Community fodder box...

[Utinniii]

Thanks! I appreciate it.

 

[johnmorog]

Sounds like the fodder box is gone then?

 

[darthapathy]

Maybe a new one could be created/started?

 

[Don]

If someone were starting a new fodder box I'd probably be willing to send in a few things to help get it started...

 

[darthapathy]

What does everyone who interested in the fodder box think of this idea; choose someone as a designated "starter" (maybe a moderator), send some fodder to them (a decent amount but not everything you have), it gets gathered together and then they send it out according to the list compiled?

So a brief example-15 people are interested in the fodder box. It's decided that #1 is the "starter". #2-15 send some fodder (again, not all of it) to #1. Number One then boxes it all up, adding some of their own of course. Number One then sends it #2. Number Two takes some from the box and adds some to the box and then sends it to #3 and so on.

 

[Don]

What does everyone who interested in the fodder box think of this idea; choose someone as a designated "starter" (maybe a moderator), send some fodder to them (a decent amount but not everything you have), it gets gathered together and then they send it out according to the list compiled?

So a brief example-15 people are interested in the fodder box. It's decided that #1 is the "starter". #2-15 send some fodder (again, not all of it) to #1. Number One then boxes it all up, adding some of their own of course. Number One then sends it #2. Number Two takes some from the box and adds some to the box and then sends it to #3 and so on.

I like this plan. But I have questions.

It would be a lottery or something to see who goes in what order?

Maybe we could define the starter-fodder a little better? I was thinking an example would look like a couple heads, a couple of sets of arms, a couple sets of hands, a couple sets of feet, a couple sets of legs (with or without crotch), a couple torsos/crotches, and a few extras like belts, bandoliers, hats, helmets, or other accessories? Oh, or do you mostly keep your fodder in whole-figure form?

Something like 2-4 figures worth of parts (or figures) from each should be enough to start, right?

Also, keep this limited to one country, or someone is going to have a larger shipping cost?

 

[Jodo]

I still maintain that if people are going to participate, they should have to post pics of what they are putting in, and take pics of what they are taking out.

 

[darthapathy]

What does everyone who interested in the fodder box think of this idea; choose someone as a designated "starter" (maybe a moderator), send some fodder to them (a decent amount but not everything you have), it gets gathered together and then they send it out according to the list compiled?

So a brief example-15 people are interested in the fodder box. It's decided that #1 is the "starter". #2-15 send some fodder (again, not all of it) to #1. Number One then boxes it all up, adding some of their own of course. Number One then sends it #2. Number Two takes some from the box and adds some to the box and then sends it to #3 and so on.

I like this plan. But I have questions.

It would be a lottery or something to see who goes in what order?

Maybe we could define the starter-fodder a little better? I was thinking an example would look like a couple heads, a couple of sets of arms, a couple sets of hands, a couple sets of feet, a couple sets of legs (with or without crotch), a couple torsos/crotches, and a few extras like belts, bandoliers, hats, helmets, or other accessories? Oh, or do you mostly keep your fodder in whole-figure form?

Something like 2-4 figures worth of parts (or figures) from each should be enough to start, right?

Also, keep this limited to one country, or someone is going to have a larger shipping cost?

In the past,the order has been the order in which people have expressed interest. I think the first time the person who owned the box decided to do this and said "who's in"? It just went down the line on who responded.
I would say probably 5 figures worth of parts would be a good start and it could be whole figures or pieces. A small pile of accessories would be welcome as well. If ten people were interested besides the "starter" that would be a nice starter box. Keep in mind that more fodder would be added as it goes down the line.

I still maintain that if people are going to participate, they should have to post pics of what they are putting in, and take pics of what they are taking out.

I'm ok with that as long as everyone is in agreement. Also, should we determine what is acceptable for fodder? I know in the past this was a bit of an issue.

 

[Don]

I still maintain that if people are going to participate, they should have to post pics of what they are putting in, and take pics of what they are taking out.

I get the concern, but feel like it wrecks the surprise. Could the photos be sent to a box-administrator, or maybe a separate thread, in case people want to keep the surprise of opening the box?

 

[darthapathy]

I still maintain that if people are going to participate, they should have to post pics of what they are putting in, and take pics of what they are taking out.

I get the concern, but feel like it wrecks the surprise. Could the photos be sent to a box-administrator, or maybe a separate thread, in case people want to keep the surprise of opening the box?

