You were told not to gaze into it!

I am not a legal experte, but in the EU you might be able to sue the now.

Even if this is true, most people who sell their old Phone include the charging brick. Also there is a Video on Youtube that describes the problem with not including a charging brick, and the conclusion is that it created more waste and CO2 then it would if they include one with the device.

Also for most Android phones you will need a new one because you will want to use the New fast charging that comes with your new device. I don’t know if Apple Providers something similar.