Fantastic news! Looking forward to the details tomorrow.
Another 50 sets this time?
Nope. I want to keep Wackys going, but I cannot keep up with that kind of purchase every week.
With 5 cards each week, the price point will probably be $25, which equates to $100/month for just one set. I doubt many of us can keep doing that every month. Now if they were kiss cut with the wide black borders, no back variations, etc. then maybe.I hope not at $25. The weekly GPK sets of ten cards are $20, so really these should just five cards for $10. I'm sure Topps'll charge a Wacky tax though, and they'll be more. Wait and see.
Wacky Packages All New Weekly Series is the name of the new set! 5 new WP in the style of ANS every week. Just good old fashioned Wacky Packages. Every month makes a series. And there will be a checklist and other fun things. Official announcement coming tomorrow!
I hope not at $25. The weekly GPK sets of ten cards are $20, so really these should just five cards for $10. I'm sure Topps'll charge a Wacky tax though, and they'll be more. Wait and see.
Either way, I'm joining the buyers club here for whatever possible discount in group orders.
I'd like a set for pages and a set to put away.
Is this going to be traditional humor or the recent political / entertainment / sports nonsense?
And Old School 9 in November 2020! This is going to be a great year for Wackies!
Will OS9 in November 2020 be all 1990's entries or a mix of 1970's/1980's/1990's entries?
Wacky Packages All New Weekly Series is the name of the new set! 5 new WP in the style of ANS every week. Just good old fashioned Wacky Packages. Every month makes a series. And there will be a checklist and other fun things. Official announcement coming tomorrow!
Email from Topps just says Starting tomorrow ‘Look out for wacky wednesdays’
very soooooooon!
Hey Neil!
Any more insider details you can share with us? :)
Aside from the teaser title that Topps sent out today, I think we are going to have to wait.
I’m thinking you’re right about that. Will be interesting to see the format and if there will be extras. I’m kinda hoping it’s just a straight set you buy each week. No sketches. Keeping things simple. The checklist at the end of the month sounds great. Hope it’s somehow 9 pieces and makes the puzzle!I expect it’ll be very similar to the current weekly GPK sets, which is also the same lineup of five artists doing one card each.
I'm still confused why Wacky Packages can't be like the GPK - available in boxes, packs, blaster boxes, etc. at retail outlets. I'm really excited ANS is back, especially with the artists involved, but 5 titles a week x $15 to $20 each is an expensive way to put set together. Now I'm reading that the bulk ordering thing is gone?I asked a similar question on a post I made on 3/22/20 called "Possible fate of Wackys in brick-and-mortar stores?" if you - or anyone else - would like to look.
I expect it’ll be very similar to the current weekly GPK sets, which is also the same lineup of five artists doing one card each.
They started with a simple 5x2 set (10 cards) @ $20 for all of April, and now for May they have introduced one parallel card with the set, giving 11 cards at the same $20.
The best thing about this is consistent Wackies. Fingers crossed these sets are well supported by the fans. These artists have gone to bat for us here. We need to show them that we’re not all about the talk. If sets like these are what it takes to re-ignite Topps to green light more sets. I’m all about it. With these upcoming sets, Neil’s Attacky Packages and David’s Old School Sets. I’m a happy guy here.
Not particularly happy with the weekly model though - seems like a lot of materials and energy wasted in processing and shipping. I'd prefer a once a month complete set.
What I miss are the uncut sheets Topps used to sell.
Crunch Boogers was snot what I was hoping for in terms of new Wackies.
Crunch Boogers was snot what I was hoping for in terms of new Wackies.
... will help us stay sane.Too late for some of us.
Looks like no bulk ordering discount, eh?there is, the same 10% they're doing with the GPKs and others.
we've got cards!
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-all-new-series-week-1.html
$15 per pack
($135 for 10 packs)
Each pack will contain 5 brand new wacky stickers and 2 chase stickers including Ludlows, Coupons and the return of Wonky Packages.
Configuration
• 5 base stickers, puzzle backs
• 2 of 3 chase stickers (Red Ludlow Back, Coupon Back, Wonky Packages)
Subject List
• Crunch Boogies
• Thick Tac
• Chips Destroy
• Magic Meatballs
• Slay
I guess what I'm getting at, is there is little to no point in doing a bulk order for the forum, correct? the savings isn't worth the effort...Right. It’s a piddling amount. $1.50 a set. So even after a month (4 sets), the savings is $6, which is maybe $1 over what it would cost for me to resend. Not worth the time or effort.
So does each card have a puzzle back, a coupon back and a Ludlow back? So each card has 3 backs? Are the wonky ones the backs of the 2 chase cards? Can anyone clarify?My guess ( but need the artists to weigh in)
My guess ( but need the artists to weigh in)
Wonky is its own card - both front and back are shown.
Coupon and ludlow are alternate backs of the five base cards
So base cards total 15, counting all back variations, and there is one Wonky.
Thank you! So the Baby Rant is some sort of Bonus card?That’s how I see it.
So does each card have a puzzle back, a coupon back and a Ludlow back? So each card has 3 backs? Is Baby Rant a bonus card?
YES, YES and NO. Baby Rant is the Wonky card. One per week each week.
YES, YES and NO. Baby Rant is the Wonky card. One per week each week.
Can someone help me figure out why I can't apply my $5 rewards to these?Those are only good for topps now products and these aren’t those.
So no to the Ludlow back for each card?Neil said yes to that
I do believe I'm extra dense today......... can't quite figure out what to order to have a chance at one of everything. Maybe I'll just not worry about the alternate backs.
And, is this print on Demand, or might they sell out before the week is up?
Ok he said yes yes noYou had three questions. All those were in question one.
I had puzzle, coupon and Ludlow
Confused...
What makes this a Wonky Package? It looks like a Wacky Package to me.
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What makes this a Wonky Package? It looks like a Wacky Package to me.
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Hey Rob, It's based off the 6th series title, "Baby Runt", very similar but kind of different...
It might be considered a little bit of stretch from Baby Ruth, but it's a good twist on Baby Runt. I don't know if the current packaging is different, but this Wonky looks like the old 1970's packaging used in Series 6.From what I can see, Pat, its real name is Curtiss Baby Ruth and it is, thus, based on Baby Runt from the 6th series. Baby Ruth is made by Nestle now, not Curtiss.
