Like it or not, D2 hacking is not going anywhere. We at Zelaron (at least myself), use various hacks, bots, etc... to try to keep up with the falling exchange rates of rare items.
There was a time you COULD play legit and get godly. That time has passed. Diablo II is a VERY cut-throat game.
If you choose not to use any hacks or whatever, there ARE various 'Purist' communities that act as their own little realm. If you search for D2 Clans, I'm sure you can locate one.
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