rtorrent, you say? I might as well check it out, seeing that I am already playing around with torrent clients. So far utorrent has more advanced options but lacks an easy way to relocate completed media after it has finished, and the new release (3.3) is quite buggy with its force rechecking (and of course all that bloatware). Deluge seems like a more basic client from what I can tell but with fewer options for configuration. I have the basics down as far as factors that affect seeding (and yes, there are many, not all of which I control!) but I have been obsessed with this for a while now

Wish me luck and as ever, I appreciate the feedback and suggestions.
EDIT - this sounds cheesy but I am honestly touched by the friendliness and help here, and I happen (for once) to have a few extra bucks..I've never donated before....but it looks like donations are closed this month?