A lot of those exclusive things in WoW are more skill-based. Lots of raids etc. have a skill requirement, most of the time, so people are more willing to accept not getting those items. The level requirements this season irritate people because there is honestly no relation to skill in achieving it, it just caters to those who drive an insane amount of time into it. It screws over people who have work, school, and loved ones to look after, regardless of how good they are at the game. Basically if you're complete dog shite at the game you can get the season rewards if you have minimal obligations, but if you're really good at the game, but dont have as much time to sit and game for hours on-end every single day, then you're screwed, and are not rewarded for the commitment you made to actually get good, just because of time restraint.