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Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 06:39:53


Post by: AgeOfEgos


Yeah, I guess I could use more shrink-wrapped boxes to sit on my shelf;

http://gorillatactics.org/joomla/

LandRaiders for 33 bucks?
Drop pods for 18 bucks?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 07:30:46


Post by: Ork


How much is shipping? Do they offer a flat rate like Neal at TWS?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 08:01:15


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


Banned in Red China. Interesting.

Seems they banned or rebanned a lot of sites today.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 08:03:18


Post by: Daggermaw


probably because it's called guerilla tactics?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 08:15:17


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


Who knows. They ban some sites at the server level so if it's sharing a server with pr0n or gambling or politically unacceptable sites it may be caught up in the same net.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 10:43:51


Post by: Sgt.Roadkill


no pron in china? i pity you Kid, although homemade is probs better


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 12:40:00


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


Yeah far cry from Japan.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 13:19:18


Post by: H.B.M.C.


You need to get reassigned. Diplomatic immunity can be put to far better uses in Japan.

BYE


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 13:30:26


Post by: groz


Has anyone done business with these guys? The site seems suspect.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 13:31:58


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


H.B.M.C. wrote:You need to get reassigned. Diplomatic immunity can be put to far better uses in Japan.

BYE


Don't talk to me about assignments...

Just don't...


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 13:50:32


Post by: Necros


Why does this always happen when I'm outta cash?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 15:31:53


Post by: AgeOfEgos


groz wrote:Has anyone done business with these guys? The site seems suspect.


I've ordered from them before, they're legit. Just not the best web design is all..


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 16:10:15


Post by: mikhaila


Necros wrote:Why does this always happen when I'm outta cash?


Guess I shouldn't tell you about all the stuff that we've got on sale for 40% off tomorrow.

See you at 5 a.m.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 16:51:19


Post by: Alpharius


I wonder how best to determine what will be available at 40% off?

Anyone know for sure?

I'll be placing a large order though, that's for certain!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 17:41:31


Post by: Necros


mikhaila wrote:
Necros wrote:Why does this always happen when I'm outta cash?


Guess I shouldn't tell you about all the stuff that we've got on sale for 40% off tomorrow.

See you at 5 a.m.


Don't worry I'll be there But all I need is a box of skinks

Then I gotta run across the street to toys are us (yuck) and then all my xmas shopping is done!

but then now that I think about it..... a $57 baneblade or 12 sounds nice...


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 18:05:52


Post by: konversionz


Thats the poorest design on a webstore ive ever seen...and i couldnt find any prices on there.

Also i dont believe they can actually do %40 off the rrp...and i know all of GWS trade prices.

If it's 40% off, it seems to me it's a "going out of business" sale and personally i wouldnt trust that.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 18:08:51


Post by: konversionz


"LandRaiders for 33 bucks?"

Gws trade price is more than that.I wouldnt trust it at all.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 18:31:49


Post by: Typeline


Kid_Kyoto wrote:Banned in Red China. Interesting.

Seems they banned or rebanned a lot of sites today.


Is there like a "Banninated!" page you see when you try to click it? If so, link plx.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 19:35:40


Post by: warboss


has anyone actually successfully ordered from them? just making sure this isn't a scam. although my knowledge of the internet is far from complete, i've never heard of this store.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 19:56:25


Post by: proximity


arent they one of the dakka sponsor links that flash at the top of your screen ?

Pretty sure from memory that theyre giving away a voucher in the deff kopta conversion comp too, so I would doubt theyre a scam mate ;O


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 21:16:40


Post by: Necros


never ordered from them but I've heard of them and I think they post here often.. I doubt it's a scam. Maybe they just want to unload stuff at or near cost for them in hopes that you'll order other things or come back for repeat busienss.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 21:28:35


Post by: konversionz


Well good point....i guess i just think "if it's too good to be true then it is"...and i know the gw trade price on a landraider is more than $33.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 22:26:20


Post by: Ork


Hmm I don't know. It's going to be a huge future business maker for them if they do this right. On the other hand, if this is a scam...


