Harrytheheid
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Thought I'd open a new thread on the subject of what the new K&C Ranges might be. There's been quite a few suggestions, so what have we got, in no particular order, and entirely my personal opinions..??
a) Victorian British Empire
Maybe. It's certainly been one of the favourite subjects for TS down the years. Could be made to fit in with Flashy (
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Zulu War, Boer War, NW Frontier, 1st Afghan War
Out of the 4 examples above, I would think that NW Frontier would win it by a nose.
b) Cromwell, British Civil Wars
Potential to be an interesting subject, but international appeal..?? Hmmm....Dunno.
c) Custer and 7th Cavalry
Another interesting one, little bit limited in scope maybe..?? Having said that, K&C do a range devoted entirely to one battle (Alamo), so it might be in with a shout.
d) Mongols
My personal favourite and a range I would love to see developed.
Asian, wide scope, mainly cavalry (if offered as action figures). Don't think its a subject that's been covered to any great extent by anyone else, although Tinbay's figures look very attractive in the photo's
e) Trojan War
A very close second in my personal favourites. It has everything. Larger than Life personalities, Gods and Goddesses if we wanted them. West vs East.
Doesn't need to feature exclusively on the Illiad. Could be adapted to the Oddessy. Circe, Cyclops, etc.
f) Israeli/Arab conflicts 1948 to Present
Hmmm....maybe too controversial..and too up-to-date..?? - although this has never been an issue for K&C before, eg. the Iraq figures. Wouldn't appeal too much to me, but yeah, equipment-wise and with diverse AFV's, it could be an interesting subject.
g) Arthurian Britain
Potential to be a wonderful, wonderful, subject. Could actually be a dark horse. Britons, Picts, Irish, Saxons, Angles. Possibility of moving a little bit into Sword and Sorcery..??
h) Conquistadors & Aztecs
Seems to have its champions here on this forum. Another potentially interesting subject.
i) Falklands Conflict
Not much chance - although you never know..?? Along with a Northern Ireland "Troubles" Range it might be a bit too recent - and carries the risk of being too contoversial - Just my opinion of course.
j) American West
Out of all the suggestions I've seen recently, I think this would be a clear favourite. As Pierre suggested, a sort of SOHK - but set in the West. A sort of Louis Lamour Range maybe..?? It also would have everything, with instantly recognisable characters;
The Town Marshall
The Sackett's
The Livery Stable Employees
The Bank and it's Employees
The Saturday Night Jamboree (A La She Wore A Yellow Ribbon)
The Saloon and Bartender
The Empire-Building Cattleman/Rancher
The Saloon Gals
The Piano Player (I want to be the model for that one..)
The Poker Game
The Town Barber Shop
The Farmer and His Family
The Town Blacksmith
The Town Drunk
The Off Duty 6th Cavalrymen
The Evil Goldmine Owner
The Cowpokes
The Mayor
The Original Indigenous North American Inhabitants
The Mountain Men
The Railroad
The Gunslinger
The Kid
I could go on, but you get the idea. The more I think on it, the more convinced I am that this is going to be one of the new ranges.
But then again....What do I know..??....
Must admit that I'm interested in any negative or positive or even nuetral responses to the above musings.
Cheers
H
a) Victorian British Empire
Maybe. It's certainly been one of the favourite subjects for TS down the years. Could be made to fit in with Flashy (
)Zulu War, Boer War, NW Frontier, 1st Afghan War
Out of the 4 examples above, I would think that NW Frontier would win it by a nose.
b) Cromwell, British Civil Wars
Potential to be an interesting subject, but international appeal..?? Hmmm....Dunno.
c) Custer and 7th Cavalry
Another interesting one, little bit limited in scope maybe..?? Having said that, K&C do a range devoted entirely to one battle (Alamo), so it might be in with a shout.
d) Mongols
My personal favourite and a range I would love to see developed.
Asian, wide scope, mainly cavalry (if offered as action figures). Don't think its a subject that's been covered to any great extent by anyone else, although Tinbay's figures look very attractive in the photo's
e) Trojan War
A very close second in my personal favourites. It has everything. Larger than Life personalities, Gods and Goddesses if we wanted them. West vs East.
Doesn't need to feature exclusively on the Illiad. Could be adapted to the Oddessy. Circe, Cyclops, etc.
f) Israeli/Arab conflicts 1948 to Present
Hmmm....maybe too controversial..and too up-to-date..?? - although this has never been an issue for K&C before, eg. the Iraq figures. Wouldn't appeal too much to me, but yeah, equipment-wise and with diverse AFV's, it could be an interesting subject.
g) Arthurian Britain
Potential to be a wonderful, wonderful, subject. Could actually be a dark horse. Britons, Picts, Irish, Saxons, Angles. Possibility of moving a little bit into Sword and Sorcery..??
h) Conquistadors & Aztecs
Seems to have its champions here on this forum. Another potentially interesting subject.
i) Falklands Conflict
Not much chance - although you never know..?? Along with a Northern Ireland "Troubles" Range it might be a bit too recent - and carries the risk of being too contoversial - Just my opinion of course.
j) American West
Out of all the suggestions I've seen recently, I think this would be a clear favourite. As Pierre suggested, a sort of SOHK - but set in the West. A sort of Louis Lamour Range maybe..?? It also would have everything, with instantly recognisable characters;
The Town Marshall
The Sackett's
The Livery Stable Employees
The Bank and it's Employees
The Saturday Night Jamboree (A La She Wore A Yellow Ribbon)
The Saloon and Bartender
The Empire-Building Cattleman/Rancher
The Saloon Gals
The Piano Player (I want to be the model for that one..
)The Poker Game
The Town Barber Shop
The Farmer and His Family
The Town Blacksmith
The Town Drunk
The Off Duty 6th Cavalrymen
The Evil Goldmine Owner
The Cowpokes
The Mayor
The Original Indigenous North American Inhabitants
The Mountain Men
The Railroad
The Gunslinger
The Kid
I could go on, but you get the idea. The more I think on it, the more convinced I am that this is going to be one of the new ranges.
But then again....What do I know..??....
Must admit that I'm interested in any negative or positive or even nuetral responses to the above musings.
Cheers
H
