Ahh... the youth of today! LOL. If you'd ever seen the old Bit Tech logo you'll understand the reasons for this and it's historical context.
I vote to give people titles based on how long they have registered with the forum. Eg I'd be wise old one . Pooky would be Ancient philosopher.
It used to be that way, with people being able to choose their own after so many posts. Then a forum upgrade changed all that (and, according to some, the world ended as well. Many sulks were thrown that day)
I use to remember when they had loads of how to guides, but you don't see many of them any more. (damn am a member since 2005, but have less then 700 posts. I tend to read more then post )