i dont even think it's greed on sideshow's part, that company is just mentally retarded when it comes to the LSF line. If they want to make sure this line is available for a long time, then create an ex for ES: 200 then set the reg ES to 1000 or something, how many will honestly buy a $2000 statue? not many. This will keep the statue in limited edition category & the fans happy while make sure it's available for a long time, and the hardcore fans will be fine because of the ex. It's a win win for everyone.
Instead they release all LSF with no edition size no ex, that's like a black hole for many of us, i wouldnt touch this with a ten feet pole. The rarity is a major factor of collecting those especially at the top tier.
ps before you go off on collect what you like es doesnt matter, they DO. It might not matter to YOU, but clearly it matters to many.