J.P.

Here's a thread discussion of others already voicing their opinions of the newly announced SDCC 6" Battle Beasts... http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?s...p;#entry1592105 I think the right move would be to produce the Battle Beasts Minimates as the actual line showcasing many diff. characters, PLUS having just a few of these 6" versions available for anyone wanting a larger more stylized figure to add to their collection. Because of the reasons I already discussed, & for $15 a figure this line standing alone as the premier Battle Beasts line would most likely fail. I DO think it would be a good move if these were released in conjunction with the BB MM line. It gives collectors another current BB option. If you like Iron Man, you have your selection of Mighty Muggs, Minimates, Marvel Universe, etc ETC, which are all different toy styles to satisfy many types of toy collectors. Yet if Battle Beasts is brought back and only as Minimates, it doesn't leave ANY option for those collectors who don't like block mini-figures, because even though these BB Minimates Gator Exclusives are unlike any Mates to come before, they are still very much so block figures and no doubt minifigs. So if that's the plan, I think it's a brilliant one for business & buyers I will definitely get 1 or 2 of these guys, but I should really go ahead and set aside a savings account for the BB MMs. Ha, I'm kind of joking, but only kind of. There will most likely be A LOT of characters and I hope the 2pk price doesn't increase due to the extra work & goodies

I just wrote a paragraph pertaining to these new SDCC "Battle Beasts" vs. Battle Beasts Minimates (if they make anymore beyond these croc exclusives) in a message to a member and thought, you know, I should post this, cause I'd REALLY like to hear others' opinions on the topic. So here it is, edited to be a post of course Has anyone heard any news as to what is to come of the Battle Beasts Minimates? After seeing pictures of those larger SDCC BB that are clearly not mates, I don't know what to think. Did any SDCC goers ask, or heard of anyone asking, Chuck whether they were still planning on having a BB MM line after seeing the larger ones on display? If so, what's the news? I've been so excited for the BB MM line to come, and although I admit the look of some of these larger beasties are really cool, others on display @ SDCC look downright stupid to me, and I would rather see this new look on the mates (we know it's possible & if anyone can do it AA can). If both lines happen, I think that could be really neat, but if abandoning the BB MM idea occurs & that's the route that Diamond & AA want to go, I think there are some large errors in judgment & making that switch would lose at least three key elements that would help sales and encourage growth upon an existing fan-base (significantly, in my opinion), not to mention jumping into a brand new market instead of continuing branching out in one that they already dominate. Also, I know I'm no economatician or mathemagician, but some of this seems like common sense following their market trends, so please hear me out before you rip me a new one (1) the possibilities in interchangeability that comes with the mates just improves upon that transformers/beast formers ideology which is where Battle Beasts originated. I think that this would bring in true Battle Beasts fans of old & perhaps even Transformers fans. Hell, I could see an entire new fan-base being created for a Minimates line that is meant to mix & match, choose your own teams, trade armor, add on weapons, make your own half-breed, etc... It may just be the photos I viewed of the recently revealed much larger SDCC Battle Beasts on display, but I believe the characters & their suits are all one piece, & even if they weren't, with the different sizes and shapes, the only interchangeability here will be hand held weapons, that is, if characters like the Octopus can even hold any weapons other than their own (the original Hasbro/Takara BB lines from the early 80s at least had the same understanding when it came to the hands, like Minimates do now) (2) Bringing articulation to the Battle Beasts world can only be a step in the right direction. The battle poses of these exclusive crocs or gators (whatever you want to call them, just dont call them luggage :hulk: ) look damn cool! And let's take that larger ape beast they had on display for example; what kind of bizarre pose was he stuck in? I say a ridiculously dumb one that nobody is going to want. Now I haven't heard anything about such, but to me, these figures look like soft viny/rubber/plastic that may have wire in the limbs for bendy articulation. If this turns out to be the case, that's fine for collectors displaying these figures, but the playability goes waaaaayyy down with, "Oops, the friggin wire broke!". As they always do (a recent Toy Break episode addressed the still current problem with the "9" Neca figures). Kids will not have fond memories of those battle beasts. Or if they do, you can guarantee they'll also have a memory of when the wire snapped and unfortunately the word "cheap" may also be used. (3) Collectors will be (and already are) wary about these newly announced larger BB, and collecting the entire series may be an issue. Collectors are quite favorable to the size of current BB & MM (Minifigures) because of the subjects, styles, & quality of course, but also because of the price-point & they allow for MANY figures, with plenty of room to display them. Us mini-figure fans are a proud, dedicated, and vocal bunch (like anyone with devotion towards what they like) & most likely we will not be purchasing many, if any, of these larger beasts, which means bye bye (not buy buy) old school Battle Beasts fans. How many animals do you think they'll actually be able to, or afford to produce? They've announced that these larger Battle Beasts will hit stores in 2011 @ $14.99, but no mention yet as whether sold in single or double packs at that price (Read more & see pictures HERE). I think anyone who knows Diamond or is just a Minimates collector purchasing at retail knows that $15 will be for 1 of these figures, hmm, just like the bendy "9" figures actually. And that line ended after 2 figures produced & was based on a major motion picture (this line's death includes accompanying reasons besides the toy quality though). If they trade minimates versions for these SDCC previewed, i think it will be a belly flop. They will never have the character # as the BB of old, they will most likely lose more fans than they will gain, and how many of those buying these figures are going to be able to own more than a few? I hope it doesn't hurt AA too much if they do... This could be worse than the Palisades Micronauts release I Joke Haha, when it comes down to it, I just REALLY want my Battle Beasts Minimates dangit. But hey, there's some stuff to talk about With Love for the Beast Mates, JPenguin

