the first one is very nice... just try to change the buttons and the bottom part.... those are terrible the second one is great as well... but i also think you should change the buttons a bit... try to gain some inspiration @ www.template-moster.com
there alright and i know your not saying you made that banner in this template >> www.tombraiderinc.be << becuz that banner waz made in one of GRs compitition for a new forum banner.... i can tell also becuz u jus added the text undder the text wit the bullet and itz all blurry.... ye but there alright templates.. * i may b im wrong but i think it is the banner.... im just saying mayb you did make it mayb you didnt but im just saying*