Are Competitions for Prestige Really a Competitive Game?

In evolutionary theory, prestige is more like how willing are people to be your friend. A if you are a very prestigious individual, then you have high demand on your time. Less protigious individuals must therefore offer their friendship at a discount. Every one with an eye to raising their price strives to make themselves more attractive as a friend or associate by learning new skills,. acquiring more and better tools and by polishing their charms.