Author Topic: May 2011 Archive Special Return Poll (Read 14099 times)

speck · « **on:** 18 May 2011, 18:46:23 »

Here is the new poll to be vote on five different Archive products. The top two at the end of the poll will be available on the website as Online Exclusives for purchase without the Archive fee. So this poll will expire around the end of May 2011 and the top two Archive Products will return for sale without the Archive fee for June 2011.

ShockaTime · « **Reply #1 on:** 18 May 2011, 20:08:42 »

went for the Argus. Don't have one, kind of want one.

Stormlion1 · « **Reply #2 on:** 18 May 2011, 21:03:55 »

Argus, same as above.

Shi_no_Kami · « **Reply #3 on:** 19 May 2011, 00:23:12 »

I want both the Argus and the Tundra Wolf. Glad both are winning...

Daishi411 · « **Reply #4 on:** 19 May 2011, 01:12:17 »

argus for the same reasons as shocka ans stormlion

Dr Lucky · « **Reply #5 on:** 19 May 2011, 01:38:35 »

Voted for the Saracen. I need some to go with my Saladins and Scimitars.

That Tundra Wolf looks pretty sweet too.

Sagan · « **Reply #6 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:53:32 »

I also wanted both the Argus and the Tundra Wolf. But I went for the Argus.

JPArbiter · « **Reply #7 on:** 19 May 2011, 08:25:05 »

the tundra wolf should just be ut back into circulation since TRO3085 came out...

Sagan · « **Reply #8 on:** 19 May 2011, 19:36:33 »

I agree with JPArbiter that the Tundra Wolf should just be put back into circulation along with any other mech that was in TRO 3085 and is presently in the Archive.

whiteshadowzo · « **Reply #9 on:** 20 May 2011, 23:48:19 »

Voted argus. Want a pair of those. But oh do I want a tarantula too. Idk the specs on the thing but its nostalgia from MW2. And it's a lot sexier than that scorpion mech.

GRUD · « **Reply #10 on:** 21 May 2011, 03:45:56 »

Went for the Tarantula, because you can never have too many quads! 8)

Dr Lucky · « **Reply #11 on:** 21 May 2011, 05:16:10 »

Quote from: GRUD on 21 May 2011, 03:45:56

Went for the Tarantula, because you can never have too many quads! 8)

I said the same thing about the Scorpion last month. I bought a bunch of them and started working on the first of them this week. I had totally forgotten how much of a pain it is to align all the legs... But I'll still buy a Tarantula or two if they win...

Mendou · « **Reply #12 on:** 21 May 2011, 06:22:38 »

Not much for a dedicated Lyran to choose from, so I went with the Argus. There's at least a possibility that a handful were left somewhere in Lyran space after the Civil War......

MoneyLovinOgre4Hire · « **Reply #13 on:** 23 May 2011, 22:44:18 »

Went with the Argus just because I think it's a shame that mini went into the Archives 6 months after it debuted.

Shi_no_Kami · « **Reply #14 on:** 23 May 2011, 23:20:49 »

Quote from: MoneyLovinOgre4Hire on 23 May 2011, 22:44:18

Went with the Argus just because I think it's a shame that mini went into the Archives 6 months after it debuted.

Really? That's very sad. It is such a superior sculpt to the original Argus sculpt (tiny, diminutive, without detail)... I've been wanting one, but did not want to pay archive fees atm.

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #15 on:** 23 May 2011, 23:25:59 »

Darn this was a hard one...went Argus but i do want a few saracens

Wolf Lancer 4 · « **Reply #16 on:** 27 May 2011, 20:33:11 »

Went with the Tundra Wolf. Want about four more of them and dont feel like waiting till GenCon to get some more.

I also agree the Tundra Wolf should go back into circulation since TRO 3085 was released.

Jal Phoenix · « **Reply #17 on:** 27 May 2011, 23:57:25 »

Tundra Wolf! Thanks, Speck!

GRUD · « **Reply #18 on:** 28 May 2011, 04:21:28 »

Any particular reason why the Tarantula is in Bold type in the poll listing? ???

