[Runamuck]

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Originally Posted by Mordiganne

That's the bigger issue involved here. Stagnant wages. But that's not something to delve into here on a message board about toys.

So last thing I'll say on the subject, it's a statue. It's not essential and it's not something anyone couldn't live without. If you (generic you) can't afford to buy it or have qualms about doing so...don't. You'll likely be better off/happier in the long run.

No worries, I never do pay for things frivolous things that I think are too expensive. I used to be a big statue collector, but the prices got out of control, and quality(in my opinion) went down, or stayed the same. So I don't really buy anymore. Same thing happened with Bishoujo. When I started collecting them, they were $50. Now $100 is a good price. They priced me out.

I am also a firm believer that prices go up because manufacturers raises prices. They do it to line their pockets to start off, then when they see people are willing to pay that, it becomes the norm. It's not always the case, but I'd be willing to bet it's the case a lot more than we think.