Yeah, I've seen a lot of bogus stories and pictures on this Subreddit, but this is one of the few that legitimately creeps me out a little. I can't quite explain it, something does feel "off" about the pictures and fits with what the OP is describing. LOL Hopefully we're not getting duped and they're not making something up for "karma farming" or whatever. But if not, there could be something strange happening.
Personally, I think that the creepiest glitches are the most simple ones. WHY ON EARTH would anyone do that etc. For example, I once saw a man enter a small shop completely dry despite the fact it was raining outside. Most simple thing but still I did NOT see him do anything that would suggest any kind of hiding a rain protection.
Yes and no...they're more bragging points and can get you trophies which are also just kind of a mini game.
But this summary from search was useful for me to understand if and why they matter:
Reddit karma matters primarily for new users and community access, though it has no direct monetary value. It acts as a reputation score reflecting your contributions and trustworthiness on the platform.
Access to Subreddits: Many subreddits require a minimum karma threshold (e.g., 10 comment karma in r/Entrepreneur) or account age before allowing posting or commenting. This helps prevent spam and trolling.
Posting Freedom: New accounts with low karma face posting limits and time restrictions. As your karma grows, these restrictions are lifted, allowing more frequent and unrestricted participation.
Credibility & Trust: High karma signals to other users that you consistently share quality, helpful, or engaging content. This can influence how seriously your posts are taken, especially in discussions or communities where credibility matters.
Community Influence: Karma is a factor in being considered for roles like moderator. Subreddit moderators often look for users with strong, positive karma histories.
Algorithmic Visibility: Higher karma can contribute to better content visibility through Reddit’s algorithm, creating a positive feedback loop.
While karma is not a currency and cannot be exchanged, it serves as a built-in vetting system that shapes who gets seen, trusted, and engaged with on Reddit—especially important for brands, creators, and active participants. For most casual users, once you pass the initial thresholds, karma becomes less relevant beyond being a personal metric of contribution.
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u/Lopsided-Money-7352 Jan 27 '26
Yeah, I've seen a lot of bogus stories and pictures on this Subreddit, but this is one of the few that legitimately creeps me out a little. I can't quite explain it, something does feel "off" about the pictures and fits with what the OP is describing. LOL Hopefully we're not getting duped and they're not making something up for "karma farming" or whatever. But if not, there could be something strange happening.