Oh my, I need to go find my first four Wonkys..........
By the way, I want to give a big shout out to Paul Harris, the brainchild of "Magic Meatball"! As everyone here will agree, he's a top-notch writer and a true inspiration to the hobby! As a matter of fact, he's been touting a regular Wacky Packages release for as long as I can remember. So many thanks Paul!!! Hope to see a lot more of your ideas in future weeks!Oh yeah, Magic Meatball! I got a real laugh out of that one when I saw it on the Topps website!
Print on Demand so you don't have to worry about it selling out
Thanks! That takes the pressure off for now, while we get a better understanding of the extra 2 cards per pack. If the 2 cards will always be different types, such as ludlow and coupon, ludlow and Wonky, coupon and Wonky, that's one thing, but if packs might have 2 ludlows or 2 coupons, or 2 Wonkys, and the alternate backs for the 5 different stickers are printed in equal quantities with Wonkys, it might be a lot harder to get Wonkys.Legit questions.
Those are only good for topps now products and these aren’t those.
I found my first Wonkys, numbered WP1 through WP4 on the fronts. The backs are the same as what is shown for Baby Rant, but it looks like with this issue they will just be numbering the fronts starting from 1, without the WP. A little odd to me, but I guess it keeps people who don't have the first four from feeling like they haven't "collected 'em all!" like it would if they started these with WP5.
How were the first 4 wonkys made available? Were they easy to get?WP1-WP3 were one per Wacky Comic book #5 order back in April 2013.
How were the first 4 wonkys made available? Were they easy to get?
They were issued in 2013 with the April Fool's Day Wacky Packages Comics #5. Each sealed comic included 1 of 3 different Wonky Packages cards (WP1, WP2, and WP3); a purchase of three comics included a special 4th Wonky Packages card WP4.
The issue price was $16.95 per comic book. So, although they were easy to get, they weren't cheap.
Thanks so much for the info! If anyone has them for sale please PM me :)
I found my first Wonkys, numbered WP1 through WP4 on the fronts. The backs are the same as what is shown for Baby Rant, but it looks like with this issue they will just be numbering the fronts starting from 1, without the WP. A little odd to me, but I guess it keeps people who don't have the first four from feeling like they haven't "collected 'em all!" like it would if they started these with WP5.
Thanks! That takes the pressure off for now, while we get a better understanding of the extra 2 cards per pack. If the 2 cards will always be different types, such as ludlow and coupon, ludlow and Wonky, coupon and Wonky, that's one thing, but if packs might have 2 ludlows or 2 coupons, or 2 Wonkys, and the alternate backs for the 5 different stickers are printed in equal quantities with Wonkys, it might be a lot harder to get Wonkys.
Please forgive me if I'm overthinking this......... I really like the Wonkys and will want one of each! I've given up on luds, but I do enjoy the coupons, so I'll probably want those, too.
I don't mean to overthink it either, Pat, but I would like a clear answer about what the possibilities and odds are for the two bonus cards. I also like the coupons (though not enough to collect 'em all as I suspect that could get a bit expensive) and Wonky Packages (which I would really like).Finding out the odds would be great for the two extra cards, or really, the three types of bonus.
Dr.M,
You CAN write a script for the KoDUCK to discount forum members to only $10 / week and we can have the most important meal of the day (inside joke)
Doctor's Orders!!! being They are in NY they SHOULD comply!
SOOOO Great to see a new and consistent release of Wackies!!!!
Richard
#StayWacky
Agree.Ditto. Snot gags are the worst. I'll pass on these and hope for another old school series.
Ditto. Snot gags are the worst. I'll pass on these and hope for another old school series.
Ditto. Snot gags are the worst. I'll pass on these and hope for another old school series.
I don't think most here care about completing the red ludlow backs anymore.
aaah, the return of our beloved Wackys! Great job to ALL of you!
Let's just sit back, sigh, relax and enjoy the ride, so what if there's
a little snot humor here and there? The original Wackys had an "edge"
for the times back then, it's nice to see new concepts!
I agree. It's unfortunate that Topps put a snot gag in the first pack, possibly turning off some collectors, but what's done is done. Why not support the set now, since you can always decide to stop whenever you want to if things deteriorate later? You'll still have some new Wackys.
Good change to the numbering. Having it be WP makes sense.'course, now, we have two Wonkys labeled WP1.
Any guesses to how many cards will be in the complete "All New Series"?The first set is the month of May. Four weeks with 5 All New Weekly Series (ANWS) cards each. So 20 in all. (not counting the four Wonkys)
I"m trying to figure out how much I can allocate into purchasing the run of these.
The odds of getting a Wonky would be extremely helpful to know.
The first set is the month of May. Four weeks with 5 All New Weekly Series (ANWS) cards each. So 20 in all. (not counting the four Wonkys)
I would expect, if May sells well, that we will see more after that.
How many packs of these are you all buying? I placed two separate orders of one pack each. Hoping for at least one Wonky.
Only one set for me. That's always been my goal for all Wacky Packages. I don't want to buy a 2nd set to increase my chances for the Wonky, then have to sell my extra base set on eBay or something. There's probably going to be tons of the 5 card base sets listed on eBay anyways, so the chances of taking a loss are strong.
I sense the second set will go on sale before we receive set oneThey won’t start shipping until after the end of the sale date.
They won’t start shipping until after the end of the sale date.
Likely set 3, if not set 4, will be on sale before most folks will even have set 1 in their hands
They won’t start shipping until after the end of the sale date.
Likely set 3, if not set 4, will be on sale before most folks will even have set 1 in their hands
I think the big question is: What will the Wonky's pull on Ebay? Based on the crazy prices for the original Wonky's; some sellers will try to flip them for $30.
What price do we think they will actually sell for? $10? $5? $20? I purchased two packs hoping to get at least one Wonky. I sense the second set will go
on sale before we receive set one; so I will probably buy two of of set two also; as a hedge against the wonky's selling for more than I want to pay on ebay.
When they were an accident because Topps ran out of backing paper, they were relevant. Now that they're intentional, it's just another way to collect more money. I gave up on being a "completist" while putting two kids through college.I’ve never found them relevant in any way shape or form. Never even held a Ludlow in my hand, ever. If a series was printed in tan backs and white backs, I tried to make my set all one type or all the other, and the more common format at that, just for a consistent look and feel, and general aesthetics. Beyond that, I fail to see the importance of variations in backing paper. To me it’s all about what’s on front.
