Did I really just get told to grow up by someone who thinks the world is a "bad, unjust" place because they can't get free extras for their video game characters?

Oh nice strawmen you got there. Sorry to inform you that I'm not offended, boy.

The term is actually "straw man". Let me make this simple for you, as I understand today's public schools aren't so great; I'm a veteran that worked hard to start my own business, which has been successful. When I put time and effort into something for someone else, I expect to be compensated for it. Therefore when I enjoy something that another person has spent time on, I'm willing to pay for it. If I don't like the amount I'm asked to pay, I simply don't use the product.