I think the main problem with just getting people to chat is that there's probably those like me who just... find it very difficult to dive into talking for the sake of just talking. Either from social anxiety or just being uncomfortable around people.

It's easier once people GET talking, but... Maybe memes? Such as "Post offering to answer questions, get a card for every two questions you answer" or something to get them motivated to drop in. Then let the chatting take over.



As for plurk... it's actually pretty simple. Do you have an account? If you do, I can talk you through it, if not, make one make one here and then come back.