I do not normally participate in Mithril forum discussions but I feel I must write in response to comments made by Michael O’Brian regarding the reasons for a lack of regular M releases. Michael has linked the lack of regular releases with what he describes as a long ( looong – his word) learning curve with 3D design and printing. In fact the regular M releases ceased years before the advent of 3D design which actually makes the whole process faster so that often these days I am able to expand single figure suggestions into multi-figure vignettes. Sadly the reason for any lack of regular M releases is a lack of marketing strategy on the part of Mithril ( required to expand our customer base), together with an inadequate website for such a strategy, and last but not least because Mithril chooses to only employ me on a part-time basis these days!
Chris Tubb
“Elves seldom give unguarded advice, for advice is a dangerous gift, even from the wise to the wise, and all courses may run ill.”(Gildor Inglorion, LOTR1)
(I send this “communiqué” from Chris Tubb who asked me to publish it to the whole community on his behalf)
“Elves seldom give unguarded advice, for advice is a dangerous gift, even from the wise to the wise, and all courses may run ill.”(Gildor Inglorion, LOTR1)
Chris is spot on about digital sculpting. Once he creates a model there is a lot he can do with it. Digital sculpting and printing does have a learning curve, but once the skill is there it’s very easy to execute. Chris has got the sculpting part down. Now Mithril needs to embrace it and move forward. Let’s hope this leads to positive change at Mithril and more of Chris’ beautiful work.
These past two years have been rough for any small business. I think giving them the benefit of the doubt is in order. Fingers crossed!
“Elves seldom give unguarded advice, for advice is a dangerous gift, even from the wise to the wise, and all courses may run ill.”(Gildor Inglorion, LOTR1)
