That's because the "Dude"(new guy) feels he has to play catch up, and Kit and some of the others are effin with him.
So, Dude(if that is your real name) the "rules" you posted from the beginning are just that. The beginning. The 100 post rule came about 1000 pages in(just a guess), and should be considered an amendment.
Now, before Cupcake gets back in here and Bogarts your time, I'm thirsty. Get me a beer.