Re: Why are you penalised for playing a lot?
I'm in your boat as well. I have a mixture of level 8,9, and 10 units in Masters since I don't pay anymore. I did in the beginning though. I'm always matched with someone that has better equipment and higher levels on that equipment.
I lose a lot. About 50 percent. But you know what? The other 50 percent of my wins are against challenge battles and battles that aren't challenge battles but should be.
It'll only make you better. If you go back down to a lower league, it's too easy.