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/27 23:03:46


Post by: Clthomps


Anyone know if army boxes count in this sale? I know they are only avalible from GW for a while before they stop offering them.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 01:45:01


Post by: Mattlov


konversionz wrote:Well good point....i guess i just think "if it's too good to be true then it is"...and i know the gw trade price on a landraider is more than $33.


$33 AFTER the 40% off.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 01:49:12


Post by: Warmaster Primus


konversionz wrote:
Also i dont believe they can actually do %40 off the rrp...and i know all of GWS trade prices.

If it's 40% off, it seems to me it's a "going out of business" sale and personally i wouldnt trust that.


I've been at their physical store and for some events they do 40% off. While it doesn't make money, how else do you get your name spread when trying to compete against the warstore?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 01:51:43


Post by: Warmaster Primus


Ork wrote:Hmm I don't know. It's going to be a huge future business maker for them if they do this right. On the other hand, if this is a scam...


In terms of credibility, one of the GTGU dudes posts on here. You could send him a PM. They also sponsored a dakka dakka contest.

As a side, i dont' work for GTGU. I just know some of the guys. Their gamers and are trying to break into a pretty fierce online market.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 01:56:23


Post by: konversionz


I know matt, but games workshop dont even sell them to independant stockists for $33.Thats all i'm saying.

I'm not trying to put anyone off, just stating what i know to be the case.Perhaps theyre making room for new xmas stock and so selling at a loss.

Someone above said theyd used them and had no problems so go for it if you folks want to.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 02:00:44


Post by: konversionz


True, i guess it's hard to compete against the warstore, and so they have to give big discounts...but selling at a loss?...

The warstore is only site on the entire internet which GW allows to ignore their trade terms regarding the splitting up of boxed sets whilst keeping a trade account with them.I never really saw it as fair but good on them i guess.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 03:26:15


Post by: mikhaila


konversionz wrote:I know matt, but games workshop dont even sell them to independant stockists for $33.Thats all i'm saying.


Assuming that GTGU is associated with a store that has an account with GW, then they get a 45% discount on standard product. Bitz, figure cases, direct only items, and special editions like the ammo crate are at a lesser discount.

Selling a 55.00 landraider for 33.00 nets them about 2.75. Technically a profit, as long as they charge the buyer shipping, but pretty much a break even if you throw in Paypal charges, CC charges, etc.

Possibly worthwhile if you're trying to get people to try you out. Not smart business to do very often. I've got a ton of stuff I'm blowing out at my shop at 40% off, but it's stuff like spear heads and big army boxes. Once they are gone, I won't be re-ordering them, as most aren't available from GW anymore. I'm essentially getting back my money on them, and clearing up space for other things. These guys may need to reduce inventory, or may be doing it for advertising purposes.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 04:04:43


Post by: Alpharius


Well, I'll be giving them a chance.

I'll let you know how it all works out!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 04:17:56


Post by: Arander


Ditto here. Me and a few friends were planning on placing a large order with the Warstore anyways, and this deal came at the perfect time. The fact that (according to the area code of their phone number) they are located in Michigan with my group, makes it nice to help out a "local" game store.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 05:03:27


Post by: Ratbarf


Okay, how do I check for items? All it says is check if you are interested in a product?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 12:04:24


Post by: JohnHwangDD


OK, so what's the shipping?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 12:45:39


Post by: Alpharius


One thing is, you'll get a PayPal invoice *before* you actually pay, so if something seems fishy, I suppose you could always back out then?

Still not 100% sure on how it all works though...


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 13:35:51


Post by: AgeOfEgos


You call/email what you want. They send you a paypal invoice and you pay.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 14:34:07


Post by: jamsessionein


Let me just chip in here.

I figured I'd go out on a limb and place an order with 'em. I sent the invoice for the things I wanted to their e-mail about 30 minutes ago, and just got a response back.

Their site says to assume a minimum of $10 shipping fees. However, mine actually came out to less than that. To quote the invoice:


and the $10 shipping is an ASSUMED minimum, yours actually came up less!


