I looked through your post history ( the OP ), and I managed to award 5 merits spread over 3 post. Now you are ready for the next rank. 
Based on your strict meriting criteria,i think it's a big plus to me,and much more encouragement on the forum,and a prove that the merit sources are always on hand to hand out merits where it's deserving..I've actually earned 6 from you now(my biggest fan)
