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Post 20.
All about the Common Phrase of: "Give me your item and I'll duplicate it"

Well, this scam isn't as common now, but it used to be. Basically, users would ask for the victim's item. I.e. Rune platelegs, claiming that they (scammer) can duplicate it. When the player trades with the scammer, the scammer says that he/she will give the item in a seperate trade. When the victim gives the scammer his/her item, the scammer logs out.
Is this scam reportable: Yes
You could find this scam most commonly at the G.E. although can also be found within all of Runescape. Beware, Members are targeted more frequently, as items can go very high.
IT IS DISCOURAGED TO MISUSE THIS GUIDE AND IF MISUSED, THIS GUIDE IS NOT TO BE BLAMED. ANY INFORMATION ON THE GUIDE IS FOR YOUR PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE AND HOW TO AVOID THESE SCAMS.
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23-Feb-2011 02:19:02 - Last edited on 30-Sep-2011 05:24:21 by Bionicler898

Bionicler898

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Post 21.
All about the Common Phrase: "Whoever drops the most valuable item will win a prize!"
This scam works by saying the above phrase and then waiting for those who aren't paying attention to drop an expensive item. The phrase is never true now. The scammer will only pick up the items you drop and the only item you get is in your imagination.
You can find this scam anywhere in Runescape, although this scam is really not performed anymore because of the time it takes for an item to appear.
Is this reportable: Yes, even if nobody drops anything, if someone says the phrase alone, they can be reported.
IT IS DISCOURAGED TO MISUSE THIS GUIDE AND IF MISUSED, THIS GUIDE IS NOT TO BE BLAMED. ANY INFORMATION ON THE GUIDE IS FOR YOUR PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE AND HOW TO AVOID THESE SCAMS.
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23-Feb-2011 02:39:43 - Last edited on 30-Sep-2011 05:24:34 by Bionicler898

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Post 22.
All about the
===== This page is currently open and reserved for another use, after a previous scam was removed ======
IT IS DISCOURAGED TO MISUSE THIS GUIDE AND IF MISUSED, THIS GUIDE IS NOT TO BE BLAMED. ANY INFORMATION ON THE GUIDE IS FOR YOUR PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE AND HOW TO AVOID THESE SCAMS.
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23-Feb-2011 02:39:52 - Last edited on 02-Mar-2012 06:48:53 by Bionicler898

Bionicler898

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Post 23.
All about the Quick Swap in a Trade Scam
Original Version:
The Quick Swap in a Trade scam works when a user puts a large sum of money in a trade. Let's say 1 million, for your Rune platelegs. The scammer then opens the remove "x" cash selection. He then enters in 995,000gp to remove. Although, at the same time, he puts in a worthless item. He has already put in a bunch of useless junk, so when he swaps the worthless item with the gp, you won't notice a thing.
Newest Version:
The newest version of this scam is to have the scammer put up an item that they are selling for less then market price, and quickly decline the trade. They generally repeat this one more time, then on the third trade they swap a less valueable item in place of the oringinal item hoping the victum does not notice the bait and switch. This has popped back up since free trade has been brought back.
This scam can be found anywhere when trading.
To avoid this scam: Check the amount of wealth transfer on the bottom of your trade screen. Now, you should also check your trade box for any RED Exclamation Marks. A warning message will pop-up if the other trader removes an item, telling you to double check your trade.
Is this scam reportable: Yes.

===Scenario===
Scammer: "Selling Sara Sword (SS) 2.1m!"
Victim: *Tries to trade*
Scammer: *Puts up SS (NOTED) but declines the trade* "Oh sorry lag"
Victim: *Tries to trade again*
Scammer: *Puts up SS (NOTED) but declines the trade* "Opps I hit the wrong button"
Victim: *Tries to trade again*
Scammer: *Puts up White 2h (NOTED)* and tries to quickly accept*
Victim: *Accepts trade and ends up with a White 2h and not the SS.
Notice the scammer will NOTE the bait and switch to try to hide the switch.
Often the scammer will add other low value items to 'spam' the trade window. Also they have to decline the trade for the bait and switch now because of the RED "!" that will appear if they try to do it in one trade.
Thank you Arizoomer!
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23-Feb-2011 02:40:01 - Last edited on 26-Jul-2011 02:00:54 by Bionicler898

Bionicler898

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Post 24.
All about the Goodie Bag Scam

