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2016/11/11 23:28:29
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
GoatboyBeta wrote: Reading the rules I wonder if a plastic version of the Plasma Obliterator is on the horizon?
The Plasma Obliterator was always plastic, it just wasn't the typical GW plastic since it was made in China.
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Requizen wrote: Seems neat for casual games but most competitive games don't allow more than one Fortification and barely anyone uses Plasma nowadays, except Dark Angel Ravenwing who don't want to just sit behind cover.
It's a cool model tho.
$20 says there is formation network that combines the Reactor, Pipes, and Obliterator. Probably with something that makes the Gets Hot less likely.
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SickSix wrote: 40k beastmen would have been awesome. Sounds like we are getting birdmen though.
They are a type of Beastman. Beastman just means human mixed with animal. GW have stuck with goats for so long it's refreshing to see other types of Beastman, imho.
Chaos Snake men making a come back would be cool
2016/11/12 03:23:29
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
EDIT: To illustrate what I mean, a little thought experiment:
The year is 2022, a person you're introducing to the hobby elects to play Space Marines and you vaguely recall a really cool fan vehicle conversion that the GW web team gave rules too years ago you'd like to show them, but don't remember its name, subfaction, or when it was posted: how do you find the rules for the Razorback Rikarius? There's no searchable archive of content, no listing of content by faction or type, and you don't have enough information to parse a general internet search successfully, so, what; ask around and hope someone else remembers or has a copy saved? Manually browse back through thousands of blog posts, one at a time, using the calendar widget?
Yeah, exactly - bad design.
It won't be that hard to find, GW will produce the kit and it will be a standard unit for the Space Marine army, having been with them since M32...
Also, on Magnus - those aren't boob horns, it's simply a convenient place for him to rest his sword.
It never ends well
2016/11/12 10:37:06
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
SickSix wrote: 40k beastmen would have been awesome. Sounds like we are getting birdmen though.
They are a type of Beastman. Beastman just means human mixed with animal. GW have stuck with goats for so long it's refreshing to see other types of Beastman, imho.
Chaos Snake men making a come back would be cool
I would love some Snakelike Slaangors
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2016/11/12 11:41:17
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
Yeah, this is truly a sign of the Apocalypse when GW makes such an amazing ad Loved that 90s vibe, and laughed my ass off
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2016/11/12 13:02:40
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
A fantastic advert, really well done and looks like GW really is turning around. It truly must be the year of the Apocalypse and I could be a rich man if I went with my gambling gut.
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2016/11/12 13:47:47
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
JSF wrote:... this is really quite an audacious move by GW, throwing out any pretext that this is a game and that its customers exist to do anything other than buy their overpriced products for the sake of it. The naked arrogance, greed and contempt for their audience is shocking.
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2016/11/12 19:47:23
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
I was laughing all through it. That is an excellent ad. GW is really progressing in their marketing and media department.
I get a very Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon feel from it, for those that remember the awesome trailers and game. Which is a good thing. That sort of over-the-top, 80s/90s style, that now is retro and tongue-in-cheek in all the right ways.
Hopefully this is another sign of GW turning itself around, as discussed in this video;
Homebrew Imperial Guard: 1222nd Etrurian Lancers (Winged); Special Air-Assault Brigade (SAAB)
Homebrew Chaos: The Black Suns; A Medrengard Militia (think Iron Warriors-centric Blood Pact/Sons of Sek)
2016/11/12 19:56:09
Subject: Re:The next two months of games workshop releases.
LMFAO. That is so 80's. Only thing, what is with the weird accent?
Agies Grimm:The "Learn to play, bro" mentality is mostly just a way for someone to try to shame you by implying that their metaphorical nerd-wiener is bigger than yours. Which, ironically, I think nerds do even more vehemently than jocks.
Everything is made up and the points don't matter. 40K or Who's Line is it Anyway?
Auticus wrote: Or in summation: its ok to exploit shoddy points because those are rules and gamers exist to find rules loopholes (they are still "legal"), but if the same force can be composed without structure, it emotionally feels "wrong".
2016/11/12 20:39:04
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
Zed wrote: *All statements reflect my opinion at this moment. if some sort of pretty new model gets released (or if I change my mind at random) I reserve the right to jump on any bandwagon at will.
2016/11/13 01:06:49
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
Well played, GW, well played. They really are starting to become a company that I can like.
Thanks for this comment I just have changed my view.
