Valor & Merit Points
Two point systems: Valor tracks contributions, Merit rewards community engagement.
[GRAPHIC: Valor vs Merit Comparison - side-by-side visual]
💰 Key difference: Valor is earned through money ($1 = 100 Valor). Merit is earned through activities. They don't convert into each other.
Valor Points
Valor measures your campaign contributions and determines your rank.
Conversion: $1 USD = 100 Valor Points
Seaman
500
$5
Petty Officer
2,000
$20
Chief Petty Officer
10,000
$100
Lieutenant
25,000
$250
Commander
100,000
$1,000
Captain
250,000
$2,500
Admiral
1,000,000
$10,000
📝 Note: Valor is campaign-specific. Your GATE 2 Valor is tracked separately from future campaigns.
Merit Points
Merit recognizes community participation beyond financial contribution.
How to earn Merit:
Referring new supporters
Participating in community events
Completing quests
Engaging with campaign content
💡 Merit isn't purchasable. You earn it through participation and engagement.
Top 50 Merit earners each quarter are eligible for Oshi Membership Rewards.
How they work together
Earned by
Contributing money
Community activities
Determines
Rank and rewards
Leaderboard position, OMR eligibility
Can be purchased
Yes ($1 = 100)
No
Campaign-specific
Yes
Yes
Both contribute to your overall standing in the Oshi community.
Last updated: 2026 Jan 28
Related articles
Understanding Ranks — How ranks and Valor progression work
Glossary — Key terms including Valor and Merit definitions
How to Participate — Getting started with contributions
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