So after playing on SoD again for the past couple weeks I can safely say that it is still the best EQ emulated server I've ever played on.
The changes made recently were very well done in my opinion. Some people got upset and left, but I think it helped to bridge the gap in levels as well.
After being back for a day or two I decided to become a donator again as well. I've always donated to SoD while I was playing and I wish more would do the same.
Anyway, if anyone decides to give Shards of Dalaya (
www.shardsofdalaya.com) a try, drop me a tell in game (to Kukov or Rexo) and say hi. I'd be happy to give you some pointers or a tour of the place.
Forums and their website are currently down while they do maintenance, but should be back up soon.