2014 TMNT Figures

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Originally Posted by OrokuYoshiFilms

*ahem* but anyway it seems to me that those kind of variables would already be taken into account before the figures are even made, right? Like how could they knowingly let a figure like that come out if you know you can't afford to paint it all the way?

Generally things are worked out well in advance, but sometimes there are unforseen costs - say the price of oil spikes, then it's going to have a knock-on effect on plastic costs. Or maybe there's a problem with the factory and a new one has to be found. Stuff that you can't really plan for, that can have a huge effect, from meaning paint apps have to be cut, to accessories being dropped, or joints omitted, or even whole figures cancelled.

Of course, there is the simpler explanation - Playmates (a company never known for their high quality) knows that kids & collectors will buy the toys regardless, and are happy to knock them out on the cheap. A somewhat cynical view, but probably not too far from the truth...