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So what I think would be a great idea would be to add a little 3 easy question on each forms with 3 different forms for a total of 9 different question. Questions that any GI Joe collector knows, Example: What was the biggest set Hasbro ever made for the GI Joe line? answer: USS Flagg ! If a grand mother knows those type of question ... well she deserve her set lol !
But at the same time I saw at least two people who brought their significant others with who were trying to get a set without an ID and were stammering about trying to act like they had no ID.
QuoteBut at the same time I saw at least two people who brought their significant others with who were trying to get a set without an ID and were stammering about trying to act like they had no ID. But some people actually DON'T have I.D. for example, me. While I wasn't getting a con set (and had no plans to) I brought my passport (my only form of I.D.) with me. At first Mike was kinda weary of letting me in (even after complimenting my hair in the photo ) because my passport didn't have my address on it. I did mention that I wasn't interested in getting a set (not sure if he heard me or not) but he did a super nice guy thing and let me in anyways but for a minute or two I honestly thought I wasn't getting in.
Hi everyone I think I found a way to stop the entire famaly tree to get a set for one person !!! I say keep the sets limited to 100, that makes collecting more fun, hard to get pieces are more appreciated ! The Blue Snake ... only 50 ...wow... what a great idea , even if I dindnt have the chance to get one. Now I will have to look for it to buy one or trade for one, that what is collecting is all about. Not just click on a dot and then its yours, no... you have to work for it some times !!!So what I think would be a great idea would be to add a little 3 easy question on each forms with 3 different forms for a total of 9 different question. Questions that any GI Joe collector knows, Example: What was the biggest set Hasbro ever made for the GI Joe line? answer: USS Flagg ! If a grand mother knows those type of question ... well she deserve her set lol !I think it would stop people who do not have a clue about GI Joe do line for the money only!
Great work again Mike (and crew).As others have said, there will always be people trying to circumvent the system no matter what. Much like technology, all you can do is keep trying to come up with ways to hinder the trouble makers.As for the line, I do have a suggestion. I know you guys bust your humps for this event and I don't want you thinking I am criticizing/bashing. That said I really think you need to put someone on the line right away. I know, I know, you guys have a ton to do, but it seems clear that someone assoicated with the con should be monitoring the line from the beginning. Whether that is Midnight, or 1am. They can hand out numbers/wristbands and take information on the people in line. They can answer questions and make sure everyone in line understands what is required and expected. They can enforce the "be in line" policy and stop people from cutting. Then near the opening hour, double check everyone's number and placement in line. Honestly, from my previous experience with managing events the single most effective solution to line ups is an informed/authorized representative who can problem solve. Leaving a line to it's own devices for too long usually leads to trouble. Of course nothing is bulletproof and there is usually some unforseen problem that arises.Personally I love the sets that include a vehicle. I'm not keen on figure only sets. I would be fine with a single figure/vehicle set if it drops the price and you can get more sets made. However there is no number big enough to keep scalpers away that is reasonable. It becomes a question of how much work you want to put into the set versus the "value" (intrinsic or otherwise).
No Joe Con staff should have to watch the line early like 1 am because people don't listen .