Lawsuit: Adjourned Krisztie v. zko0 [2025] FCR 13

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IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
CIVIL ACTION


Krisztie (Represented by Freeze_Line)
Plaintiff

v.

zko0
Defendant


COMPLAINT
The Plaintiff complains against the Defendant as follows:

On February 6th at 11:41, the defendant, zko0, posted a listing on the marketplace claiming to sell “Tier 1 Supporter” ranks in exchange for money, as seen in P-001. The defendant was also willing to sell multiple ranks for the right price, as also seen in P-001. The plaintiff later contacted the defendant about purchasing a Tier 1 Rank, and they both agreed on the sum of $47,000, as seen in P-002. They entered into an agreement, which the defendant subsequently failed to uphold.

The plaintiff transferred $47,000 for the Tier 1 Rank, which both parties agreed to, as seen in P-003. After receiving the money, the defendant outrageously told the plaintiff, "Thanks for the free money," as seen in P-004. The defendant then emphasized this by mocking the plaintiff, asking how it felt to lose $47,000 (P-005), telling the plaintiff to "have fun being 50k poorer" (P-006), and making the situation even more traumatic and humiliating by stating that the plaintiff was scammed with ease and now had to “rebuild hours of work from just one interaction”. The defendant then thanked the plaintiff for the "scamming experience" and called them a peasant, as seen in P-007.

This case is not just about stolen money, it’s about the severe emotional and psychological damage the defendant inflicted on the plaintiff. The soul-crushing insults, the sheer audacity to degrade an equal citizen, and the malicious intent behind these actions are absolutely immoral. The defendant didn’t do this just for the money; they did it for the "experience," the feeling of power that comes from exploiting someone’s hard work and dedication. No amount of money can fully mend the damages caused by the defendant, and they must face justice for their cruel and immoral actions.

Furthermore, the defendant's marketplace listing attracted other potential buyers, putting them at risk of experiencing the same fraud and humiliation. The defendant acted with clear malice, with the sole intent of stealing money and emotionally tormenting their victim. We cannot allow such harmful behavior to continue. The defendant’s malicious intent, willful deception, and immoral humiliation of the plaintiff make it imperative that they face the full extent of justice to deter similar behavior in the future. The plaintiff deserves to be fully compensated for the extensive financial and emotional harm inflicted by the defendant.


I. PARTIES
1. Krizstie
2. ZK


II. FACTS
1. The defendant created a marketplace listing offering to sell Tier 1 Ranks in exchange for money.
2. The defendant maliciously scammed the plaintiff out of $47,000.
3. The defendant then proceeded to humiliate the plaintiff and cause severe emotional distress.


III. CLAIMS FOR RELIEF
1. Both the defendant and the plaintiff entered into an agreement in which the defendant would sell a Tier 1 Rank in exchange for $47,000. However, the defendant failed to uphold the agreement and kept the money without providing the rank. According to Section 7 of the Contracts Act, “A breach of contract occurs when a party fails to fulfil its contractual obligations.”

In this agreement, the following elements of a valid contract were present:

Offer: The defendant offered the Tier 1 Rank for $47,000.
Acceptance: Both parties agreed to the terms.
Consideration: The plaintiff paid $47,000.
Intent: Both parties intended to create a binding agreement.
Capacity: Both parties had the legal capacity to contract.

2. Punitive Damages are defined as “damages awarded against a person to punish them for their outrageous conduct and to deter them and others like them from similar conduct in the future, as a counter claim if a party believes the case to be frivolous and outrageous, or as authorized by law. These damages are distinct from 4 - Compensatory Damage as there does not need to be any actual loss to be compensated. A penalty clause in a contract would fall under this definition as well.”

Your Honor, the defendant’s actions were intentional and malicious. They acted outrageously and should be punished with punitive damages to hold them accountable and deter similar conduct in the future.

3. Emotional Damages are defined as “Situations in which a person suffers psychological harm due to an entity's negligent or intentional actions. Emotional damages may be proven by witness testimony, reasonable person tests, or any other mechanism the presiding Judge considers persuasive.”

Your Honor, how would you feel if someone scammed you out of $47,000 of your hard-earned money, which you worked hours for, and then proceeded to humiliate you and cause you emotional trauma after already being scammed?

4. Humiliation is defined as “Situations in which a person has been disgraced, belittled or made to look foolish. Humiliation damages may be proven by witness testimony and reasonable person tests, or any other mechanism the presiding Judge considers persuasive.”

