I'm sure there are reasons why NC choose the route they did, I am sure it's probably for the best in the laws of averages considering all factors for everyone. I personally like the change because losing a $2,000 item or even a $1000 is painful, it's theft and robbery at its worst. Now, you can say, I am poor, I could not afford such nice things THEREFORE it does not concern me. That type of thinking is the reason why NC doesn't listen to you or him or her or anyone who feels they are entitled to special privileges just because they cannot afford items or gears. Same with people who call people who macro - botters. Real bots autorez and do complicated things. Macros are dumb and can break easy. They clearly know you're human and not a bot yet calling you bots because it elevates them somehow. They complain and whine and doesn't compete well. I am not sure where that mentality comes from but it's a very unhealthy one. In the Law of Attraction, it states, whatever you think or feel, you will become. if you have a constant feeling of "lack", the feeling of being unfulfilled, unsatisfied or in desperate need of money, items or even love - that is how your reality will be reinforced by "your own thoughts". Take some responsibility! Be a abundant giver, help people out more and somehow you'll be blessed with more opportunities for career advancement, more customers in your business, etc. It's the law of attraction.
Hence the reason, it's better to give gratitude instead of complaining in your daily habit. Take full responsibility for all your words and actions, never point fingers at another.