This is not a thread to bash this change.
I would just like to point out that my Rook's escape plan is out of the picture. I spent 1250 gold to get wand very early as an escape plan. However with the 500 gold increase, i would rather be buying cur1 or exp1 before I buy this wand.
Gold is extremely percious in the beginning of the game (for citedel upgrades). Wand of speed is also more useful in the beginning when I need to maneuver for exp and flags. Unforunately by the time i get both wand and citedel upgrade my team is ready for real combat. Usually I am not ready.
This is a good thing in a way, lets me focus on items earlier to prepare for combat. Looks like i will be relying on totem of revelations for those quick (sic) getaways.
Change in pricing = change in strat.