The defendant scammed the plaintiff and then proceeded to laugh and emphasize how the plaintiff was so easily scammed, making the plaintiff look foolish. The defendant also literally claimed to be taunting the plaintiff.

5. The Loss of Enjoyment is defined as “situations in which an injured party loses their ability to engage in certain activities in the way that the injured party did before the harm. Loss of enjoyment in Redmont damages may be proven by witness testimony and reasonable person tests, or any other mechanism the presiding Judge considers persuasive.”

Your Honor, the plaintiff will no longer be able to engage with or view marketplace listings and offers for store ranks the same way they did before the harm the defendant brought upon them.

6. Legal Fees are defined as “most commonly used to describe the fees paid to the attorney for his/her time and effort.” and they are “capped at $5,000 or 30% of the overall case’s value whichever is higher.”


IV. PRAYER FOR RELIEF
The Plaintiff seeks the following from the Defendant:
Punitive Damages - The plaintiff seeks $100,000 for the defendant’s outrageous actions and the malice with which the defendant carried out their malicious conduct. This is necessary to punish the defendant for their behavior and to deter them and others from engaging in similar conduct in the future.

Emotional Damages - The plaintiff seeks $100,000 for the severe emotional distress caused by the defendant’s actions. These damages are irreparable, and anyone in the plaintiff’s position would feel just as terrible. Therefore, the plaintiff seeks reasonable compensation.

Humiliation - The plaintiff seeks $50,000 for the severe humiliation caused by the defendant’s actions. The defendant compounded this by emphasizing how easy it was to scam the plaintiff, making them appear foolish in the process.

Loss of Enjoyment - The plaintiff seeks $50,000 for the loss of enjoyment caused by the defendant’s actions. The plaintiff will no longer be able to engage with marketplace listings or treat store item sellers the same way they did before the harm caused by the defendant.

Breach of Contract - The plaintiff seeks the return of $47,000 due to the defendant’s breach of contract, as the defendant failed to fulfill the terms of the agreement made with the plaintiff.

Legal Fees - The plaintiff seeks 30% of the case value to compensate for the legal fees incurred in handling this case.

As per Section 7 2(b) of the Legal Damages Act “Consequential damages shall have no cap if argued in conjunction with 5 - Punitive damages in cases involving “outrageous” conduct caused by the offending party.”


V: EVIDENCE

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By making this submission, I agree I understand the penalties of lying in court and the fact that I am subject to perjury should I knowingly make a false statement in court.

DATED: This 7 day of February 2025

 
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Writ of Summons


@zko0 is required to appear before the Federal Court of the Commonwealth of Redmont in the case of Krisztie v. zko0 [2025] FCR 13.

Failure to appear within 72 hours of this summons will result in a default judgement based on the known facts of the case.

Both parties should make themselves aware of the Court Rules and Procedures, including the option of an in-game trial should both parties request one.

 
zko0 said:
When is the Trial Meant to be? I want to laugh
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As you seem to be unaware of court procedure, I will be requiring you to retain a lawyer to represent you.

You have 48 hours to get a lawyer to appear on your behalf. Alternatively, you may request a Public Defender.
 
Your honor,

I have been assigned to this case as the public defender.
I would like to request 48 hours to produce an answer to the complaint, and so I may confer with the defendant.

Thank you.

Attached is proof of representation.
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asexualdinosaur said:
Your honor,

I have been assigned to this case as the public defender.
I would like to request 48 hours to produce an answer to the complaint, and so I may confer with the defendant.

Thank you.

Attached is proof of representation.
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You have 48 hours to provide an Answer to Complaint.
 

Answer to Complaint


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT

Krisztie
Plaintiff

v.

zko0
Defendant

I. ANSWER TO COMPLAINT

  1. The defence AFFIRMS this fact.
  2. The defence AFFIRMS this fact, but DENIES the scamming was malicious.
  3. The defence AFFIRMS this fact, but NEITHER CONFIRM NOR DENIES the severity of any emotional distress.