I'm ending up paying roughly $8 for an order including 4 boxed sets, which ain't that bad. The shipping was actually what was putting me off placing an order with them, but I figured it'd be worth a try anyway.

Their invoicing (and the mathematics of said invoice) are all accurate, and I think they're more legitimate than the site's appearance might lead one to believe.

We'll see how long it takes for the parts to arrive.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 14:42:18


Post by: Dropkick_Murphy


I gave them a shot and placed an order with them. They gave me a call to let me know that 2 of the items I ordered were direct only items and that it would take a week to get them. They just wanted to make sure I still wanted them. I thought that was pretty cool.

The guy I spoke with seemed like a nice guy, and sounds legit.

I purchased a ton of crap cause it was too good to pass up on that price.

I'll let you guys know how it turns out.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 15:07:27


Post by: Kesher


konversionz wrote:True, i guess it's hard to compete against the warstore, and so they have to give big discounts...but selling at a loss?...


I wouldn't even call this competing, as Mike stated about basically taking a loss by selling a LR at $33 is business suicide. However it gets you noticed and yes it will get you some customers.

However- masking your identity and being difficult to contact (the 5 times I've called over the last two months) doesn't look good in my book.
I'd rather order from someone who
1. I know
2. Has been around and isn't going to just disappear like one of the hundreds of previous online business implosions.
3. Is easy to deal with.

I guarantee GW isn't too happy with him either, maybe that's why hes masking his identity.

(and by masking I mean not stating your name or giving any clear indication of who the person is you are dealing with, either in forum posts or on your site, as well as using a registrant to get a domain name- thereby not giving any contact info away about who the owner of a particular domain is. The only reference I even found to a real name for GT is a signature of "michael" on a post about Gorilla Con.)


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 15:35:29


Post by: Equinox


Where do I find the email address that I have to use for this sale? I am getting old and can't seem to find it.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 17:23:16


Post by: Alpharius


All the necessary info is on this page:

http://gorillatactics.org/joomla/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=45&Itemid=30

You'll need to create an account, and then e-mail your list to:

gtgamersunion@gmail.com

Good luck!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 19:10:16


Post by: GorillaTactics


konversionz wrote:Thats the poorest design on a webstore ive ever seen...and i couldnt find any prices on there.

Also i dont believe they can actually do %40 off the rrp...and i know all of GWS trade prices.

If it's 40% off, it seems to me it's a "going out of business" sale and personally i wouldnt trust that.



ILL AGREE WITH POOREST DESIGN EVER - WE HAVE THAT ON THE AGENDA AS #1 THING TO FIX - RIGHT AFTER OUR GORILLA CON EVENT!

HOWEVER IT IS NOT A WEBSTORE!

and we are not going out of business, im just really nice



and thank you to Alpharius for beating me to the page references, that was nice of you!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 19:22:52


Post by: JohnHwangDD


Paypal-only?

Never mind.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 19:29:17


Post by: Mezmaron


Is the Realm of Battle Gameboard available? How much?

Mez


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 19:47:08


Post by: mikhaila


Kesher wrote:
konversionz wrote:True, i guess it's hard to compete against the warstore, and so they have to give big discounts...but selling at a loss?...



I guarantee GW isn't too happy with him either, maybe that's why hes masking his identity.

(and by masking I mean not stating your name or giving any clear indication of who the person is you are dealing with, either in forum posts or on your site, as well as using a registrant to get a domain name- thereby not giving any contact info away about who the owner of a particular domain is. The only reference I even found to a real name for GT is a signature of "michael" on a post about Gorilla Con.)


Not really too difficult to match them up to someone.

-Gorilla Con is in Michigan
-Direct only items can only be ordered by stores with accounts with GW.
-Stores with accounts are listed in the back of White Dwarf
-Checked stores in Michigan in White Dwarf
-One phone number matched the phone number for a shop called 'Planeswalkers Magic Hat'.

They've been in business for a bit, and seem active in the local community.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 19:57:48


Post by: GorillaTactics


The realm of battle is not 40% off. (only if, right?)

it is $235 shipped and it has to ship by itself due to its size and 30lb weight

and GW actually knows us, and we have a great releationship!

