Requirments for popularity.
1. 5,000 posts , preferably 10,000 but only robots can realistically achieve 10,000.
2. A Kim Possible / Cat avatar is almost essential.
3. Heavily Support one console.
4. Suck up to other users and make them feel valued ,especialy mods.
5. Throw you messaging devices , party invitations and social obligations out the window ( internet popularity is serious business).
Walah you are now popular.