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Zeus
04-03-2013, 06:50 PM
Hello, STS Community,

I want to inform you not to give anyone your phone number in game. Why? There is a recent scam going around.


It goes like this (EXAMPLE SCENARIO):
Scammer says: No email or password needed for a free promo code for platinum! PM me for more info!

Victim: What's this about?

Scammer: Just give me your number and I will text you from my generator. My generator will tell you a code # which you will need to tell me so I can give you a promo code for 500 platinum.

Victim: Okay!




Many children may think this: "What can go wrong!?"

Dear naive, the scammer can BILL your phone through text message. Here is some evidence. I was playing the part of the victim in this scenario but did not fall for it because I was trying to predict how he would execute the scam. Unfortunately, people have already fell for it and have lost $50 or more.

http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a485/htrap_2294/image-1_zpsfa947c11.jpg

http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a485/htrap_2294/image_zpse5f6be04.jpg


P.S: When I mean ANYONE, it is ANYONE.

Friends can bill other people's phones with this method. So please, be wary of who you trust online.

Safe gaming players!

~Apollo

Whirlzap
04-03-2013, 06:53 PM
Gud werk Parf.
Now we just need to be more realistic and use K ty bro instead of Okay! from the victim.
Seems like some people have been stumbling upon some trouble lately.

razerfingers
04-03-2013, 06:54 PM
What do you mean bill your phone? Like using ypur number and charging it to your phone bill without you knowing?

Sent using blood on a bathroom wall

Zeus
04-03-2013, 06:55 PM
What do you mean bill your phone? Like using ypur number and charging it to your phone bill without you knowing?

Sent using blood on a bathroom wall

Yes. This is a method of payment used very rarely, but the scammer can charge any amount he wants. So far, this guy has scammed 3 people. The losses were from $20-50. They could have just bought platinum with that amount.

Suentous PO
04-03-2013, 06:56 PM
Oi, looks like I need to report more jerks.
I sence a new wave of "i dun got scammd, Halp!" threads.

Noodleleg
04-03-2013, 06:57 PM
ANY amount? Heheh... Parth's rich...

KingFu
04-03-2013, 06:58 PM
Btw, did you change your number again? You didn't reply to my text.

razerfingers
04-03-2013, 06:59 PM
Yes. This is a method of payment used very rarely, but the scammer can charge any amount he wants. So far, this guy has scammed 3 people. The losses were from $20-50. They could have just bought platinum with that amount.
Woah, weird.


Sent using blood on a bathroom wall

Sryyoulose
04-03-2013, 07:00 PM
ANY amount? Heheh... Parth's rich...

How much you want we can split the profit 75-25 ill do the dirty work.

Zeus
04-03-2013, 07:02 PM
Btw, did you change your number again? You didn't reply to my text.

No, what's the number you're texting me from? PM me?

KingFu
04-03-2013, 07:04 PM
No, what's the number you're texting me from? PM me?

When you get on next. Inbox almost full and Idl deleting.

CrimsonTider
04-03-2013, 07:09 PM
Gud werk Parf.
Now we just need to be more realistic and use K ty bro instead of Okay! from the victim.
Seems like some people have been stumbling upon some trouble lately.

Look who's back!

@Parfimus - You're not helping our "Goodie goodie" image we are trying to destroy here. ;)

Zeus
04-03-2013, 07:10 PM
When you get on next. Inbox almost full and Idl deleting.

Lmao, I just realized the irony of that post.

Ok, sounds good to me. :)



Oh, and one more thing that I'm unsure about, but the scammer may not be able to bill you if he doesn't have the code he texted you.



P.S: David, people now have my text + number instead.

Zeus
04-03-2013, 07:12 PM
Look who's back!

@Parfimus - You're not helping our "Goodie goodie" image we are trying to destroy here. ;)

LAWL, sorry! I'll get right back to trolling and troll 10x harder. :p Gimme your number, plox?

Caiahar
04-03-2013, 07:16 PM
Um...sue me...but dont you have noodlelegs and mysticaldreams phone number?

Zeus
04-03-2013, 07:18 PM
Um...sue me...but dont you have noodlelegs and mysticaldreams phone number?

Read the post above you.

There are ways of texting that do not include giving the actual phone number.



Also, a scammer can not bill you if they do not have the code texted from the random generator (which can only be obtained by you giving it to them or replying to the generator in a specific fashion).

Caiahar
04-03-2013, 07:38 PM
Um...sue me...but dont you have noodlelegs and mysticaldreams phone number?