.... c'mon guys - black friday only comes once a year!
And do not forget this is not limited to just GW stuff, actually the number of warmachine orders right now outweighs all GW orders! and then there have been several for WoW minis.


Does it say magic "HAT" in the white dwarf?

but yes, I actually just became the 100% owner of GTGU because i found it was already a mirror image of what i was doing for a military service member support program, so i figured to go for the strength in numbers theory and absorb control of thier college level gamer clubs (thats where all the warmachine/hordes orders been going!), and am looking to open a pure GTGU store & event center (to host 1000+ people at once!) in another location somewhere in the near future (next summer if we're lucky).

I only wish the dang website wasnt so.... "lame" sums it up - but im fixing that soon.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 20:07:33


Post by: Teek


Not paypal only, I just placed a cc order myself. You include your phone# in the order email and they call to verify payment.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 21:54:20


Post by: mikhaila


and am looking to open a pure GTGU store & event center (to host 1000+ people at once!) in another location somewhere in the near future (next summer if we're lucky).

Awesome. Good luck with that. Having an event center like that would have people driving from several states away. Great opportunity to host large scale events on a regular basis.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 22:11:05


Post by: Axyl


I was actually about to place an order at the warstore, but decided to do some more searching and came across this thread.

Thanks Gorilla Tactics for keeping us starving college students gaming! Emailed an order about 15 mins ago.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 22:47:25


Post by: mikhaila


Does it say magic "HAT" in the white dwarf?

ack, no, my bad. Make that 'magic bag'. I blame having to be at work at 5am, and many, many cups of coffee in my system.

But to sum something up for anyone wondering if they should put an order in: 40% off is the point where someone is GIVING the stuff to you. So unless someone's going out of business, that's a darn fine deal. Buy lots, buy often, and do your patriotic duty to get the economy healthy!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/28 22:58:58


Post by: DaBoss


I for one wont be looking this gift horse in the mouth. Compiling a list of goodies right now.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 04:07:14


Post by: Clthomps


I just ordered also

I got my brother a Tyranid Assault Swarm (the army box with the 3 fex), and I ordered some stuff to make a Savlar Chem Dog Army =)


Should be a merry christmas for me!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 05:13:14


Post by: DFK!


I placed an order, being pretty apprehensive about doing so I must say.

If the guy is a scam artist, he's a really personable one, and seemed to be doing this more to get people out there to hear about the charity "Gorilla Con" than anything else.

I'll post again once my order actually arrives. I'll also point out to anybody who may have ordered with Amex: Amex has fraud protection on even the most basic cards, so even if this isn't legit in the long run you can protest it. FYI.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 05:48:18


Post by: bluedevil27


Its legit. I've ordered from them two times (reasonably large orders as well). I think everyone will be very happy who ordered. I assume there might be some delays in getting the order, because I'm assuming they probably got 100-200 orders today for Black Friday. I'm sure its going to take time to get everything and to make sure everything gets packed correctly.

Some people may not get exactly what they ordered due to the large volume of orders, but I would think Gorillatactics will try to fix it if you call them and let them know.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 09:08:23


Post by: Centurionpainting


Is it only for friday or during this weekend? Its too late for me now but if the sale goes all weekend I will buy a massive quantity of stuff.....


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 09:28:55


Post by: Dropkick_Murphy


bluedevil27 wrote: I assume there might be some delays in getting the order, because I'm assuming they probably got 100-200 orders today for Black Friday. I'm sure its going to take time to get everything and to make sure everything gets packed correctly.


I spoke with the owner at around 5am about some items on my order and he told me he already had about 200 orders (emails), so I assume they got a whole lot more after that.




Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 11:17:49


Post by: Kid_Kyoto


konversionz wrote:True, i guess it's hard to compete against the warstore, and so they have to give big discounts...but selling at a loss?...

The warstore is only site on the entire internet which GW allows to ignore their trade terms regarding the splitting up of boxed sets whilst keeping a trade account with them.I never really saw it as fair but good on them i guess.