They are passed the "well played" now. I say it was "well played" when they were showing the Magnus the Red mini and slipped in "plastic sisters". As much as I say this is "smoke and mirrors" GW is doing a great and fun job now. I always say baby steps so maybe I should stop saying "smoke and mirrors" now and let them keep doing their baby steps. Thank you for your comment it opened my eyes that GW shouldn't be rushing to get better even though I want cheaper prices right now.
Agies Grimm:The "Learn to play, bro" mentality is mostly just a way for someone to try to shame you by implying that their metaphorical nerd-wiener is bigger than yours. Which, ironically, I think nerds do even more vehemently than jocks.
Everything is made up and the points don't matter. 40K or Who's Line is it Anyway?
Auticus wrote: Or in summation: its ok to exploit shoddy points because those are rules and gamers exist to find rules loopholes (they are still "legal"), but if the same force can be composed without structure, it emotionally feels "wrong".
2016/11/13 01:18:16
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
streetsamurai wrote: Lol, that's a great ad. As said, only negative is the british accent which don't really suit the feel of the ad.
Thing is, GW is a British company, and for us Brits who remember these naff adverts from the 80's and 90's, that is exactly how ours sounded!
Nat, the Reactor Mek
Pariah Press wrote:Help! Jervis just jumped through my window, wearing a ninja costume! He's taking my 4th edition rule book! He's taking my 4th edition rule book!
2016/11/13 08:52:18
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
Well played, GW, well played. They really are starting to become a company that I can like.
Thanks for this comment I just have changed my view.
They are passed the "well played" now. I say it was "well played" when they were showing the Magnus the Red mini and slipped in "plastic sisters". As much as I say this is "smoke and mirrors" GW is doing a great and fun job now. I always say baby steps so maybe I should stop saying "smoke and mirrors" now and let them keep doing their baby steps. Thank you for your comment it opened my eyes that GW shouldn't be rushing to get better even though I want cheaper prices right now.
Glad I could help?! It's been creeping up on me of the last few months, but it's now got to the point where I actually get a little "yes!" Moment when I see that they've posted something new up and not because it means there is a new product coming out, but just for the entertainment value of the announcement in and of itself. They still have further to go, but fundamentally it feels like the creatives are back in charge (or at least have a strong voice again) and they've regained the ability to not take themselves too seriously.
Zed wrote: *All statements reflect my opinion at this moment. if some sort of pretty new model gets released (or if I change my mind at random) I reserve the right to jump on any bandwagon at will.
2016/11/13 09:24:14
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
Loopstah wrote: Any ideas when we can expect leaks of the Xmas megaforce contents? Don't want to buy to much now in case they are a better deal.
The most recent rumour is that they will be next weekends preorder. If so, we should get info tomorrow. Failing that they will be in the new white dwarf. Info from that should start appearing in a week or so.
There is also a good chance of a black Friday sale this year. Unless you want one of the new releases, I would wait.
2016/11/13 10:53:09
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
Loopstah wrote: Any ideas when we can expect leaks of the Xmas megaforce contents? Don't want to buy to much now in case they are a better deal.
The most recent rumour is that they will be next weekends preorder. If so, we should get info tomorrow. Failing that they will be in the new white dwarf. Info from that should start appearing in a week or so.
There is also a good chance of a black Friday sale this year. Unless you want one of the new releases, I would wait.
Is this an actual rumour or you just guessing?
warboss wrote: Is there a permanent stickied thread for Chaos players to complain every time someone/anyone gets models or rules besides them? If not, there should be.
2016/11/13 10:59:49
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
Loopstah wrote: Any ideas when we can expect leaks of the Xmas megaforce contents? Don't want to buy to much now in case they are a better deal.
The most recent rumour is that they will be next weekends preorder. If so, we should get info tomorrow. Failing that they will be in the new white dwarf. Info from that should start appearing in a week or so.
There is also a good chance of a black Friday sale this year. Unless you want one of the new releases, I would wait.
Is this an actual rumour or you just guessing?
It is an actual rumour, but it is just a rumour. As I said if you wait till people start getting white Dwarfs a week on Monday, you will have a pretty good idea what is coming for the rest of the year
2016/11/13 11:00:10
Subject: The next two months of games workshop releases.
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Loved that 90s vibe, and laughed my ass off 
Homebrew Imperial Guard: 1222nd Etrurian Lancers (Winged); Special Air-Assault Brigade (SAAB)
Homebrew Chaos: The Black Suns; A Medrengard Militia (think Iron Warriors-centric Blood Pact/Sons of Sek) 
