Found this link:
http://www.eqemulator.org/forums/sho...23guild+create
After clearing the guild and botguild tables, I implemented this db update. Then re-started the servers.
I then re-created my guild (in-game), invited my bots and -- WHAM! -- everything is fine now. And when I zoned, my boys showed the guild over their heads.
I can see everyone in the guild (myself and the bots). I made myself the Banker, set the MOTD and my public notice from the in-game guild page.
I went to the guild Hall and all bankers will do business with me. The Tribute Master still won't, but I guess I just need to find how to Opt In the guild.
Thanks everyone for all the help!
tajej