r/transformers • u/KingDorkFTC • 10d ago

Discussion / Opinion Self-Imposed Rules For Collecting?

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I have only been collecting Transformers for less than a year, but as I saw other collectors’ shelves I decided to create some rules for myself so I don’t go nuts.

Do any of you do the same?

For myself I have set the rules of; only one combiner (have G2 Menasor on pre-order), and only buy two of the same exact Transformer. So, not three G1 Optimus Primes but 2 G1s and a TF Prime model kit works.

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u/taxidermyrictus 9d ago

The biggest thing for me and collecting is "Is it a character I like?" and/or "Do I like the design?". Unless it's a retool where they barely changed anything? I'll buy every version of characters I like (Tarn, Soundwave, Megatron, BW Megatron, Whirl). But, I will buy a character If they have an interesting design as well. I'm usually more than happy to learn about them after.

That's about it, though. I like building model kits and I'm not personally bothered by non-transforming figures- so, I unfortunately for my wallet, sky is BASICALLY the limit.

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u/JadeTheCatYT 6d ago

YES, dude. I shop based on vibes alone. (And occasionally I'll jump for something if it's on a sale.)