1. Terraria (Dat 8-bit tho) 2. Skyrim/Oblivion/Fallout (Bethesda soundtracks are amazing) 3. Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time/Majora's Mask 4. Pokemon (Because of the nostalgia)
Well think of it this way- maybe you would need to specify a reason for your 'emerald'. It would be reserved for that one certain submission that you think stands out above the rest. With that, there could be a new search filter that includes the "most emerald-ed submissions". I think it would be great for people that dedicate time to make detailed submissions.
I think I understand. Each member could 'emerald' ONE submission per catagory. That way, each person could have one specific texture pack, skin, blog, etc. that they think is the best.
I would prefer even more updates. And possibly additions of popular mods into vanilla minecraft (like backpacks and tekkit power :O). But honestly- if you don't like the new updates, then play on an older version.