II. DEFENCES
  1. The plaintiff claims that the contract is a legally binding one, they have not shown that the defendant had capacity to form a contract.
  2. The defendant's low-playtime indicates that they may not have fully understood the depth of the agreement they were making, potentially putting themselves in harm’s way.
  3. The defendant was not aware they had formed a binding contract by listing a bid in the marketplace.
  4. The DoC should be restricting the creation of, and bidding of players under the Active Playtime set forth, and the defendant should not be held liable for this oversight by the department.
  5. The plaintiff should be verifying the capacity of players they plan to engage into contracts with, this oversight by the plaintiff should not affect the defendant.
  6. The plaintiff admits to bypassing DoC auction rules to engage in a ‘buyout’, engaging in an unsupported transaction to bypass the fair trade marketplace rules that are set in place.
  7. The defendant was informed by a seasoned player that the ‘best way to make money’ was by ‘scamming people’ leading to a fair assumption that it may not have been an illegal action to partake in, even if immoral.

By making this submission, I agree I understand the penalties of lying in court and the fact that I am subject to perjury should I knowingly make a false statement in court.

DATED: This 15th day of February 2025

 

Objection


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
OBJECTION - PERJURY

asexualdinosaur said:
The plaintiff admits to bypassing DoC auction rules to engage in a ‘buyout’, engaging in an unsupported transaction to bypass the fair trade marketplace rules that are set in place.
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Your Honor, this statement is completely false.

Firstly, the plaintiff never admitted to "bypassing DoC auction rules to engage in a buyout." The defendant was advertising the sale of a Tier 1 Supporter rank in global chat on February 6th at 02:10 CET. The plaintiff then reached out to inquire about the price, as shown in Proof 1. The auction was created at 11:41 CET (9 hours and 31 minutes after the advertisement), where the defendant explicitly stated that they were "willing to sell multiple for the right price," as evidenced in Proof 2.

Secondly, we can later see that the defendant reached out to the plaintiff and asked how much they would be willing to pay for the Tier 1 Rank, as shown in P-002. Let me clarify that at that time, the plaintiff was not leading the "auction". Additionally, let me remind the court that the defendant stated they were willing to sell multiple Tier 1 Ranks for the right price. The defendant then offered to sell the Tier 1 Rank to the plaintiff for $47,000 and stated they would provide the rank immediately upon payment.

The plaintiff was not attempting to "buy out" the marketplace listing but was simply accepting the defendant’s offer for one Tier 1 Rank, as the defendant had expressed willingness to sell multiple.

The defendant's council failed to do their research and made a false statement, thereby committing perjury.

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Freeze_Line said:

Objection


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
OBJECTION - PERJURY


Your Honor, this statement is completely false.

Firstly, the plaintiff never admitted to "bypassing DoC auction rules to engage in a buyout." The defendant was advertising the sale of a Tier 1 Supporter rank in global chat on February 6th at 02:10 CET. The plaintiff then reached out to inquire about the price, as shown in Proof 1. The auction was created at 11:41 CET (9 hours and 31 minutes after the advertisement), where the defendant explicitly stated that they were "willing to sell multiple for the right price," as evidenced in Proof 2.

Secondly, we can later see that the defendant reached out to the plaintiff and asked how much they would be willing to pay for the Tier 1 Rank, as shown in P-002. Let me clarify that at that time, the plaintiff was not leading the "auction". Additionally, let me remind the court that the defendant stated they were willing to sell multiple Tier 1 Ranks for the right price. The defendant then offered to sell the Tier 1 Rank to the plaintiff for $47,000 and stated they would provide the rank immediately upon payment.

The plaintiff was not attempting to "buy out" the marketplace listing but was simply accepting the defendant’s offer for one Tier 1 Rank, as the defendant had expressed willingness to sell multiple.

The defendant's council failed to do their research and made a false statement, thereby committing perjury.

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 Overruled, the Defense would have no way of knowing what time the in-game messages were sent at.
 
Your Honor, may we proceed with discovery?
 
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The defense submits the following:

Noting that these timestamps are Central Standard Time (CST)

The defense also wishes to call Zko0 as a witness.

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The plaintiff wishes to call krisztie as a witness
 
I apologize for the delay. I've been sick IRL.
 
Discovery is well beyond over. The Plaintiff has 72 hours to file an Opening Statement.
 

Opening Statement


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
OPENING STATEMENT

Good afternoon, Your Honor, and opposing counsel.

We’re here today because of the defendant’s deliberate and malicious actions against the plaintiff. But this case is about more than just losing money. It’s about deception, humiliation, and the betrayal of trust. The defendant didn’t just take the plaintiff’s money, they intentionally tricked and mocked them for their own amusement, leaving the plaintiff not only financially drained but also emotionally crushed.