Check out this little "Blocumentary" on the passionate group called "AFOL" or Adult Fans of Legos by Director Jess Gibson. It's a wonderful look at the hardcore world of LEGOs collectors and builders. And you thought we were dorks (I KID!) Just recently released and already available to watch online through Vimeo, there is no excuse to skip this one! The love that this community has for the colorful tiny brick world of LEGO has brought about some breathtaking collections and innovations that will indeed make your... AFOL, A BLOCUMENTARY Feel free to discuss your thoughts about this video and share your own Lego stories of love, hatred, fond memories, 1st lego set, collections, alien abductions, etc. Also, would anyone happen to know if anyone from the Minimate Mulitverse is on there? Have Fun & Enjoy!

I hadn't even thought of that. Good observation. On the real-world side of the M.A.X. line, you know that there will be terrorists mates, and someone will raise a ruckus about it. Still, the announcement of villains brings to mind some really cool possibilities (some of those despicable me vehicles would be fun even - too late for that one though.. custom?), and there will always be someone wanting to complain. Ha, I remember hearing someone comment, saying the Power Man mate released is racist because of his fat lip (true stuff. my cousin knew a guy who knew a guy)... Can't please everybody either (as we've seen with the responses from board members over the sdcc announcements - everyone has good points though). And it's most likely that the # of those whose feathers do get ruffled will be a small enough minority that those feathers will just disappear on the wind... I can see there also being a response of respect for depicting "real world" conflict too... ...and about the comic con stabbing I've heard from some of you multiversers before about how ridiculous the space issue is at sdcc (i've never been myself), and this CNN video about the stabbing brings that into question, concerning the excitement of all the attendees and not enough room for everyone to enjoy what they may have paid for. I guess it can be argued that if one was dedicated enough, they'd get to the panel super early, but still if there are 400 people camping out for a seat in a 300 capacity room (this is an example, i know it's not exact), would the next level of dedication become physically fighting for seats? Seriously! If I ever attend, maybe I'll have to prepare kaiju big battle style I dont know what really happened, and apparently neither does anyone yet, but this vid raises good question: http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/07/25/comic....bing/index.html ...for all the reporting, guys (what, i'm on a roll)

