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So wham shell is the only character that doesn't come in a triple pack if I understand correctly. Being late to the game I'm trying to only pick up triple and adventure packs. I've done good so far, 2 adventure packs and 4 triple packs. So if I understand, I need 2 more adventure packs, and a handful of triple packs plus wham shell to have all 32....right? I have no interest in variants (for now).

I'm inclined to think this auction is a scam.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=280851233789

The picture of the Trigger Happy in the auction is the EXACT SAME as the one from this auction:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...vip=true&rt=nc

None of the pics have similar backgrounds, several are stock photos. I asked the seller to provide a pic of all the figures together - haven't gotten a reply yet.

Selling an extra Ignitor that I picked up. Asking for $16.00 shipped, since ToysRus has inflated prices in NY+ tax+shipping.
If nobody is interested, I'll return this fish to the sea during the week.
Yeah, I know, it doesn't belong here, but the trade thread for these is pathetic.

My Prism Break triple pack from Amazon came in today. Saving it for my sons Easter Basket. Will be joined by Lightning Rod, Chop Chop, Double Trouble, Bash, Hex and Legendary Trigger Happy. Hopefully will find Empire of Ice by Easter also.

I was able to pick up the 3 pack of Lightning Rod, Cynder and Zook at BB this morning for $19.99. That BB had the singles priced at $8.99. I'm hoping to pick up Dragon's Peak tomorrow at TRU and possibly the Legendary Trigger Happy because I couldn't make it to TRU early last Wednesday.

Originally Posted by kk012 I was able to pick up the 3 pack of Warnado, Cynder and Zook at BB this morning for $19.99. That BB had the singles priced at $8.99. I'm hoping to pick up Dragon's Peak tomorrow at TRU and possibly the Legendary Trigger Happy because I couldn't make it to TRU early last Wednesday.

WARNADO? You mean lightning rod.

ugh. Walked into my toys r us this morning when the door opened. Didn't hurry because they typically have a 1 per customer policy. 2 women walked ahead of me and literally scooped all of the new ones off of the racks and walked to the check out.

I said to one "Wow- that's a lot of skylanders, you must really love this game.", to which she replied, "Oh, no- I'm reselling these". ugh.

Anyway- placed my order on tru.com

Wow. I hate people. While standing in line at TRU, one minute, people are complaining about how hard it is to find the figures and eBay resellers... the next, the same people are trading stories about what they've sold on eBay. Guh. Thankfullu, I got in on Day 1 with most everything.

Originally Posted by nbballard ugh. Walked into my toys r us this morning when the door opened. Didn't hurry because they typically have a 1 per customer policy. 2 women walked ahead of me and literally scooped all of the new ones off of the racks and walked to the check out. I said to one "Wow- that's a lot of skylanders, you must really love this game.", to which she replied, "Oh, no- I'm reselling these". ugh. Anyway- placed my order on tru.com

I would not have been able to restrain myself, I would have followed them to check out and reminded the cashier of the company policy right in front of them. People like them are the problem. They are vultures.

Originally Posted by defpally I would not have been able to restrain myself, I would have followed them to check out and reminded the cashier of the company policy right in front of them. People like them are the problem. They are vultures.

Glad the local store kept them in a cart behind the register. That way, they can hand one to each person, instead of having to explain the policy to everyone. And of course avoid hoarders.

Looking at how many Zooks and Lightning Rods are listed on Ebay makes me a sad panda....

Originally Posted by nbballard ugh. Walked into my toys r us this morning when the door opened. Didn't hurry because they typically have a 1 per customer policy. 2 women walked ahead of me and literally scooped all of the new ones off of the racks and walked to the check out. I said to one "Wow- that's a lot of skylanders, you must really love this game.", to which she replied, "Oh, no- I'm reselling these". ugh. Anyway- placed my order on tru.com

Like anything, Skylanders are hot right now and the small supply releases cause the vultures to scoop them up for resale. Leaving the average buyer with empty hands. Activision is enjoying the excitement in their product and thus will continue to produce the figures until they hit the market saturation point. It may take some time, however as the resellers buy up all the available stock. But eventually, the supply will grow as demand slows, then the vultures will end up with all the stock and fewer buyers. A game of musical chairs, who can sell off their stock before the market hits that saturation point and prices crash back to retail. As Activision said, they will continue to crank these figures out, and no one should worry about getting them. So, bottomline, give it time and let market forces take their course, you will be able to get them all at retail. How many CAGs waited for Cynder, then got them locally, as I did, or recently from Amazon and at retail price? I have bought all of my daughters figures and packs at retail and we have all but the Empire of Ice.

