Courtesy of GW and another "cough" accidental web posting.Back in November, I ran a poll to measure my audience’s opinion of the new Stormraven model. The results showed that 50% of the folks thought it was Decent (middle ground). The other 50% thought it was good or perfect, with more folks in this population thinking it was good. Since the overall sample size for the poll was small, I wouldn’t call it statistically significant, but it does make for an interesting snapshot of the initial impression of a new model.
When it comes to the release of any new GW model, there is always a wave of discussion and opinions about it. The infamous Razorgor (Pumagor) is a great example of how the release of a new model can generate a fury of negative opinions before the model is even released. In comparison, the new dark eldar range was generally viewed as a huge improvement and seems to have created a lot of excitement over the range. Whether or not this excitement will maintain momentum and elevate the army from fringe status has yet to be determined, but it does give the impression of having a good start.
On a personal level, I enjoy the moment of the reveal, but typically reserve judgment until I have had a chance to view the model in person. I also find myself typically more critical of models for armies that I don’t collect. Maybe this is due to a subconscious need to further justify why I am not collecting that army.
To my audience, when it comes to new models, how do you approach forming your opinion? Do you find yourself forming opinions that typically last? Are you quick to judge or do you take a more gradual approach? How often does the initial wow of a new model sustain itself?
"I also find myself typically more critical of models for armies that I don’t collect. Maybe this is due to a subconscious need to further justify why I am not collecting that army."
ReplyDeleteBeautiful.
I'm sure my opinions of some things have changed over time with continued exposure - either becoming more used to it and accepting of it (especially if further releases continue a theme, making it fit in better), or becoming less enamored of them as the shine wears off.
Fully support Taurus here - my initial impressions rarey last, especially viewing models as stand alone pieces. Where the rest of the army develops, this can definately bring models up in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteI am also one who needs to touch and look at all aspects of the model. I know the photgrapher must work hard to show the most desirable aspects, but there is nothing like having it in your hands, and looking at it from every engle, and varying distance to really sell you a model.