Credit/USD Exchange Rate Skyrockets

This was predictable. With EGA well underway, the exchange rate of Credits to USD has gone through the roof, although one could argue that this is the initial strike price, which it really is. Here's one of the cheaper price lists I found this morning:

Let's see, 100k Credits for $85. That's not a great deal of credits once you get to higher levels, so its clear that the farming operations are no further along than the average Joe in EGA is. But, they're selling, so you can be sure they're out there in droves 24/7.

I outlined the "true value" of a few credit sinks in my last post, which have clearly gone up. Let's take a look at where they stand now:

First tier of riding skill - 40,000 Credits, or $34.00

VIP Wristband - 1,000,000 Credits, or $850.00

Mount for sale in VIP area - 1,500,000 Credits, or $1275.00

Average Slicing lockbox found on Coruscant/Droumond Kaas - 2,000 Credits, or $1.70

First Row of Inventory Expansion - 5,000 Credits, or $4.25

Maybe I should get into the business of selling Digital Deluxe serial numbers for $200 and call it a "VIP Wristband Discount". It'd be a relative steal at this point!

I'll post up more interesting stats as they come available. One thing is for certain though: The market is about as volatile as the after effects of a trip to Taco Bell. This market should correct itself as the month goes on, but right now, enjoy your exclusive VIP access if you have it - it won't stay very exclusive forever!