What do you mean "seemed legit".
I'm not sure you are aware of this info, but as a bonafide villain not only do I get a fake claim but I can submit as a fake claim ability if I do chose. Matter of fact, I might do that for demonstration purposes.
Point being just having a WU you can point to alone with a blue name doesn't mean jack shit. Worst is scum, if you can't see it, you're off your game.