On February 6th, the defendant offered a valid agreement, offering to sell the plaintiff a Tier 1 Rank for $47,000. Both parties agreed to the terms, and the plaintiff, acting in good faith, proceeded with the transaction. However, once the money was transferred, the defendant had no intention of honoring their end of the deal. Instead of delivering what was promised, they immediately turned around and ridiculed the plaintiff, openly bragging about how easily they had taken the money and reveling in the humiliation they caused. This wasn’t a misunderstanding, it was calculated fraud and cruelty.

The plaintiff worked hard for their money, only to have it stolen in a matter of minutes by someone who had zero regard for honesty or fairness. The defendant’s actions weren’t just illegal, they were outright disgraceful. This case isn’t just about proving someone did something wrong. It’s about making sure people like the defendant can’t get away with scamming and humiliating others. If we let this slide, we’re basically saying that fraud and deception are okay. They’re not.

But this isn’t just about one scam. The defendant’s behavior shows a clear pattern, a willingness to lie, manipulate, and exploit others for their own gain. They had two clear goals: scam the plaintiff and humiliate them. The evidence we have presented makes their intent crystal clear. This wasn’t a one time thing. If they aren’t held accountable now, they’ll do it again, and next time, someone else will be the victim.

The harm done to the plaintiff goes beyond just losing money. The emotional damage of this scam is something they can’t just shake off. The defendant didn’t just take their money; they shattered their trust and sense of security. We live where fairness and honesty should matter. People should be able to make deals without constantly fearing they’ll be scammed. However, the defendant undermined that basic trust. If we don’t put a stop to this, scammers will keep taking advantage of good, hardworking people.

And let’s not forget, the defendant had all the power here. They controlled the entire deal from start to finish. They were the ones who made the offer, set the terms, took the money first, and then walked away with it. There was no collateral, no safety net for the plaintiff, just an agreement that the defendant immediately broke for their own benefit. The plaintiff, someone who played fair and worked hard, is now left with nothing while the defendant laughs at their expense. That’s not just wrong, it’s disgusting.

Justice needs to be served. If we let the defendant walk away without consequences, we’re sending a dangerous message, that fraud, manipulation, and scamming are just part of the game. But they’re not. We need to set the right precedent, not just for the plaintiff, but for everyone who believes in fairness, honesty, and accountability. The defendant needs to answer for what they’ve done so that no one else has to go through the same thing.

Thank you.

 
The Defense has 72 hours to provide their Opening Statement
 
The Defense has not provided an Opening Statement.

I hereby charge the Public Defender Program with Contempt of Court. I order a $2500 fine.

I will still allow an Opening Statement to be filed within the next 24 hours.
 
Good Afternoon, Your Honor,

I have been reassigned to this case within the Public Defender program. I would like to request a small extension while I process the information in this case.

I seek a small 24-hour extension so I can work to provide a proper defense for the defendant.
 
Your Honor, we’re already past your second deadline. My client has a right to a speedy trial, so the plaintiff requests that we continue. The public defender’s office has already had plenty of time to reassign their attorney, and the plaintiff should not have their rights violated because the public defender’s office cannot do its job properly.
 
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Freeze_Line said:
Your Honor, we’re already past your second deadline. My client has a right to a speedy trial, so the plaintiff requests that we continue. The public defender’s office has already had plenty of time to reassign their attorney, and the plaintiff should not have their rights violated because the public defender’s office cannot do its job properly.
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Objection


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
OBJECTION - BREACH OF PROCEDURE

Your Honor,

The Plaintiff council has spoken out of turn and was not given this direction by the court. We requested the bench. We request that the court strike this out-of-turn comment and sanction the plaintiff’s council for doing so. The plaintiff’s counsel is a tenured member of the legal community and should know when to speak and when not to speak.

 

Opening Statement


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
OPENING STATEMENT

Good Evening, Your Honor,

Throughout this case, you will hear a case that the plaintiff has painted as an egregious act of fraud and humiliation, but the reality is far more complex. The plaintiff would have you believe that my client, zko0, engaged in a deliberate act of deceit, maliciously robbing the plaintiff of their money while reveling in their distress. However, upon closer examination of the facts and evidence, it becomes clear that this case is not one of fraud but rather a misunderstanding of the circumstances surrounding the transaction before the court.

The plaintiff claims that my client agreed with no intention of upholding it. However, where is the proof of intent? The foundation of a fraud claim requires more than just a failed transaction—it requires clear and convincing evidence that my client deliberately set out to deceive and harm the plaintiff. The plaintiff’s argument hinges on chat messages taken out of context and assumptions about my client’s mindset rather than tangible proof of a legally binding contract with enforceable terms. These messages jump between Discord and in-game messages and a sanctioned DOC auction to a private transaction over in-game messages.