As I understand it since they don't sell complete products online it's all kosher. But I'm not up on GW's latest.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 15:58:02


Post by: AgeOfEgos


Kesher wrote:
konversionz wrote:True, i guess it's hard to compete against the warstore, and so they have to give big discounts...but selling at a loss?...


I wouldn't even call this competing, as Mike stated about basically taking a loss by selling a LR at $33 is business suicide. However it gets you noticed and yes it will get you some customers.

Ho



I've seen this multiple times now, am I mistaken or is GW markup 45%? Five years ago, I'm quite sure it was...but I don't know what the mark is set at currently. However, at 45% markup...he's still making 5% + getting name recognition + nickle/dimes from shipping costs. I think this is an aggressive (and good) idea to break into the market.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 17:05:45


Post by: mikhaila


Kid_Kyoto wrote:
konversionz wrote:True, i guess it's hard to compete against the warstore, and so they have to give big discounts...but selling at a loss?...

The warstore is only site on the entire internet which GW allows to ignore their trade terms regarding the splitting up of boxed sets whilst keeping a trade account with them.I never really saw it as fair but good on them i guess.


As I understand it since they don't sell complete products online it's all kosher. But I'm not up on GW's latest.


Some bad information here.

Warstore is not allowed to ignore GW's trade terms. Far from it. There is some pretty good pressure put on GW Trade Sales to make sure Warstore does play by the rules. Neal has been pretty creative over the years in challenging and bending those rules, but if he breaks them or ignores them, GW comes down on him.

Answering another question: GW's current discount to Trade accounts is 45%, and generally will include free shipping. Nothing new, same deal for the last decade. Stores that choose to not order directly from GW will pay a higher price when ordering through a middleman or distributor.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/29 22:01:43


Post by: GorillaTactics


w00t!

just made the last phone call!

We all just wanted to say thank you for the support, this went well even with the suprises, and the few "slight issues".
Everybody that we spoke to on the phone was very kind.

Proves people are generally good, and also several gamers out there are going to get some awesome holiday gifts!
About 30% of the orders were not for the person paying for it!
That was cool (I wonder if you would wrap the strike force or just stick a bow on it?)



Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/11/30 11:58:05


Post by: Dropkick_Murphy


Thanks again for the awesome deal man! I really appreciate it. I just started playing and found it hard to get everything I needed to start playing, but this deal made it so I can have not only what I needed, but lots of stuff I wanted.

If you had this promotion with the intention of snagging new customers, guess what, you got one, and many more I assume.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/02 15:26:38


Post by: Clthomps


Everyone that ordered from here please let us know when your package arrives (and what goodies you got).


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 03:01:06


Post by: Arander


Clthomps wrote:Everyone that ordered from here please let us know when your package arrives (and what goodies you got).


I'm hoping to see stuff by the end of the week. If everything comes in Thursday from GW like the guys hope, I'm close enough for FedEx to deliver in one day so may see it Friday afternoon. Just from the pleasant ordering experience I've had with these guys already, they've got my vote for future purchases.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 03:09:46


Post by: Buzzsaw


Just out of curiosity, have people received follow up emails after paying their invoices? I ordered and paid on Friday and haven't heard anything else, should I send them an email to check up on things?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 03:54:03


Post by: bluedevil27


When I talked to them, they said that they expect to ship my order out Thursday. I believe they put the orders in Sat. and probably received it around nowish and need probably a day to sort it out.

I've ordered from them in the past and they have always communicated if there was a delay in direct orders or anything. As long as you ordered stock items, I would think that yoru shipment should be sent out Thursday or Friday to be delivered mid-next week.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 03:55:02


Post by: Dropkick_Murphy


Buzzsaw wrote:Just out of curiosity, have people received follow up emails after paying their invoices? I ordered and paid on Friday and haven't heard anything else, should I send them an email to check up on things?


I made two separate orders, paid via paypal and got an email receipt not too long after. If you paid via credit card I'm not sure how that works.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 04:08:49


Post by: Necros


GorillaTactics wrote:I only wish the dang website wasnt so.... "lame" sums it up - but im fixing that soon.


