Then you should totally go introduce yourself to everyone!

Quote Originally Posted by griffin
Userguide
What are the different Ranks, and how to earn them?

Rank 1 - New/Inactive
The rank everyone starts with. You don't have access to some sections of the board, or the PM (private messages) system. Post an introduction to activate your membership.

Rank 3 - Basic Member
When someone has posted an introduction, to prove that they aren't a spammer/scammer, they gain this ranking, which gains access to Meets and Sales sections, plus the PM system.
Unfortunately, I've already bought TPN's Acid Storm. :/ But they do pop up in the sales section.