Article: World of Warcraft "Information Brokers" Wrack Servers

[Jeremiah]

You can view the page at http://www.mmowned.com/forums/conten...r-Wrack-Server

[Hellson]

Couldn't this be construed as stalking?

I think this is starting to go a little bit too far, children play this game, after all it is only a game..

I'm not one for morals, usually. But this isn't right.

[Jeremiah]

Couldn't this be construed as stalking?

I think this is starting to go a little bit too far, children play this game, after all it is only a game..

I'm not one for morals, usually. But this isn't right.

It qualifies as harassment. The problem is is that the dealings are done outside of the game, and so it's out of their jurisdiction to punish.

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I guess the only way they trade in-game is by providing Paypal information, but not much can be done from that.

[SacredSpenny]

What the **** is wrong with these people? lol

[Jeremiah]

What the **** is wrong with these people? lol

I feel sorry for the people who get sold out.

[SacredSpenny]

So do i, it has happen to me, but from a douche bag at an old website i chilled at, it really sucks.

[Jeremiah]

So do i, it has happen to me, but from a douche bag at an old website i chilled at, it really sucks.

Ouch. Pretty rough.

[Kaiservolk3]

this is wrong, good thing i play on literally the lowest pop server. lol

[Jeremiah]

this is wrong, good thing i play on literally the lowest pop server. lol

Suppose it's better that you do considering this!

[Hellson]

It really does bring new meaning to the phrase "Don't talk to strangers" doesn't it.

Man, this article really irritated me, it's shocking people would do this, thank you very much for bringing it to my attention, Aphel.

I'm going to do everything possible to shut these scum down - I suggest everyone do the same, let people know on your server about them, copypasta this article to them.
Prevention is better than a cure.

[Emilie Autumn]

I'm sorry but how in the hell are role-players easier >.> the entire idea behind role-playing is to be a DIFFERENT person.... i mean come on i role play, i don't see how on earth that leads to me being an easier target... if anything proper role-players would be harder not only due to their pushing away from "random" players but also due to their hidden identity you don't say "Hi i'm a night elf mage, i live in darnassus, but i also have a second home in south australia adelaide, main street 22" (that was a fake address btw >.>) .

i'm going to be honest here i see this as one of three things, idiots being preyed on, a load of c*** or the poster spreading the word on a friends scam >.> not blaming you or anything aphel... just sayin this sounds abit ridiculous TBH

[natt_]

This is like 4chan when they post information about some nude-girls-teen-pics and their facebook pages along with adresses and adress. "YOU DON GOOFED UP". Well scrubs will always fall for this.

[Jeremiah]

I'm sorry but how in the hell are role-players easier >.> the entire idea behind role-playing is to be a DIFFERENT person.... i mean come on i role play, i don't see how on earth that leads to me being an easier target... if anything proper role-players would be harder not only due to their pushing away from "random" players but also due to their hidden identity you don't say "Hi i'm a night elf mage, i live in darnassus, but i also have a second home in south australia adelaide, main street 22" (that was a fake address btw >.>) .

i'm going to be honest here i see this as one of three things, idiots being preyed on, a load of c*** or the poster spreading the word on a friends scam >.> not blaming you or anything aphel... just sayin this sounds abit ridiculous TBH

Roleplayers are more communal than other World of Warcraft players. Posing as a roleplayer or character yourself would allow you easier access into that person's personal clique, I'm guessing. That's what I think Nasteez meant, anyway.

[Emilie Autumn]

I'm still seeing it as a load of garbage >.> you might be my characters close comrade on the field, but like hell i'll tell people where i live over it.. i honestly believe he's made up that line to catch in more people >.>

[lyzhen]

WHAT!? someone will pay MONEY to know the name of my SECRET ALTS ?!?!?
How can I contact this dude !!!

Oh my god.. what if my guild were to pay these guys and find out that I secretly like to play with dolls!! THEY'LL KICK ME FOR SURE !!!

This is HORRIBLE !!!

I can totally understand why this info is so valuable !!! People will know that my in-game hobbies include tailoring and cooking !!!

BAAAAAAWWWWWWW !!

also, more seriously, don't share your personal info on the internet idiots, and if a guild leader kicks someone out because of some info on their facebook page... WTF is wrong with that guy, he's insane, leave the guild right now.

oh no even better... if your guild leader is paying REAL MONEY to get info on people in his guild, that should be your first indication to get away from this guy.