Am I missing something?

[Oli]

I read the guides on sites for PvP characters. I follow to the best of my knowledge and still, I am getting demolished by characters 30 to 60 levels lower than me.

Could this be to better gear, charms, some godly cheat that is un recognized?

[DjSlayer]

Some of it all I suppose.

- D.J.

[kabal]

Most probable reason is that you're no good at PvP if you can't put up a fight against characters 60 levels lower than you. Keep practicing.

[nickedoff]

Nine GCs are customary.
It's probably your equipment. You don't need any skill to beat someone at this game.