Moreover, the plaintiff fails to acknowledge the inherent risks of private, peer-to-peer transactions. The plaintiff engaged in this deal willingly, without any formal safeguards or contractual protections. If this was a legitimate business arrangement, why was no formalized contract outlining specific terms, conditions, and delivery assurances? We also ask why the plaintiff engaged in a high-stakes interaction with an individual with such low playtime. ThePlaintifff took a risk, and while we sympathize with their disappointment, it does not amount to fraud, it amounts to incompetence on the plaintiffs part.

Additionally, the plaintiff seeks to portray my client as a serial scammer, yet the evidence demonstrates no pattern of conduct. One alleged incident does not equate to a history of deceit. The plaintiff has failed to present evidence that my client has engaged in repeated or systematic fraud. Without such a pattern, their argument is based on conjecture and exaggerated claims, not legal merit.

At the heart of this case, we must consider accountability. The plaintiff entered an informal, high-risk transaction and now wishes to shift the responsibility for their decisions onto my client. While we understand their frustration, the law does not exist to compensate for regret. To rule in favor of the plaintiff would set a dangerous precedent that allows individuals to ignore personal responsibility in voluntary dealings.

My client is not a criminal, and the law must be applied fairly. Thank you.

 
Nacho said:

Objection


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
OBJECTION - BREACH OF PROCEDURE

Your Honor,

The Plaintiff council has spoken out of turn and was not given this direction by the court. We requested the bench. We request that the court strike this out-of-turn comment and sanction the plaintiff’s council for doing so. The plaintiff’s counsel is a tenured member of the legal community and should know when to speak and when not to speak.

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Sustained, @Freeze_Line please use Motions or Objections for such matters.
 
Nacho said:
Good Afternoon, Your Honor,

I have been reassigned to this case within the Public Defender program. I would like to request a small extension while I process the information in this case.

I seek a small 24-hour extension so I can work to provide a proper defense for the defendant.
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I'm not happy with the delay, but given the change in counsel it would be uncouth to disallow it.
 
I will issue summons for witnesses shortly.
 
IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
WITNESS SUMMONS

@zko0 and @Krisztie are required to appear before the Federal Court of the Commonwealth of Redmont as witnesses. Failure to announce your presence within 48 hours will result in a Contempt of Court charge.

Once both witnesses announce their presence, the Plaintiff will have 24 hours to present any questions they have for Krisztie.

All questions should be provided in a single post, unless absolutely necessary to separate them as follow-up questions. Inform me when the first questions are posted if there will be follow-up questions.
 
Since Dartanboy resigned, may we get another judge to continue this case? My client has the right to a speedy trial.
 
Can we get a judge here asap? My client still has a right to a speedy trial.
 
Greetings. I will be taking over as presiding officer, pending the appointment of a new Federal Court Judge to replace Frmr. Judge Dartanboy.


Dartanboy said:
IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
WITNESS SUMMONS

@zko0 and @Krisztie are required to appear before the Federal Court of the Commonwealth of Redmont as witnesses. Failure to announce your presence within 48 hours will result in a Contempt of Court charge.

Once both witnesses announce their presence, the Plaintiff will have 24 hours to present any questions they have for Krisztie.

All questions should be provided in a single post, unless absolutely necessary to separate them as follow-up questions. Inform me when the first questions are posted if there will be follow-up questions.
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In accordance with the summons issued ~10 days ago, @zko0 is held in Contempt of Court for failing to respond to Court Summons.

The Plaintiff now has 24 hours to post any questions they have for the witnesses present. Please follow the rules and guidelines previously established by Frmr. Judge Dartanboy and the Court Rules and Procedures.
 
Questions for @Krisztie:
  1. How did the messages sent by the defendant affect you? How did they make you feel?

  2. Did you receive an apology from the defendant?

  3. Can you describe how you felt after this event? Did you suffer any psychological harm?

  4. Has this event caused you any stress, anxiety, or humiliation?

  5. Will you feel just as confident as you did before when agreeing to purchase store items from others?
 
The Witness has 48 hours to answer the above questions.
 
Sorry for the delay, your Honor! Just noticed this lawsuit got updated! Sorry for the language/grammar as well in advance it's not my native language.

