I need to think of a better way to intro into a post as it's easily the hardest line in each one. I may just start using various factions warcries instead. Anyway,as those of you who read the Darkstar review will know, I mentioned the company Asset Drop Co who provide subscription box services for hobbyists (hobbiers? hobbits?) and that's actually how I was introduced to Darkstar.
So today I want to attempt an unbox/review of their service. The company currently offers three types of box, the monster box which includes one large monster model, a resin base, basing materials and miniature paints. The heroine box which includes a female hero model, a resin base, basing materials and paints. And the discovery box which includes a variety of hobby equipment such as paints, basing materials and other more specialist items. Currently I am subscribed to the discovery box so that is the only one I'm able to review.
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| July's Discovery Box - Including: Darkstar Molten Metals, Hataka Camo Paints, Secret Weapon Washes and Verdigris pigments as well as a neat paint sponge |
I have had two boxes delivered so far and that's because they also offer the ability to purchase a past box, so if you've missed a box that includes something you really want (verdigris pigment and paint sponge in my situation) then you can pick up that box on a one-off basis. This is an amazing feature for people who just want a taster before signing up and I truly believe it'll be a great experience whatever your level.
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| A few close ups of the Secret Weapon aspects of July's Box. Handy RRP tags as well in case a particular item takes your fancy |
That leads me nicely onto the next part of the review (almost like it was planned), each box comes with a booklet which covers all of the contents as well as tutorials on how to apply them to projects. This is an amazing resource that the team has clearly put so much time and effort into and really opens up the accessibility to painters (like myself) who may not have been exposed to certain techniques or paint types.
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| August's Discovery Box - A few more Darkstar Molten Metals this time focusing on copper effects, Serious Plays well water effect, Instar washes, Hatakas Blue grey paints and some basing materials (most of the contents are combined in the tutorial book for an amazing base piece) |
I think the aspect that appeals most to me is that it does what it says on the tin, Discovery really does help you discover new brands, new techniques and new ideas. It takes away the effort of going out and foraging for new materials and delivers them straight to your doorstep. Now I love going into a hobby shop and swooning over walls of paints as much as the next nerd but there's something about coming home to a handpicked selection that really excites me and gets me pumped for painting.
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| Serious Plays 'Well Water' effect, this is combined to create a liquid that will replicate a water effect that can fill recesses for an incredible puddle/well base (all instructions included within the box) |
After unboxing and researching all the different elements and the companies that own them, its very clear how much value there is here too. The retail price for last months boxes contents was £9 higher than the subscription cost which is a tidy saving. Now obviously these are essentially blind boxes so you'll never know what you're going to get but unless you own every brand of every paint in the universe I'm certain there will be something for everyone.
In conclusion I really don't have a bad thing to say about Asset Drop Co, the experience I have had has been eons above a lot of other companies. Not only is this a solid product but the ladies and gentleman behind the scenes have demonstrated some of the best customer care I've ever witnessed, even with someone like me asking a lot of annoying questions.
Oh and to top it off both boxes have included a mini pack of sweets! (disclaimer: may not be in every box don't blame me)
Arcane
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