Any news about what's coming this Wednesday?
I'm still hoping for specifics on the extra cards with the first "set."
Any news about what's coming this Wednesday?I expect exactly the same as what we got last Wednesday
Sneak preview of a title for Wednesday, as shown on the Topps FB page
https://i.postimg.cc/VL45pYWC/6-B9918-B6-D58-E-4335-A49-E-375-C504003-DA.jpg
Not spoiling it, but I'm not a fan of these gadget parodies. The design is too simple and content is cluttered. I'd rather have snot parodies. LOL!
We've already lost at least one Wacky fan because of the first title being a snot/booger gag. Let's forgive the occasional title we don't like, and embrace the others!
Sneak preview of a title for Wednesday, as shown on the Topps FB page
https://i.postimg.cc/VL45pYWC/6-B9918-B6-D58-E-4335-A49-E-375-C504003-DA.jpg
I don't hate the parody or the artistry, I hate the subject matter. Products like Apple, Mac, Fitbit, Roku, etc. have incredibly boring, colorless packaging that doesn't allow a decent parody unless you add a bunch of crap to the parody to liven it up. So I'm against particular products getting parodies made.
Boring or not, those are part of our culture. Isn't parody of current products the norm for this hobby?
Here's my card for this week: Mr. Teen
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Week #2 is up
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-week-2.html
Glaring typo. It’s vs Its.I didn't even notice that, but I'm glad you did, Patrick.
Powers that be, please fix before shipping!
Thank you.
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Glaring typo. It’s vs Its.
Powers that be, please fix before shipping!
Thank you.
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There's a checklist back shown this time. So, one less coupon back?
There's a checklist back shown this time. So, one less coupon back?Remaining four puzzle backs (to make the 9), and checklist for 10, for the standard backs.
Order now and give the new series a chance!!All she is sayyyyyy-ing...is give the series a chance! :]
I should have worded it differently. I don't hate the parody or the artistry, I hate the subject matter. Products like Apple, Mac, Fitbit, Roku, etc. have incredibly boring, colorless packaging that doesn't allow a decent parody unless you add a bunch of crap to the parody to liven it up. So I'm against particular products getting parodies made.
Week #2 is up
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-week-2.html
I'm holding off on ordering for now in the slim hopes I either get my set from last week (I know, very unlikely) or we get more info about the two bonus stickers. I may cave and order without that info, but in that case, I'm likely to just order one set.
We've already lost at least one Wacky fan because of the first title being a snot/booger gag. Let's forgive the occasional title we don't like, and embrace the others!
The pushback on snot jokes in Wackys should not be a surprise though, it’s been that way since ANS 1.Patrick, I looked it up and it was three exactly: Little Drippie Snot Cakes (which was originally intended for the lost 1992 series, btw), Snot Pockets and Swansong Chicken Snot Pie (which was also made as a clear cling). They still have not been released to this day.
I recall the preliminary checklist for that set was published and it was heavy on snot gags. A forum majority spoke out loudly against their inclusion. At least three snot jokes got pulled before release to everyone’s relief.
As good as these all are, it didn’t the right one to use to initially promote the run.
Like I said we are self correcting. After this month we are clear on what people won't want (we only have control on the sticker side of things). Just seems weird to me to drop collecting these entirely over a few of the many for the first month (BTW, these were not mine, I'm not sure if that is what you are thinking). We had gags like these in ANS which is what we were modeling it after and figured we should stay modern with the products. There is one more like this one coming up and after that I don't think you'll see products like these again. The art will be solid. This isn't Jungwha art anymore. No political gags either.
Self correcting is greatly appreciated. I feel that those who are bailing due to one or two misses likely have other reasons to hope they do not like this release. Price may be a factor for some. The online cards cost about $2.50 per card which is much higher than the retail cost. I personally can deal with that; but I think it is a factor for some. That is to be expected. It is great to know the artists are speaking for the collectors and Topps is listening. Neil; would you agree that the first week's sales met Topps expectations?
I am torn by your reaction to some of these criticisms. On the one hand, it's wise to give customers what they want. On the other hand, Wacky Packages have always been a creative effort, and I am loathe to edit or direct an artist, especially one that I have always enjoyed. While it's true that I'm not a fan of certain kinds of Wackys, I'm still game for this set as designed. There are always hits and misses in any set, depending on personal preference, and you're never going to please everyone. For me, the only line in the sand is the political stuff. Otherwise, have at it and let your creative imagination run wild!
I'm very happy with the Week 2 cards and especially like the WP2 Wonky.same here. And with more titles out, it's getting easier to see how strong and well done this set is going to be as a whole
The thing here is that not every title will appeal to everyone. The most important thing is to support these releases or we really won’t be seeing anything else Wacky. The artists have really gone to bat for the fans. I would love to have a wacky weekly series every week. There are enough collectors on this site that will be able to help anyone out that’s looking for back variations. I’m rolling the dice here and ordering several sets every week. I’m Canadian and have my cards shipped to my US post office box. With the borders currently closed due to COVID, I have no idea when I’ll be able to get them. May be some seriously delayed trading or buying for me to complete the backs. Hoping I’ll get the Wonky cards in what I’ve ordered. Thank you to all the artists from these sets. I also can’t wait for the next Old School set this fall!!
I'm very happy with the Week 2 cards and especially like the WP2 Wonky.
Like I said we are self correcting. After this month we are clear on what people won't want (we only have control on the sticker side of things). Just seems weird to me to drop collecting these entirely over a few of the many for the first month (BTW, these were not mine, I'm not sure if that is what you are thinking). We had gags like these in ANS which is what we were modeling it after and figured we should stay modern with the products. There is one more like this one coming up and after that I don't think you'll see products like these again. The art will be solid. This isn't Jungwha art anymore. No political gags either.
Glad to hear it! The Wonkys are always so much fun to work on. By the way, here's my wacky week 2 contribution:
(https://i.postimg.cc/tYtV7gFd/WP2-Gapettos.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYtV7gFd)
I posted this on "Are they Nuts?" post as a reply to Richard #staywacky and his great binder inserts.