I design websites for a living. I'll gladly build yours for you, you can pay me with a realm of battle and maybe some COD stuff I need to get my Leviathan finished


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 15:33:41


Post by: Alpharius


You should take him up on the offer!

I also ordered a ton of stuff, paid via PayPal and have also had a few e-mails back and forth to clarify a few things.

Everything seems fine so far and if all goes well, their ultimate aim (if it was their ultimate aim!) of attracting more long term customers with a short term crazy sale will work!

Well, at least for me!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 15:41:36


Post by: Clthomps


I already have another order to place as long as the first order comes in with no problems


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 16:29:54


Post by: DaBoss


I'm still awaiting my items. I made two orders on Friday. The nice guys at Gorilla actually gave me the discount on the Advanced Order Orks stuff, so I got me a Battlewagon for the price of a Trukk and some other Ork goodies I get to look forward to. Their customer support has been very friendly and helpful. They accepted a slight delay in payment on my part with not so much as a wink and have been updating me on a regular basis as to the status of my order and answer emails within an hour of receiving them. Because my non-Advanced Order items included some Direct Only items, of which they also gave a good discount on, they will not be shipping until Friday. For all those who had the unfortunate luck of dealing with some real online retailer slime like The Drop Zone, I can understand people being wary of the new guy offering something almost too good to be true. Well, I, among many, decided to take a gamble on this latest shop and will be more than happy to let you know how it turns out.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/03 18:10:43


Post by: Ozymandias


Still awaiting your items? You ordered on Friday and today is Wedneday. If it takes a few days to ship the items (maybe a little more cause of the holiday rush) and then a few to several days in transit, you probably need to wait a bit longer for the items to get to you.

Ozymandias, King of Kings


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/04 08:03:15


Post by: DaBoss


As I said in my post, due to me including a Direct Order item, they will be unable to ship out my order until Friday. The delay is entirely of my own making.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/04 10:46:09


Post by: Tacobake


maaan I want some Land Raiders.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/04 16:55:31


Post by: bluedevil27


That was smart of you to negotiate the get the new ork stuff at the 40% discount too. I'm mad that I didn't think of that. At least it will be 30% off once they can sell them in January.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/08 19:42:59


Post by: Alpharius


So, has anyone received their "Black Friday" orders yet?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 00:21:12


Post by: Grimaldi


Haven't seen mine yet.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 00:23:10


Post by: jamsessionein


Mine hasn't arrived. I e-mailed 'em two days ago to ask about it:

Hi there.

I'm just writing to check up on the status and progress of the order I placed on Black Friday. Particularly, I'm interested in whether or not it has shipped yet. If it has, can you please tell me when? Conversely, if it has not, can you give me an idea as to when I can expect shipment?

Thanks


hey Adam,

it has not because GW was slow to get us stock in and we just recieved the stuff about 2 hours ago.

Some of the smller orders (like yours) will go out today, and the rest will go out Tuesday!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 00:23:20


Post by: Ozymandias


Isn't that unusual. I haven't seen the order from Neil yet either. With the holiday and the huge order volume (plus the normal shipment time) it may be over a week before the stuff arrives.

Ozymandias, King of Kings


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 03:44:09


Post by: bluedevil27


As Oz said, the holiday season may delay shipping a bit. Have they replied back to your emails? I would expect people to be getting their orders this week. They are in Michigan, and I believe they sihp everything FedEx ground. I'm in Chicago, and I think I should be getting them Wednesday (earliest tomorrow).


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 17:49:00


Post by: Arander


I just got an email from them saying the order had shipped out today. Considering I'm in Michigan as well, Fedex should have it here for me tomorrow. For getting as swamped as I'm sure they did with orders, having stuff shipping out this quickly is a huge thumbs up in their direction. I'm certainly going to be giving them more of my business in the future.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 20:49:40


Post by: Alpharius


Arander wrote:I just got an email from them saying the order had shipped out today. Considering I'm in Michigan as well, Fedex should have it here for me tomorrow. For getting as swamped as I'm sure they did with orders, having stuff shipping out this quickly is a huge thumbs up in their direction. I'm certainly going to be giving them more of my business in the future.


