I've been around for about 8-9 months now in the hnm / tiula world. HNM / NM stealing is not old, no. But in general it is not acceptable nor is it allowed in any LS. There are, however, sometimes individuals that make the error of stealing when they first enter. Usually the LS will order for said person to hand the HNM or NM back.
Honor goes a long ways in this game. So treating each other with respect and courtesy will actually help you enjoy this game even more as time goes on. Stealing will harm your reputation a great deal. Would I do it? No. Its just an item in a videogame. They won the pull fair and square so they get the NM / HNM. They get the fun and enjoyment of killing it.
But how does honor benefit you? Well, treat others how you want to be treated. Ever heard of that saying? If you steal hnms then do expect others to steal from you. Additionally, if people actually learn to get along and respect each other more then there is less chaos and drama in the hnm world. Less drama makes for a more enjoyable gaming environment.
Items are not > all. Its just an item in a game. 20 mil? Its all a figment of your imagination. It doesn't exist. Its just in a game. You'll go much further in the game building bonds and relations with the people raound you over stacking up your inventory with rare/ex's and and gil.
Sit back. Relax. Have fun. And let the others around you have a bit of fun as well. It'll make for a better Ragnarok.
The only thing real in this game is: its people.
(This isn't just focused on Cremonte but on others whom have hurt others over items, gil, or personal gain.)
Edited, Mon Apr 4 04:15:42 2005 by Chibihibi