__________On a different vein, but similar in part as it relates to 2nd hand packs ____________
Another reason NOT to buy 2nd hand packs (beta more so than alpha) is their actual value is about 50c, yet people try to sell them for 3x that...
Let me explain -
When you buy a beta booster for $2 from Steem Monsters, you aren't just paying for the cards inside, you are paying for:
- cards inside (50c)
- pay for the developers - they have risked a lot and worked very very hard to bring us the game, they deserve some pay (50c)
- Future development requirements (50c)
- SM tournament prizemoney (50c)
These numbers are of course approximate, but too many people are selfish and only think of themselves and not the bigger picture and greater community, comparing a $1.60 purchase of a 2nd hand beta booster as a 'bargain' when compared to the $2 SM price.
But none of the $1.60 is going to points 2, 3, and 4 above - all of it just goes to the 2nd hand seller. I've never understood why SM would allow such a thing from happening through their sites... it can't be policed off-site but why allow yourself to effectively get 'robbed' under your own nose.
Anyways, buy boosters from SM or peakmonsters and support the game, the developers, and the community. Buying from 2nd hand sellers allows them to profit easily from pack farming.
Peace all.