This would be a great time to bring in Sinister, FINALLY at least. That would be Awesome if I wasn't such a broke bastich

PLANET BEAST :hulk:

Jeff, that is really REALLY cool! Take it from a guy who's had triple digit procedures and has medical problems that can't be fixed with modern technology, IF it does come to that point (NOT THAT IT WILL, but if it does), the BEST person to have on your side is someone who can roll with complications. It's wonderful if one is superb at performing the job they are required to in order to get successful results from a mapped system/strategy, but even better when they can remain calm and work miracles in the face of danger in the unexpected... Being the best oncologist in the province is not a self-proclaimed title. One must earn that kind of respect. It seems Kyrra is in the best of hands. I'm soo sorry to hear what you and your family, especially lil' Kyrra, is going through. There are many people here lifting her up, and you have many a friend here if you need us. Stay Strong and Hopeful, for in truth, there is no reason not to, and it is what Kyrra most needs right now - your love and conviction in assurance that everything will be okay. No matter what happens,... Everything will be okay. I'm here for ya, man. You guys are in my thoughts.

BHM, & the Captn are right! It can definitely be fun to track them down post-convention, and there's almost nothing like the excitement of finding one and for a good price/trade at that,.. but in some ways, I wish that the promos fit more to the "promotional" description; getting people excited about what the product is & what is to come with just a taste of what will be. By "taste", I mean - not as good as the actual release.. Although in truth, we have no idea how the Battle Beast line will turn out. We could be getting totally amped up for these promos because they are so new to us, they are the revival of a popular toy-line from some of our childhoods, and they're foreign in the way of minimates like we have never known with their sculpt, etc. And really, the market releases could blow these con exclusives out of the water, causing their value to only be cherished by us collectors (swallowing that $20-$100 based on what they are worth to us, not the market). Also, as anxious as I am for the new Battle Beasts, there are issues with this Gator promo that do leave it in that prototype stage, at least I hope so. Soooo, I just talked a few things out there and realize that where I started isn't where I ended. I think I just had a debate with myself. Ha, now I'm just confused. Anyone want to sort through my word vomit? I think what I'm trying to say is - I don't like the idea of limited exclusives, but at the same time, we'll all get a shot at the good stuff... hopefully. AND that is if the promos are meant to be just a taste, meaning we'll be blown away by the toy-line. I'm really thinking this must be so, with no underlying detail on the Gators' bodies, like promos of the past. It's just, why do these samples have to taste so AWESOME This doesn't mean I'm not down with the SDCC Battle Beast, because I'm all sorts of down with it! They Exist, they rock, I want one

Did they show any new Battle Beasts pictures other than the Gators we know of? Ditto. I still have Three C2E2 Beasties left, so if you still don't have one yet, there's a lot I'd trade for, including the world's 'best' PB&J perhaps I hope that one of the Gator variants, if they continue with the Gator as the Exclusive Promo BB, is a Clear Variant. Although, with it all not being one piece (like the clear BB of old), it may look odd and lose too much detail. Maybe if it was cloudy clear, it would work better. Ehh, whatever the case, I still want it

Oh, Rob. -> CHECK IT <-

yeah, i just went with the organ transplant option. turns out you really don't need your nipples.

yeah, i tend to be a mint in package collector with minimates, buutttt i think i'll just seek a loose feral from this one. maybe i'll change my mind once it's released. in light of previous sets, the final looks could differ (at least with cable and domino). i bet that deadpool is the final look though.

Haha, and where's Mr. Sinister? I would've bet we'd have seen him by now. Perhaps a save for AoA?

I cant begin to think how they would execute Nemesis to perfection, still we can hope. But yeah, I'm there with ya, Nessex. Thumbs Up to this 2pk!

