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Post by whoopass316 on Dec 27, 2012 14:55:38 GMT -5
Im a moc elite collector only and hardly even take notice of basics,why?.. im not sure,i see them and they just dont do anythin for me the same as divas dont,my question to u all is whats the appeal?(other than being cheaper than elites) and am i missing out?...i get why a basic only collector gets them but why bother collecting basics if u collect elites that are more appealing,detailed and generally more pleasing on the eye??
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Post by MonsoonMan on Dec 27, 2012 14:58:03 GMT -5
i personally think of basics as glorified TTL figs. i mean the only difference between them is the ball joint head and swivel biceps. TTL's kinda had better play ability because their legs werent so close together.
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Post by n2jib on Dec 27, 2012 15:05:19 GMT -5
i buy basics because they're cheap and for the following reasons: 1. For the parts 2. To convert them to elites 3. To get guys i don't really care about to make up the numbers.
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Post by Kickpads on Dec 27, 2012 15:09:49 GMT -5
Idk but I only get the first time in the line guys like Tensai, Sandow, Ryback, and Otunga.
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Post by Stinger TNA on Dec 27, 2012 15:11:45 GMT -5
I buy basics because they release a certain wrestler in basic form before elite
I also think they are easier to get and obviously they are cheaper
On top of all that, I actually really Like them
They feel more robust than elites at times aswell
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Post by marino13 on Dec 27, 2012 15:18:31 GMT -5
I collect mostly Basics for my current rosters and it has nothing to do with price. It has to do with the fact that I can update my rosters much more often. They stand better. And I prefer my figures without a giant ab crunch.
I don't play with my figures, and to me Basics to me look better on display. As far as I'm concerned they're "more pleasing to the eye".
But to each their own.
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Post by AlexWestCollects on Dec 27, 2012 15:19:57 GMT -5
Idk I'm not a fan of basics. I like the extra articulation in the elites so I can pose them.
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Post by onleeone643 on Dec 27, 2012 15:26:55 GMT -5
I like both, depending potion what figure it is.
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Post by Chewdeezy on Dec 27, 2012 15:29:44 GMT -5
I like basics for display purposes and they are cheaper for additional parts.
I like Elites better because I can do better poses and has better accessories.
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Post by Yambag Jones on Dec 27, 2012 15:42:10 GMT -5
They come out every month (where as Elites are every other month) and price makes it easier to collect. A lot of stores in my area said they'll no longer carry Elites due to the cost.
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Post by peghound on Dec 27, 2012 15:47:38 GMT -5
It's great for getting guys who haven't or may never get an elite like Jinder Mahal.
No Jinder would've meant no 3MB for me and that's unacceptable:)
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Post by qdogg on Dec 27, 2012 15:47:43 GMT -5
My first 2 basics were from series 14 HBK and Bret Hart and Ive bought some of the other "flashback" type basics since then, 16 Warrior and Guerrero and then i got some other ones for cheap for Kohls, only current one i have paid retail for is that basic 20 hornswoggle. This line is good for those that are looking for all the various characters in WWE today, most of which wont get a elite, its good for those than want divas becausly obviously they have made quite a few, my complaint (not really a complaint) is that some of their attires look kind of plain.
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Post by jrjumpshot on Dec 27, 2012 15:51:05 GMT -5
Here are several reasons why basics are better:
1. Much easier to find. Almost any store that has a toy section carries basics, including grocery stores and drug stores.
2. The price. Basics are usually $5-7 cheaper per figure tha Elites.
3. Elites have too much articulation. The stomach articulation makes them look cartoonish IMO.
4. Deeper roster. There are several wrestlers that we will never see in the Elite line.
5. Released much quicker. There are basic sets comming out every month.
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Post by Mr.1050 on Dec 27, 2012 16:03:24 GMT -5
i know everyone will disagree with me but I like the basics play ability better than the elites. Plus i hate the look of elites with that bend joint in the chest. I dont need my figs to bend at the chest to have good play ability
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Post by anglefan80 on Dec 27, 2012 16:15:08 GMT -5
I really, really hate the gut joint on the elite...so I get mostly basic.
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Post by neuby14 on Dec 27, 2012 18:27:24 GMT -5
dont know i geeuse i just like them
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Post by Lorenzo Alcazar on Dec 27, 2012 18:30:01 GMT -5
I only buy Basics if it's a guys first figure, or it is a lower tier guy that probably will not get an Elite or at least not get an Elite for a very long time.
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Post by Mr. Show on Dec 27, 2012 18:46:07 GMT -5
Certain people look better in basic form than elite form, and vice versa. The Basic Daniel Bryan body fits him way better than the elite versions. CM Punk is the opposite of that.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2012 18:47:04 GMT -5
i buy basics because they're cheap and for the following reasons: 1. For the parts 2. To convert them to elites 3. To get guys i don't really care about to make up the numbers. ' Troofy. Sometimes the Basics have better headscans
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2012 19:38:21 GMT -5
I think basics have plenty of merits to be honest.I will only get elites of certain guys.....
take Brodus Clay or Sin Cara for instance.......I am perfectly happy with the BO2012 BC & SC for my collection.the bells & whistles on the elites are not nessacery for me.
however Lesnar is different.I actually want the elite Lesnar and will leave the basic.prob the same for Ryback.
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