Imho devs should get rid of this feature since it has no extra value and it's more becoming a popularity poll for certain well-known players…
Honestly it's not about who's popular because there are plenty of well known popular people who aren't vk same as how some vk weren't known about by many until after receiving it.
That's why devs make a long thought out decision for who gets it. The people who do receive it are representatives of the community for those who need help.
Some people in kaw who are popular, are popular for the wrong reasons lol, they don't want or deserve vk lol. But yes some of the people that deserve it are people who may be more popular and stand out to the devs. But this is still an incentive for people to contribute positively to the community and I think its worthwhile, hence why I try for it also. However I see where you're coming from.
In my opinion, the position was created to encourage positive behaviour in the KAW community. They reward you for being someone that makes the people around you better. Ain't nothing wrong with that. Stop being a negative Nancy and hug someone dammit.
This is why I shall never achieve VK. I get in to many arguments, regardless of content quality. I will hug you though.
I think it should be a permanent badge and the name color temporary. Though the way it is now doesnt bother me.