Since Topps doesn't seem to be interested in making WP binders anymore, maybe you artists could convince them to make a set of 3-ring inserts (front, back, binder) instead. Anyone who orders a complete four-run set of the new weekly series cards gets one for free. I'd much prefer that over different backs and a having to buy more for a chance to get a Wonky.
Maybe then if it's popular they could print and sell them for past series without binders too? It seems like these would be pretty cheap to print, so the ROI would be high.
Since Topps doesn't seem to be interested in making WP binders anymore, maybe you artists could convince them to make a set of 3-ring inserts (front, back, binder) instead.
I posted this on "Are they Nuts?" post as a reply to Richard #staywacky and his great binder inserts.
Since Topps doesn't seem to be interested in making WP binders anymore, maybe you artists could convince them to make a set of 3-ring inserts (front, back, binder) instead. Anyone who orders a complete four-run set of the new weekly series cards gets one for free. I'd much prefer that over different backs and a having to buy more for a chance to get a Wonky.
Maybe then if it's popular they could print and sell them for past series without binders too? It seems like these would be pretty cheap to print, so the ROI would be high.
Amazing! Thanks David!
I've been toying with this idea and was thinking about doing some unofficial inserts in my spare time, but haven't had much of that in a while. Maybe when things slow down a bit, I'll revisit this.
Stay tuned...
Is anyone else having difficulty accessing topps.com? I keep getting verification messages.i've had issues for the past month when on my home wifi - access forbidden, and other errors.
Is there a picture of the Wonky card this week? David or Neil do you have this? :)They were slow to post it last week as well. Hopefully it’ll show up soon.
The Wonky is up now to view!
Damn it, there goes my Celestial Pizza gag!
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Their site DOES SUCK!!!!!!True, their site does have a lot of issues, and Search is terrible, but if you just wanna see Wackys, then just go to the Wacky category
IMPOSSIBLE TO EASILY find ANYTHING WACKY!!!!!!
Richard
#StayWacky
I have one more coming next week then for June (which is now happening) I will be missing the first two sets for that month. I'll be doing one each in the last two for the month. Engstrom and Simko will be taking one each of mine because I have to finish up some other work and some home stuff. I should be back to normal weekly schedule for July should things still be moving ahead.
Hoping week one cards arrive soon......they haven't even sent out shipping notices. The 3-5 business days is bogus.
We’ll be ordering the 4th set before the first arrives.
Just received my shipping notice from Topps via FedEx
After-hours notifications on a Friday of a 3-day weekend? How very Topps-like.
Nothing will really be shipping until next Tuesday. At least they are finally starting to print them.
After-hours notifications on a Friday of a 3-day weekend? How very Topps-like.
Nothing will really be shipping until next Tuesday. At least they are finally starting to print them.
I got my notification just before midnight. I live minutes from the printer (I used them for my Fearsome Weirdos set) and I think that they work 24/7 which may explain the shipping being printed at night. I expect USPS would pick up and hopefully scan the packages today.
Mine said Fedex.
I think I got mine at 11:55 PM. I have no idea if it's from Topps though.
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I got a rock.......
So far only HenryR on ebay has presold Wonky's for $16.99. What do we think they will settle at long term?
If the collation is evenly distributed, then there will be 886 and 745 base sets, 118 and 99 ludlow back, coupon back, and Wonky Packages, respectively for the two printing runs. It will be interesting to see how many of these back variation sets show up on eBay and at what price.For your numbers, the 118 and 99 ludlow and coupon, that's the total number of "sets of five" cards divided by three (printRun*2Bonus/(5+5+5)). But since the Wonky is only a single title without variations, the total number of them printed in this scenario is five times that number, or 590 Wonkys.
For your numbers, the 118 and 99 ludlow and coupon, that's the total number of "sets of five" cards divided by three (printRun*2Bonus/(5+5+5)). But since the Wonky is only a single title without variations, the total number of them printed in this scenario is five times that number, or 590 Wonkys.
Good catch! The puppy has awakened me too early on a Sunday for my brain to be working properly.Well, we don’t know what the odds are yet, other than that there is not a Wonky in every pack - otherwise the write up would had said that . So your guess is as good as any
For your numbers, the 118 and 99 ludlow and coupon, that's the total number of "sets of five" cards divided by three (printRun*2Bonus/(5+5+5)). But since the Wonky is only a single title without variations, the total number of them printed in this scenario is five times that number, or 590 Wonkys.
To me that seems a really high number. I'm hoping for a different definition of 'evenly distributed', which is that there is only one Wonky per each sets of Ludlow and Coupons (printRun*2Bonus/(5+5+1)). This scenario would then give 161 of each set of five back variations as well as only 161 Wonky cards. More total back variation sets and a lot fewer Wonkys.
I got my notice Late Friday - SO..... If we only ordered one pack, does that mean we will get a Wonky or is it just dumb luck?
Richard
#StayWacky
To me that seems a really high number. I'm hoping for a different definition of 'evenly distributed', which is that there is only one Wonky per each sets of Ludlow and Coupons (printRun*2Bonus/(5+5+1)). This scenario would then give 161 of each set of five back variations as well as only 161 Wonky cards. More total back variation sets and a lot fewer Wonkys.
It sounds like you would prefer fewer Wonkys being made. Why is that?
Sorry, I think I messed up in my wording.
There are 11 bonus cards in total. If I purchase 3 base sets, I get 6 bonus cards. If all 11 bonus cards are distributed evenly (meaning 5/11 odds of getting a Ludlow, 5/11 odds of getting a couoon, 1/11 odds of a Wonky) with no doubles, I would have a 6/11 chance of gettingt the wonky, or a little more than 50%.
I'm hoping that the actual odds of getting the Wonky are higher than this so there are more Wonkys since it seems like mostly everyone likes there and would want one.
You’ll probably see the Wonky in every 4th Pack. As mentioned, there’s no way the wonky will be in every other pack. This would kill the online sales for Topps. You’re most likely going to have to buy between 4-6 sets to get the wonky.
There will be lots of base sets up on eBay pretty quick. If that’s all you want and don’t care about the extras, you could probably just wait.
