^^ Obviously,
fluffing it up for buddy's posts would be HIGHLY discouraged (and, hopefully, eventually reported to Staff™).
The
long-term goal here is to raise the overall caliber of posts (
quality versus quantity), and a gesture - as well as immediate feedback - of recognition / reputation for those who put thought and effort consistently in to their posts, IMHO. It's better to give this a chance, embrace it, ask for candid, honest participation, and
then assess its impact over time ... and throughout the "community" ... than to not, in my view.
I like where it may lead us in the months ahead!
JMHO.
:wave: