The server issue can be offset by using a Java client and an established IRC Chat server network.
I've already created an UNOFFICIAL IceInSpace chat room on DALnet if anyone would like to see what it's all about. The channel is simply called #IceInSpace
A number of people have already dropped in, I'm almost always there(except tonight) and it looks like Humayun(Octane) is hanging around.
If you need help just ask
If you'd like to check it out, (as I said, I'll be pretty quiet 'till later tonight)
try the Java client on
http://www.dal.net/, it's not nice but useable...
Enter a nickname where it says "Chat Now" and click "GO!"
Then when all the rubbish text stops scrolling, type: /Join #IceInSpace
If you're familiar with mIRC or a similar chat client, you know the drill
