Maybe the increased costs would be covered by the increased popularity of the service gained from the partnership?
(I know, I know, its not about enough profit..its about MAX profit)
I always thought of it as "solid energy", like force fields and stuff. Magic missile condensed the energy and shoots it, a Wall of Force is a barrier. Makes sense for some constructs and even Spiritual Weapon if looked at this way.
I understand and respect your points.
However, some of us look at the line above as a good thing, a strength.
I think it was you that said (and if I'm wrong I apologize) "I'm tired of hearing how it lets you homebrew or gives you space"...
In reality for ME, that is the strong point. I dont...