I agree that we should keep notes on what the bonus card distribution is with every set. I do agree that I’m sure there will be a coupon back with every set and the Ludlows will probably be packed in with them in every 2-3 packs. You’ll probably see the Wonky in every 4th Pack. As mentioned, there’s no way the wonky will be in every other pack. This would kill the online sales for Topps. You’re most likely going to have to buy between 4-6 sets to get the wonky. With this. There will be lots of base sets up on eBay pretty quick. If that’s all you want and don’t care about the extras, you could probably just wait.
Glad to see Wackys back, and I'm supporting the artists, but only at the rate of $15/week. COVID-19 has seen my salary reduced, my bonuses removed, my leave accrual stopped, my holiday taken away, and the demand for me to work more hours. I just can't afford to keep paying for more.
Yeah, I'm in that boat right now as well. $15 a week isn't too much of a strain since I'm buying only 1 set. Time will tell what the distribution is on the Wonkys. Some people can afford to buy 10 sets to guarantee getting at least one Wonky, then dump their extras on eBay. I can't wait to see how low the base sets go!! If my work situation doesn't improve soon, I might be forced to wait for eBay if the Wonkys are near impossible to get. I really don't benefit personally from having the coupon backs or Ludlows in my collection.
Teaser image on Facebook for one of tomorrow's titles. I won't spoil it here in case people want to be surprised.nice spot!
Teaser image on Facebook for one of tomorrow's titles. I won't spoil it here in case people want to be surprised.
Teaser image on Facebook for one of tomorrow's titles. I won't spoil it here in case people want to be surprised.
I think there is some problems with Topps in general. 4 weeks of Wackies and still no shipping confirmations!
I think there is some problems with Topps in general. 4 weeks of Wackies and still no shipping confirmations!I'm in the same boat. Still no shipping notice.
I think there is some problems with Topps in general. 4 weeks of Wackies and still no shipping confirmations!
So I think I jinxed myself by mentioning I live by the printer...my package is currently at the MIAMI FL INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION CENTER. This happened once before with a GPK purchase. The cards went to Puerto Rico and sat there for about 2 weeks before being redirected!
Is this the best place to report a typo on one of the parodies? I noticed Hun Maid has "conquered" spelled "conquored" incorrectly. Figures its best to let them know right away to see if it can be fixed before production.
I sent them the wrong file last night (hey, I was tired). I just sent over the one that was correct for them to fix it. I had it right on the actual painting but put the wrong overlay of lettering over that. Oy.
I sent them the wrong file last night (hey, I was tired). I just sent over the one that was correct for them to fix it. I had it right on the actual painting but put the wrong overlay of lettering over that. Oy.
*Finally* got a shipping notice last night at 2am for my Week 1 cards
Yikes, bet you've been going crazy!Oh yeah! I didn't order on the first day of sales, but the delay compared to the others seems ridiculous.
Oh yeah! I didn't order on the first day of sales, but the delay compared to the others seems ridiculous.
At this point it's still only the tracking number, as Fedex doesn't actually have the package yet.
Finally got a shipping notice. Due by the end of the day Thursday, June 4th. I have to order 4 weeks of sets without any idea about insert distribution...
Finally received my notification. Topps is totally overwhelmed with Project 2020 orders. In the last few weeks, print runs have increased from 10,000 per card to 25,000 per card to 50,000 per card. The Griffey just sold out with a print run on 99,000 cards. I think this is the reason for the delays.
And it's Thursday afternoon...…. Maybe next Wednesday?It took a day before a shipping estimate besides ‘pending’ was finally provided by fedex, and now shows Sunday delivery.
The Griffey just sold out with a print run on 99,000 cards.
Anyone on the forum want to buy a 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card, a 1989 UD Baseball factory set, or an unopened box of 1989 UD Baseball low number? I'm clearing out all of those things that I no longer want, and it appears that now is the time to strike for 1989 UD.
It took a day before a shipping estimate besides ‘pending’ was finally provided by fedex, and now shows Sunday delivery.
Fedex started doing Sunday home deliveries, so it’s possible. Pretty quick for the free shipping option.
Finally received my notification. Topps is totally overwhelmed with Project 2020 orders. In the last few weeks, print runs have increased from 10,000 per card to 25,000 per card to 50,000 per card. The Griffey just sold out with a print run on 99,000 cards. I think this is the reason for the delays.It’s certainly the new beanie baby craze. It sounds like many of the early cards in the run were being flipped for good money, so now everyone is overbuying. The current cards will be worthless, and topps will come out the winner if they keep selling 100k a day
I just got my order of 10 Week 1 packs. Bad news for people who want Wonky Packages - out of this lot of 10 packs (20 insert cards), I ended up with just 1 Wonky, and then 9 luds and 10 coupons. I did at least end up with one each of the luds and coupons. None of my packs had two luds or two coupons. One pack had both the lud and coupon back for Crunch Boogies. Anyway, it looks like the Wonkys might be tough.
This lot of 10 was ordered on the first day of sales. I ordered some more packs on the last day of the sales window, but haven't even gotten a shipping notice for those. I guess we'll have to wait and see what other people here receive.
Are 80s baseball cards finally hot again? It's only been 30 years...
Wow! Only one out of 10 packs? I guess Henry from eBay is dreaded taking on all those pre-orders and will send out cancellations. LOL!!I notice that Henry-r65's last Clumsy sold immediately after Pat made her post.
If 1:10 remains the consistent odds, that'll be tough to fulfill.
out of this lot of 10 packs (20 insert cards), I ended up with just 1 Wonky,I'm still hoping that it's 1:11 bonus for the Wonkys, or 1:5½ packs, and you just got the short straw this set. And with good odds you'll get 2 in the next set of 10.
This is going to be a painful wait. Won’t be able to get my cards until the Canada/US border re-opens.
While I understand, I can't say I agree with this - the Bonus Cards have always required buying well above and beyond the base set in order to acquire them, going all the way back to ANS1.
I guess what would've made a lot more sense ... would've been for Topps to publish the odds of getting the coupons, ludlows, and Wonkys.Agree, that’s the REAL problem, that topps still has not published any odds for the inserts. If folks knew it was 1:5 or 1:10, or whatever, there may still be grumbling, but at least everyone would know what they’d need to buy in order to get one, or how expensive it would likely be on the after market.