Read the post above you.

There are ways of texting that do not include giving the actual phone number.



Also, a scammer can not bill you if they do not have the code texted from the random generator (which can only be obtained by you giving it to them or replying to the generator in a specific fashion).

How would I know...I dont even have a phone or can text. Oh well, carry on.

Suentous PO
04-03-2013, 07:59 PM
That was easy, found him and also reported.

CrimsonTider
04-03-2013, 08:03 PM
That was easy, found him and also reported.

Oooo... oooo.... can I play too??

NotYoCookiez
04-03-2013, 08:03 PM
Never seen this scam before .-.

But know better. Sticky? Lol

cookiez
04-03-2013, 08:22 PM
Ty apollo!

CrimsonTider
04-03-2013, 08:27 PM
I'm so bad...

http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-11-41.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-12-52.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-13-37.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-14-31.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-15-06.png

razerfingers
04-03-2013, 08:45 PM
I'm so bad...

http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-11-41.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-12-52.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-13-37.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-14-31.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-15-06.png

Lmao this is why you're one of my favorites crim!

Sent using blood on a bathroom wall

CrimsonTider
04-03-2013, 08:48 PM
Lmao this is why you're one of my favorites crim!

Sent using blood on a bathroom wall

LOL! It was fun...

Crap!! Why didn't I buy that obedience set?? Uggh...

KingFu
04-03-2013, 08:49 PM
LOL! It was fun...

Crap!! Why didn't I buy that obedience set?? Uggh...

I was in PvP with him, someone offered him 1.2 for it so I'd imagine he sold it.

Edit:

He's Sryyoulose on forums.

NotYoCookiez
04-03-2013, 08:50 PM
Who's Jenny tho? Lol

KingFu
04-03-2013, 08:51 PM
Who's Jenny tho? Lol

Tommy Tutone

Suentous PO
04-03-2013, 09:36 PM
After you beheaded him there was enough oxygen in his skull to silently mouth "uhm who Jenny tho"

angeldawn
04-03-2013, 09:50 PM
Omg Crims!! You are the funniest thing!!

CrimsonTider
04-03-2013, 10:10 PM
I was in PvP with him, someone offered him 1.2 for it so I'd imagine he sold it.

Edit:

He's Sryyoulose on forums.

Oh well. I'm not sure if I have it. I keep buying stuff thinking I wanna twink again, then I don't and have no gold. I hate not being able to make up my mind.... I think you have rubbed off on me.

Iphoneington
04-03-2013, 10:17 PM
Lol, it's funny how they would actually try to scam Apollo...

Yich
04-03-2013, 10:18 PM
Now THAT is clever... Props to him.

Yich
04-03-2013, 10:19 PM
Lol, it's funny how they would actually try to scam Apollo...

Just don't.

Multibird
04-03-2013, 10:31 PM
wow

Dreuefesie
04-03-2013, 10:34 PM
What would happen if you said your number was 911? O.o

Griffinfan
04-03-2013, 10:43 PM
Just don't.

You're on a roll with the double post's.

cookiez
04-03-2013, 10:50 PM
I'm so bad...

http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-11-41.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-12-52.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-13-37.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-14-31.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-15-06.png

This is so good.

OMG this made me laugh my azz off! SO freaking funny;) Props to dat

Everyone'sFavMage
04-03-2013, 11:01 PM
So Apollo, can you read off the last text you got to me? I forgot what I said. :( :( :(

Growwle
04-03-2013, 11:08 PM
Hello, STS Community,

I want to inform you not to give anyone your phone number in game. Why? There is a recent scam going around.


It goes like this (EXAMPLE SCENARIO):
Scammer says: No email or password needed for a free promo code for platinum! PM me for more info!

Victim: What's this about?

Scammer: Just give me your number and I will text you from my generator. My generator will tell you a code # which you will need to tell me so I can give you a promo code for 500 platinum.

Victim: Okay!




Many children may think this: "What can go wrong!?"

Dear naive, the scammer can BILL your phone through text message. Here is some evidence. I was playing the part of the victim in this scenario but did not fall for it because I was trying to predict how he would execute the scam. Unfortunately, people have already fell for it and have lost $50 or more.

http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a485/htrap_2294/image-1_zpsfa947c11.jpg

http://i1280.photobucket.com/albums/a485/htrap_2294/image_zpse5f6be04.jpg


P.S: When I mean ANYONE, it is ANYONE.

