Unintentional mishaps aren't usually taken as exploitation per se, but where views differ a clear line has to be drawn. Here's one such example: Lith of World of Warcraft U.S. realm Dunemaul claimed to have received two PvP reward items using all his points that could only afford one of either.

And although he did admit to the folly caused by the severe lag at the Arena Season 2 vendor venue, he only did so after thinking about how Blizzard's policies against exploitation could wreak havoc on his future World of Warcraft experience. In the end, however, he did bring the issue forward to much of Blizzard's joy and gratitude and that is probably what matters most.

After all, Blizzard is certain that many others have received free gear and haven't come out as bravely - or as truthfully - as Lith has. Big Blue is currently looking into the issues and warns people not to report anyone as the exploit was entirely unintentional - on both Blizzard's and the players' sides.

"Honesty is the best policy," Honest Abe's ol' adage goes. We guess in this case it was honesty after carefully considering policy. Given that it happened in an MMO game makes the revelation a wonder in itself. Given that it happened in a popular MMO makes it a bigger wonder altogether. Kudos to ya, Lith.