  1. How did the messages sent by the defendant affect you? How did they make you feel?

    Annoyance, annoyance and even more annoyance! Firstly I got kinda shocked, very very upset, and incredibly annoyed when I noticed that I got tricked (especially that it wasn't for only a small amount of money but for a somewhat bigger one! - or at least it was for me...), and the defendant's cheeky way of communicating about all of his dirty fraud just even more boosted it then.

  2. Did you receive an apology from the defendant?

    No! Never! What did I get in return instead of that? Even more bullies, humiliation and lots of stress! The defendant then still stated a few times what an easy prey I was, and how easily he could trick me. He was very clearly bragging about this bad situation he caused me and was very very proud of himself and satisfied. (and not only just to me but then to others as well in pms, forum and discord!)

  3. Can you describe how you felt after this event? Did you suffer any psychological harm?

    What psychological harm you mean there, if may I ask for some clarification? I felt very upset after this for quite a long time and just wanted to take revenge on this guy to ensure he won't come back to the server anymore to cause even more damage to even more people. That's the kind of state of mind I got into after this event, and I know it's not one of the nicest things to do or wish for but that's how this impacted on me. I'm not even that proud of that, if I can say so...

  4. Has this event caused you any stress, anxiety, or humiliation?

    Yes! Later I saw it being discussed at #legal channel as well. And it made me insanely sad how the parties who were participated in the chat behaved so nonchalant and unconcerned about that someone lost their hardly spared money, and they still said such things that doing frauds is okay, but they just don't get it why someone have to behave this toxic... Seriously, as if commiting crimes would be just all accepted on this server, a very common issue and pretty normal! If I would want to play like this I could just go to any anarchy server if that would be the case... I could also witness there (too) comments in which the defendant stated (and kinda bragged about) that he will rather annihilate all the goods he bought on the dirty money he lured out from the victims rather than to let anyone to confiscate them and let the victims to get back their money. Yes, this all really made me very very upset, very disappointed in the community and caused me much stress and anxiety!

  5. Will you feel just as confident as you did before when agreeing to purchase store items from others?

    Obviously Not.... I decided to just get my votepoints up and get the Tier I from voteshop. That will be the safest way and is enough too. I surely won't try to buy even more Tiers from any players anymore, because it's just way too much pain and doesn't worth the inconvenience at all... I never intended to take part in any kind of lawsuits before, and I'm not even planning to do so in the future either if it's possible...

    Thanks for hearing me out!


Edit to 4. Has this event caused you any stress, anxiety, or humiliation?

I also had to witness the whole process as the defendant quickly tried to spend all of the money he freshly gained out of me after that I revelead him in global chat. I had to witness how he tried to get rid of all of the money just to make sure I won't be able to get anything back from him anymore. Even if it meant to donate the rest of the money he couldn't spend. It was also very stressful to witness this whole process about how my money disappears just in front of my eyes.
 
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The plaintiff has 24 hours to pose any follow up questions.
 
No further questions.
 
In that case the Defense has 24 hours to post any cross-examination.
 
Since the defense had failed to pose any cross examination, witnesses are hereby dismissed. Thank you for your time.

The Plaintiff shall now have 48 hours to post their closing statement
 

Closing Statement


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
CLOSING STATEMENT

Good afternoon, Your Honor, and opposing counsel.

Throughout this case, we have presented claims and supporting evidence that clearly demonstrate the defendant's intent, actions, and their impact. The evidence shows not only that the defendant deliberately scammed the plaintiff, but also that they acted with sheer malice, humiliating the plaintiff after deceiving them. This is not just wrong; it is disgusting.

We have established that the defendant was selling Tier 1 ranks for money, actively advertising them, and personally reaching out to the plaintiff. Both parties intended to engage in a transaction. If the defendant had honored their end of the agreement, this case would not exist. However, they did not. The defense attempts to portray the defendant as a law-abiding citizen, but that is far from the truth. The defendant has admitted to scamming the plaintiff and went further by humiliating them both on Discord and in-game, mocking them publicly. They even admitted to scamming approximately $275,000 on the server and expressed intent to defraud others. This establishes a clear pattern of deceit and intent. Such behavior cannot continue unpunished. The defendant must be held accountable for their actions, and the plaintiff must be rightfully compensated for the harm they have endured.

The defendant's cruelty, disregard for ethical conduct, and blatant admissions reveal their true intentions. We must impose consequences not only to punish this defendant but also to deter others from engaging in similar misconduct. Punitive damages are essential in this case.

