Cloneme

Come on... you really think The Man can resist those lovable little pieces of plastic crack?

I guess the question I should've asked is whether there were any unofficial (unbagged/unnumbered) Silvers out there like the Golds. If there weren't (or if there weren't that many), then maybe that'd explain why they seem "fewer" than the Golds.

Maybe DST can bring them back and/or release a Bronze Spidey next, or a Swarovski-crystal-studded Wolverine. As if we Mateheads weren't poor enough.

Yes there are unnumbered silver ones out there is the wild, probably more than the gold ones from what I know.

I don't think we will get a giveaway like gold/silver spidey again, talking to Chuck the logistics of doing it are a nightmare and they got into a lot of trouble at SDCC for the size of the lines that formed.

T.

I actually have one of the unnumbered silver spideys. But he's famous....

I was thinking of printing out a certificate of authenticity and having various people sign it like Chuck, maybe even Adam if I see him around at SDCC, hell maybe even one of the SDCC event organizers, I hear one of 'em is a huge minimates fan! Complete collection, protos, rare gems and all!

TBT!, I'd hate to have such a competitive collector have to part with these pieces, that being said, as a hardcore collector, they are truly priceless. I recall seeing them on ebay years back, silver maybe for around $800 and gold for around $600.

But in answering the thread question, I would probably pay $350 give or take a piece for them...

-CloneMe

Actually, my avatar was a somewhat recent decision (I've been around since before 06) and I've been thinking to change it to something that fits my name better. Oh, and my current avatar, from castle crashers, is the first avatar I've used. Unless there was something Donna related that I've forgotten... which is most likely true.

Anywho, I might change it to something better. Maybe Scarlet Spider as my name does involve the word "Clone."

-CloneMe

I just pooped myself...

I think you might get your wish on an alpha flight set.

I'd want a Maximum Clonage Boxset.

-The Jackal

-SpiderCide

-Kane

-Ben Reilly in Plain Clothes

That would make my day.

Welcome back CloneMe.

I too have rediscovered the Minimates passion again, so I know how you feel

Thanks Danny, I managed to stay clean for a couple of months, but the completist in me is winning out again!

-CloneMe

There were the two white Diamond Select and Art Asylum blanks from Toy Fair this year, and of course the Free Comic Book Day 2009 blank, and... Unification Spock? Those are all the promo mates I can think of.

... unless you want us to go as far back as SDCC 2008, Toy Fair 2008, The Hunt...

Those I know of, I'm good there. Thanks. Oh is the Hulk in the TRU Hulk/Abomination two pack an exclusive?

-CloneMe

Nope both are the same as the regular wave versions, they get the exclusivity by being packed together rather that as per the regular wave.

Arent you glad you aren't a packing variation collector?

T.

Oh god yes, I'm glad I'm not shanester. Okay sorry to bug with so many questions but since I have a complete collection up to 3rd quarter of last year, I can't afford to not be specific! I'm coming back!

-CloneMe

There were the two white Diamond Select and Art Asylum blanks from Toy Fair this year, and of course the Free Comic Book Day 2009 blank, and... Unification Spock? Those are all the promo mates I can think of.

... unless you want us to go as far back as SDCC 2008, Toy Fair 2008, The Hunt...

Those I know of, I'm good there. Thanks. Oh is the Hulk in the TRU Hulk/Abomination two pack an exclusive?

-CloneMe

So have they stopped doing painted prototypes, or are they just whipping up these photoshop versions so they can get buzz (and preorders) going as soon as they've made an announcement?

Yeah, I thought the picture looked a little odd. To me it looks like DDs chest and crotch are all photoshopped along with the faces and some other black areas.

Watch this Green Lantern Fan-Created Trailer. Its frakking amazing. I never would have suggested him, just didn't cross my mind. But it's brilliant.

-CloneMe

Oh good. I was half afraid this was a "They need to stop giving us exclusives because I personally can't get them all so everyone needs to suffer because of me" thread.

Yeah no.

What about comic shop exclusives/blanks. I know there was the ComcisPro any other ones like the bad apple blank?

Okay. I knew Ghostbusters were going to be one of them. Wow. So many! I'm gonna swing by my TRU today and see if there are any.

