Ascendancy Trials (Sek)

I know this isn't a very popular opinion, especially because its lucrative for carriers, yet here I am.
Early on near POE2 Launch, the Trial of Sek afflictions were "if you interact" fountain or honour. It made Trials fun for anyone who read, wording was awesome. I found it exciting to get in there and see the trial, it felt like Indiana Jones or National Treasure, remembering Dont touch that when you get through...
How many people are actually playing through the 4th ascendancy trial without a carry? Compared to launch with the accessible trials? Honestly.
I understand the get good, play meta, move faster, sux less - win more, Its easy.... I can get to the 4th floor, but by then its just awful. Ruins the game. My RNGeus hates me more than yours? lol kidding but not really.

I've had many leagues where the carry wasn't an issue, this league I started late(about the new year, helped a friend move). The market isn't kind with the temple bloat. Also, It shouldn't be relied on, it should feel obtainable, with the changes it doesn't.