I look at the Wonkys the same way I look at those bootleg Wacky Variations sets on ebay with the classic pin-up girls replacing the goofy characters. (would you believe there are nine sets of those already?!) They are reworkings on existing parodies, not brand new parodies. So because I don't look at them as brand new titles, I won't lose sleep if I don't have them in my collection. I have the 4 from the comic books a few years back, and I'll be thrilled to get one inside one of the weekly sets I buy. I have a random sampling of what they are in my binder. So to me, It's kind of like buying lottery tickets every week, hoping to win big....in this case, a Wonky. Getting back to those Wacky Variations with pin-up girls....why isn't Topps lawyers on their ass, let alone the estates of illustrators like Gil Elvgren?
Sadly, it seems that I'll have to either go broke or stop trying to collect them all.
I could buy 20 sets, and there's still no guarantee I would score a Wonky.
All in all, collecting Wackys should be fun. It shouldn't go hand-in-hand with the experience of dissatisfaction.
I look at the Wonkys the same way I look at those bootleg Wacky Variations sets on ebay with the classic pin-up girls replacing the goofy characters. (would you believe there are nine sets of those already?!) They are reworkings on existing parodies, not brand new parodies. So because I don't look at them as brand new titles, I won't lose sleep if I don't have them in my collection. I have the 4 from the comic books a few years back, and I'll be thrilled to get one inside one of the weekly sets I buy. I have a random sampling of what they are in my binder. So to me, It's kind of like buying lottery tickets every week, hoping to win big....in this case, a Wonky. Getting back to those Wacky Variations with pin-up girls....why isn't Topps lawyers on their ass, let alone the estates of illustrators like Gil Elvgren?
... but they are not that cool IMO. They come across as a weak attempt to rework a card I know and love. The RunTiny Shells Wonky comes to mind. The Gag is good, but the Fly Swatter kills the card. It's just half as cool as Run Tony was.
Every new online Wacky series that Topps produces whether it's poor collation or problems with seeding of inserts brings to mind the old saying "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me." No matter what the issue, we keep on buying...Actually, the full old saying is "Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me; fool me three times, shame on both of us."
As Confucius said "Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance.”
Confucius also said, "man who stand on toilet, high on pot."Didn't he also say: "He who lives in glass house, changes clothes in the basement" ?
Not only is that not the full saying but your citation is 350 years too late.Thanks for telling me; I didn't know that.
The earliest recording of this proverb in print is from a book called The Court and Character of King James by Anthony Weldon in 1651, where it reads: "The Italians having a Proverb, ‘He that deceives me once, its his fault; but if twice, its my fault.'”
As Confucius said "Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance.”
No matter what the issue, we keep on buying...
I see a full Master Set of the 16 cards up this morning eBay auction: #174301148123, they’re asking $149 or B.O.
Too high, too low, just right?
I see a full Master Set of the 16 cards up this morning eBay auction: #174301148123, they’re asking $149 or B.O.
Too high, too low, just right?
Topps offers a price break at 10 sets for $120, so around $125-130 after taxes.A bit more expensive actually, as that’s $120 in addition to the initial $15, so it’s $135 for a bulk buy. (plus taxes)
A bit more expensive actually, as that’s $120 in addition to the initial $15, so it’s $135 for a bulk buy. (plus taxes)
Topps has been listing bulk price this way for awhile, and I wonder if it’s done to intentionally make it look like the savings is bigger. A price break of just 10% vs a misleading 20%.
Got mine yesterday as well......
I tend to agree with both sides of the feedback........
I will only be going after a master BASE set at this point..... WAY too much WackyLoot to try to get a COMPLETE SET......
No Wonky Here... :-(
Let the Trading begin.....
It will be interesting to see if Wonky's are random OR if they only show up when you order 10 or more sets. i have two packs coming on Mon. Not thinking a Wonky is likely.
P.S...... I GUESS it is time to start to create a binder to hold these, as they also forgot one of those.... AGAIN...
#KickstarterReallyWorksTopps
Richard
#StayWacky
Topps offers a price break at 10 sets for $135, so around $140-145 after taxes. Out of every 10 sets, you get 20 chase cards. If you're lucky, then you could get a complete set of ludlow and coupon backs along with a Wonky.Am I missing something (again) or wouldn't you need 40 different chase cards to get a master (20 coupon/20 luds)? I thought a base set will have 20 cards...
Am I missing something (again) or wouldn't you need 40 different chase cards to get a master (20 coupon/20 luds)? I thought a base set will have 20 cards...He was referring to buying a bulk of 10 for a single week, not for the whole month of cards.
Anyone else still waiting for a shipping notice?
Anyone else still waiting for a shipping notice?
He was referring to buying a bulk of 10 for a single week, not for the whole month of cards.Not long after I posted, this dawned on me.
There's another master set up for just $99.95 + $5 S&H
https://www.ebay.com/itm/264749094562
This same seller also has 3 unopened packs for $84.99 + $3.95
https://www.ebay.com/itm/264749127638
a base set for $17.95 with free shipping
https://www.ebay.com/itm/264746956285
and a 2nd series base set for $19.95 with free shipping
https://www.ebay.com/itm/254613229506
I think those last three will be hard to sell at those prices when others show up.
Anyone else still waiting for a shipping notice?I am also still in "processing" for the week 1 set. I'm considering putting my money towards other things at this point.
Best of luck to all who receive their cards today.
If it weren't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all.
I struck out on getting a color sketch in all 17 of the binders, so I'm sure I'll beat the odds again and never get a Wonky. I can live with that.
I had the same luck with the binder sketches. And now, I got one Wonky out of 10 packs :sad:
Best of luck to all who receive their cards today.
THANKS!! GOT 2 WONKYS - GUESS F&S WAS RIGHT AGAIN - FOR SOME OF US - :] :] :] :] :]
TOPPS IS ALWAYS PLAYING WITH US AS THEY TAKE OUR MONEY!!WE SHOULD PROTEST IN FRONT OF THEIR OFFICES :] :] :] :]WE WANT WONKY'S ******** WE WANT WONKY'S********* WE WANT WONKY'S
How many packs did you buy bro??
Sneak peek at the first of the June Wackys
https://i.postimg.cc/02PvsY6R/DC036-B35-C8-EA-4-E14-80-D9-4-B576-A4-E9-D06.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/02PvsY6R/DC036-B35-C8-EA-4-E14-80-D9-4-B576-A4-E9-D06.jpg)
Very surreal! And the cyclops is a nice touch. Does anybody know who painted this? It brings to mind some of Smokin' Joe's work.Pretty sure it’s Smokin’ Joe.
