I was advised from others not to ask for merit on these forums. I was wondering why there is such a stigma against this, I have heard it is is very difficult to earn merit especially as new users such as ourselves. Hopefully as our post quality improves, the merit will come naturally.
Merits are meant to be given to good quality or deserving posts. For every 2 Merits you receive, you get 1 sMerit (sendable). In other words, they have to be earned to be given away.
Then there is a group which thinks it's easy to farm them, like upvotes. Just ask and you shall receive. Shortcut.
Naturally this doesn't foster genuine discussions when such beggars just want the easy way.