-CloneMe

So, Ive been out of "the game" for about 6 months, and I just noticed that there are a ton of TRU 2-pack exclusives, but I don't know how many! I know there is the "Wonder Man/Union Jack" "Wolverine/Agent Zero" "Punisher/Jigsaw" and "Gauntlet Tony Stark/Stealth Iron Man" sets. Is that it. Are there moer? Please let me know. Thanks!

-CloneMe

Of course, I want a Scarlet Spider Mighty Mugg. Here's what I might do with a white blank.

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Are they going to sell those?

No

T.

p.s. Care to share what number your spidey is so we can log it with the others that we know. *cynical*

I'm assuming it's an un-numbered gold Spidey like mine.

-CloneMe

I'm not saying they are fake just my personal opinion, maybe Rob from TRM would like to comment, or was this from a complete article?

The person I bought them from had access to Art Asylum and the people who worked there and was and still is a member of the industry. I won't say who he is or where he currently works but if he wants to come forward he can.

I can understand that it could be very easy to doubt me on this since I got it from an 'unnamed' source and you basically have to take my word for it. All I can say is that I do have access to folks who could have had this and as far as I know they are real.

-Rob

Trust me I understand ALL too well! Not to mention with guys on this board like Shane, TBT and me (however I speak for myself here) minimates we've never seen definitely pique our interest!

Anyway, Sorry if I came off rude. I wasn't trying to call you out I just wanted to see what you had to say about them to suppress any doubt on the mythical clear spideys. Awesome to know they are real!

Welcome aboard, don't be a stranger!

-CloneMe

Okay yeah, I think these are fake! I'm not sure, but I've been around a while but I think these aren't real. I actually have red and blue blanks that are a lot darker than the ones they issued at SDCCI this year and in the right light they look like these minus the tampo. And my fake gold spidey also shares the exact same shine and sparkle as my real one.

Now As I said I've been around a while and I do remember seeing the pic from a long way back that was of the clear spideys that leaked from the factory, I wish I had saved it, so we could compare.. Anyone?!?!

I'm not saying they are fake just my personal opinion, maybe Rob from TRM would like to comment, or was this from a complete article?

Just got an e-mail from BBTS:

BBTS - Ace of Cakes Duff Minimate Orders Cancelled

Hello! When the "Ace of Cakes" Duff Minimate was displayed at SDCC, we were of the understanding that all items displayed were available. We have since learned that the "Ace of Cakes" Duff Minimate is to be exclusive to Charm City Cakes, and not available via normal Diamond channels. We apologise for this misunderstanding, and we will be cancelling all pre-orders for this item and removing it from our site. If you have interest in this figure, we suggest you check with the Charm City Cakes website for further information. Thanks for your understanding! Joel Boblit BigBadToyStore.com

Yeah at San Diego Comic-Con, DSTMatt told me that they would only be available from CCC. That he ordered them exclusively for himself to sell yadda yadda yadda yadda. SO no surprise here, BBTS jumped the gun.

-CloneMe

Wizard World Chicago they had a couple paint tests I saw. Loose, clear red, clear and clear blue. They said they were trying something new for clear parts. Cast in clear plastic then using a clear red or clear blue or clear X paint over it to give it the right look.

Maybe it won't last who knows!?

I've tried the freezer over and ever, and it works everytime! But WHY does it work, and will it damage the figure's joints in the long run (I guess I could just put the head in)?

Now... the next problem is how do I get the big fire balls off the Invaders Human Torch hands? I pull them off and it takes the hands off with it every time!

Hot and cold make materials expand and contrast. When the stuck items are of different materials I think one expands and or contrasts more, thus giving you the chance to separate...

-CloneMe

I throw mine in the freezer than slide the helmet off after an hour or two. Works every time I've done it. Hopefully it'll work the same on the newer minis!

We had an earthquake?

I'm sitting at my desk and didn't feel a thing... ( I'm about a mile from Downtown S.D.)

T.

I'm 12 miles out of downtown, don't know where the earthquake originated from, but I didn't feel a thing... Though two minimates on the top of my computer have fallen down....

-CloneMe

PS-BHM, you're still here?!

Ah ha! I was right, so that'd be DST's exclusive!

Finally, Naked Namor!!!!!

Mind you this is only the AFX exclusive.

Where's the DST one?

I hope its more Iron Man Armors!!

Congratulations! I remember when I finally got it myself I was frikkin excited. It's a good feeling rounding out that part of your collection!