I imagine those with VIP get pushed further up, even though a few VIPs on here get almost completely ignored.

I guess one could speculate all day but yeah, the algorithm makes little sense.

That is one good thing about traditionally organized forums - most people get equal attention, it is not about who is who or who is the prettiest or who is about to drop over d3ad real soon etc.

I do not know if you have used them but they are organized into several specific categories instead of things just plastered randomly like on here.