Ok, so here's how the redcents system works.
Redcents may only be given by members who have paid for Level 2 access.
Redcents are redeemable for real life items. That means we have to spend real money on the items that you redeem points for, which include mp3 players, dvd players, and even game consoles. If we allowed users who have not purchased access to give redcents, it would be a very easy system to exploit.
Redcents are intended for people who post in the strategy forums. But don't worry non-strategy forum posters. We got love comin' your way too. There is a whole different reward system for people who make funny, interesting, or tldr posts in the main forum.