Sorry if this isn't the right place to post this, but between Mass Effect General Discussions and Store support, the latter seemed the best choice.
That and I'm new to these boards so I'm not too acustomed to how things are handled here (fresh of the boat you might say).
With this out of the question, I've managed to spare about 100$ to satisfy that inner fan of mine (a long-time dream of mine actually), but now I'm faced with a rather silly dilemma: I don't know what to buy !
I mean, if it were for me, I'd probably end-up over-budget, and thats something undesirable.
Right now, I've set my sights on several items, but for the life of me I can't figure out which would be worth more.
From the following, what would you consider closest to your heart, with only 100 dollars in your e-pockets :
- Tali shirt
- Legion shirt
- Normandy/TIM lithos
- Illium/Omega lithos
- Character pack lithos
I'd much likely preffer a Illium + Citadel pack to be honest, but they're in separate packs (honestly, I wouldn't want to buy that stinkin' hellhole together with Illium).
Also, I'd buy the Garrus litho, but from the previews, I've got two issues though. Can it be sold separately from the Anderson + Saren litho ? And also, from those of you Garrus fans that bought it : how good is the litho, being able to physically hold and look at it ? From the preview, Garrus doesn't look too good (also, it looks as if his face paint is
completely different from the blue lines I knew, and white ?).
Damn, I'd really want a Garrus shirt and stop whining about details.
Well, thanks for listening to my ramblings and am eager to your suggestions/advice !
Recommendations on what to buy ?
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Posté 07 février 2011 - 07:36
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I would buy a lithograph because those are limited edition, signed by the artist and numbered, making them more valuable for fans to collect. no shirts.
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Posté 07 février 2011 - 08:08
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Posté 07 février 2011 - 09:50
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Thanks for the tips ! I didn't notice a Garrus tee was on its way. I thought that thread was old.
As for concept art, I thought the lithos were supposed to depict the characters in their final shape judging by how the others looked like.
Also, descriptions say that the pack images are the same 9"x12" size like the rest.Maybe there's a bigger border or something ?
Anyway, after some "googling" around, I've seen the large lithograph you were talking about. It does look nicer, but yeah, its all up to the store on this one.
As for concept art, I thought the lithos were supposed to depict the characters in their final shape judging by how the others looked like.
Also, descriptions say that the pack images are the same 9"x12" size like the rest.Maybe there's a bigger border or something ?
Anyway, after some "googling" around, I've seen the large lithograph you were talking about. It does look nicer, but yeah, its all up to the store on this one.
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Posté 07 février 2011 - 11:31
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Posté 08 février 2011 - 01:14
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I'm not sure how my personal preference would help your personal preference, but anyway... 
My inclination would probably be to choose the mini-lithos; well actually my first choice would be one of the limited full-size lithos if anything grabs you (as for me, I got them anyway!) but if not, then the minis. The fly in the ointment with the lithographs is that they'll need framing and that will typically cost more than the lithograph itself, the price rising exponentially with the size of the thing. It's worth it though, IMHO. Edit: oh yeah, as for which lithos, probably the Ilium/Omega pack, though that sort of decision tends to change as often as my mood.
That said, when I was younger I was more of a tee-shirt fan. Maybe the experience of seeing them invariably deteriorate into tatty lumps of nothing as I wore them out has finally put me off.
My inclination would probably be to choose the mini-lithos; well actually my first choice would be one of the limited full-size lithos if anything grabs you (as for me, I got them anyway!) but if not, then the minis. The fly in the ointment with the lithographs is that they'll need framing and that will typically cost more than the lithograph itself, the price rising exponentially with the size of the thing. It's worth it though, IMHO. Edit: oh yeah, as for which lithos, probably the Ilium/Omega pack, though that sort of decision tends to change as often as my mood.
That said, when I was younger I was more of a tee-shirt fan. Maybe the experience of seeing them invariably deteriorate into tatty lumps of nothing as I wore them out has finally put me off.
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Posté 08 février 2011 - 06:05
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stardazzled wrote...
