NeoNeTiC
SniggWaffe
Pandemic Legion
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Posted - 2007.02.28 10:53:00 -
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Edited by: NeoNeTiC on 28/02/2007 10:50:00
First of all: I have not read every page of this thread because I'm certain it doesn't contain any new opinions/statements/flames I haven't read before.
Now to my actual post, which is more directed towards the OPs experience and does not deal with general RL out of character moral-questions or petition-stuff:
I'm writing this mostly from a InCharacter perspective:
One thing I personally like about EVE is its dark nature and lawlessnes. The EVE universe is not full of shiny heroes, boasting about their righteuous attitude, how they fight for honesty and the law and try to purge evil, though there are a few out there.
It's more of a sandbox which allows you to act good, bad, to turn sides whenever you like, while facing the reaction of other people or entities (such as corporations and alliances).
The impression that seemingly "secure" space is controlled by strict "lawful good" organisations, is wrong.
Take a look at the (background) story: It's full of seemingly reasonless agression, hatered, treachery, murder and backstabbing and a whole lot of war and bloodshed.
One may question the way one is introduced to this universe but older players know about it's abysmal psychological (roleplaying) depths. Whole corporations or alliances got robbed or backstabbed by people they trusted, be it their leaders or ordinary members.
Showing off your capabilites on weaker subjects is definitely possible - and reasonal. You gain something (be it a ego-boost or a monetary value) without losing anything - except your reputation.
Not everybody is bad of course.
Having the will and intention to get in touch with trustworthy people (be it through a corporation you're member of or just "regular" trading/mining/missionrunning partners) does definitely pay off. There are a few people I put so much trust in that I'd give them everything I've got without worrying to permanently lose it - though it took ages to earn and prove what I "feel".
I'm in a corporation which gives me the feeling of being surrounded by personalites who think a bit alike and share a vision of "having fun" amongst other goals.
I'm sure you're asking by now how this all is supposed to help you.
Well, life is easier when you don't worry too much. I know you've lost a ship, the modules fitted on it and possibly a large amount of your overall possesions. You've got a reason to question it.
But you've learned an important lesson: EVE is rough. There are a lot of scoundrels out there (Including myself by the way. I'm a pirate and wouldn't hesitate to shoot you once the opportunity arises but it's nothing personal. It's business. And business is good. And fun.) but the further your advance on your way towards your goals the more you'll see that it was worth it. No risk, no fun - especially in EVE. 
More concrete advice:
Try to get away from "hubs". Look for another nice system and carefully find out who you can rely on and who not while learning and earning some ISK to get closer to your goals.
Try joining a corporation with players who fit your style/attitude. Try to be one of those who are upholding the law and can be trusted - or became a scoundrel yourself. Whatever you do, have fun with it and prepare to face the consequences.
If you find yourself in trouble somewhere, try to call for help - if you're not in player-corporation use local. Keep in mind that some people not in your corporation might try to screw you again - so use it wisely ;)
The next time you scoop up any player-owned cans be ready to warp out or dock instantly after doing so - unless you know the person offering you to take it and trust him.
People in player-corporations are more likely to keep word than people in NPC-corps - of course only if they're the "good guys".
I hope you'll enjoy your further adventures.
Regards,
NeoNeTiC
SWIGG-Roleplaying-Psychologist 
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