For those of you that have seen these cardboard (are they actually cardboard?) playsets in person, are they as cheap as they look in the pictures? Worse? The idea of playsets since C3 is welcomed by me, but the only element here that attracts me too is the exclusive figures that they decide to issue with it, specifically Battle Beasts. Other than that, almost every aspect of this playset turns me off. A 3D block setting like C3 would be ideal, and if the reason for the flat printed cardboard playsets is financial, I'd almost rather not have a playset at all, than one so cheap. It will hopefully come with display putty, because even the slightest brush against the playset, and since it'll most likely be coated cardboard, then MY HEAVENS! - your figures go slip n' slide, and I imagine even trying to push down on the surface with display putty will most likely damage your playset pretty fast too (a bend or puncture)... Hmmm, I just couldn't justlify purchasing a cheaply constructed item for around $30 that would most likely break before the year's up... I'd really like to hear from anyone who has examined these in person. Perhaps if the graphics were more versatile & the price more agreeable I could accept it (you know, that "you get what you pay for" philosophy). There isn't enough for me visually, currently as is, with a LARGE research laboratory, an office building from the outside, and an alley/sewer. What if it indicated a more Battle Beastie environment, one where 3 of the sections were elemental? Ha, that just got me unnecessarily excited - like if one corner was a volcano scene, one an oceanic habitat under water, and another within a lush forest. I know that we're not even sure what will come of the use of elements if at all, or if this playset is supposed to have anything to do with BB other than the exclusive coming with, but even with what we already know of Battle Beasts, different scenes would be awesome, and definitely make me feel like I was getting my money's worth. Hell, having a variation between scenes gives us a lot of play with ALL Minimates (ex: Platoon set in forest), & when MAX comes out too, transferring the vehicles to different environments (ex: water crafts under ocean w/o touching water). The other corner & flats could still be available for a science lab, the moon, a subway sandwich, etc. Maybe they could provide dry erase markers and have a "Build Your Own Scene" Section. This I could get behind, although I still don't like the standing issue. Has anyone heard how they plan to keep the mates standing? Are there foot pegs that I just don't know about?

