If I were to speculate about k00b's mindset in setting it up this way, I'd guess that he chose a rewards function that was simple to work with and mostly yielded the results he wants, even if it excessively rewards the top person in each category.

Undisciplined

Totally agree. His posts are great and I am not suggesting he shouldn't be rewarded for his efforts I just find it a bit odd. 

grayruby

You are a SN Rewards System

It's very non-linear. I'm guessing he's got the top post spot, especially with who is likely zapping him.

I agree that it's a bit unbalanced, but he does put more effort into his posts than I do and they're of greater interest to most stackers.

I still think rewarding zaps directly makes more sense than rewarding content directly.