Is it not enough that it tied for last, but you have to make it Glaringly Obvious as well? That's just being mean. :P

;D

DarkISI · « **Reply #19 on:** 28 May 2011, 04:27:19 »

You see the one you voted for as bold ;)

GRUD · « **Reply #20 on:** 28 May 2011, 05:39:15 »

Ahh. Ok. Thanks! 8)

This was the first time I'd voted. :-[

Stormlion1 · « **Reply #21 on:** 29 May 2011, 15:49:26 »

What gets me is it says I voted for the Argus, but I don't think I voted in this poll!?! At least I don't remember voting.

Daishi411 · « **Reply #22 on:** 29 May 2011, 20:43:04 »

Quote from: Stormlion1 on 29 May 2011, 15:49:26

What gets me is it says I voted for the Argus, but I don't think I voted in this poll!?! At least I don't remember voting.

Quote from: Stormlion1 on 18 May 2011, 21:03:55

Argus, same as above.

my memory is also slipping :'(

Jal Phoenix · « **Reply #23 on:** 29 May 2011, 20:49:05 »

Hey, eleven days is a long time to some of us old guys. Look at that avatar. he's probably been hit on the head a few times, too.

Stormlion1 · « **Reply #24 on:** 29 May 2011, 21:20:23 »

That helmet rings like a bell when its hit by a length of rattan, its why I keep a supply of Ibuprofin in my toolkit!

Daishi411 · « **Reply #25 on:** 29 May 2011, 22:04:28 »

i promise i was only doing that as a lame joke, i didn't mean to offend anyone's memory. people who have seen my posts know my head is a sieve and i always get my facts wrong.

Jal Phoenix · « **Reply #26 on:** 29 May 2011, 22:35:11 »

Quote from: Daishi411 on 29 May 2011, 22:04:28

i promise i was only doing that as a lame joke, i didn't mean to offend anyone's memory. people who have seen my posts know my head is a sieve and i always get my facts wrong.

Who are you and what are you on about? ;)

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #27 on:** 29 May 2011, 22:37:00 »

Quote from: Stormlion1 on 29 May 2011, 21:20:23

That helmet rings like a bell when its hit by a length of rattan, its why I keep a supply of Ibuprofin in my toolkit!

Weld that thing Stormlion, it was the only thing that stopped mine from ringing.

Cyttorak · « **Reply #28 on:** 30 May 2011, 12:40:18 »

May's poll is just about done...time for suggestions for June!!!
Here is a short list of some minis to consider taking out of the archives, and the reason why:

Quickdraw 20-872: iconic 3025 mech
Longbow 20-681: mini is closer to 3025-era than project phoenix mini
Starslayer 20-673: iconic 3058 mech
Menshen 20-941: iconic Capellan mech
Perseus 20-913: useful (and common?) 3067 mech
Razorback 20-241: iconic 3067 mech
Thunderbolt NAIS BT-136: one of the best variants of reseen TDRs!
Savannah Master 20-828: common early-era vee
Congress 20-157: I don't have one!
Essex 20-192: I don't have one!
Kimagure 20-198: I don't have one!

...and that's probably enough for now.

Jal Phoenix · « **Reply #29 on:** 30 May 2011, 12:46:25 »

I'll second the thunderbolt NAIS. It was one of those that was tossed into the archive almost as soon as it was released.

GRUD · « **Reply #30 on:** 30 May 2011, 16:12:25 »

Quote from: Jal Phoenix on 30 May 2011, 12:46:25

I'll second the thunderbolt NAIS. It was one of those that was tossed into the archive almost as soon as it was released.

Can I third that motion, and vote for it now! ???

Daishi411 · « **Reply #31 on:** 30 May 2011, 17:04:46 »

i say tbolt nais, for a selfish reason; i didn't even know it existed until i saw it in the archives

Sagan · « **Reply #32 on:** 30 May 2011, 20:30:58 »

Thunderbolt NAIS.. Two thumbs up for this mech in the next poll

Shi_no_Kami · « **Reply #33 on:** 30 May 2011, 22:38:13 »

Tbolt NAIS is not a bad option...

My list of archive desirable archival return items:

Crossbow Omni 20-911 (I do not own)
Savage Coyote 20-960 (same)
Piranha 20-676 (one of the best second liners, for pure insanity sake, and I do not own...)
Merlin 20-916 (the mech, I do not own, and sometime ugly just needs to be loved...)