Friends can bill other people's phones with this method. So please, be wary of who you trust online.

Safe gaming players!

~Apollo

Yeah read about people doing this from prison.

wammm
04-03-2013, 11:11 PM
Thankyou Apollo. U da bes

Jcyee
04-03-2013, 11:38 PM
Of course he's a bobcat; they're the worst team in the NBA

skrapicoco
04-04-2013, 12:35 AM
nice find this is true as you can charge it on android phone to your cellphone bill

CrimsonTider
04-04-2013, 10:47 AM
Of course he's a bobcat; they're the worst team in the NBA

I actually thought about that during my conversation but I felt I had done enough damage as it was. ;)

McBain
04-04-2013, 11:55 AM
It gets you when you text the code back. The Red Cross uses this a lot for charitable donations whenever there's a disaster somewhere, like the tsunami in Japan. You can donate money by just texting a code to a certain number.

Of course, you could easily get your cell provider to reverse the charge, but it's a mildly clever scam.

Crim's post had me literally laughing out loud. :highly_amused:

CrimsonTider
04-04-2013, 11:59 AM
It gets you when you text the code back. The Red Cross uses this a lot for charitable donations whenever there's a disaster somewhere, like the tsunami in Japan. You can donate money by just texting a code to a certain number.

Of course, you could easily get your cell provider to reverse the charge, but it's a mildly clever scam.

Crim's post had me literally laughing out loud. :highly_amused:

Thanks. I have my moments.

billybob1
04-04-2013, 02:28 PM
27348

never fear apollo is here!!!

oh and crim.....i think u fit this build too

Fyrce
04-04-2013, 02:49 PM
Very funny.

As an aside:

Remember when you notice things like this on your phone bill, to reverse the charges and file a complaint with your provider. They can do this with any phones. With enough complaints, these people's accounts will get blocked or disconnected/discontinued.

They can actually do this with lots of account numbers, so whenever you notice, reverse and complain!

billybob1
04-04-2013, 02:57 PM
doesnt it make u put ur thinking cap on when people spam FREE PLAT??? or when they ask u for ny personal info? only sum good friends have my # cuz we xchange nud....i mean text

ArtofWar
04-04-2013, 03:08 PM
I'm so bad...

http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-11-41.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-12-52.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-13-37.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-14-31.png
http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/bryanreese77/Screenshot_2013-04-03-21-15-06.png

Haha

Jcyee
04-04-2013, 03:35 PM
doesnt it make u put ur thinking cap on when people spam FREE PLAT??? or when they ask u for ny personal info?

Apparently not everyone...

DocDoBig
04-04-2013, 04:08 PM
Holy shiz ,this is kinda a rl scam oO and may be prosecuted (no?)

Iphoneington
04-04-2013, 04:14 PM
I've seen many scams occur and most of them are just people who don't want to try hard to achieve things on their own.

Cavoc
04-04-2013, 07:44 PM
This guy didn't get the memo.
http://i46.tinypic.com/9tzo1k.jpg
Too bad his generator couldn't take my number
http://i46.tinypic.com/2mrelc3.jpg

Yich
04-04-2013, 07:56 PM
I played Runescape solely for the black market of scams and cons. Entire clans were built around scamming and Jagex (the makers of runescape) did nothing. Hope PL doesnt end up that way. Scamming would be way too easy in a game like this..

Cavoc
04-04-2013, 08:08 PM
I played Runescape solely for the black market of scams and cons. Entire clans were built around scamming and Jagex (the makers of runescape) did nothing. Hope PL doesnt end up that way. Scamming would be way too easy in a game like this..

As long as people don't give our their information there is nothing scammers can do.
Just raise awareness at most but being "scammed" on this game is mostly just people's stupidity.

XghostzX
04-04-2013, 08:10 PM
Can't believe I gave you my number Parth.

Caiahar
04-04-2013, 08:16 PM
Can't believe I gave you my number Parth.

Bad boi! BAAAAD BOI! Parth iz neva thrustable! Jk Apollo, you're trustable, but I still wouldn't give you my phone number if I had one.

McBain
04-05-2013, 03:28 AM
Who jenny tho

Extreme
04-05-2013, 04:44 AM
Who jenny tho

Samhayne

Schnitzel
04-05-2013, 11:16 PM
Who jenny tho

Samhayne
Seriously?

WolfflePL
04-06-2013, 10:04 AM
Seriously?

Lmao. :)

Reunegade
04-06-2013, 06:59 PM
just tell them 911.