A discussion on "Lifetime Buffs"
#1
fs_gravely
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:32
What's the community's feelings on lifetime buffs/buffers?
For myself, it's something I refuse to get involved with, either on the selling or purchasing end. I see too many ways for it to all go horribly wrong, and someone to get accused of scamming or harassment, and end up on the wrong side of a banhammer.
#2
fs_kingminos
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:35
Safest option is to browse the ShoutBox, find cheap sellers and pick the right one for you. Thats what i do whenever i want a buff service..
#3
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:35
#4
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:45
I know what is going on, to be honest it is more about problems in RL. He has recently run into horrible luck and I feel he is taking it out on players in FS.
And don't think his guild is safe from his wrath....
#5
fs_ninjadier
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:47
#6
fs_gravely
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:48
#7
fs_ninjadier
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:49
Not pointing the finger at anyone, asa. I'm just looking for discussion on the whole idea of lifetime buffs; in fact, the point you made only supports the idea that lifetime buffs are not a good idea, because you never know when RL is going to rear its' ugly head and bite you in the @$$.
Yeah, had to delete my first post because i sounded a little accusatory. Went a little more general this time
#8
Posted 12 June 2009 - 03:58
He got banned less than 3 days after I bought them.
#9
Posted 12 June 2009 - 04:35
#10
fs_theoryman
Posted 12 June 2009 - 05:01
* Legendary Events, Little events like LC in Scavenging and titans, New Epic Weapons, Wars between guilds, new items in the arena and new potions to invent (hopefully someday)
#11
fs_balmaina
Posted 12 June 2009 - 05:46
I do lifetime buffs, but they are not cheap.. as it would not work out for me and I have a few conditions.. like they must have at least 5k stamina and we have to be on or close to the same time zone.. I also give advice on what buffs they actually need.. like if the guy is hunting creeps with 1 k defence... he does not need KE .. or if he is in a 2 hit armour set up.. you dont need ssi or a lot of other offensive buffs.. I also help them on gear set up and good old fashioned.. been there and done that advice!
I really dont think that someone selling lifetime buffs for 100 fsp is really commited.
#12
fs_toc13
Posted 12 June 2009 - 05:56
It's something I've stayed away from both as a buyer & a seller.
The hours I currently keep are not my normal hours & are likely to change at any given time. RL gets in the way.
I also look ahead & unless you get a very good price, it is likely that it'll end up being more efficient getting the buffs yourself when you hit the appropriate level. For those that spend their days dancing on the BB & being more static in their levels, I could see it being okay.
I have heard that there are some very good ones out there who as part of the deal give you a way to contact them at any reasonable hour
#13
fs_gravely
Posted 12 June 2009 - 06:09
#14
Posted 12 June 2009 - 06:09
#15
fs_gravely
Posted 12 June 2009 - 06:11
#16
fs_balmaina
Posted 12 June 2009 - 06:41
Where's the 'no- for another reason'?
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It's something I've stayed away from both as a buyer & a seller.
The hours I currently keep are not my normal hours & are likely to change at any given time. RL gets in the way.
I also look ahead & unless you get a very good price, it is likely that it'll end up being more efficient getting the buffs yourself when you hit the appropriate level. For those that spend their days dancing on the BB & being more static in their levels, I could see it being okay.
I have heard that there are some very good ones out there who as part of the deal give you a way to contact them at any reasonable hour
In a perfect world it is a good deal for the both.. even at my price of 1k fsp.. the buffs have paid for themself in stamina saved in under 6 months, after that it is pure profit for the buyer... for me the 1k fsp is used for upgrades, BP's and some power levelling.. therefore getting me to the next level of buffs.. there has to be trust and cooperation from both parties.. and it will work.. I would not over extend myself with more than 5 "lifers" and they have to fit in with the conditions, and you must have a open line of communication.. so they have my msn, email and cell..
#17
Posted 12 June 2009 - 07:11
The guy who said lifetimers give whatever, whenever. ya, not so much.. buffers have to hunt, farm, kill titans, ect. we cant just buff you when we have to take care of our selves as wel. but i digress...
I have no lifetime buffers, nor do i have any ppl i sell them too. but I potentially would... and as to getting my cell . or ppl offering that out, eh... thats a bit tooo close right there..
#18
fs_toc13
Posted 12 June 2009 - 07:20
#19
fs_generica
Posted 12 June 2009 - 08:54
IMO - life time buffers, are good. if you do it right, interview like process, watch the players activity, make sure they wont just eat your stam...
The guy who said lifetimers give whatever, whenever. ya, not so much.. buffers have to hunt, farm, kill titans, ect. we cant just buff you when we have to take care of our selves as wel. but i digress...
I have no lifetime buffers, nor do i have any ppl i sell them too. but I potentially would... and as to getting my cell . or ppl offering that out, eh... thats a bit tooo close right there..
Whilst I agree there should be an interview process, personally I feel that lifetime buffs should be just that, and at the buyer's convenience, not the seller's. If you are offering a paid service, then the customer should have the right to use that service without a bunch of conditions and restrictions.
I honestly think most lifetime buff sellers
a) have too many customers
That is not their buyers' fault though.
Adding conditions AFTER accepting payment is not fair. If it becomes too much, or didn't work out the way the buff seller intended, I think the buyers should be refunded.
I think almost always it's a waste of fsp to buy lifetime buffs.
I would not offer such a service either, because I don't like the idea accepting payment for something I may not be able to provide as needed. Plus it's a big commitment, many things can change in your life or gameplay that may affect your ability to honour such an agreement.
Just a question to those who do have lifetime buff customers - does it hamper you in any way when deciding on skills? Also, do you feel you are restricted from doing any skill resets? I feel this could be a problem, as someone buying lifetime buffs would surely buy them based on what those actual buffs are, and whether they will be able to use them effectively. I don't think I would be happy if I paid for lifetime buffs of abc skills and the player decided later on to change these to xyz skills. That would not be what I paid for.
#20
fs_phyrstormz
Posted 12 June 2009 - 12:58
i would never do it with someone who just got like level 250, and decided now they are selling lifetiem buffs, ect
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