Usually, mini lithos are 12x16 inches (Normandy, Illium, TIM, Garrus etc.), the character mini lithos are 9x12 inches. Just to make sure you understand: the character pack is consisting of all 5 character mini lithos. So there are no special extra lithos in the pack. It's just the 5 singles in one pack - for your convience.
(Pay attention to when a thread was created - the one I linked was created 6 days ago. If 6 days is old, I am a grandma.)
Sorry, I didn't mean to sound rude, its just ... I don't know, the forum layout with which I'm not used to. It just feels soo cluttered to me.
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Posté 09 février 2011 - 07:22
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Thanks again everyone for your suggestions ! I've settled with buying the Normandy/TIM lithos and the Tali shirt.
Once I get the chance to open the shipment and enjoy my little souvenirs I should get a clear picture of what to expect and what to choose in the future.
Still though, it seems that I've missed a lot of nice full-size lithos...
Once I get the chance to open the shipment and enjoy my little souvenirs I should get a clear picture of what to expect and what to choose in the future.
Still though, it seems that I've missed a lot of nice full-size lithos...
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Posté 09 février 2011 - 08:04
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The Normandy litho is lovely, and the minis are still a generous size. It'll look awesome. 
I wouldn't beat yourself up about missing the full-size lithographs since the demand for them is enormous and they can sell out in minutes (literally) so it's not as if you just randomly turned up too late. Still, doesn't stop me likewise wishing I had an Afterlife and several others...
I wouldn't beat yourself up about missing the full-size lithographs since the demand for them is enormous and they can sell out in minutes (literally) so it's not as if you just randomly turned up too late. Still, doesn't stop me likewise wishing I had an Afterlife and several others...
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Posté 16 février 2011 - 09:11
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Sorry if this question is "noob-ish", but since its the first time I ever order something from outside the EU and I haven't found any answers else where, here it goes :
According to USPS, they flagged my order with the status of "Electronic Shipping Info Received" on the 10th of this month.
Since then, I haven't got any news of them receiving the package from the store, so that they may proccess and ship it.
I remember reading that, usually, it takes about two days from when the postal service is informed until it actually receives the package.
Is it normal for the delivery to the postal office to take so long ( >6 days) ?
I'm asking because I'm completely clueless as to how long it takes the USPS to receive something and/or to confirm it.
According to USPS, they flagged my order with the status of "Electronic Shipping Info Received" on the 10th of this month.
Since then, I haven't got any news of them receiving the package from the store, so that they may proccess and ship it.
I remember reading that, usually, it takes about two days from when the postal service is informed until it actually receives the package.
Is it normal for the delivery to the postal office to take so long ( >6 days) ?
I'm asking because I'm completely clueless as to how long it takes the USPS to receive something and/or to confirm it.
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Posté 16 février 2011 - 09:20
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In Canada, it does takes a long time for the post office and other people around the world said on the forums that it takes 2 weeks
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Posté 16 février 2011 - 10:15
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Posté 21 février 2011 - 08:29
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Sorry for the delay in replying. Just wanted to say thanks (still waiting for usps to receive it; I'm like a small kid waiting for his presents xD).
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Posté 04 mars 2011 - 03:58
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Hm.. about three weeks passed and nothing changed. I e-mailed support and the one in charge of my case told me she'll contact me when she'll get any updates from shipping. That was 4 days ago..
Is there anything I can do ? Or maybe its this period, with all the Dragon Age II merchandise pouring in and out.
Is there anything I can do ? Or maybe its this period, with all the Dragon Age II merchandise pouring in and out.
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Posté 04 mars 2011 - 11:06
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BogdanV - I hope you got my message on your case via Treehouse. Your order was somehow lost by the shipper, so we are expediting one to you - as soon as I have tracking information I will pass it on. Thank you for your patience!
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Posté 09 mars 2011 - 05:13
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Thank you !
I have received your previous messages and I'm waiting for an update on the situation.
I have received your previous messages and I'm waiting for an update on the situation.
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Posté 12 mars 2011 - 09:22
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THBS issued another package which arrived safely yesterday.
Thanks for all your help folks !
Thanks for all your help folks !
