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@NomadSpellbrush
Here ya go:
Also, please do not use the researching prefix. That is for staff to use when looking into issues that don’t have an immediate fix.

Locking now that this question has been answered.

@Kattozilla
Here is a general topic on how get started with roleplaying on MLP Forums: Starter roleplaying guide
If any of your question(s) were not sufficiently answered in this topic, please contact a roleplay moderator directly via PM. They are the best source for specific inquires.
Pick your poison:
@TBD @Randimaxis @Derplight Sperkle @Mentis Soliloquy @Pripyat Pony
Now that this question has been answered, it will be closed.

@Mirage
The New Topics, New Posts, etc. can be seen if you scroll down a bit and look to your far right. This is where these sections are located both on desktop & tablet. 
More simple directions: Locate the current donation goal progress box and scroll down from there.
See it?

@DPBOX
The section Sugarcube Corner is designated for users to discuss MLP:FiM indirectly. Questions regarding MLP Forums should be placed in Site Questions. As such, your thread has been moved there.
The area you’re looking for is Stardom’s Creative Resources which is under Octavia’s Hall > Octavia’s University of the Arts.
All sections contain text underneath them explaining their function:

 
Furthermore, additional information can be found on the top of the respective page:


Closing now that this question has been answered.

Unfortunately, there is no available option to delete a blog in its entirety. Only entries can be deleted. The next best thing you can do is go ahead and delete all the existing entries in said blog and perhaps rename the title to something along the lines of "This blog no longer exists". Or, simply unpublish those entries so you, alone still have the ability to view them.

Hi, @@TheImmortalLegendG
Because this thread is asking a bit more of a general question regarding MLP Forums, I have gone ahead and moved it to Site Questions & Tech Support. Also, I have gone ahead and altered this thread's title to give it more proper context.
 
But to answer your question (further), you can increase your post count by posting in threads under all areas with the exception of threads under Welcoming Plaza and Cloudsdale Colosseum. Hope this helped!

As it has already been stated, a user must reach at least 5 posts in order to recieve permission to access the ability to use a signature. However, regular members have the size limitation of 600x100 with their signature; no larger. 
 
Once you have chosen and appropriately sized your desired signature, we recommend visiting imgur.com, uploading the signature and copying the direct link.
 
Then, you can visit your profile, click "Edit my Profile" on the top right, click "Signature" on the far left, click the icon of the small photograph, paste the previously copied direct link into the designated box, then click "Ok". Be sure to save your settings.
 
Small photograph icon:
 
 
 
Designated box:
 
 

Given that this question has been answered, this thread will be closed.

Administration does not allow deletion of accounts. 
 
Simply leaving your account dormant would be the best option. You can also remove any material on your personal profile before doing so if it makes you feel more comfortable.

Individual bannings are private matters between the staff members and that specific user. Staff members do not share information regarding these cases to other users.

Yes, there is a search function here on these forums. Directly right to the "Sign Out" option on the top right of the page, there is an icon of a magnifying glass. If you click that, you will then see a search box along with options to specify your search.
 

The snowman was removed because it is no longer winter. Therefore, he wouldn't be very fitting anymore.

In order to obtain the Canterlot Artist badge, you must come in 1st place in an MLP Forums Art Contest, (These contests can be found under Octavia's Hall sub category Visual Fan Art)
 
As of now, however, there are no contests going on.
The most recent one took place in December of 2015.
 
All of the other qustions you have regarding the competition can be answered here:
(This is the December 2015 competition, but the rules will most likely stay the same for the upcoming 2016 competition)
https://mlpforums.com/topic/143449-mlp-forums-drawing-contest-december-2015/

Yes. This is indeed possible.
 
Go to the thread you would like to edit the title of.
Click the "Edit" option found on the bottom right of your thread.
Click "Use Full Editor".
Edit the title.
Click "Submit Modified Post".

Here is the link providing all the information regarding opening a commission store:
https://mlpforums.com/topic/116269-welcome-to-commissions-please-read/

Because you are the rank of a blank flank, you are unable to add a signature.
You must reach 5 posts in order to gain the right to add one.

Topics are commonly locked or taken down because they are duplicates, innapropriate, or should be posted as status updates rather than topics.
 
To avoid posting a topic that has already been created in the past, go to the search function at the top of the homepage:
 
 
Then, click the "Forums" option and search for a thread you worry may already exist:
 
 
 
If you cannot find an already existing thread, feel free to create one.
Here is the link to the ultimate posting guide:
https://mlpforums.com/topic/13005-ultimate-mlp-forums-posting-guide/page-1
 
However, be sure that your topic adhears to the MLP Forum rules:
http://mlpforums.com/index.php?app=forums&module=extras§ion=boardrules

In order to make a post, you must do the following:
 
1. Go to the MLP Forums homepage.
2. Find a thread that sparks your interest.
 
 
3. Click the thread.
4. Scroll down until you see the text box. Write your reply, then click "Post".
 
 
 
In order to make your own thread, you must do the following:
 
1. Go to the MLP Forums homepage.
2. Click "Star A New Topic".
 
 
3. Click the correct category your topic falls into. (Scroll up and down the list to choose the correct category).
 
4. Enter the required information and then click "Start New Topic".
 
 

Go to the thread you want to change the title of.
Click "Edit".
Click " Use Full Editor"
Edit the title and click "Save".

What you can do is go to Google.com and search for an animated gif you want.
 
Save it and open it on a photo editing program. (You can also add text to the gif here) Resize it to 600x100. Save the photo and upload it to imgur.com Copy the direct link that imgur.com gives you:
Go to your MLPForum profile page. Click "Edit My Profile" in the top right corner of the page.  Click "Signature" on the left side of the page. Click the small photo icon:
Paste the direct link from earlier into this box:
Reposition the image or add text if you'd like. Click "Save" I should mention, however, that resizing gifs can result in... an unapealing stretch-like effect.
To avoid this, you may want to find a transparent gif and find someone who would be willing to make a signature with it for you to avoid this stretching effect.

Hi, superpony54
A list of the MLP Forum ranks can be found here: 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
An easier way to access these ranks is by simply cicking on your own rank.
 

Warning points are given to a user when he or she breaks on of the forum rules.
The number of warning points given varies on the severity of the offense.
 
For example, I would be given a certain amount of warning points for posting innapropriate content.
Over time, however, my warning points would dissapear.
 
Here, you can find all you need to know anout the forum rules: http://mlpforums.com/index.php?app=forums&module=extras§ion=boardrules
 
Here, you can find all you need to know on warnings: https://mlpforums.com/page/faq/_/moderation/how-do-warning-points-work-r34

Members of MLPForums are required to make a certain amount of posts to achieve a deisred rank such as pony, dragon, bird, etc.
(Disregarding the ranks of moderator and administrator)
 
Here are the number of posts required for each rank:



 

A warning is given to a user if they go against the forum rules.
Depending on the severity of the offense, a certain amount of warning points will be given and will decrease on their own over time.
 
Here is a direct link to the FAQ on warning points: http://mlpforums.com/page/faq/_/moderation/how-do-warning-points-work-r34

- Click on your username at the top right corner.
 
- Then, click "Edit my profile" in the top right corner.
 
- Then, click "Signature" at the left side of the screen.
 
- Finally, click the little icon of the linked chain and paste the link of the image you want to use into the box.
(Be sure that you are copying and pasting the correct link. 
I reccomend using imgur.com to get the links for your image).
 
* When using a signature, be sure that its size of the image 600x100 (NO LARGER).
* You can only use ONE image in your signature.
* Be sure to save your changes when you're done.