Sozoa, I've already sold all my OnG due to their horrid book. Only got a couple of chaos left. Unless they make 8th's army smaller in scale, there's no way I'm starting again, not after Malifaux.
In WHFB (or any other games for that matter), I've always been a loyal partner. But in Malifaux, It's hard NOT not have an affair. Especially with someone as hot as perdita
With Malifaux's low MSRP, in time, every faction & guild master will be common IMO.
I have a bloody memory with ranged too. My seamus crew got wiped out by LoJ & her death marshalls, while I only managed to kill a judge. (The guild player's winning condition is treasure hunt, while mine is slaughter). It was mostly my fault for not using cover. But still, it really shows how strong ranged is. I just got my copycat killer, wanna try it out asap to find out how seamus, convict & the totem fare against the guild.
About their theme and flavor, I'm with you man. I once got a chance to choose a new guild master,.... ended up choosing good ol douglas mcmourning. The ressers have such an irresistible charm. Common or not, it's my favorite