I secured a Baby Rant Wonky via Ebay. I don't plan on buying any others of the first 4 made. Not liking the others enough to buy them. Digging Baby Rant for the gag and the character. I have two young grandkids and can totally relate to that card. ;) Also wanted to have Wonky #1.
So for Wonky Odds so far we have, 1 for 11 packs, 4 for 20 packs, 2 for 10 packs. So that sounds like 1 with 5 packs. Has anyone scored a Wonky with a one or two pack purchase? I want to figure out if they intentionally give you a wonky if you hit a purchase threshold. That threshold may be 5 packs. Let's figure this out. If there is zero chance of a Wonky with buying 1 pack, I may just buy these on Ebay going forward.
So for Wonky Odds so far we have, 1 for 11 packs, 4 for 20 packs, 2 for 10 packs. So that sounds like 1 with 5 packs. Has anyone scored a Wonky with a one or two pack purchase? I want to figure out if they intentionally give you a wonky if you hit a purchase threshold. That threshold may be 5 packs. Let's figure this out. If there is zero chance of a Wonky with buying 1 pack, I may just buy these on Ebay going forward.
So for Wonky Odds so far we have, 1 for 11 packs, 4 for 20 packs, 2 for 10 packs. So that sounds like 1 with 5 packs. Has anyone scored a Wonky with a one or two pack purchase? I want to figure out if they intentionally give you a wonky if you hit a purchase threshold. That threshold may be 5 packs. Let's figure this out. If there is zero chance of a Wonky with buying 1 pack, I may just buy these on Ebay going forward.
Having only received one, all I can say is that the Wonky I pulled was the last card in the plastic case, and therefore the back was visible. Can't say whether other people might be finding Wonkys between the base cards and the last card.All my bonus cards were second and third in the pile, sandwiched between standard card #1 and #2. This included the Wonkys
Still no shipping notice for my second order for Week 1......... and they expect us to pony up for Week 5 tomorrow?
All my bonus cards were second and third in the pile, sandwiched between standard card #1 and #2. This included the Wonkys
Weird! Mine were all on the bottom of the case underneath the base cards.
Unfortunately I will not be able to pick mine up until the border re-opens.that is unfortunate
My first week sets arrived with no notice! I ordered 4 sets and got one Wonky. All the bonus cards were at that back and I could see the Wonky card in it's plastic case as it was the last card and stood out even though I didn't know what the back would look like - got 4 ludlow backs but only 2 different ones!
Been so busy I forgot to order Week 3 - A
Getting only 2 unique Ludlows in 4 packs is ridiculous.
I FINALLY received a shipping notice for the Week 1 cards at 3AM this morning.
June Week 1 now up
and the Bonus cards have an update
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
• Pezzimist - by Robert Jimenez
Wonky Packages restart at WP1. Hmm
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-june-week-1.html
So now there is a 50% chance of getting a Wonky or one of a new series of inserts in each pack but completing sets of alternate backs are far more difficult??
June Week 1 now up
and the Bonus cards have an update
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
• Pezzimist - by Robert Jimenez
Wonky Packages restart at WP1. Hmm
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-june-week-1.html
Anyone know why certain card images in the product gallery are pixelated, and some are not?All look fine too me. Which ones?
Pezzimist gag written by Paul Harris!
Does the back of the card look similar to the Wonky Card?
Actually the back of the Guest Artist cards will have a q&a about us and Wackys.
That’s great! Looking forward to seeing it. Is there anyway I could get you to sign my card when I get one?
Gladly! You can always mail it, or if you're at the Philly show this October, I'll be there.
Can I please ask for fellow forum members to post decent scans (or phone photos) of the coupon backs, Wonkys and Guest Artist cards as they get them in hand? What some of us can't afford to complete, it would be nice to have a decent visual reference of. eBay usually turns up good images in auctions, but there isn't anyone selling individual cards yet. Topps site shows just one of the coupon backs each week, and they are pixelating some of the gallery images. I know many of us here would appreciate it! Thanks!
Pezzimist gag written by Paul Harris!
Here are the first coupon backs.
(https://i.postimg.cc/gXNXjbD3/2020-Week-1-Coupons.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gXNXjbD3)
Patrick has been doing a fantastic job of documenting everything in this thread: http://www.wackypackagesforum.com/index.php?topic=4823.msg100952#msg100952
Thanks! I didn't know that thread existed. Nice!!I’d been working updates slowly, but I think it’s mostly ready to go now.
My week 2 shipping label was created last night as well. Now waiting for topps to actually give the package to fedex. Probably late tonight. If like last time, I should have on Sat or SunI must have gotten lucky last time with a mistake, as this latest package is not labeled Home Delivery, so I won’t receive it until Monday, (otherwise it would have been here Saturday)
another Baby Runt quickly sold by henry for a BIN of $25. A little low, or just right?
another Baby Runt quickly sold by henry for a BIN of $25. A little low, or just right?
Can one of the artists who knows about the Guest Artists cards comment about whether they will change the insert ratio/ production of the Wonky's once they start the Guest Artist cards with week number five? They state either a Wonky or a Guest Artist card will be the second chase card in each pack. They do not state the odds of getting a Wonky. This impacts whether you purchase 2 packs / 5 packs etc. in hopes of scoring both a Wonky and a Guest Artist chase card. Please advise.
Thanks, Andrew
If Topps was willing to share this info, I'd think they would have done it with Week 1 when we asked. And, it seems that they will be changing the inserts on a monthly basis.
Looking for additional info sometimes pans out on this forum. What leads you to believe that they will be changing the inserts on monthly basis?
I feel the change they just made was influenced by our feedback on their choice of inserts. Did I miss a statement from Topps on changing up the inserts on a monthly basis?
I am just thinking that if they added a new insert type for June, and are restarting the numbering, that they may well be considering the sets on a monthly basis, and might make a different change for July (which also has a fifth Wednesday). I originally thought it was going to be a "2020 set" issued weekly, with continuous numbering and inserts.
Maybe one of the artists will weigh in here and provide some insight. That has been known to occur. ;)
It's a new ongoing program, so everything is on the table.
