IDK about you guys, but ALL my mechs will do fine without CF in the hands of a good pilot. Artillery strikes will be superior for any one who does not suck at managing heat.

I may not even use consumables at all.
*They can't save you against a 3L swarm.
*Can't save you from the Splat-cat that is behind you
*They wont make your hot mechs viable
*They sure as hell wont save you from any well coordinated team
*Serve little purpose to anyone who can manage heat
You will just die cold.

What we should be focused on is how they will implement Cup-Holders.