My Polearm Cav build got nerfed so hard by this patch. what's the justifications for the follow nerfs?
1. Masterwork Heavy Lance , -11 speed, -2 dmg,  two slot, not switchable,  Price + 30%
2. Masterwork Long Hafted Blade - 2 speed, and -4 dmg, two slot, price +100%
a $9265 Long Hafted blade stats is very close to a $2000 Military Scythe. 
Military Scythe
difficulty: 13
speed rating: 89
shield width: 155
thrust damage: 25 pierce
swing damage: 36 cut
weapon length: 155
Long Hafted Blade
difficulty: 15
speed rating: 92 
shield width: 153
thrust damage: 19 pierce
swing damage: 37 cut
weapon length: 153