Because I'm a mean, nasty, old man. ;-)

Richard, you made a good point and as contrary as it may seem, I agree with you. I agree with the open free market system, for selling and bidding. Unless there is more than meets the eye, bid on whatever you want.

Now try to stay with the original concept, this has nothing to do with what you can post, who does what, or who you sell to.

The original idea was good. Don't get off into the "dark side". Bid on what you want, and don't accuse others of motivations which are only your conjecture.

If someone emailed me and asked me to not bid on an auction, I would think that it was unethical. I have seen others get angry when they were in a bidding war with someone they know.

Once again, unless there is something more than the simple point of bidding on an item, let the highest bidder win.

I also agree with the other message that points out, if it's up for auction and the price goes too high, wait for the next one to come along. Most of the limited edition strikes have ample supply of 500 or more, so everyone can get what they want, in time.