Originally Posted by deantjeep Like anything, Skylanders are hot right now and the small supply releases cause the vultures to scoop them up for resale. Leaving the average buyer with empty hands. Activision is enjoying the excitement in their product and thus will continue to produce the figures until they hit the market saturation point. It may take some time, however as the resellers buy up all the available stock. But eventually, the supply will grow as demand slows, then the vultures will end up with all the stock and fewer buyers. A game of musical chairs, who can sell off their stock before the market hits that saturation point and prices crash back to retail. As Activision said, they will continue to crank these figures out, and no one should worry about getting them. So, bottomline, give it time and let market forces take their course, you will be able to get them all at retail. How many CAGs waited for Cynder, then got them locally, as I did, or recently from Amazon and at retail price? I have bought all of my daughters figures and packs at retail and we have all but the Empire of Ice.

I'm not worried about getting them. I have a complete set (minus new releases) that I got without much difficulty. In a few weeks- the new set will be just like the Crypt set. It'll be everywhere, and TRU won't be able to get rid of them.

It was just really upsetting to see parents there with their kids leaving empty handed when these 2 ladies (who didn't have kids with them) bought up the stock.

Originally Posted by dragonjud Glad the local store kept them in a cart behind the register. That way, they can hand one to each person, instead of having to explain the policy to everyone. And of course avoid hoarders.

The store I went to had it set up like that but I had mine on hold . I wouldn't have kept my cool like nbballard, especially considering you have to pay shipping.

K-Mart has Skylanders on sale right now, buy 1g150% off. I found a Cynder at the Alessandro store in Riverside, this was around an hour and half ago so call ahead if you plan on getting it. The other singles were Drill Sergeant, Whirlwind, Double Trouble, Flame Slinger and Chop Chop, they also had a Crypt and Pirates Adventure pack.

Happy Hunting!

Originally Posted by nbballard I'm not worried about getting them. I have a complete set (minus new releases) that I got without much difficulty. In a few weeks- the new set will be just like the Crypt set. It'll be everywhere, and TRU won't be able to get rid of them. It was just really upsetting to see parents there with their kids leaving empty handed when these 2 ladies (who didn't have kids with them) bought up the stock.

I agree, it is sad for those looking to actually play the game and collect the figures. The kids get it the worst, having to leave empty handed.

Just ordered Empire of Ice from Amazon for $19.99. Amazon has 12 left in stock.

Originally Posted by deantjeep Just ordered Empire of Ice from Amazon for $19.99. Amazon has 12 left in stock.

Also got one. This was the last adventure pack my son needed. Thank you.

Originally Posted by hlb96 Also got one. This was the last adventure pack my son needed. Thank you.

Way to go! My daughter is in the same place, only needed Empire of Ice to complete her collection. It has been very elusive for the past month. I also refuse to buy from a reseller. Just wait and watch, eventually you get them at retail. Plus the hunt can be fun!

Originally Posted by deantjeep Way to go! My daughter is in the same place, only needed Empire of Ice to complete her collection. It has been very elusive for the past month. I also refuse to buy from a reseller. Just wait and watch, eventually you get them at retail. Plus the hunt can be fun!

retail is my plan. Missed this one due to me needing a nap...maybe next time.

On the actual game related note...beat it last night. Boss was tough in comparison to the rest of the game. Had to use my 15 yr old brother in law instead of 6 yr old son so beat it

Got there right on time this morning, managed to get a Dragon's Peak & the Lightning Rod/Cynder/Zook 3-Pack (and to give the extra Cinder to a friend of my fiancee's).

My buddy who just got the game however, got one of each of the Adventure Packs. Ballin'!