darkSpyro

Were there only two rock variants (Zook and Whirlwind)? Anyone confirm there isn't an elusive third one? Did they both come in triple and single packs?

To the best of my knowledge:
Zook and Whirlwind were the only two rock variants
Both had the problem where some were flagged as special and no flag set at all
Both I believe are available as singles and 3-packs.

My rock zook is in a 3-pack and is not flagged as special.

I have seen images of rock zook by himself.

technically there is a third granite crusher as hes rock like the whirlwind and zook

Quote: cupraR300

technically there is a third granite crusher as hes rock like the whirlwind and zook

Totally different types of variants.

To give u heads up so u know if ur reads special on ur wep card if there is a black dot next to the code it will read special. But u will have to open it to even know tho. Never seen any one bring this up but all my variants gold flameslinger has one if u check his card

^what language is this?

Yes, only two Rock/Stone Variants; Whirwind and Zook (no elusive third)... Granite Crusher was a store exclusive for Target and is completely different; not a chase variant. Both rock/stone variants come in both single packs and triple packs... both of mine are in triple packs and both register as "special" in game, although I have heard of more problems with Rock Whirlwind not being "special" than problems with Rock Zook... hope this helps!!

But Rock variants dont appear different in game right? It just recognizes that it's special right?

Quote: flashwingftw

But Rock variants dont appear different in game right? It just recognizes that it's special right?

Correct. The only in-game variants that changes are Royal Double Trouble, Granite Crusher, Jade Flashwing and Molten Hot Dog. The remaining are just visual toy modifications.

Named variants appear differently in the various games. Legendaries, dark spyro, punch pop fizz, etc. Anything that is named differently on the box.

The only exception is the Hidden Treasure Chest / Platinum Treasure Chest. They are the same.

^That's an easy way to remember that...thanks!

I've been looking consistently for rock and sparkle variants and cannot find them. I'm convinced that employees must take these the majority of the time. (No offense to any retail workers--I know that not ALL are taking advantage of the system)
If anyone is willing to sell or trade at fair prices--not eBay prices--please contact me.
Thanks
Shelly

^ In my area (New Jersey), there were about 3 of each in both Walmart and ToysRUs, soooo angry that I didn't get 'em.

Quote: shelly9871

I've been looking consistently for rock and sparkle variants and cannot find them. I'm convinced that employees must take these the majority of the time. (No offense to any retail workers--I know that not ALL are taking advantage of the system)
If anyone is willing to sell or trade at fair prices--not eBay prices--please contact me.
Thanks
Shelly

I just saw your exact same post in the last topic I read!! How many places are you posting this quote??

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Quote: shelly9871

I've been looking consistently for rock and sparkle variants and cannot find them. I'm convinced that employees must take these the majority of the time. (No offense to any retail workers--I know that not ALL are taking advantage of the system)
If anyone is willing to sell or trade at fair prices--not eBay prices--please contact me.
Thanks
Shelly

News flash: Fair prices ARE eBay prices. Fair for who...the buyer? They call em chase variants for a reason....

Well--I wasn't trying to be rude but "I" think--and I'd guess done would agree that there is a difference between paying extra because its rare and price gouging--my opinion--I don't mind paying a hundred or two depending on figure--but when they get crazy it seems silly.
I put this in two places because I wanted it to be seen in hopes of finding mutually beneficial situation. If that was a problem in sorry. Geez--I've read this site for awhile and finally decided to post--maybe I shouldn't have. If I've broken a rule I apologize--
Shelly

Quote: shelly9871

Well--I wasn't trying to be rude but "I" think--and I'd guess done would agree that there is a difference between paying extra because its rare and price gouging--my opinion--I don't mind paying a hundred or two depending on figure--but when they get crazy it seems silly.
I put this in two places because I wanted it to be seen in hopes of finding mutually beneficial situation. If that was a problem in sorry. Geez--I've read this site for awhile and finally decided to post--maybe I shouldn't have. If I've broken a rule I apologize--
Shelly

Some think paying over 9.99 for any figure regardless of variant is crazy. You just said you didn't mind paying a hundred "or two" for a figure. That's well in line with eBay prices for these two figures. If you wanted them less than $100 you should've gotten them over the holidays. They've gone up 30% since then.

Most of these guys (SSA or SG) are about $150 each...some of the real specials like Prism Employee and Pearl Hex demands $300+. I'm a little disappointed with Glitter Hot Head demanding $200+ per figure but let's face it--it isn't showing up with frequency like White Flocked Stump Smash or White Flocked Eruptor. White Flocked Prism Break is about halfway between these guys in terms of scarcity in the market.

Bottom line--if sellers are using low starting price and no reserve...the prices are reflecting market demand. So that's fair.

So, what's a "fair" price for these guys? I would've loved to get both of these guys right now for $100 each. I've bid and lost on the last 3 that have come to market. I can either choose to raise my bid or go without. I guess you're in the same boat too.