Emerald 1 is unattainable?

If y’all don’t wanna read this rant then don’t…

Just want to preface this with my utmost respect for Embark for making one of the most unique arcade shooters I’ve ever played, seriously such an amazing game overall. As an average player who mainly solo ques & absolutely suffered for gold 1 im really disappointed with the rank up system change for the Emerald tiers. Playing an hour long tournament only to get utterly abused in the final round by opponents who play this game for a living, it is more than frustrating to have no progression. I totally understand Embark owes us nothing but fuck I was really stoked for Emerald! I think final round wins should just be a bonus added to how ur team preformed in round 2 & the final round. I’m not expecting Emerald 1 to be a free handout by any means but god damn I can’t be the only one tripping.