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #34 on:** 30 May 2011, 23:02:11 »

Yea, T-bolt nais also.I never did get one before it was archived.
Sav-master...meh,could use a few hundred more
Crossbow omni O0
Starslayer...it's up right now and lets leave it there
~~Crimson hawk~~Stoopping hawk- I want about 5 and don't want to pay the archive fee

Daishi411 · « **Reply #35 on:** 30 May 2011, 23:12:21 »

i wish the crimson hawk didn't come with those silly arms, i might consider buying it then

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #36 on:** 30 May 2011, 23:16:15 »

I agree bro, but it is iconic for me...At least it's not the...wait i agree i meant stooping hawk not crimson hawk. I have a few crimson hawks...better change that.

Daishi411 · « **Reply #37 on:** 30 May 2011, 23:19:02 »

i'm actually surprised the stooping hawk was archived, sure it's limited for faction availability (for those who subscribe to that), but it was a nice mini, and a decent mech. i definitely agree with you on this one, and the tbolt nais, good catch Col

ShockaTime · « **Reply #38 on:** 30 May 2011, 23:40:24 »

Quote from: Daishi411 on 30 May 2011, 23:12:21

i wish the crimson hawk didn't come with those silly arms, i might consider buying it then

agreed.

and yes it would be nice to see the stooping hawk come out of the archives, it's a great mech with a awesome mini and I would definitely like a second, or course I'm a little biased here ;D

Shi_no_Kami · « **Reply #39 on:** 31 May 2011, 05:39:36 »

I may be harping on the Crossbow Omni, but its a beautiful looking mech, and for those that follow faction availability (I do when I paint my mechs...) its used by ten or twelve clans. That's good, and it means I'd likely get myself at least 3 (wait lets see... Snow Raven, Jade Falcon, Wolf, Ghost Bear, Nova Cat... ok I could get a stars worth!)

Daishi411 · « **Reply #40 on:** 31 May 2011, 06:56:51 »

the crossbow is decent, i just don;t think it'll get many votes, i love the thing to death, but i think a lot of people will look to other heavy omnis to get their fix

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #41 on:** 31 May 2011, 09:08:01 »

Here is the problem with the crossbow omni and also the battlecobra...all the weapons are in the arms. Great arcs of fire and ease of repair but it also makes it vulnerable. If its up there i might vote for it but would rather have a few of the non omni crossbows to throw in my Lyran forces.

3rdCrucisLancers · « **Reply #42 on:** 31 May 2011, 09:26:25 »

Quote from: Jal Phoenix on 30 May 2011, 12:46:25

I'll second the thunderbolt NAIS. It was one of those that was tossed into the archive almost as soon as it was released.

>sniffle< Aw, thanks you guys! I funded that one! Just got something in my eye...

JPArbiter · « **Reply #43 on:** 31 May 2011, 09:30:55 »

for next month I say the Savage Coyote, Savage Coyote, Savage Coyote, Savage Coyote and/or the Savage Coyote

DarkISI · « **Reply #44 on:** 31 May 2011, 09:35:22 »

I would say more TRO 3085 units, should some be left. It's a shame that so many of the already available units for the current TRO are only available through the archive.

Daishi411 · « **Reply #45 on:** 31 May 2011, 10:51:02 »

on frp (not necessarily reliable, but has been good in the past), it looks like the blade my be getting an upgraded sculpt, whether that's completely resculpted or just new parts is up for debate, but it's conceivable that other 3085 mech like the blade timber wold etc could be getting a sort of 're-release' in the future

DarkISI · « **Reply #46 on:** 31 May 2011, 10:58:50 »

Uh, cool. The old one just doesn't do justice to the awesome TRO 3086 Supplemental art. :)

Weirdo · « **Reply #47 on:** 31 May 2011, 10:59:06 »

Quote from: Daishi411 on 31 May 2011, 10:51:02

on frp (not necessarily reliable, but has been good in the past), it looks like the blade my be getting an upgraded sculpt

Can you link us this information(or PM if needed)? It seems odd that IWM would un-archive a 'mech when a new sculpt was about to come out.

