Just tried to throw in some more orange... it fact this is a solar flare... dont know if I like it better.
I actually like that a little better. Still would want just blue or red eyes. But that looks like solar flares/ flames not worms/ twizzlers
Superman EX - Do you like the Flame eyes or not
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I actually like that a little better. Still would want just blue or red eyes. But that looks like solar flares/ flames not worms/ twizzlers
feeter
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I actually like that a little better. Still would want just blue or red eyes. But that looks like solar flares/ flames not worms/ twizzlers
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RagingBull
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I like them eyes like that. Looks much better
You must search and find out the answer for yourself
Since you have been around since 2007 I am surprised that you don't already know the answer.
BurningRage
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EX or fail mentality?
That may be the reason for some. You should look in the Superman PF thread and find the answer also.
Solarsailor
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1) Worth more.
2) Possible it could get changed.
3) It's the same price anyway for many folk.
4) You can sell it if you don't like it.
5) It's a little more exclusive regardless of why.
Crimsonbob
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Yeah reworked like that the eyes look ton's better.
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I have gone to the mountain and found the answer: it is The First Law of Economics:You must search and find out the answer for yourself
Since you have been around since 2007 I am surprised that you don't already know the answer.
The law of demand states that, if all other factors remain equal, the higher the price of a good, the less people will demand that good.
The law of supply states that if consumers have to compete with one another to buy the good at this price, the demand will push the price up.
In layman's terms:
Exclusivity
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Spidey976
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I like them eyes like that. Looks much better
Well all I actually did was sample a pic of an ACTUAL solar flair and then mix it in a bit... I like the yellow and orange mixed in.
Mix Master
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EX or Worms
devilof76
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I have gone to the mountain and found the answer: it is The First Law of Economics:
The law of demand states that, if all other factors remain equal, the higher the price of a good, the less people will demand that good.
The law of supply states that if consumers have to compete with one another to buy the good at this price, the demand will push the price up.
In layman's terms:
Why would consumers have to compete with each other if a majority of them do not desire the product?
Mix Master
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I don't know about anyone else but I got mine so I could throw the EX at yours and anyone else's head who does not agree with me that the EX sucks just so I can see if the flame eyes will stick or not.
devilof76
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I don't like the exclusive.
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good question... my 2 cents is: with a major motion picture coming out, the pool of potential buyers has become larger which in turn creates more competition. The statue itself is of the highest quality and this makes it easier to want an exclusive of it in any form. And before we forget--- this is Superman, a major iconic American institution, we're dealing with here, the granddaddy of all superheroes.
devilof76
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So it's safe to say that the vocal 'majority' who hate the exclusive are economically irrelevant?
Spidey976
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When about 80% of collectors bought the EX anyway because they are Ex seeking individuals their voices here became FAR LESS economically relevant then what they did with their wallets. This sold out 2500 pieces in 2 weeks. Now, while that might be off Batman's pace, there are probably multiple factors that contributed to the slow sales, and yes the Ex probably factored in. However, in the end UNLIKE GL this Ex sold out at a fast clip, ans SSC would have far less insentive to make ANY changes. I know you knew all that though....lol.
In the end it will all be up to SSC and WB to decide if they do what has been asked. However, unlike GL they didn't get worried about this one after it sat in their system for 7 months not selling. So in the end their ONLY motivation for a change would be customer service. I guess we will see if that is enough.
Mr. Nice Guy
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Price elasticity of demand. The EX costs the same as the regular. More product for the dollar. Higher perceived value. Higher demand. Regardless of how much the public wants the extras, people who want it will buy sooner.
Generally, the higher the price, the lower demand goes so supply has to meet demand at an optimal point. Exclusive production pushes the demand and supply curve right (if you were looking at the price equilibrium graph) meaning they can charge more initially (technique is called market skimming) and after sell for less in the aftermarket.
In other words, we're all suckers for paying more for squiggly eyes. What we pay now, covers the cost of discounts passed on to buyers later. The price of Superman isn't 399. It's probably and average of 250-300 once all is said and done and wholesalers buy through 75% of them at a discounted margin. SS relies on us being impatient and buying in to the EX product at higher costs. They save discounts, hold margins tighter, make gross on freight/handling, grab NRDs which can be used to fund production, and set quantity parameters based on initial take. They even get free market research and feedback from psychos like us that post in these forums.
It's a solid strategy.
Generally, the higher the price, the lower demand goes so supply has to meet demand at an optimal point. Exclusive production pushes the demand and supply curve right (if you were looking at the price equilibrium graph) meaning they can charge more initially (technique is called market skimming) and after sell for less in the aftermarket.
In other words, we're all suckers for paying more for squiggly eyes. What we pay now, covers the cost of discounts passed on to buyers later. The price of Superman isn't 399. It's probably and average of 250-300 once all is said and done and wholesalers buy through 75% of them at a discounted margin. SS relies on us being impatient and buying in to the EX product at higher costs. They save discounts, hold margins tighter, make gross on freight/handling, grab NRDs which can be used to fund production, and set quantity parameters based on initial take. They even get free market research and feedback from psychos like us that post in these forums.
It's a solid strategy.
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