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2020/08/05 11:27:13
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices. Warhammer is full of tantalising mysteries. Who are the lost Primarchs? What is the Emperor? Why do hobbyists still pretend they’re going into Warhammer stores to “just pick up a pot of paint”? Today, we have another mystery for you – what’s in the Supply Drop?
The answer is simple – mysterious models at a price you can’t miss.
Introducing Warhammer Supply Drops Warhammer Supply Drop is a new kind of bundle that’s available right now on our webstore. Each Supply Drop will be a hand-picked collection of products fitting a certain theme. The best bit? You’ll save a whopping 50% compared to what you’d pay getting the kits separately.
Can’t choose your next army? Let fate decide! Looking for a selection of models to paint as one-off projects? This is a great way to challenge yourself! Bitz box looking barren? Supercharge it with this bundle!
The content of your Supply Drop is dependent on where you are in the world – so, if you get multiple sets, you’ll get the same stuff. Additionally, each Supply Drop will have a theme to give you some idea of what you’re getting. This time around, we’re bringing you the Imperium Supply Drop and the Warhammer Underworlds supply drop.
Everything in these sets is great and chances are, even if you don’t use it all yourself, you’ll be able to swap with friends to secure even more cool kits and accessories.
Supply Drop will only be available in certain territories this time around so, unfortunately, fans in the US and Canada won’t be able to take advantage of this offer this time around. Keep an eye out, though – you never know what the future might bring!
While we may do more Supply Drops in the future, these two won’t be around forever. Make sure to order yours right now! Remember – subscribers to our newsletter get regular updates when new stuff goes on sale, so join our mailing list to be notified.
GW clearly wants players to feel a sense of pride and accomplishment for playing Imperium etc etc you all know the memes by now.
Awful, awful unscrupulous business practice. Almost certainly a stock dump for suckers, and even if it isn’t, I hope you play literally every Imperium army or else you’ll get screwed on them.
2020/08/05 11:39:54
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
Given that they certainly don't have overstock of popular kits after shutting down the factory for 2 months, this must be a final push to get old crap (Midget Marines, maybe Cadians) out the door and start fresh with an empty warehouse.
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2020/08/05 11:40:00
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
This is surprising considering that they are having trouble keeping some lines in stock and that GW isn't really in a burning need to make high sales right now.
I'm also glad to see that they've at least given them a set theme of content so you've "some" idea what you're getting into. Underworld could be quite well worth it for anyone wanting to start up or looking to get a small group playing. £150 worth of Underworld gets a fair amount.
The Imperium box is definitely a trap, 'reasonably priced' to shift stock and act as a gateway drug for expanding collections.
The Underworlds one is certainly interesting - £65 is three warbands, so if you end up with double that or a starter or something it could be excellent value. Especially as someone who's looked to start playing for a long while.
2020/08/05 11:54:08
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
I honestly see this as a good thing.
If it’s 50% off retail as advertised, people will pick them up to throw on ebay separately.
Even at 20% off RRP they still make 30% on top.
This is also not a loot box like we typically see in gacha games.
While it is random, the value is set.
There is no risk of losing value from buying it like many loot box systems, so it’s only a gamble if you want specific models.
2020/08/05 11:54:31
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
It's weird, they can offer blind product at 50% off and that's cheap enough for people to launch at it until they're sold out, regardless of contents. Hopefully it might show them that if they lower prices there would be a feeding frenzy.
2020/08/05 12:02:09
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
I’ve bought it. Worst case I’m confident I can shift anything I don’t want at half rrp , unless it’s Finecast. I play Blood Angels, so fortunately I have access to a pretty extensive range.
2020/08/05 12:05:15
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
redbristles wrote: Imperium one is gone already, what was the point in that? Gone ten minutes after the email went out...
Plenty of eBay resellers out there I guess, with no limit per customer I guess it's not surprising.
True that, weird time to put it up as well, 12:40 on a Wednesday in the UK, probably just shifting some stock to make space in the warehouse. Wonder what's in them...
2020/08/05 12:06:34
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
The intent is to provide players with a sense of pride and accomplishment for unboxing different Cadians.
As for cost, we selected initial values based upon data from the 8Ed and other adjustments made to stimulus checks before launch. Among other things, we're looking at average yearly wage on a daily basis, and we'll be making constant adjustments to ensure that players have kits that are impossible to put togather, 20 years old, and of course attainable via paying us absurd prices.
We appreciate the candid feedback, and the passion the community has put forth around the current topics here on Dakkadakka, our forums and across numerous social media outlets.
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2020/08/05 12:13:45
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
redbristles wrote: Imperium one is gone already, what was the point in that? Gone ten minutes after the email went out...
Plenty of eBay resellers out there I guess, with no limit per customer I guess it's not surprising.
There was a one per order limit
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Wha-Mu-077 wrote: The intent is to provide players with a sense of pride and accomplishment for unboxing different Cadians.
As for cost, we selected initial values based upon data from the 8Ed and other adjustments made to stimulus checks before launch. Among other things, we're looking at average yearly wage on a daily basis, and we'll be making constant adjustments to ensure that players have kits that are impossible to put togather, 20 years old, and of course attainable via paying us absurd prices.
We appreciate the candid feedback, and the passion the community has put forth around the current topics here on Dakkadakka, our forums and across numerous social media outlets.
Our team will continue to make changes and monitor community feedback and update absolutely never.
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2020/08/05 12:16:02
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
redbristles wrote: Imperium one is gone already, what was the point in that? Gone ten minutes after the email went out...
Plenty of eBay resellers out there I guess, with no limit per customer I guess it's not surprising.
They are limited to one per order, or were when I looked.
I took a punt on one:
If it's an army I don't play, I probably want to.
If it's a box I haven't got, I probably want it.
If It's a box I've already got, I probably want more.
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2020/08/05 12:16:18
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
Sold out same day. Likely straight to the pockets of resellers.
They really ought to limit runs like these to one per pre-existing account for the first two days, then allow the free for all.
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2020/08/05 12:21:23
Subject: GW does blind boxes - Supply Drop "Mystery Models. Unmissable Prices."
I’d avoid an AoS one like the plague if you plan on selling it on.
Conquest has nuked the price of a large chunk of stormcasts and nighthaunt line.
I wouldn’t risk the chances of getting something like a box of chainwrasps valued at £25 when they are £8 on eBay.
