This topic as a whole has run its course. When C3 subscriptions become available, either sign up for the first year or don't.
There are many complaints about Construct being a hobbyist tool. Their solution is to have subscriptions so they can pay their workers and add more features.
Makes sense and if it doesn't work then I'm sure they'll change the model. But til then, there's c2 and other engines.
I've decided to support and hope that this year shows that they're adding the features we want/need.
Others will follow suit and others won't. I do understand the desire to fight against the decision but it is what it is.