is rich a troll sometimes (Like 90% of the time): yes
do his threads generate interesting discussion and different points: yes
do said threads generate lots of posts / views: yes
will you laugh at his threads: yes
trolls play a vital role in the forum ecosystem. good trolling will generate views and create some interesting threads. interesting content keeps people coming back. just like any ecosystem, a balance is required and the trolls must be kept in check
sure people will get rustled jimmies now and then, but you can't deny, you click on every richinridgewood thread