[narkotic]

You have to admit, though, that the first reaction of a player who has been scammed isn't going to be 'Oh boy, this looks like an opportunity for me to express myself in an in character manner. I will get all of my friends involved in a roleplay manner, and we will go after this ole chap and confront him as he sells my stolen equipment to the highest bidder.' Read the post about the council, this can be completely justified as a roleplaying situation. A scammer case brought before the council, a council composed of members of all kingdoms and non kingdoms (like from significant clans like TBC) who condemn thieves and announce that they are marked.

All the Kingdoms in this game are against scamming. Part of the recruitment policy is that you give your word to not be a scammer and bring dishonor to your kingdom. With all the alliances currently in place, you'd think that the combined might of these large organizations would be able to inform the public, in a roleplaying manner, that this person is condemned as a thief, that they are not to be trusted, and should be banned from all means of trade. Their goods are tainted, and could possibly be gained from unjust means. Would you really want to buy items from these people if they ruthlessly tricked another player who unknowingly trusted this person? Are you supporting scamming with these statements by putting the blame completely onto the victim of the crime?

Cyrin, kiddo, I'd appreciate it if you showed a bit more respect as well and not call me boy again. If anything, the name is Norm, don't forget.

Oh, and you are right about the forums being OOC and such. Yes, very true on that. Although, a great number of influential people read these forums. The reputation you create on it does become noted. It's best to remain respectful to the people you speak to despite how they respond to you. You become the bigger man that way, as they sometimes say.