Don't feel alone; I just came back too. Did you try having your password reset?
I did that, and then I registered my account, and I was able to use my character. Of course, I think there was an error with it previously, and it was deleted (I think), so not sure if you can do what I did. Also, I didn't receive any tria or a ring of the past, because migration is supposed to be done, considering how long it's been.