One More Rant Post-Initial-Upset to Smooth Sharp Edges (I'm going to place a "*" before my reasons for upset.) Hey Deadpool, Thank You so much for taking the time to list this, as it puts much in perspective and is a pretty right-on reference to the attitudes leading up to now. What you summed up above is exactly where the fire came from to spark my post. A thread is never dead with points left to be said, and a response was needed to *the rotten attitudes towards community members for simply asking for help with obtaining promos, *without knowing why or why not one could or couldn't attend, & *without knowing if they may be willing to compensate the convention attendee as a Thank You in exchange. I for one know that I opened my personal collection up as barter, although no-one gave it a chance to see what they could've come away with in exchange for a FREE figure... I suppose this is where assumption gets us, because while telling everyone that they don't deserve a promo because they're not dedicated enough (in return saying one does deserve one because they are = this definition of "deserve" rant doesn't hold up), I happened along and read the topic in full, from front to back. Those in accusation who seem to think they can determine as to who should / shouldn't get a promo (I'm throwing "deserve" to the wind) based on just being asked, * are telling us that if we can't attend, we shouldn't have one. That was the initial anger, yes? Of course it was, anyone who can read, can see it. You wrote it. SO, here I come, and I can't attend conventions by cruelty of nature,.. I shouldn't be allowed one? For all they knew, everyone who asked could have had a medical condition keeping them from attending... I really wasn't going to respond about this again after my original piece, because I already said it, you know? I don't like online arguments and my only purpose was standing up against something that was offensive that had been let to slide when the focus was swayed... but there are some jagged edges seemingly trying to cut me that I need to do my best to smooth out before I step out. On the other-hand, I'm really not trying to "cut" anyone either, just trying to finish a discussion that was offensive to me, others, and the nature of this community website, and indeed WAS NOT concluded, while hoping some may take heed of certain words. Truthfully, the real conclusion should be an apology, as it's just the compassionate thing to do, although I suppose asking others why they can't attend conventions and looking into helping them out would probably be too... Also, it is your choice to get mad at me if you prefer, but when you sit back, remember that all I am doing is taking what was written, pushing it up to your face, and saying, do you realize how you were acting, and that it was like walking by me, I ask for help, you spit on me, and keep strutting? Although the situation not so serious, it is the attitude that makes it dangerous... Note too that my response had nothing to do with this post-topic of the "dictionary meaning of Deserve", which is of course pointless and possibly never-ending, and only functions to take focus away from the initial issue: the voices of a few believing that if you don't attend conventions, you shouldn't get a promo (UNLESS someone gets one for you <--- which I couldn't find offered). One feeling entitled enough to say that someone does or does not "deserve" something because "you are not dedicated if you don't attend these conventions" is a problem, isn't it? You would think that the staff of a community would be trying to enforce that communal spirit, being supportive however they can. I agree on the points made about those that just expect others to get promos, etc for them with no thought of anything in return being rude, because what entitles them as well, but no one was ever given the chance to dispute that label, and the only place this philosophy is mentioned did not come from the members asking for help with promos, but from those complaining about being asked, meaning it essentially did not exist... MMMV gets it's fuel from being a supportive community of like minds. How dull would it be if only a certain most-dedicated, "deserving" few (based on the powers-that-be's definition of "deserving") would be allowed to enjoy it?.. Although I am Very Happy that since the short amount of time that I have been here, this is really the only example I have seen that infuriated me so, I was really excited about this Battle Beasts topic and left with a sour taste in my mouth after reading from the 1st post to the most recent (at the time). And I mean REALLY excited. Think about your favorite toy line and character group. This is what Battle Beasts Minimates will be for me, and when Buttheadsmate told me about this topic and where to find it, I was immediately in! I was psyched to add my input for discussion and hear other neat ideas from fellow members. And I really enjoyed the bulk of the interesting discussions, such as the future of interchangable parts + armor + weapons, etc., and I was proud to be a member of MMMV after the handling of that LittleRubberGuys.com situation, and I even enjoyed the ridiculously fun claiming of Battle Beasts characters and have my own in mind,.. but then it became almost "Classist" and I was turned off. I do my best to stand up for what I feel's right anyhow, but when it applied to me with the hard work that I put into trying to obtain these promos as a disabled person with unfortunate limitations & little dinero ($), and with my calls to my community for assistance falling on deaf ears, & even STILL I brought promos here to give back to the MMMV collectors, well of course there's going to be some gasoline in my candor. I have no place for snobs who can't put themselves in others' shoes in my life, so if they can't turn their obvious mistakes into future masteries, swallowing pride, and put ego aside, then it's usually bye-bye relationship. What's the point of having a relationship that exists to fuel an other's ego alone?.. My health issues have caused me to see friends and family fall away with not a glance back. I became a burden to some, even though it was the fault of the situation, out of my control, and my best just wasn't good enough as long as I'm disabled. You learn who truly cares for you when you need others' assistance in order to keep living, and the ONLY thing I have learned from needing those who only need themselves, is that I will be hurt with time. Just recently, if it wasn't for the love of an old friend and his wife to move me to GA and take me in, when my live-in fiancee in NC left me in March because she wanted a more "normal life", I might not exist this month (a longer story)... Anyone in positions of power and authority can fall, and where you now an expert, were too once a novice, and with time many can sit where you are, if not further... The key to having the most educated opinions; always look at it from the other person's perspective before your own. I mentioned Buttheadsmate earlier. He is the type of member I hope to be, as he's super knowledgeable & active, but an awesome community leader too (Best Muffins at the Bake Sale!), and as a 1st time online board member of any kind, he's helped me in many areas that may be considered annoying or amateurish, but never once has he made me feel stupid or unwanted, except that time he said I was stupid and unwanted The best way I can describe his assistance is that exemplification; "the neighborly thing to do". Thanks so much for your help, BHM. Feel free to message at me with anything that you feel is left to be said, for / against, as I have said enough, and am done. I didn't like what was said, and I did what I felt I had to, but the remainder of my energy in this Battle Beasts Topic will be to get back on track. That's why I came here in the 1st place.