Furthermore, we have demonstrated the plaintiff’s suffering as a direct result of the defendant’s actions. The plaintiff has experienced significant emotional distress, warranting Emotional Damages. Additionally, the defendant openly humiliated the plaintiff in public channels and in-game, making Humiliation Damages essential. The plaintiff will never engage in player-to-player transactions with the same confidence as before. They now avoid certain trades entirely and refuse to purchase ranks from other players. The defendant has left a lasting impact, justifying an award for Loss of Enjoyment Damages.

Additionally, the defendant’s actions constitute a clear breach of contract. Both parties had an interest in the agreement, yet the defendant willfully violated it. Therefore, the scammed $47,000 must be returned to the plaintiff.

Finally, this case is not just about what the plaintiff has endured, it is about the long-term effects of the defendant’s conduct. The plaintiff did not want to go to court, but the defendant left them no choice. The plaintiff has been forced into this lengthy and inconvenient legal process due to the defendant’s actions. The evidence is undeniable: the intent, the scam, the humiliation, everything is crystal clear. Justice must be served. If this court rules in favor of the defendant, it will send a dangerous message that scamming someone out of their hard-earned money, spending or giving away it in front of them, laughing at their misfortune, and publicly humiliating them carries no consequences. We cannot allow that.

We must make it clear that scamming and humiliating is unacceptable. People should feel secure when engaging in transactions, not fearful of being deceived. This ruling should serve as a lesson to the defendant and a message to all citizens of Redmont that justice prevails.

For these reasons, the plaintiff respectfully urges the court to rule in their favor and grant all requested damages.

Thank you.

 
The Defense now has 48 hours to post their closing statement.
 

Motion


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGEMENT

Your Honor, the defense had ample time to submit a closing statement or request an extension, yet they failed to do either. The plaintiff has already lost significant time waiting and still retains the right to a speedy trial.

Therefore, the plaintiff respectfully urges the court to proceed to a verdict.

Thank you.

 
Freeze_Line said:

Motion


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGEMENT

Your Honor, the defense had ample time to submit a closing statement or request an extension, yet they failed to do either. The plaintiff has already lost significant time waiting and still retains the right to a speedy trial.

Therefore, the plaintiff respectfully urges the court to proceed to a verdict.

Thank you.

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The motion for summary judgement is denied, as there are disputed facts.

However, the Defence has missed the deadline for their closing statement and has offered no explanation. The court will hereby enter recess pending verdict.

Also, greetings. I will be taking over as presiding officer for this case.
 
Krisztie said:
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Hello! Please do not speak out of turn. This is your warning. Any further unsolicited comments will have you held in contempt of court.
 

Verdict


IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
VERDICT
Krisztie v. zko0 [2025] FCR 13

I. PLAINTIFF'S POSITION
1. The Defendant sold a Tier 1 Supporter rank to the Plaintiff for $47,000. The transaction fulfilled the five essential components of a contract.
2. The Defendant did not fulfill their end of the contract. They received payment from the Plaintiff and did not purchase the Tier 1 Supporter rank in return.
3. The Defendant mocked the Plaintiff and bragged about scamming them.
4. The Defendant’s actions were cruel and immoral.
5. The Defendant has shown a pattern of scamming people.
6. The Plaintiff’s trust and sense of security were harmed as a direct result of the Defendant’s actions.
7. The Defendant must face consequences to discourage this type of behaviour in the future.

II. DEFENDANT'S POSITION
1. The Defendant did not have capacity to form a contract.
2. The Plaintiff circumvented DoC auction rules to buyout the Tier 1 Supporter rank, bypassing fair trade marketplace rules.
3. The Defendant was informed by a seasoned player that scamming others was the best way to make money, and therefore assumed their actions were legal.
4. There is no proof of intent on the Defendant’s part to carry out a scam. Chat messages were taken out of context and there is no tangible proof of a legally binding contract.
5. This was not a scam, but instead a failed transaction.
6. The Plaintiff willingly took a risk by making an informal deal with a player with low playtime. Ruling against the Defendant sets precedent that would allow individuals to ignore personal responsibility in voluntary dealings.
7. No pattern of misconduct has been shown.

III. THE COURT OPINION
1. The Defendant breached a legally binding contract.
2. The Defendant’s actions were outrageous and caused a loss of enjoyment for the Plaintiff, but the Plaintiff has failed to prove humiliation.

