When you play RuneScape trading is everything! Here are twelve smart RuneScape tips to give you a significant edge over other RuneScape players.

1. Never buy anything from a RuneScape shop (unless it's stackable) because it will be more expensive than trading with a RuneScape friend.

2. Don't get scammed! There's no worse feeling in the world than knowing you just lost a few million RuneScape gold to some stupid guy with a stupid idea.

3. When you play RuneScape, don't scam yourself! Just like in real life, always know about the RuneScape item you're buying or selling to get a fair deal.

4. There are a lot of honest people out there playing RuneScape but there are always a few people that will scam, cheat or lie for a few RuneScape coins.

5. Scammers often come up with creative ways to con you at RuneScape like pulling an item at the last minute hoping you'll click "Accept" fast or telling you they are Jagex staff to get your RuneScape password.

6. When you spot a RuneScape scammer, the best way to deal with him or her is to completely ignore them.

7. Don't feel obligated to do anything when playing RuneScape!

8. Many people like to try to "befriend" lots of higher-level RuneScape players. Of course, a lot of the advanced RuneScape players are genuinely nice people. However, beware of RuneScape players that cozy up to you, act really nice and do you a few small favors but then turn around and ask for something really big (like a RuneScape party hat) just because they did a couple of little things for you while playing the game.

9. Remember that all RuneScape trades are not equal. You might feel guilty about not giving people anything in return, which is perfectly normal. But if what another RuneScape player asks for is ridiculous, just tell them no. Period.

10. If they bully you or keep demanding an unfair RuneScape trade just remove them or block them.

11. When you play RuneScape, don't let anyone take advantage of you or manipulate you into doing something you don't want to do.

12. It is very important to know the value of the RuneScape items you are trading because you can scam yourself out of a lot of gold simply by not knowing what a RuneScape item is worth! This simple RuneScape rule may mean a little extra work on your part. But if you're committed to being a top RuneScape player, this one tip alone will save you lots of trouble.