It's kind of a Catch 22. On one hand it's a nice feeling to be surprised by what's in the box. On the other hand without some sort of visual documentation and a bit of accountability, someone could take out 30 pieces and only put in 3 or worse, take all the really good SA figures and put in 5 POA figures from the dollar store.
I suppose if you only show what you took out and what you put in, the rest of the box would still be a surprise.

 

[roron corobb]

I wouldn't mind helping you guys out again with some fodder to donate, though I don't think I would want to join in on the box. I have so many things going on that I don't have time for any new. Though if it starts back up and want some things to help start something drop me a line.

roron corobb

 

[Utinniii]

Also, keep this limited to one country, or someone is going to have a larger shipping cost?

Your empathy is appreciated. Not only was I screwed over but now I'm to be excluded from the new one?

For the record, I stuffed 2 boxes to bursting with fodder and most of it was removed so even if half of it was "crap" That still leaves a lot of good fodder. There were some unique and expensive items as well as personal castings.

I also shipped it paying the whole cost both times. Money was chipped in for the other end and I picked from photos and only had shipped to me what I wanted.

Only a couple of you bothered to reply to my queries above and none of you expressed outrage or sympathy that this happened.

I'm not gonna lie and say this experience isn't a factor why I haven't been customizing or posting as much.

BTW Ctrona, the R2 you "sent" afterwards still has yet to arrive.

I'm out, it seems.

 

[darthapathy]

Since this was recently brought up in the Yakfinities thread, I thought maybe this could be revived in its own thread and discussed once again.

What are people's thoughts on starting this up again?
Personally, I'm torn. On one hand, I loved the idea. It was a great way to interact with the members and to share fodder for the hobby. On the other hand, I'm afraid it could go wrong again. There's also the underlying issue on what is good fodder and what isn't. Another deterrent is the cost of figures/lack of availability.
I'm curious to hear what everyone thinks.

 

[YAK_Chewie]

I'm a little torn as well. I love the concept of it though.

 

[Darth_Cain]

I would be down to participate again. We would need a new box to get this started, as the last one seemingly disappeared. I am not sure of the best protocol for establishing a new and improved box. Doesn't seem fair to have someone with mountains of fodder to be tasked with filling the box first. Maybe those who want to participate send a reasonable amount of parts to seed the box to someone who packs them all together, randomizes the order of who gets the box, then mails it, and resumes removing and replacing parts as it circulates. That might be more trouble than it is worth. I don't know...

I also think we would need to establish some ground rules, such as:

• Use a priority mailing box to keep shipping costs the same.
• Each person reserves the right to review the contents of the box for junk. If they feel there is something qualifying as junk, they can post a picture of it to survey if anyone wants it. If no one does, it goes to the landfill.
• 5poa parts are not allowed except for heads. Some of those alien heads from POTF2 figures are occasionally handy.
• Others?

Regardless, I enjoyed this in the past, and as I get older, it seems there are fewer things I get to look forward to just for me and my niche interests. I would be glad to participate.

 

[darthapathy]

I would be down to participate again. We would need a new box to get this started, as the last one seemingly disappeared. I am not sure of the best protocol for establishing a new and improved box. Doesn't seem fair to have someone with mountains of fodder to be tasked with filling the box first. Maybe those who want to participate send a reasonable amount of parts to seed the box to someone who packs them all together, randomizes the order of who gets the box, then mails it, and resumes removing and replacing parts as it circulates. That might be more trouble than it is worth. I don't know...

I also think we would need to establish some ground rules, such as:

• Use a priority mailing box to keep shipping costs the same.
• Each person reserves the right to review the contents of the box for junk. If they feel there is something qualifying as junk, they can post a picture of it to survey if anyone wants it. If no one does, it goes to the landfill.
• 5poa parts are not allowed except for heads. Some of those alien heads from POTF2 figures are occasionally handy.
• Others?

Regardless, I enjoyed this in the past, and as I get older, it seems there are fewer things I get to look forward to just for me and my niche interests. I would be glad to participate.

I like your idea of sending fodder to a starter box. As for contents of the box, how about no non toy fodder. We can leave out toothpicks and things of that nature that were in the box the last time.

 

[Darth_Cain]

I like your idea of sending fodder to a starter box. As for contents of the box, how about no non toy fodder. We can leave out toothpicks and things of that nature that were in the box the last time.

Good call. The fodder box should not be an effing trash can.