Jblazer's Guide to avoiding scam attempts
Definition of scam (n)
Bing Dictionary
scam[ skam ]
dishonest scheme: a scheme for making money by dishonest means
trick somebody: to obtain money or other goods from somebody by dishonest means
What are some types of common scams?
1. " I can double your money/or item with my star legends hack"
This is a scam that has been commonly used in almost all MMO's. Keep in mind that for the most part, STS games are solid and most likely will not be hacked.
2. "If you give me your account info I can buy you some platinum"
Honestly, I dunno how you could fall for this one...sorry.
3. Fake Accounts.
A lot of people try to do this. Obvious signs of a fake are low levels, and noob gear. If they claim to be someone they are not, atleast ask them to log on to who they claim their "main" is.
4. Guild Scamming.
This applies to those of you who start up a guild and do not have the platinum to buy the tier you want. So you decide you will pay 100k or so for someone to upgrade for you. Now honestly, this isn't a VERY common scam. Only because there is hardly any profit if not none from the scammer.
5. Borrowing Items.
I personally have let friends borrow some weapons such as the napalm. I don't suggest doing this unless you know the person irl. It is a common scam and easy to avoid.
There probably are more types of scams that are happening at this time, as SL is being highly populated with scammers. I will glady update this thread whenever I see somebody doing a scam technique not listed above. Have a good day and remember to be careful
Wow lol. I failed on this thread. I forgot all about account trading!
6. Account Buying/Trading
Nowadays you will not go through Blackstar without seeing somebody trying to buy or sell an account.
Most people buy accounts to get the exclusive vanities they cannot get anymore. Stay away from these
types of trades. Trust me, I know the temptation, but try to stay away from it. It will commonly result in scam. And most of you already know that.
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