It does look different & if it isn't articulated then it ought to be! * With the trademark removable parts & pushing the articulation record, I'd think it would be a well-welcomed smart move to have articulated jaws. AND what beasts don't battle with their jaws..., besides a seahorse, aaaannnnddd maybe a bodacious bovine. He'd rather eat grass than kick your [end scene] DSTChuck: "JP we’re working with a couple web sites to give a few of the Battle Beasts away to fans so keep your eyes open."

*Takes off staff hat* This attitude REALLY pisses me off... You know exactly what KMZ is saying, why should you "deserve" something that you are not willing to put the effort/time/money into that the people going to the show have? Life is all about priorities, your priorities conflict with going to the show, DST's priorities are probably to give these to people who show enough commitment to visit their booth etc, If you visited the booth you'd get one, if you cannot or will not make that happen then don't expect one to just fall in your lap life doesn't work that way! Maybe some folks going will be kind and try to pass on any extras to help others out but DO NOT confuse that with you deserving it, you dont. T. *puts staff hat back on* 1st, who is anybody to tell someone they do or dont deserve anything. I'd take a whiner-baby over self-righteousness anyday. 2nd, May as well burn that hat. I'm disabled and physically can't (Oh, you knew I had to respond. It was a given). Please tell me that I don't want it bad enough. I did what I could in my position, such as putting up embarrassing requests on MMHQ, in a couple threads around MMMV, & Chuck was apparently nice enough to put one up in an Ask DST Q&As [READ HERE]. Funny too, I didn't hear anything from 1 person. Made me feel real good too, considering the majority of people on here, if they check out anything, it's always MMHQ & the Q&A. The amount of dedication Chuck asked for was: "...find me at a trade show and ask." My heroes. Those of you that did go; how many of you were able to grant the miracle where modern science can't, in order to not be disabled long enough to attend (I know even if I lived in Chicago, I couldn't, although I'd have a better chance of knowing someone to go FOR ME), or who had a family & quit an important job to do so, or missed out on your child being born, or robbed a bank, yadda yadda? Ha, I don't think anyone who went can really argue dedication to someone who won't attend for reasons such as those, because the amount of dedication it takes to go (a ticket, few responsibilities to hold you back) is usually less than the reasons not to. If you were dedicated enough to come to my booth over one of those reasons, I'd probably give you a promo of what my lunch would look like in a couple of hours (that is if I remember to take the medication that allows me to do so). When did a goal as a Minimates fan become hitting the mark of "@$$hole" to get these promos (or prevent people just like you from getting them, which in turn goes back to getting them, so same same). I mean jeez, were those that have been so kind to me with Trades, etc., just doing so, cause they were gonna get something out of it on the other end? I'm still under 1yr as a MMMV member and as much as Minimates give me joy in a world where I realistically don't have many options for such, it makes me not want to have anything to do with "high-chairs". At least I've got the little mates, I suppose... So if the bar is set by "effort/time/money", doesn't that really apply to... anyone who really tries? For those others of you who couldn't attend C2E2 with good reason and have yet to obtain one, I bought a few of the C2E2 Battle Beasts Minimates Promos MIP from Ebay with my own money, and did so in order to bring them back here to the collectors. I know that there are a lot of us who might not have the money to get one 2nd hand, or that may just prefer not to pay for them, but I did this to allow you the option of Trading for them with Minimates that you already have. Now I could probably say, "If you wanted them as bad as I did, then you should've had the dedication to look as vigorously as I have.", but why should I? This is a community, right? Where we come together with like-minds to have fun & help each other out? I must have joined the wrong site.