Same here!

Received my shipping confirmation and tracking number today.

Good times!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/09 21:20:59


Post by: Gavin Thorne


I only had two items ordered and I didn't receive any messages after making payment via Paypal. I couldn't resist the idea of a $33 Monolith!

My order wasn't being shipped to my home address, so it may have arrived without my knowing.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/10 07:08:04


Post by: DaBoss


There were some hiccups in my order. Two of the models I ordered were Direct Only and was promptly refunded the amount. Tracking info was sent soon after and my order should be coming in on Monday.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/10 14:46:06


Post by: GorillaTactics


Gavin, we did ship your order out, and i see an email with tracking was sent to you - email us for particulars if you need more info


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/10 14:54:51


Post by: GorillaTactics


Status update:

as of now, all but 3 orders that should have been shipped already have been shipped, these 3 orders are not shipped because of errors of some sort

(for instance one has 2 regular SM predators - we needed 8 total, we had 5 on hand, so of the 3 we ordered from gw we recieved 3 CHOAS preds instead....)

these issues should be fixed by thursday this week.

ALL OTHER OPEN ORDERS are waiting on direct only stuff! and hopefully this should be delivered by thursday as well.

I can see that from the teams hard work, we have shipped and sent emails with tracking on 94% of the orders, so all in all we did a fairly good job in my opinion. I think we woul dhave been fooling ourselves to expect 100% of this to be done without a single issue.

If anybody has not recieved a status update please call us or email us directly

(this info was posted on top the main article at gorillatactics.org as well)


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/10 21:34:04


Post by: Arander


Just got my order via FedEx this morning. In state shipping is great for fast delivery. Everything ordered was accounted for and was packaged very efficiently. I am 110% satisfied with the guys and will most assuredly be buying from them again in the future.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/11 05:30:40


Post by: DFK!


Got all my stuff.

So did my roommate.

We were worried for a bit because of the delay between posting of CC charges and the receipt of a FedEx tracker, but we got them.

Plus they threw in two copies of White Dwarf gratis!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/11 15:53:24


Post by: GorillaTactics


Thanks guys, I just ran tracking on the other packages from monday night an looks like about 20 more should get delivered today )not sure if any of these names are people on dakka though.. no way to tell)


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/11 18:57:01


Post by: Alpharius


Mine arrived today (I'm in Massachusetts)!

Haven't had a chance to go through it, but the box was certainly large enough, so it *should* have everything I ordered in there!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/11 20:36:56


Post by: Clthomps


Mine Arrived today (upstate NY)!

everything I ordered was in the box, Fedex only damaged one blister, but I think I recovered all the parts...

one of my Battle force has warped sprues =( (I have a missile launcher shaped like a "U" now...) but obviously its GWs fault not Gorilla Tactics.

I am already putting together another order.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/12 00:00:44


Post by: Alpharius


All of my stuff did in fact arrive today, neatly packed, no damage at all.

Everything was exactly as I'd expected.

Awesome, awesome deal, and I'll definitely be ordering from them again!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/14 05:02:43


Post by: jamsessionein


Got mine. I placed a small order because I wasn't sure whether or not these guys were legit, but now I'm wishing I'd waited and got it all through 'em.

Thanks.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/14 09:37:23


Post by: NAVARRO


To bad its in the US


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/16 13:22:34


Post by: Ulsif


Well I am glad stuffed shipped held up, I probably helped to pack some of it. I was bored one day and helped put together orders at the store.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/16 14:42:39


Post by: bluedevil27


So everyone has gotten everything okay? I haven't received my purchases yet, but I've ordered from GTU a bunch of times and know that they are just waiting for some Direct Orders.

If you have any good stories .. please share it.
If you have any bad stories, please let Michael or anyone else at GorillaTactics know. I know they will do their best to make sure you are satisfied. No need to bad-mouth them for an honest mistake, they will fix it.



Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/16 18:59:37


Post by: Buzzsaw


I received my order on Thursday: well packed and in great condition. The prices are good, and the folks there responded quickly to email inquiries. That said, I have a few, not criticisms exactly, more like comments on things I think could be improved on.