How it works:
The person advertises a price of the 'goodie bag' and the most valuable prize. For example: "100k goodie bag, win d chain" The scammer will ask you to guess a number 1-28 most of the time, or else it is not classified as a "goodie bag" scam. Once you guess a number, the scammer supposedly gives you the item. When the person paying for the "goodie bag" hands the money over, the seller will usually give them a piece of junk in return and say sorry, better luck next time most of the time. The scammer could have 27 eggs and only one "grand prize" or may even move or select a different item. The seller in almost all cases doesn't have the max prize(or has it just for shows), and just takes everyone's money that hands it over.
Is this scam reportable: Yes.
=== Scenario ===

Thank you You Fail Bud for the information ;)
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23-Feb-2011 02:40:11 - Last edited on 30-Sep-2011 05:25:01 by Bionicler898

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Post 25. Just a Lil About Me


Hi! I'm Bionicler898. If you've reached this post, then you've probably read something from this guide. Just to fill you in on who I am, this is my 5th Year playing RuneScape, and I still love the game! Some people ask me about how I know about these scams. I have to say that it's mostly from learning from other user's mistakes and learning from in-game resources, internet resources, etc. But just as a summary: I have come across hundreds of scammers and I have a strong dislike for them. I have gained my knowledge by watching and learning but never engaging in a scam and learning from other user's mistakes.

Out of RuneScape, I am a freelance writer and I love to volunteer my time online to answer questions from other users. I am currently a Volunteer Category Supervisor for a popular Q&A website on multiple categories including RuneScape. Lastly, I am also a volunteer for the YouTube Product Forums and I enjoy answering questions and concerns for users who ask while also protecting the YouTube Forums from vandalism.

I do love to write as well and I find it as an extra way to earn a bit of money while doing something I love to do. I currently write for various websites and I might think about writing my own book someday. Other then writing, I also enjoy playing with LEGO and hiking/camping in the great outdoors.

Anywho, that's all I'll say about me for now; stay safe! :)
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23-Feb-2011 02:40:21 - Last edited on 31-Jul-2013 06:49:26 by Bionicler898

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Post 26. Usage of Guide/Abiding with Forum Rules


This thread does not go against the RuneScape rules.

1) It does not encourage scamming in any way. It is just to inform users and help them avoid these scams.
a. There is no "encouragement" or phrase encouraging a user to scam.
2) This guide is not convincing other players that the rules are different to what they actually are.


3) This guide does not promote rule breaking in a positive manner.
a. This guide does not promote rule breaking.
b. This guide informs users, not to encourage.
c. There is a clear "Is this scam reportable" section in each post to discourage scamming.
d. Even if it was stated that a certain "scam" was not reportable, there is still no sign of encouragement of scamming.



Please do not copy/paste this guide into any other website. Give credit when used, before using this content on another site, please post a request on this thread.


Contents of this guide do not encourage the use of scams, therefore, it is not against the rules. All information gathered has been of my own knowledge of the game, from friends, p-mods, and other helpful users.
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This guide has been stickied on:
March 1, 2012.

It is operating under these guidelines:

1. To update when new scams come out, and to delete old scams.
2. To not provide too much information on how to perform the scam.
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Thank you for reading the guide. Have a great day!

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23-Feb-2011 02:40:41 - Last edited on 31-Jul-2013 06:46:20 by Bionicler898

Bionicler898

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Post 27. Overall Scams/Reporting

Overall, scams are not worth it in any way. You will, most of the time, feel guilty of losing the item. You should also note that Jagex does not currently refund any lost items.

Reporting these scams is easy.
All you have to do is report the user using the Report Abuse button (this can be found by right-clicking a player in-game and selecting "Examine" and looking for the flag icon or by clicking the flag icon in the top-right of the public chat box). Then click on the category that best matches the problem—most likely "Scamming".

The bottom line is: If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. So stay away from those things.


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The scams above have been found to be suiting. As anti scam-guide makers, we usually have a bit of teamwork as most of us would like to see people enjoying their time on RuneScape without the fear of scams.

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Details: Learn about Phishing websites and report them here.

==== A_H Chat ====

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23-Feb-2011 02:40:42 - Last edited on 08-Jul-2015 05:45:03 by Bionicler898

Bionicler898

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Post 28. Kudos



List of Contributors


Slbglurioso
11gageg
Arizoomer
You Fail Bud
English Rose
Amcanthony
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Post 28.5. Updating and Remodeling Section



Introduction:
This section just keeps you up-to-date on what is being Updated, Remodeled, Considered, Added Later, Etc.

Things being updated:

Everything.

Things being Remodeled:

Everything.

Suggestions being considered:

All suggestions made since 2013.

Things that will be added:

Sections on "Methods of prevention", "What to Do", and various other general topics.
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