After careful consideration, filling many large chalkboards full of complex equations, slapping Drumholio out of many late-night drunken stupors, and listening to bcaviness argue with Sir_Flamalot about whether Guido shot first, the staff here at Drumlines.org has decided to divide by 4 the required Karma points for each rank.
As your posts gain Karma, you may notice your rank jump by a couple of stripes. DO NOT BE ALARMED! Just go about your normal posting and enjoy the extra weight on your sleeves.
EDIT: We have a lot of cool stuff in store for all of you guys here at DLO! Be sure to come back and check the forums often, and see what we've been preparing for you guys!
And for those of you just ITCHING to find out what, and HAVE to open your presents before Christmas:
Those were not late night drunken stupors....it was lack of sleep hallucinations. How many times do I have to tell you guys that? ....apparently at least once.