DarkISI · « **Reply #48 on:** 31 May 2011, 11:00:48 »

http://frpgames.com/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=75194

here you go

Daishi411 · « **Reply #49 on:** 31 May 2011, 11:07:42 »

that's the one. again, it's only one mech, but that leaves the possibility that this policy will carry over to others

Dr Lucky · « **Reply #50 on:** 01 June 2011, 05:34:52 »

Quote from: Cyttorak on 30 May 2011, 12:40:18

May's poll is just about done...time for suggestions for June!!!
Here is a short list of some minis to consider taking out of the archives, and the reason why:

Quickdraw 20-872: iconic 3025 mech
Longbow 20-681: mini is closer to 3025-era than project phoenix mini
Starslayer 20-673: iconic 3058 mech
Menshen 20-941: iconic Capellan mech
Perseus 20-913: useful (and common?) 3067 mech
Razorback 20-241: iconic 3067 mech
Thunderbolt NAIS BT-136: one of the best variants of reseen TDRs!
Savannah Master 20-828: common early-era vee
Congress 20-157: I don't have one!
Essex 20-192: I don't have one!
Kimagure 20-198: I don't have one!

...and that's probably enough for now.

Here's another vote for the Thunderbolt NAIS and the old Longbow.
I doubt you'll get much traction with the Men Shen, because it is in one of the new Laio boxes. I would buy another if it came out of archive though.

Daishi411 · « **Reply #51 on:** 01 June 2011, 06:56:50 »

why the men shen wouldn't come out of the archives when the mold is clearly being used is silly, and that goes for the others. i suppose they really just want to sell the boxed sets. personally i would love the helios with new legs, but i don't want to buy a whole box to get it.

JPArbiter · « **Reply #52 on:** 01 June 2011, 09:20:26 »

Quote from: Daishi411 on 31 May 2011, 10:51:02

on frp (not necessarily reliable, but has been good in the past), it looks like the blade my be getting an upgraded sculpt, whether that's completely resculpted or just new parts is up for debate, but it's conceivable that other 3085 mech like the blade timber wold etc could be getting a sort of 're-release' in the future

why upgrade the whole thing when the arm is the only thing that needs a redo?

DarkISI · « **Reply #53 on:** 01 June 2011, 09:27:38 »

Quote from: JPArbiter on 01 June 2011, 09:20:26

why upgrade the whole thing when the arm is the only thing that needs a redo?

Could be they will do exactly that. I will try to attach a Hammerhands RAC arm to it. ;)

JPArbiter · « **Reply #54 on:** 01 June 2011, 09:36:07 »

Quote from: DarkISI on 01 June 2011, 09:27:38

Could be they will do exactly that. I will try to attach a Hammerhands RAC arm to it. ;)

the Hammerhands RAC arm has been my go to for many an ultra and rotary upgrades. :D

DarkISI · « **Reply #55 on:** 01 June 2011, 09:50:14 »

Quote from: JPArbiter on 01 June 2011, 09:36:07

the Hammerhands RAC arm has been my go to for many an ultra and rotary upgrades. :D

Do you have a Blade and a RAC arm handy? Would they fit or is the arm too big?
I haven't seen the arm yet. I imagine it fits, but I'm not completely sure.

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #56 on:** 01 June 2011, 09:56:21 »

The blade arm is a little small to have a big RAC on it. I saw a blade this past weekend . Nahurus was using it and that right arm is small.

JPArbiter · « **Reply #57 on:** 01 June 2011, 09:59:01 »

Quote from: DarkISI on 01 June 2011, 09:50:14

Do you have a Blade and a RAC arm handy? Would they fit or is the arm too big?
I haven't seen the arm yet. I imagine it fits, but I'm not completely sure.

Never bothered with the Blade, between no paint schemes for the Republic and the fact that the original configuration left me "Meh" compared tot he Legionairre, I just never bothered picking one up.

DarkISI · « **Reply #58 on:** 01 June 2011, 10:02:39 »

Quote from: Col.Hengist on 01 June 2011, 09:56:21

The blade arm is a little small to have a big RAC on it. I saw a blade this past weekend . Nahurus was using it and that right arm is small.

That's why I would completely replace it with the one for the Hammerhands ;)

Quote from: JPArbiter on 01 June 2011, 09:59:01

Never bothered with the Blade, between no paint schemes for the Republic and the fact that the original configuration left me "Meh" compared tot he Legionairre, I just never bothered picking one up.

Will just have to try it then.

Weirdo · « **Reply #59 on:** 01 June 2011, 10:04:35 »

I have one. Lessee...

