I feel your pain. Two of my friends were able to purchase that roll last night. I was unable to do so because of gilding as well. I finally got one of the godroll's last night. It isn't the perfect role I wanted. In total, I spent 14 hours in Iron Banner, between this week, and the prior one. 😫
Normally, I don't mind grinding for triumphs, seals, seasonal challenges, etc. But when you're not rewarded for that time and energy, it's incredibly frustrating. It feels like a full-time job, and I already have one of those. While I don't expect the game to be easy, I do want to feel rewarded for my time as well.
I personally had no idea that weapon roles could change with Saladin. 😬 Going forward, I'm at least armed with the knowledge that weapon roles can change.
14 h? The only way that would be healthy is in a fun full group. If you did that solo, hats off to you. I cant endure one match in that complete idiocy of morons circling the map trading control points.