Thats a tough one. HTC might be better served not supporting an O'Club forum. It was all non game-related discussion by definition anyway. Couldn't say for sure if it did a better job of creating hard feelings or building the community, though I feel richer for having read through many of the debate threads.
I was really impressed by the knowledge demostrated and high quality of many of the posts (momus and Charon esp). Quite a few very smart people here, and without the O'Club I really wouldn't have known that.
If it doesn't come back, to Laz, Toad, Nash, Gunslinger, Raider, Virgil Hilts, Steve, Wotan, and all others I've discussed things with on the board. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ideas, and opinions. Sorry for not mentioning those names who for the moment have slipped my mind- you know who you are, though.
CYA round.