The problem with the merit system is that most people are selfish and only here from themselves and spam anyway.
Do you have any proof/data for this?
If you don't believe me go and look at the top merit receivers.
Think about it. Maybe, just maybe, they actually make good content hence why they're the top merit receivers? This is pretty much the newbie/jrmember argument again.
You have to seriously kiss ass and suck up and make a ton of topics based on anything you think will be popular at the time.
Well, I've only made a few topics throughout the years, and I've received 600+ merits from topic replies(probably around 85%+) rather than spam creating topics.
Why do you ask me If I need proof when you know most users here are selfish. Just look at the bounty scene. Most of those people don't even know what they are supporting. I don't need proof or data since it is already there. Why must I argue with you about most people here being selfish? It is obvious. Most people don't even merit people. Go look at the total merits in circulation vs the ones given out. You cannot argue with facts sorry. You should know these things seeing as you have been here for such a long time I don't know why I need to explain this.
I never said their quality was not good. You looking for an argument now. I won't argue since I know I am right.
Your topic replies were most likely on the first page and you most likely have some popularity. Most users comments get buried in shit. If you have advice for me and honestly believe you can help me get to legendary then tell me how I'm all ears. If you can prove me wrong then please do. I also do not really want to be one of the better-known users because I honestly do not want to get involved in the politics of this forum. I would rather be a quieter member that most frequently posts about things they enjoy. I just don't see why your average person cannot rank? When you post you need to have the right eyes on your posts and thus post in the correct places. It is just logical.
For example, look at me. I only have a measly 25 merits. I will never become legendary. You have to seriously kiss ass and suck up and make a ton of topics based on anything you think will be popular at the time.
Hell, I have seen people get a few merit points just for a one-liner. They did deserve it but they only were chosen because they are popular here.
You do not have to write full paragraph and essay to get merits. Half of mine posts are one liners because i do not have much to say but what i say is relevant. That's why i am able to get the merits.
Absolutely you don't need to type out paragraphs. One line can contain more helpful info in it then 10 well-written posts. What if they post a link that was really difficult to find. I'd merit that. I do prefer a short and direct answer to things though.