Was a contract formed? Yes.
I do believe all five elements of a valid contract were present. Only capacity is in question here, and no evidence of the Defendant’s low playtime has been brought to the court, and nothing else has made me question the Defendant’s capacity. There is no legal requirement for a contract to be formalized with specific terms, conditions, and assurances.
P-001 shows zko0’s intent to sell a tier 1 supporter rank, and P-002 shows the contract formed between the parties. This agreement does breach DOC auction rules, but this case is not regarding DOC auction rules. A contract that breaks a rule is still a contract.

Was the contract breached? Yes.
Krisztie’s fulfillment of the contract is shown in P-003, where she sends the agreed upon $47,000 to Zko0. Zko0’s lack of delivery of the agreed upon supporter rank is clear from the conversation shown in P-004 to P-007.
Ignorance of the law is not a defence. RaiTheGuy07 may have told zko0 that scamming people was the best way to make money, but this does not absolve zko0 of responsibility.

Did the Defendant intend to scam the Plaintiff? Yes.
The Defendant’s seemingly immediate mockery and taunting of the Plaintiff for being easy to scam (P-007), for losing nearly 50k (P-006), and their later messages in the Discord regarding the scam (P-008 to P-019) all demonstrate full knowledge of their actions being considered a scam and clearly show a deliberate intent to deceive and harm the Plaintiff. While the Discord messages are certainly taken out of context, the sheer mass of them and the more in-context in-game messages seen in P-004 to P-007 make it incredibly probable that these messages are regarding scamming the Plaintiff.

Were the Defendant’s actions outrageous? Yes.
zko0 entered into a legally binding contract with zero intention of following through, taunted Krisztie for being easy to scam, and openly bragged in Discord about their actions. This behaviour is quite outrageous, and I do believe there should be a deterrent against others taking this same action in the future. I cannot confidently confirm the Defendant having a pattern of scamming people, though, and will not be including it when deciding the award for punitive damages. I also do not find the argument that the onus is on the Plaintiff to not enter risky contracts to be all that compelling. While personal responsibility is important, zko0 is ultimately at fault for knowingly taking payment for goods they would never provide.

However, on the prayers for relief from the Plaintiff: $100,000 is a massive sum.
In AnimeInc & KattoC324 v. The Commonwealth of Redmont [2025] SCR 5, the Plaintiff was awarded $200,000 in punitive damages for an arguably much more outrageous action, for harm that lasted nearly two months. In lcn v. Blazora Corporation [2025] FCR 18, the Plaintiff was awarded $10,000 for each instance of fraud, totalling $50,000.
The $100,000 figure seems arbitrary, and I cannot find any legal reasoning or precedent to award such an extravagant amount of punitive damages in this case. I hereby reduce this prayer to $10,000.

Was the Plaintiff humiliated? No.
Krisztie’s testimony and the evidence presented of the conversation between Krisztie and zko0 are not sufficient to justify humiliation damages. The insults thrown at Krisztie were done in private, and Krisztie was never mentioned directly in the public comments regarding zko0’s scams.
The Federal Court has held (xLayzur & Krix v. Politico [2023] FCR 62) that being “made to look foolish” means “you must have been made to appear unable to act or think as a reasonable person”. The private nature of the taunting and insults made by the Defendant, while helpful in proving intent and showing the outrageousness of their behaviour, did not make Krisztie appear unable to act or think as a reasonable person. They may have felt that way, but I cannot find any evidence in this case that shows anyone else even knew about Krisztie specifically being scammed.

Has the Plaintiff lost enjoyment? Yes.
With both the witness testimony and a reasonable person test, I am confident in awarding damages for loss of enjoyment. Losing nearly $50,000 and going through the struggle of a lawsuit would reasonably diminish one’s ability to engage in the community, specifically the purchase of goods from other players through the marketplace.
However, yet again, the figure requested is far beyond reasonable and completely unjustified by the Plaintiff. Following the damages granted in RylandW v. The Commonwealth of Redmont [2025] SCR 4, I hereby reduce this prayer to $10,000.

As of March 12, 2025, emotional damages are no longer defined in the Legal Damages Act, and I therefore will not be awarding the requested $100,000.

IV. DECISION
The Federal Court rules in favour of the Plaintiff, with a modified prayer for relief.

1. $47,000 in compensatory damages for the breach of contract.
2. $10,000 in punitive damages.
3. $10,000 in consequential damages for loss of enjoyment.
4. $20,100 in legal fees, 30% of the value of the case, to be paid out to Freeze_Line.

The Federal Court thanks all involved.

 
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