This is the Three-Sheets-to-the-Wind Variant.

Are you kidding? He'll learn all the other entries a thing or two... Yeah? Excuse me, he'll TEACH all the other entries a thing or two. Darn if I didnt watch more You Cant Do That on Television than Mr. Rodgers, I might have known that. I dont know. [sLIMED] Yep.

WHAT?! These are Wonderful, Luke! Oh man, I want all dem bones! Had you thought about how the Skeleton Lords may compliment the upcoming Pirates Minimate line when you created these? If so, splendid idea, I think they'd go together like two mystical, swashbuckling peas in a pod... or boat.

Ditto! If only all companies were run by fans. Ha, although depending on the fan's tastes, that could end pretty quickly.

I just had a thought as to why these two gator beasts may have been the ones chosen to be released as promos (thus far) before they've decided on specifics as to what should be done with the BB line exactly, including rubs and element affiliation. It never would've clicked w/o the c2e2 promo. & this may have already been brought to attention, not sure , but with accompanying qualities such as the silver armor & a long sword, the Toy Fair BB appears to be sort of a Medieval Knight (BB of the past), and with the the c2e2 BB being black in shiny black armor, with gold nails & fringe highlighting, w/ a futuristic laser type gun, he appears to be a Space Warrior or Futuristic Soldier (BB of different universe or future). So these could be excuses to keep them separate from the actual line. Perhaps this armor covers up their alternate verse affiliation and/or rub? Of course we know taking them apart reveals no rub or symbol, but from evidence with promos of the past, we know that the same care of detail isnt always applied, leaving it to the imagination. Especially when the future of the new BB MM line is still in an infant stage. Just a thought Yours? Darn it how much I want this promo gator, or excuse me, darn it how much i want these TWO promo gators. How many more exclusive convention BB promos am I going to have to add to my "sell your soul" list? If anyone can help me out with obtaining these two mates, let's talk. BB have always been some of my fav figs & I'd trade A LOT for these guys. Entire Marvel Zombies MM collection MIB? TOMY TRON Figure MOC? Sky Commanders MOC? Mint Garbage Pail Kids Cards? Beautiful Mint Chase Comic Trading Cards?... or dare I say, pieces I've sworn to keep from my Personal Collection. Ha, you get the point. & YES, I have all these & more for anyone willing to hook up a disabled cat who cant attend these shows. Arrggghhh and a bag of too salty, too vinegary chips.

LUKE! Amazing digs, muh man! This morning I went through your customs thread from pg 1 - current & your work is stunning. You are indeed a master of your craft, buddy. Ha, something else I noticed, and you may have too by now, but has anyone else seen how coincidental it is that Luke seems to put out a custom that not too far thereafter, Art Asylum seems to put out out the same character as one of their own, just modified? I would never have noticed this if I hadn't gone through everything in order, and who knows, maybe I'm just a looney bird ( I was abducted once, lol bs) & may be reading this all wrong, but there's no doubt they are watching you and if they like something a lot, they make it official. Ha, now if I find out you actually design for Art Asylum I'm gonna feel really stupid. But yeah, I'm indubitably impressed and when the time comes, I would love to call on you for a couple of customs if you had time. They're based on a couple of characters from an art series. They need to look as pro as possible (even boxed - which you are also the man with), because the goal is for these to be preliminary prototypes to be presented with the prospect of getting a limited # to be released with the exhibition debut. Believe it or not, I have a friend who may actually be able to make this happen (knock on wooden crossed fingers), as he was the cool cat responsible for helping the Serial Killer bring the Nahualli to life. All praise the num-nums! Your work is supeeerrb, Mr. Luke. Sometime, could you send me your usual custom fees? It really wouldn't be awhile before I could do this, but as of now, I know you're my #1 draft pick I'm hoping to pick up those skeleton warriors before anyone else does. Peace n' Carrots