I think it's a shity choice as well. What I tried to add to this discussion is the fact that I still don't understand their reasoning. If they were to give a better explanation other than the "you have to commit" bullshit I might have considered their view, but since they haven't, I'm on your side.
Sorry if I derailed your point a bit with my response, but you have a really good point... honestly, I cannot think of a single reason why they would do this, beyond "its edgy and cool" and they think they are being edgy and contrary, which is NEVER a good reason to make a story telling decision.
(look how that blew up in Game of Thrones face in the long run)
