ) mention requiring posting here.
Seems I missed THIS one though, which does clearly mention it.
http://the-new-lagoon.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2819&sid=11d942878a8b1d9a9b9c9445e6efd017I believe when I was trying to join I just read the "EVERYONE PLEASE READ THIS!" posted under the sub board for All Sexy Games. When I looked farther I ran into the FAQ, which told about the requirement of posting replies before making topics, but I hadn't done the initial welcome which it didn't mention, so it threw me off.
As for why I was banned, I imagine because I made 2 accounts in a short time without getting them properly 'activated' through the welcome post. No harm, just have to use another IP when checking out the board, and it was my fault. Just never had ran into a forum and after I read the main rules I figured that was all there was to it. Not sure if those posts can still be edited at this point, but might add that in if you run into any more brain dead folks like myself
Regardless, looking forward to being a member!