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2019/12/02 08:54:57
Subject: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
Yea looks like you'll need to make some swaps to just get bowmen, an injection of new models into the world supply might make prices come down on auction websites as well.
2019/12/06 21:51:15
Subject: Re: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
Well this is interesting, previously unreleased model becoming available anyone? Also worth noting that the models are being done in metal, even ones that were in finecast before.
This was what I put on Reddit, but here's my thoughts on the supplement release:
Positives:
Isengard command packs grouped more logically into armoured and scout packs. Returning miniatures aplenty in these (especially the scout banner and alternate shaman).
[list] Scout Uruk with the axe is back/released. These were so hard to get hold of, great addition to the range.
These Isengard command packs contain miniatures that had previously been moved from metal to resin are now back as metal! Never thought I would see this, and I guess that quashes the rumours that GW destroyed all the original metal moulds back in 2012 with Finecast?
Good re-releases for Rohan in terms of heroes. More variety is always welcome
The terrain kits look incredible and versatile
Dunlendings return! With additional characters from FW hopefully?
The scenarios and legions from the sourcebook sound great, especially by giving a focus on a pure Uruk army, and the additions to siege rules!
Negatives:
Price increases across the board. Cavalry prices are becoming ridiculous, especially for Rohan Royal guard which are a must buy with Theoden led forces. Per model they've effectively gone up by £1.80, for sculpts from 2002 with very limited poses. In the armoured Uruk command group they've removed a model- put in another banner bearer or captain sculpt at least!
Feral Uruks at £15?!
Not applicable to most, but I would like the option to buy some of the Dunlendings piecemeal given I already own 6 of the warriors with shields from when they were last on sale. Buying the large pack will leave me with lots of a conversion fodder/painting practice I guess? I suppose the pack is inline with the warband groupings for battle companies.
Also per GW:
In a tangentially related topic, a few weeks ago we mentioned that some of the Middle-earth kits would be cycling out of the range to make way for all the new and returning goodies. Right now that’s taking place, with the following kits sailing into the west – at least for now:
Wood Elf Command
Wood Elf Sentinels
Arnor Command
Warriors of Arnor
King Arvedui & Malbeth the Seer
Mahud King
Mahud Raiders
Mahud Warriors
Mahud Warriors with Blowpipes
Barrow Wights
Gulahvar, the Terror of Arnor
Dead Marsh Spectres
Shade
While some (or all) of these may return to the range in the future, if you want to add them to your collect in the near future, pick them up right now while stocks last.
Some already have gone from the UK store so act quickly I guess.
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2019/12/07 19:23:00
Subject: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
The strangest thing with these re-releases is not the price increases (I mean.. it's GW), but the sheer inconsistency of them.
-The hero blisters (foot and mounted variants) are around the same price they have been for many years, which is excellent.
-The warband sets of infantry, though in some cases not ideal when only interested in a few with a specific weapon option, are good value overall.
-The Sons of Eorl are hit by a marginal price increase (assuming they were the same price as other metal cavalry before).
-But then the Royal Guard are more expensive than that, despite being a repack that includes more figures?
-And the Ferals.. I don't even know where to begin with the Ferals. A 60% price increase compared to what they were/other comparable packs? Twice the price of the Wildmen of Dunland the webstore conveniently places them next to for easy comparison. Ridiculous.
2019/12/07 21:17:49
Subject: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
The isengard dice already sold out? christ man, they haven't even been up for pre order for half a day. Why aren't these not limited to 1 or 2 per person/order? These are just going to be relisted elsewhere for 40$+
2019/12/07 21:19:03
Subject: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
Thargrim wrote: The isengard dice already sold out? christ man, they haven't even been up for pre order for half a day. Why aren't these not limited to 1 or 2 per person/order? These are just going to be relisted elsewhere for 40$+
Oh they sold out by 10:01 in the UK.
Preorders are supposed to go Live at 10:00, but apparently they went up early by at least 09:56. I logged in at 09:59. Tried to Checkout at 10:01.
gak out of luck.
For months people have been telling me its my fault for not being online at 10am. Well this time I was and I still fething missed out. Thanks for moving the goalposts GW.
Thats 4 releases in a row now that I've missed out on Cards, Dice etc. It shouldn't be this damn hard to give my money to a business.
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2019/12/07 23:40:19
Subject: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
From my understanding, they've failed to make the dice a maximum of 1 pack per order. If that's true, it's no wonder they sell out within minutes. While some customers might want an additional set for themselves or a friend, by allowing somebody to just purchase 10 at once you're only ever helping the scalpers.
Khorne cares not from where the blood flows, and I guess GW cares not from where the money flows, only that it flows without cease for all eternity.
Dunlendings look nice enough, though I'm not a fan of the standard barbarian/viking style they've gone for (and already went for with the initial metal warriors of Dunland). Something Dark Age Celtic inspired as somewhat hinted to in the books would simply have been more interesting and unique, though I'm sure vikings will be more recognizable and better sellers. Still, good to see them finally have enough choices to really be a viable faction on their own - it's about time!
2019/12/08 10:45:23
Subject: Middle-earth SBG - Rerelease of lots of minis
Ignispacium wrote: Is it safe to assume these new Dunlendings are forgeworld models?
Yeah they will be.
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Slinky wrote: The Uruk Hai scout commanders are already "temporarily out of stock", so I will delay my order until they have got round to casting some more
I'm not surprised, that two handed captain came out of nowhere and that's always been the more popular shaman sculpt.
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I see the Wildmen of Dunland and Dunlending warband hiding in that list! That's fantastic!
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