As for feasibility, the only place I remember seeing the mysql_connect at all is in includes/mysql_functions.php. That doesn't mean it's not...

I have a date of birth mod which would make this viable, but it's more of a required thing.It could be adapted for an optional dob mod. 😀

In regards to using an .htaccess to steal the skins, a knowledgeable person can do it just by using "view source".I wasn't fussed about...

Haha, still a precaution, nonetheless! I am being insanely anal about this, I realise. 🙁 I think it's time for more .htaccess permission rules l...

I think yours is a pretty interesting case to observe. 😛 OK, I'm just a teensy bit worried about people managing to read text not meant for them...

Not necessarily. Database performance will only slow down if there are too many query transactions.

Hmm...I can quasi-access site, so I'll post my details up:Ink: db stored --11.33mb; 319 stories; 779 chapters; 856 reviews; 457 members; word cou...

3.2GB? Eep.Thanks Kali and Lyndsie. :D(I still can't access my archive. I'm using db method for Ink and I'm the only one I'm aware...

I can't get to any eFic site at the moment, but you could probably define a number in the admin->blocks->news or use your skins variables.p...

That would be awesome -- thanks. 😀

I've made it so if its empty, the person can edit it in the edit bio. I'm not sure about it though. D: I'll e-mail you all relevant inf...

I have a general theoretical run-down of this mod if anyone wants to try? Please let me know. I need some testers with time. 😛

I guess if you don't plan on giving them any special powers at all:Line 40 is:if(!isADMIN) accessDenied( );Change to:if(!isADMIN || uLEVEL == 4) ...

A level four admin is just an approved author, really, I think, with perks such as edit/delete. I'm not really sure about it, myself, but they do...