For those of you who can't seem to access the chatroom via the provided Link, there are a couple alternatives.
One is this link;
http://widget01.mibbit.com/?server=ellesmera.dragonaerie.de&...
You will need to delete the listed "nickname" and type in your own.

Two is finding an appropriate IRC chat client for your particular operating system. The server info is;
ellesmera.dragonaerie.de, on port 6667
Then select a nickname and type in; #mainroom for room location.
When you get there, please say something, "hello" perhaps.
Those that are there may not be chatting at the moment you arrive and may take several minutes to respond. Please be patient. I'm Looking forward to see some fresh faces as well as old friends, loving Hugs Talia