Why can't I use the messge facility?

Why can't I use the messging facility to chat with other members who I see logged in to the forum?

JOD http://www.totalwar.org/forum/non-cg...s/confused.gif

If you are referring to Private Messages (PM), only Senior Members and staff have access to that feature. It is an email type system, not a chat feature. Access is restricted due to concerns with overloading the server.

*feels special cause he can use it... though finds no need to*