Well I waited 2.5 days to try to and use my card again and pay for my subscription and this time I received the 401 instead of the usual 601. I broke down and purchased 1499 crysta using ultimate pay for a 30 day subscription. It was actually a lot less painless than I thought it would be. I didn't have to call or anything, the crysta was there right after I payed. I realize not everyone can use crysta but for those who can I suggest using your card with ultimate pay. I originally wanted to pay for the 6 month subscription but I lost too much faith in SE. Good luck to everyone still trying to pay and get your shit together SE or I wont be back next month.

On a side note, I was finally able to log in only to find out that there is maintenance and I wont have time to play until tomorrow. pff...figures.