This does not feel like a transition to bigger and better things. This feels like a takeover and a crackdown.
Who knows what pressures have been exerted on the legitimate administration of Avalon?
A takeover and a crackdown would be disguised...would it not?
It wouldn't be an open 'We're the Alphabet Nice Guys and Jesuits...and We're Here to Help!' Just leave Avalon alone...except for going back to $5/month...and perhaps some minor changes in moderating and posting guidelines.
I'm expecting unexpected visitors to my home. I'll make some coffee when you show up at 3AM.