Core Viewpoint - The emergence of discounted high-speed train tickets on online platforms like Xianyu raises concerns about the legality and safety of such transactions, especially during peak travel seasons [1][4][18]. Group 1: Discounted Ticket Offers - Multiple sellers on Xianyu are offering high-speed train tickets at discounts ranging from 6.5% to 30%, with starting prices between 200 yuan and 1000 yuan [4][14]. - The most popular discounted ticket listings have attracted significant interest, with over 69,000 views and 11,000 potential buyers [4]. Group 2: Transaction Process - Sellers require buyers to provide their 12306 account information, including the need to cancel existing accounts for re-registration, which raises concerns about data security [11][14]. - Discounts are contingent on total purchase amounts, with a 30% discount for purchases over 1000 yuan and a 35% discount for purchases over 3000 yuan [14]. Group 3: Consumer Complaints and Risks - Reports of scams involving discounted tickets have surfaced, with consumers losing money due to fraudulent practices on platforms like Xianyu [17]. - A specific case involved a consumer who was misled into purchasing a game item as part of a ticket transaction, resulting in a loss of 730 yuan [17]. Group 4: Official Responses - The official ticketing platform, 12306, emphasizes that it is the only legitimate source for train tickets, warning consumers about the risks of purchasing from unofficial channels [18]. - Xianyu's customer service stated that they cannot verify the legitimacy of the discounted tickets sold by individual sellers, highlighting the inherent risks in virtual goods transactions [18]. Group 5: Legal Perspectives - Legal experts express skepticism about the motives behind such discount offers, suggesting they may not be legitimate market strategies [19]. - The legal risks for buyers depend on their knowledge of the seller's potential illegal activities, with uninformed buyers generally facing less legal risk [19].