Rainman's Next Project: The Priest

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Is it really surprising?

It's not but considering how well Regan sold I think the cold response here has more to do with the final product than it does with the character choice. At least for me it does. If this were built on a Slim, included his blue sweater, had an option for a possessed alternate sculpt and if the likeness was a bit stronger on the current sculpt, I'd be in. And while I rather see these accessories included than not, they are a bit idealized. Both that water bottle and a rosary were only used by Merrin, not Karras. The bible is the one accessory that he actually handles in the final act and it's not even included. The sum of it all equals this is missing too many elements of accuracy to warrant a high end purchase for me. It's too bad because I would've liked Karras as an accompanying piece if the set fired on all cylinders.

I guess where the character choice does come into play is the reason why it's quiet in here. Since he's not not an A list character, most who would be interested probably don't absolutely need him so they're not gutted by going the unfortunate "buy or don't buy" route, and can do so quietly.

I do love the Pazuzu bust and wish he'd offer it separately
 
Makes complete sense! Since the whole line was an easy pass for me I dint think about it so much! But all the points you make - make perfect sense!

It's not but considering how well Regan sold I think the cold response here has more to do with the final product than it does with the character choice. At least for me it does. If this were built on a Slim, included his blue sweater, had an option for a possessed alternate sculpt and if the likeness was a bit stronger on the current sculpt, I'd be in. And while I rather see these accessories included than not, they are a bit idealized. Both that water bottle and a rosary were only used by Merrin, not Karras. The bible is the one accessory that he actually handles in the final act and it's not even included. The sum of it all equals this is missing too many elements of accuracy to warrant a high end purchase for me. It's too bad because I would've liked Karras as an accompanying piece if the set fired on all cylinders.

I guess where the character choice does come into play is the reason why it's quiet in here. Since he's not not an A list character, most who would be interested probably don't absolutely need him so they're not gutted by going the unfortunate "buy or don't buy" route, and can do so quietly.

I do love the Pazuzu bust and wish he'd offer it separately




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I'd add that this was already a niche film with a narrow funnel of people who would have the subject material on a shelf. Throw on top of that the very rapid release/purchase date following the Girl Possessed and it was probably tough for some to rally the funds.
 
This is most likely wishful thinking but I feel like the figure is still up for order because it didn't sell well so Lee left it up because he is going to add new items i.e. the sweater/bible to beef up the offering and thus attract more sales.
 
I do love the Pazuzu bust and wish he'd offer it separately

It does look great (and I too would probably purchase straight away if it was made available separately) but, at the time orders originally went up, I really didn't feel it was enough to justify the price jump from Full Set to DX. I mean, we're talking about a tiny bust with limited display options here.
 
This is most likely wishful thinking but I feel like the figure is still up for order because it didn't sell well so Lee left it up because he is going to add new items i.e. the sweater/bible to beef up the offering and thus attract more sales.

Have they been available for the entire duration or only recently been put back up for sale?
 
I'd add that this was already a niche film with a narrow funnel of people who would have the subject material on a shelf. Throw on top of that the very rapid release/purchase date following the Girl Possessed and it was probably tough for some to rally the funds.

That's a good point too. PO did kind of get on us quick

It does look great (and I too would probably purchase straight away if it was made available separately) but, at the time orders originally went up, I really didn't feel it was enough to justify the price jump from Full Set to DX. I mean, we're talking about a tiny bust with limited display options here.

I thought that at first too but then I started to measure it all out and made sense of it. If he normally charges $130 for a 1/6 sculpt with Aeon's paint, then I figured this didn't seem so bad as it looks like it may be a slightly larger than the average figure's head, plus has the base. There's usually a difference of $375 (+/-) between full sets and H&Cs so I'm assuming that he values his paint job at roughly $300, and the rest covers the FS item, the body and assembly. Add the exclusivity of it and compare it to what Iminime or MJ Choi painted heads go for and it started to seem reasonable.

My God I'm addicted. Sometimes it takes saying that kind of stuff out loud to realize it :lol. But in seriousness I'd pay $250 if he offered that separately. Not to sound like a broken record but the only thing that kinda kills the cool factor is "Demon" across the base

Have they been available for the entire duration or only recently been put back up for sale?

If I had to guess I'd say there were probably cancellations. At one point most things, both general and VIP were sold out and now he has VIP sold out and all general links open.
 
What's the best way to contact RM if I'm wanting to change my order?

Downgrading from DX? If that's what you're looking to do, I'll take the Pazuzu bust off your hands

Or if anyone else is looking at a full set, I'll go in with you on the DX and pay the difference for the bust. Let me know if anyone could help a brother out!
 
Downgrading from DX? If that's what you're looking to do, I'll take the Pazuzu bust off your hands

Or if anyone else is looking at a full set, I'll go in with you on the DX and pay the difference for the bust. Let me know if anyone could help a brother out!

No, other way round mate. Want to see if I can upgrade to the DX. Decided I need the bust.
 
I have not been on here the last few weeks and I am in fact stupefied that this is not sold out yet and it worries me because I paid for a full set. What would the reasons be that this isn't sold out, I'd like to know just out of curiosity. Last month I have had talks with Rainman and I requested a refund from this order, he was not able to give me a refund and I don't know why.
 
Are you a reseller? That's the only reason I can think of that would have you worried about it not selling out. Other than that you should try to purchase things that you really love next time, not get caught up in the hype if that's what happened here...there's too much of that going on these days.

As far as refunds go I believe Rainmanartworks has a policy on no refunds and it makes pretty good sense since it is custom made work not a mass produced product per say....and more importantly it deters resellers from buying his product based on hype but then changing their minds once they don't see a flip potential.

Just stick to what you love collecting. I'm sure you'll have no issue with finding someone to sell it to if you don't need it anymore. I guarantee that if Rainman put a Sold out on all of the priest figures soon you'll see all kinds of interest up again all of a sudden. This figure is a sleeper. Anyone that ordered it and sticks with it knows their stuff.

Just wait until it ships and you see this figure displayed with Reagan, that's when your gonna see just how big a piece of the puzzle the priest figure is. Watch.....
 
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To answer your question, Turbo, no I am not a flipper. Everyone here is a buyer and a seller. Only quite a few are a flipper and I am not one of em.

Only reason I am asking is because I was not able to buy Regan in the secondary markets since a few people already flipped right away on eBay after getting her and their price is WAY out of my range. Anyway, The Priest is an incredibly great looking figure I just don't feel he would do good being displayed alone on my shelf. I am still debating on this on my own. For example if people come over to my house and sees him in my collection, I guarantee you their first question would be "Where's Regan?" Lol! But you're right it is possible this figure is a sleeper. I don't question that. I am merely shocked it's not sold out yet. From my understanding after having a few chats with some serious Rainman collectors, his figures always sells out right away. Anyway I suppose I can always have a Regan figure made by someone else if I want her with the priest in my collection.

I am going back to collecting what I love the most...horror icons and some 80s favorites. That's all.
 
I would guess the reason no refund at this time is because he has invested money in the product already. Giving a refund at this point would mean he will be losing money.
 
I would guess the reason no refund at this time is because he has invested money in the product already. Giving a refund at this point would mean he will be losing money.

Yeah. I just had a chat with him earlier this afternoon. It's all good. I'll be getting The Priest and see if I could get Regan made by someone else to go with him. [emoji4]
 
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