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Post by Fighter Hayabusa on Apr 6, 2023 13:34:26 GMT -5
Has anyone talked about the timing of this compared to New Gen Arena crowd fund timing? That one I feel like was in the summer and was kind of a lull in collecting. Running it at wrestlemania with other pre-sales and a never ending list of releases feels like too much money and too much to focus on at one time. I feel it makes a difference the timing. Much better than SDCC when there was so much competing for you dollar with exclusives and preorders going live across many different fandoms. Plus the Galactus Haslab was going on at the same time. And most of the preorders that went live recently don’t charge until they ship and RSC didn’t launch anything you need to get now that won’t still be available when it’s released.
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Post by Deep Figure Value on Apr 6, 2023 14:07:07 GMT -5
There've been a couple of times in this thread where I almost felt like I needed to break out my old DeepFigureValue username/gimmick from the height of the GME run.
"Given current market trends, the fact that WrestleMania is an event solely geared toward those most like to purchase wrestling figures, the value of the Yen, the fact that the number of pre-orders from this run are through charge-at-ship point vendors, and RSC's lack of upfront pre-orders tying down expendable funds in investors' collectors' wallets, the outcome is almost inarguably a situation where investors collectors can't afford to not buy in on this crowdfunding opportunity*"
* This is not fignancial advice, I am not a fignancial advisor.
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Post by Jim Cornette’s Wendy’s Order🍔 on Apr 6, 2023 14:08:33 GMT -5
Still hopeful we see this funded!
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Post by cldbld on Apr 6, 2023 14:10:34 GMT -5
Serious question. If a crowd fund is needed to get new parts made, why does Hogan not have a new belt mold? But he does. New WCW belt and new weight belt
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Post by Deep Figure Value on Apr 6, 2023 14:11:47 GMT -5
Still hopeful we see this funded! The good news is that for anyone with tempered expectations, it's still easily within reach. I'd be really surprised to see a last minute rush on account of the Hogan deadline tomorrow, but I don't think it's dead in the water is Hogan doesn't come to fruition.
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Post by cldbld on Apr 6, 2023 14:11:51 GMT -5
If there's a surge tomorrow I'll definitely back it. But if it doesn't reach atleast DDP im canceling.
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Post by 20yearbreak on Apr 6, 2023 14:14:15 GMT -5
Has anyone talked about the timing of this compared to New Gen Arena crowd fund timing? That one I feel like was in the summer and was kind of a lull in collecting. Running it at wrestlemania with other pre-sales and a never ending list of releases feels like too much money and too much to focus on at one time. I feel it makes a difference the timing. Not only that, but to the collectors who go to WrestleMania and spend thousands of dollars on a trip are not exactly in the best spot to drop another $450 on wrestling figures.
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Post by hiitsbrian on Apr 6, 2023 14:18:31 GMT -5
Anyone wanna take a guess at how many cancelations we’ll see when Hogan isn’t unlocked? I wonder how long the backer counter takes to update after someone pulls out.
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Post by aggressiveperfector on Apr 6, 2023 15:11:15 GMT -5
I can’t wait until I get my refund for this thing…because I doubt that it’s funding. And if it does knowing my luck, I’ll be stuck with a middle of the road Rey Mysterio figure and nothing else.
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Post by hb2k4life on Apr 6, 2023 15:14:29 GMT -5
Anyone wanna take a guess at how many cancelations we’ll see when Hogan isn’t unlocked? I wonder how long the backer counter takes to update after someone pulls out. way too early for that even if Hogan isn't backed. You real think the mattel team will just say "oh well" and sit on their hands for a month and let the deadline just pass? Nope, they have a plan b
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Post by NoseBleedcollectibles on Apr 6, 2023 15:24:32 GMT -5
This is still possible
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Post by Chewdeezy on Apr 6, 2023 15:31:22 GMT -5
Just because there was a plan B for New Gen Ring, doesn't mean they are going the same route. Probably won't get the extras but hopefully it's still backed.
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Post by casanova on Apr 6, 2023 15:48:08 GMT -5
Anyone wanna take a guess at how many cancelations we’ll see when Hogan isn’t unlocked? I wonder how long the backer counter takes to update after someone pulls out. way too early for that even if Hogan isn't backed. You real think the mattel team will just say "oh well" and sit on their hands for a month and let the deadline just pass? Nope, they have a plan b I like that kind pf positivity. I have backed this project today. I was number 1591. We’re now at 1646. Almost 50 in 5 hours. Whatever that means…
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Post by Deleted on Apr 6, 2023 15:59:58 GMT -5
Guys now is the time to help spread the word, if you know anyone outside WF who is into figures (even non-wrestling), or even know any non-figure-collector WCW fans who might still consider a cool display piece - send them the link. Worst case they'll find it interesting to see, even if they don't want to back it. And if you're a member of other forums with off-topic sections, post the link, try to get as many eyes on this as possible. I know some people will say Mattel should be doing more to promote it, and I do agree, but regardless please take a few seconds to copy and paste this link to a few people or a few places online. Think of it as helping your fellow WF collectors who want this. creations.mattel.com/products/wwe-ultimate-edition-wcw-monday-nitro-entrance-stage-hvf82No
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Post by carsonalt on Apr 6, 2023 16:03:35 GMT -5
If Hogan does not make, I will cancel. I have enough Reys and do not want another WCW version even if it is ultimate. $400+tax and S/H for a ridiculously awesome stage and a figure I do not want is not worth it. Hogan and Rey only it is still not really worth it but I need two figures minimum to feel in the ball park of it being justified.
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Post by ilovejcp86 on Apr 6, 2023 16:27:56 GMT -5
Lol what a flop by Mattel here.
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Post by Jim Cornette’s Wendy’s Order🍔 on Apr 6, 2023 16:32:13 GMT -5
I’ll have to say, this board use to be WAY more fun. Seem like just a TON of negativity across the board here now.
It’s like people WANT to see this fail for some strange reason
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Post by jokerjohn on Apr 6, 2023 16:34:21 GMT -5
I wonder what the numbers would be right now if the international buyers weren't looking at a substantial price hike. It also doesn't help when they talk about all the upcoming WCW and and attitude era figures that we won't be able to get. It's like a slap in the face.
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Post by jokerjohn on Apr 6, 2023 16:36:20 GMT -5
I’ll have to say, this board use to be WAY more fun. Seem like just a TON of negativity across the board here now. It’s like people WANT to see this fail for some strange reason It's hard to be positive about something you don't like and clearly there are many people who are unhappy for different reasons but I also see many of those same people wishing this success even though they don't think it will happen.
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Post by hiitsbrian on Apr 6, 2023 16:43:17 GMT -5
I’ll have to say, this board use to be WAY more fun. Seem like just a TON of negativity across the board here now. It’s like people WANT to see this fail for some strange reason So the people not into this shouldn’t explain why? The forums would be boring as Hell without differences of opinions.
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