I know what you are talking about. I was toying with the idea of having a "merlin" account that would be auto friends with everyone...but this is more fun.
I also don't want to "force" myself on anyone so I have to gain friends just like everyone else.
nothing personal on the collection rating. i ranked them by who has more stuff that i would want? however, that's not a final/official ranking. that was w/ a quick glance. i plan on going over them all again soon. you could still move up a bit.