Well, when I was using peq as the database, I would get the error. Changed the database (figuring it certainly wouldn't hurt) setting to peqdb (and i did NOT name the database this), I got rid of the error... I really think I have a fucked up windows install to be honest, as this isn't the first thing that just hasn't worked the way it should..

I just tried messing up my db.ini and the only way I could reproduce your original error was by setting the wrong username, password, or database name in there. BTW, I dunno if it is confirmed, but I saw someone say they couldn't use underscores in the name of their database for the editor. If that is true, it makes me wonder if there might be issues with passwords and usernames that contain special characters as well. I would suggest trying just using an alpha-numberic username, password and database name and see if that makes any difference.

Also, when I set the wrong folder name/path, it doesn't give an error, but it just opens the splash screen and is not clickable at all. I have to close it with task manager. If that is what you are getting now, then maybe you just have the wrong path. If you move EQ directly to something like "C:\Everquest_Emu\", then you won't have to worry about that space between program files anymore.

Hrm, yeah.. getting the splash screen but I too have to force close it.. My password is alphanumeric as well.. I will try moving the eq directory..

If all else fails, I'm going to just reinstall a different windows.. Using windows black (windows xp) but and I really believe that is causing half my problems =\

Others cant access my server either, but thats another matter for a different section.. hah.. I really think a reinstall is due..

In any case, thx again trevius =) will letcha know in a bit if moving eq worked

edit: Nope, getting an error sound now but nothing to display.. I think I'll just download winborg or something tonight, and start everything over in the morning.. =\

Just wanna let you guys know, finally got windows reinstalled and server setup again, and the item creator works just fine =) Thx Trevius and GeorgeS for helping out