- I would have liked a little more communication; after placing my order on the 28th (and paying almost immediately after), I didn't hear from anyone until a response to an email (telling me my order was waiting for a restock). My order ultimately shipped about 10 days after ordering, not unreasonable all things considered, but all the communication was initiated by me.

- Is there a plan for a more "online-store" aspect to be developed? The website is very bares bones, so to speak, and missing things like order numbers and an automated way to check order status.

Like I said, overall my experience was quite good, and I'd certainly buy from them again, just a few things marred the otherwise very nice experience.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/16 20:10:37


Post by: DaBoss


Got my stuff in yesterday. Everything was intact and packaged very securely. Gorilla Tactics has definitely won my patronage from now on. While they only communicate when they are written to, their response time in impeccable. Will be placing a new order right quick. I'll let you all know how my Ork advanced order items come in, which were also ordered on Black Friday.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/26 04:26:28


Post by: GorillaTactics


@ buzzsaw

The online store was never planned to happen under the name GORILLA TACTICS. We are applying for 5013c status to become non-profit and do charity work.

however I was just informed of some NEW NEWS this week and now and we actually are leaning toward a store, it will most likly be limited in the "click & buy" option with some things needing to be phone ordered


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/26 05:14:45


Post by: shabbadoo


I am one of the last few who's ordered product was the viticm of a fork lift blade impalement, so my 7.6 pound package of goodies is due to arrive before the end of the year.

The Gorilla Tactis lads really kept on top of things and kept me informed of what is going on.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/26 07:32:43


Post by: JohnHwangDD


@shabbadoo - that doesn't sound so good at all...

Please let us all know when it actually arrives.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2008/12/26 16:12:26


Post by: shabbadoo


Nothing bad, just delayed. I purposely requested that it be delayed until everything had arrived undamaged from GW to Gorilla Tactics. You see, I only want to have to keep an eye out for a single package delivery(KISS principle and all ). I already have a tracking number and "in transit" information from FedEx.


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/03 06:14:55


Post by: shabbadoo


It took me a while to hunt down this thread, but I wanted to make a point of replying to it.

Everything arrived on the 30th just fine, so I give Gorilla Tactics a for their efforts. Funny enough, my order arrrived in a cardboard box stamped with "Wizard's Tower" on it- a piece of terrain that I myself made the original for. That got a laugh out of me.



Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/06 18:04:16


Post by: Dropkick_Murphy


Did any of you who pre ordered the 2nd wave of Orks get a tracking number, or even get your shipment yet?


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/06 18:53:44


Post by: Alpharius


No, but then if you ordered the stuff that was coming out n the 17th (gretchin and something else I can't rememeber right now!), well, it isn't the 17th yet.

(That's what I'm waiting for!)


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/07 06:42:13


Post by: Ctan_Ajax


Status update, how be dem deals about this time of year?
I heard one 'poor college kid' like myself give a rave review: if the prices hold, then that is all I need


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/07 06:58:15


Post by: Ifurita


I got a quote from them today. 30% off of retail with $12.00 for shipping (several boxes)


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/07 14:56:15


Post by: davidjones


Wow this sounds like a great deal!

Interesting how a website design can make people suspect things nowadays - looks like our standards have all risen as 5 years ago most online stores looked dodgy!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/07 16:25:01


Post by: Alpharius


So far so good for me with Gorilla Tactics.

My "Black Friday" order arrived with no problems, and I've recently placed a large 40K Ork and Infinity order too.

Actually spoke over the phone with them too...

No complaints, and actually, many recommendation so far!


Uh, wow---Gorilla Tactics 40% off any manufactuer/game--Black Friday Sale @ 2009/01/15 00:09:29


Post by: DaBoss


As promised, I'm letting you all know that my advanced order Ork stuff arrived today that I purchased during the Black Friday sale. My $30 Battlewagon and $15 Ork Nobs came in fine condition. In retrospect, I should have ordered a hella lot more, but I know GT has more than won my patronage.