Im sorry didnt read all, but I have to say I voted other. USEast Ladder Softcore I always used runes as a means of currency. I mean I mf my ass off then trade for runes, and repeat.
Anyone with half a brain, and a decent hell character can easily find these keys, if they are devoted to doing the runs.
When I see Archon Nigma and Exile going for 1 damn key,(day 1 of the new patch) I have to laugh and take advantage of the noobiness. It has calmed down a bit, but still their are trades for PCoH for a set of keys............ come on people think.
Also since the ladder is resetting, no one will have the leet gear to fight the 3 right away, so, I think gems and runes will rule once more.
After 20+ runs I finally found a torch for my hammerdin yippy.