Definitely tough to stake. But that is actually a good thing for inflation control.
Definitely doesn't feel like 750%, more like 10%

. With the given rise in diff, plus the inflation controls in-place, it has become much harder to stake.
*knocks on wood* so far, this coin has been a very successful experiment.
Presstab did a fine job by adding nice features to automate most of the tasks involved with block maintenance,
but I believe that those who actively maintain their blocks are rewarded with higher stakes at faster pace.