Great Solution on fixing the exploit especially the rewards in credits which is a smart move. It will for sure make things a lot more difficult for new players but those with the right mindset are still able to pull off organic growth and most that do continue playing are going to be willing to spend anyway.

I agree with other comments that say it should be stated more that Splinterlands is not supposed to be a free2play game and that earnings are more or less linked to the in-game assets players hold.