It's definitely against the merit rules to acquire them for tokens.Thanks for finding this out.I have left a negative feedback to their man account and shall soon be accompanied by the DT.Everyone sending them merits should also be given a negative feedback as in a way they're selling the merits for tokens in return.
I've read a lot of blatant abuses (or done openly) with regard to the Merit System. I think it's high time to call the attention of the higher-ups that it should be revised and put stiffer penalties on those who will violate it. What do you think?