Scorpion0x17

Hmm... Thanks. Have to say I find this disconnect between story and mechanics a little bothersome. But only a little. LOL.

When I paint a figure I like to understand a bit about their backstory - who they are, what they do, and so on - I like to think this helps me in producing a good paint-job. Now, my next project is to be Johan, because I think he would fit well in my Kaeris crew. So, I took a look at his fluff in the main rule book, and, well, I'm a little confused. The fluff talks of "animosity" between him and the M&SU, and that The Union blames him for sabotage. So, are the M&SU and Johan friends, or foes?

So, what are we looking at in this picture? Obviously, I see Kaeris, special edition Kaeris, and three Fire Gamin. But, is that the Firestarter at the front? And what is behind Kaeris? And the other models on the same terrace?

Did the iOS update happen? I'm pretty sure my app hasn't updated. (but, is there a way I can check if I have the latest version?)

I use Mei Feng sometimes (she likes Scrap Markers), run a Construct-heavy crew with her (she likes Constructs too (for the same reason she likes Scrap markers)), have 8 Scrap markers, and came close to running out once (but didn't), so will probably order maybe 4 more, next time I order markers from where I get them, just in case.

Can't be taken apart once put together, from the look of their other stuff. :( Really want stuff that will pack flat for easy transportation and storage...

$2.21

Well, let us look at the cost per card of the Arsenal Decks that I personally own: Arcanist Wave 1: 61 cards @$8.00 = $0.13 per card. Arcanist Wave 2: 79 cards @$9.00 = $0.11 per card. Outcasts Wave 1: 54 cards @$8.00 = $0.15 per card. Outcasts Wave 2: 72 cards @$9.00 = $0.13 per card. Ten Thunders Wave 1: 56 cards @$8.00 = $0.14 per card. Ten Thunders Wave 2: 69 cards @$9.00 = $0.13 per card. In Total: 391 cards @$51.00 = $0.13 per card. And how many cards in your average starter? A dozen? 15 at most? So, that's about $2. Now, if one looks at the price of the various model and starter boxes it's clear that the cost of them isn't a precise 'cost of the cards, plastic, and packaging, plus X%' calculation - the starters are all multiples of $5. Do you really think the $50 Ramos Box Set would be $2 cheaper if didn't come with stat and upgrade cards?

Well, maybe that is the better option - to stop including the cards with the models - after all, you don't need them, right - all the cards are in the books - if you need them in card form you can just photocopy them, or buy the arsenal decks and get the added bonus of generic upgrades. And that way no-one loses out - those that buy the decks for the upgrades get the upgrades, those that buy them so they can proxy figures they don't have get to do that, etc, etc. And no-one will have to "buy them twice". Just don't expect your models to get any cheaper.

How about: Ten Thunders, M&SU. Kang (Cache 4) + People's Challenge (2) + Recalled Training (1) The Firestarter (7) + Recalled Training (1) Rail Golem (11) Metal Gamin (4) Metal Gamin (4) Or: Ten Thunders, M&SU. Kang (Cache 4) + People's Challenge (2) + Recalled Training (1) The Firestarter (7) + Recalled Training (1) Rail Golem (11) + Recalled Training (1) Gunsmith (7) Depending on schemes and strategy.

Would I be correct in thinking that the new players also photocopy the cards in the book not through choice, but through necessity, Mindshred?

Let me more fully quote his post... "We have newer players that have done that before they find a crew that they like, or while waiting for our store to get more arsenal decks in stock (they go fast)." Not "old players".

Would it be feasible to paint the body and 'energy' as separate parts and assemble them afterwards?

Exactly! And... ...this suggests that a lot of new players are finding plenty enough value in the decks, because otherwise they wouldn't keep on selling!

I wonder, is there a similar thread to this in which people claim that the Schemes and Strategies deck is only of value to those that need the players aid and faction schemes?