I think this is one step closer to moving this game to the micro-transaction method. Even though I am paying I'm debating on stopping payment and just play a bunch up to level 11, might as well get the most out of it before I'm forced to resub.

I'd have to say I'd be missing out on quite a bit, since I thought Tier 2 was the most fun. It was quick to level up to T2 and you finally got to defend Keeps and use siege weapons, despite all but the rams and oil/poison being completely worthless.