I think I found the problem. From reading other posts with the same issue, I've noted a correlation of TuanHA profiles. I did a little bit of digging around, and noticed that the SpecialEditionRuntime.dll that previously was required in the root folder / same folder as honorbuddy.exe was located in the routine folder for the class. I deleted the specialeditionruntime.dll out of the root folder and it seems to be working fine now.
Also, previously it was required or you couldn't login to the paid profile and would be signed in as a guest. It no longer does that, so I am assuming the dll is the replacement and he forgot to update his instructions. I'm emailing him now so that he can update his installation instructions page, and maybe even put a notice out to anyone who logs in or something to help keep the number of support posts down.
I'm unable to comment on others' post in the support forum, but if you see any more or if any current posts with this problem are persisting, it's worth a shot. Thanks again, guys!
Cheers!