Welcome back Mate, glad that you are alive and kicking and managed to bravely fight through whatever challenge it was.
Sorry this might be off topic but I have to ask, is this customary for one to create a thread like this when leaving the forum for a period of time to maybe prevent someone accessing the account?
it's not a must, but it's a precautionary measure by some members, especially those who feel like they have built a reputation in the forum and have been carrying out some trades or deals.
You don't want people to start getting suspicious or even start doubting if you are the real owner of the account.
Should the account suddenly come online before the supposed time stipulated, and doesn’t sign a message before posting on multiple threads. Do DT members flag the account? Thanks
Yes, if there is more than enough evidence showing that the account has changed hands. It's mostly noticeable with posting style or behavior around the forum. Of course, before getting tagged or flagged. The person would be asked to prove that he's the owner of the account.