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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Thunderfoot" data-source="post: 3376461" data-attributes="member: 34175">I'm not sure, there was a study that someone posted somewhere (please dear God somebody find it) that showed the Reaper was a niche company to start with and that in the metal minis market wasn't even one of the 'big boys' anymore, if that is true, I have to think this is their last ditch effort to stay afloat.  WotC doesn't have the power to close down companies, but their brand loyaty is enough to steer the market where they want it to go.  It's a sad fact, but a fact none the less - is t about money, you're darn right it is, no one gets in to business to hand out charity, except charities.  If Reaper has decided that the cash model goes the way of pre-paint and plastic, that is the way the the product line will follow, plain simple basic business.  Does it suck, yes, is it going to change because people complain, no, is that unfortunate, yes.  As for ten of thousands of painters - the attendance at the paint and take table was down something like 50+%, if they are going to make the move, there is no time like the present.  If you think you have a legitmate gripe (and I think you do, actually) have you contacted Reaper directly?  They have a messageboard too and are usually pretty good about answering question - as far as customer service, they are still a 'big boy' in the market.  That would be my first action if I were you.  Hope this gives at least a glimmer of hope.</blockquote>

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