I’ve been playing this game for a few days and joined a guild that was actively recruiting new players. I made some gold by scrying and inadvertently deposited 25K into the guild bank instead of transferring it to my alternate character. The guild leader was offline for about a week, but when they finally logged in, they were upset about my mistake. They claimed that losing that 25K was a huge hit to their ability to make a 600K bid for a guild trader. I don’t fully understand what that means or how guild finances work. They returned my gold but kicked me out of the guild right after. Now I’m just curious – did my mistake really impact them that much, and how do the trader systems and cuts actually work?
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To answer your question, no, your mistake didn’t hurt them as much as they’re claiming. They might just be angry they couldn’t get what they wanted without an extra effort. New guild members should be treated with more understanding. Don’t let this bother you too much; there are plenty of other guilds out there that would appreciate your contributions without throwing a fit over a misunderstanding.
The guild gets a 3.5% cut from item sales, and while it’s not a ‘kick back,’ they rely on that and member donations to fund trader bids. In your case, if they’re upset about your 25K, it seems more about their poor handling of the situation than any real financial loss. Guilds should be supportive, not hostile, so don’t sweat it too much!
25K is honestly a drop in the ocean for more established players. The fact that they freaked out over you accidentally depositing it shows their immaturity. They likely need that gold for bidding but considering you weren’t informed of any dues or requirements, it’s unfair to hold it against you. If they were that needy, they should’ve communicated better. You can definitely find a more supportive community!
Just to clarify, a guild trader is a big deal, and it costs gold to secure one. However, your 25K mistake probably didn’t really affect anything significantly. It’s important for guilds to collect dues or donations, but they should communicate those expectations upfront. It’s not your fault they weren’t clear about their needs, and you’re likely better off in a guild that fosters a friendlier environment.
Honestly, it sounds like you dodged a bullet getting kicked out of that guild. Returning a mistake like that shouldn’t have created such a fuss. Guilds typically need a certain amount of gold to bid on traders, but 25K is not a huge deal, especially when they weren’t relying on you for it in the first place. You’re better off looking for a guild that isn’t so uptight about small errors. Just keep checking the guild finder for more chill options!