I think it could work. It's noticeably shorter than the original arm by about 4mm, but it's about 30% wider at the muzzle, and so still looks good. Moreover, the tubelike projection under the RAC is perfect for one of the ERMLs, requiring only that you kitbash a second laser on the other side. I don't know how big the Cygnus's ammo feed is, but that piece might work here too.

A word of warning. Those weird tubes sticking out the Blade's back? Those are a true pain to put in. Not difficult, but really annoying. Aside from that, It's a really easy mini to work with. If my RAC arm weren't already slated for a Schwerer Gustav attempt, I'd try to upgrade my Blade with it.

Quote from: JPArbiter on 01 June 2011, 09:59:01

Never bothered with the Blade, between no paint schemes for the Republic and the fact that the original configuration left me "Meh" compared tot he Legionairre, I just never bothered picking one up.

Only used it once so far in combat, but I like it, a good strike 'mech. The only weakness it has is having the armor of the light 'mech it is, but packing the firepower of a medium. You CANNOT let that firepower go to your head, or you'll get the 'mech shot out from under you.

[Edit] Here's a couple quick and dirty photos to show the size comparison.

DarkISI · « **Reply #60 on:** 01 June 2011, 10:14:30 »

Quote from: Weirdo on 01 June 2011, 10:04:35

I have one. Lessee...

I think it could work. It's noticeably shorter than the original arm by about 4mm, but it's about 30% wider at the muzzle, and so still looks good. Moreover, the tubelike projection under the RAC is perfect for one of the ERMLs, requiring only that you kitbash a second laser on the other side. I don't know how big the Cygnus's ammo feed is, but that piece might work here too.

The Cygnus' ammo feed is far too big for the small Blade :(
You could probably shorten and bend it, but that is beyond my rudimentary skills

Quote from: Weirdo on 01 June 2011, 10:04:35

A word of warning. Those weird tubes sticking out the Blade's back? Those are a true pain to put in. Not difficult, but really annoying.

Yeah, I know. One of mine is crooked. I could fix it, but don't want to rip it off again and running the risk to accidentally rip out one of the others, too.

Quote from: Weirdo on 01 June 2011, 10:04:35

Aside from that, It's a really easy mini to work with. If my RAC arm weren't already slated for a Schwerer Gustav attempt, I'd try to upgrade my Blade with it.

Looking forward to seeing pictures of that one. I love that big ugly bastard :)

Quote from: Weirdo on 01 June 2011, 10:04:35

Only used it once so far in combat, but I like it, a good strike 'mech. The only weakness it has is having the armor of the light 'mech it is, but packing the firepower of a medium. You CANNOT let that firepower go to your head, or you'll get the 'mech shot out from under you.

It's a fun little bugger :)

speck · « **Reply #61 on:** 01 June 2011, 20:51:27 »

I will have the poll winner on the website tomorrow after work. Stay tuned for the announcement.

speck · « **Reply #62 on:** 02 June 2011, 20:39:12 »

The Argus and Tundra Wolf are up for sale with out the archive fee now.

Jal Phoenix · « **Reply #63 on:** 02 June 2011, 21:28:58 »

Excellent! Tundra Wolves aplenty! Now I have to justify to myself placing another order after just having to buy a new PC.

Stormlion1 · « **Reply #64 on:** 03 June 2011, 18:46:20 »

Yeah, I'll need to get at least one Tundra Wolf and Argus this month. Heres hoping they put Challengers and Yellowjackets up at some point. I can use some more of those.

Col.Hengist · « **Reply #65 on:** 03 June 2011, 21:59:53 »

No kidding, i can always use more vehicles.

Alex Keller · « **Reply #66 on:** 03 June 2011, 22:39:23 »

Tundra Wolf!! Nice.

Still taking nominations for June? We know that the War of Reaving is coming... so I'm fine with the Savage Coyote and Stooping Hawk. Maybe the Crossbow and Supernova too.

Jim1701 · « **Reply #67 on:** 06 June 2011, 11:02:04 »

I'd like to see the Calvary put out there for an upcoming poll.

Shi_no_Kami · « **Reply #68 on:** 06 June 2011, 18:07:47 »

The Cavalry Attack Helicopter would not be a bad choice.

Sagan · « **Reply #69 on:** 13 June 2011, 18:47:38 »

When are the new choices coming out for June??????????????????????