a poll - what is my favourite playmobil theme?

[Sylvia]

Not to be a dolt, but would you classify the forest theme along with "farm and animals".

I would say it's the closest option for you if animals are your main interest.

Are you into other themes too, kimobile?

Welcome to PlaymoFriends, btw! Nice to have you here

[kimobile]

How kind of you to offer such a warm welcome. 

I have always been fascinated by the idea of the secret life of foresty/mossy/ferny places.  So, I tend to gravitate toward all things woodland, integrating into it a little of the bunny world, a land of gnomes (although they are so darned pricey), and generally things magical.  Thusfar, I have shied away from the whole world of the pink castle -- a bit to Barbie for my taste -- but I think I may cave soon.  I did spring for the forest fairy sets available now in Germany I am, however, waiting for a special occasion to open them -- since I like to share this hobby with my 6-year-old daughter.

Another interest is street scenes.  I love the various Victorian sales stalls (fish, pets, hats, etc.) and the contemporary butcher shop, flower shop, post office, etc. also are appealing to me. 

In reality, I've been collecting the former, debating the latter, and wondering if I am just insane and should spend my money on home improvements instead. 

What about you?  I know there is a heavy presence of viking/knight/roman/pirate fans out there.  I'd love to hear more from the collectors of, shall we say, the "gentler sets".  Although, if you're into staging elaborate battles with lots of blood, guts, and emphasis on proper uniforms and armor, bring it on.  I can appreciate it all!

Best,
Kim

[cachalote]

well kimobile, if you don´t mind a gentle suggestion from a gentle pirate's fan, you can always spend your money improving your home so that it can receive more playmobil sets.
maybe that way some of the guilt could fade away.

[cachalote]

 
just a little reminder for those who are still considering their vote - this poll ends in 9 days...
 

[Tiermann]

Yes I like the peaceful forest animals too. The wolves, badger, mountain lion... 
I seem to be the only one who voted for the dinosaurs  but that's ok, I think that's in part because the more recent series isn't world wide yet. Once you see them in person they are pretty impressive.  Limiting to only 3 choices is pretty small for many (most?) of the collectors here, themes do have a tendency to take off on their own.

[cachalote]

less than 20% of our members voted in this pole.
it is a little sad.
we still have 2 days to do it.
come on guys and girls, don't be shy.

[Martin Milner]

I seem to be the only one who voted for the dinosaurs  but that's ok, I think that's in part because the more recent series isn't world wide yet.

Yes, as the Dinos aren't out in the UK officially yet I don't have any.

I think Cachalote should run this poll every year, to see how our tastes change (or don't) as new themes arrive, and older themes get dropped or reduced in range.

[Tiermann]

Actually I think this poll had good turnout. 23 covers the active posting members pretty well I think, plus some who don't post as often.  There are only 55 members who have posted more than 20 times in the entire history of the board, and a number of those have been inactive for some time, so participation of active members was more like 50% or above.

[cachalote]

 thanks for the inside info tiermann.
 :(but there are still 50% of our members that didin't vote.
 ... and some of them, i am sure, are pirate fans (DO do you really want knights to win?)
 :love:HALF AN HOUR TO CLOSING TIME. COME ON.

[Richard]

thanks for the inside info tiermann.
 :(but there are still 50% of our members that didin't vote.
 ... and some of them, i am sure, are pirate fans (DO do you really want knights to win?)
  HALF AN HOUR TO CLOSING TIME. COME ON.

Hello, Cacholote ...

Even if the Knights win ... Remember, that the first Pirates were probably Templar Knights!

Look at Outback's article ... HERE !!!

All the best and thanks for creating a great poll,
Richard