Even with quality posts doesn't mean you'll get merit hah
Interesting stuff, but not easy. I'll probably be stuck at Member for a few months

True, there are lots unmerited members and I think posting in correct boards where many members with merits are is the way, but I am not that kind of person to search trough forum and stalk others for merit so I guess we are in the same shoes, it is just you are member and I am senior member.
Others are sending merits to their alt accounts, I don't think anyone of us will reach higher ranks in next few years