So safe to say that each month will be a set in its own? I kinda liked the idea of an ongoing set. Similar to the Wackies from 1979-1980 reprints. Each set was continuation of the previous set. Even over the 2 years. Would also be better if the wonkies could keep increasing in # and not restarting at 1 each month.
So safe to say that each month will be a set in its own?Right from minute one this was noted. Look at Dave's OP. "Every month makes a series". To me, this means "starting over each month".
Looks like even the base cards are starting over at #1 this month.Well, sure!
Purchased 7 week 1 packs and 10 week 2 packs. Scored only one Wonky (week 2) and didn't get all the Luds or Coupons for week 1 either. That's a lot of money to not get all the cards. :sad:
Trying not to be negative, because: 1. Wackys are back! 2. The cards are GREAT!
June Week 1 now up
and the Bonus cards have an update
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
• Pezzimist - by Robert Jimenez
Wonky Packages restart at WP1. Hmm
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-june-week-1.html
got my week 2 as well. not bubble wrapped this time. Just plastic cases loose in a box.
And collation was just awful this time, after a great distribution the first week. And just 1 Wonky for the 10 packs.
Thanks for posting this! I'm actually trying not to look too closely as I want some surprise when my pack arrives. But that strategy led me to miss this new info when I ordered my first week of June pack. I've been buying just one pack per week as I don't want to spend too much money and still not get a complete set. Now I'm tempted to buy a second set in hopes of getting a Wonky and a Guest Artist. But I'd be annoyed to do that and get two of one type. Guess I have a few days to consider.
from what I understand, we will still get two bonus cards.
One is going to be a ludlow or coupon
The other will be a Wonky or Guest Artist card
so the Wonkys are going to be easier to get, but the Ludlows and coupons, tougher
from what I understand, we will still get two bonus cards.Nowhere has it been stated that with the new arrangement Wonkys will be "Easier" to get. I think they will remain short-printed. I think most packs will contain a Artist Guest Card. Time will tell.
One is going to be a ludlow or coupon
The other will be a Wonky or Guest Artist card
so the Wonkys are going to be easier to get, but the Ludlows and coupons, tougher
Nowhere has it been stated that with the new arrangement Wonkys will be "Easier" to get. I think they will remain short-printed. I think most packs will contain a Artist Guest Card. Time will tell.
I fear that I can no longer afford to want all the Wonkys and coupon backs :'(
How did you do on your latest shipment?
I fear that I can no longer afford to want all the Wonkys and coupon backs :'(
Week 2 (that was a single order) I cracked this morning, and it was very disappointing.
Some of us came to that realization, and gave up, much quicker.
I ordered 40 packs... I got just 3 Wonkys.... you'd think for $590 they would have at least managed to do 1:10. Even the coupon backs were skewed, and I was shorted on #8.
Guess I'm stupid, but I was trying to be optimistic and support new Wackys, and help forum friends.
Guess I'm stupid, but I was trying to be optimistic and support new Wackys, and help forum friends.
Guess I'm stupid, but I was trying to be optimistic and support new Wackys, and help forum friends.
Nowhere has it been stated that with the new arrangement Wonkys will be "Easier" to get. I think they will remain short-printed. I think most packs will contain a Artist Guest Card. Time will tell.
No, that was not the intention of what I said. What you do by buying and helping out forum members is a great thing. You've helped me in the past with other sets that I didn't invest in heavily, and I truly appreciate it.
Working in the hospitality industry, which has been hit hard by the pandemic, I don't have the disposable cash to buy a lot of these, so I gave up early. It's a shame that Topps is preventing 45+ year Wacky Package collectors from being able to buy an entire set.
It's the same as flipping a coin 10 times. The "odds" are the same of getting all heads, or all tails, or 5 heads and 5 tails.
Sorry if I misinterpreted your post. I enjoy helping forum friends, but it is getting pretty hard lately.
I hope the hospitality industry, and everything else, can recover this year.
Me too! Because my company borrowed money from the Government's Stimulus, we have to meet certain rules to be absolved of paying back the loan. In order to do that, they slashed salaries, got rid of bonuses, paid holidays, and PTO accrual until we can get back to 75% of last year for two straight months and projected to do so for a third. Being the numbers person that I am, I was looking at just this past week. Since we just opened a new hotel, I worked 44 hours, should have gotten 3 hours of PTO and 6 hours of bonus, but the pay I'll receive is only worth 28 hours at my old salary. So in essence, I donated 25 hours or over 3 days of time in one week. And that's been the case every week since April 20th. Needless to say, it's hard to keep morale high when you're working for free, the weather is beautiful, and you could be buying enough weekly packs to get all the coupon backs, Wonkys, and now artist cards.
but why would you think that Topps would print more of one and less of the other?
Because they may intentionally short print the Wonkys in the hopes of getting us to buy more packs each week in the hopes of scoring one. The same reason Band Ache was short printed in the Series one in 1973. To Sell More Cards.........
I absolutely agree that the percentage of the possible combinations is what you wrote. I wasn't referring to the combinations and "probability", I was strictly stating the "odds", that's all. Big difference. What the combinations are likely to be, a whole different ball game, that's "probability".
And I'm sure our Math discussion has put any remaining viewers of this topic right to sleep.... zzzzzzzz
FYI. Week 1: 20 sets: 4 Baby Runts. Week 2: 20 sets: 1 Crumbs. Not sure what to make of it.
I absolutely agree that the percentage of the possible combinations is what you wrote. I wasn't referring to the combinations and "probability", I was strictly stating the "odds", that's all. Big difference. What the combinations are likely to be, a whole different ball game, that's "probability".
And I'm sure our Math discussion has put any remaining viewers of this topic right to sleep.... zzzzzzzz
Sneak peek at June Week 2Patrick,
https://i.postimg.cc/B6V8tPcT/00-FB9-D52-C87-C-494-D-8612-A92-CE1425-C43.jpg
Patrick,
I was doing some looking and found out that the Wacky you're showing here was originally submitted for ANS6 - same look and everything! (Go to lostwackys.com and click on the "Lost Wackys" section.)
And I also saw in the same section that Magic Meat Ball has an earlier version, too - Magic Hate Ball, originally submitted for ANS5. This one, however, was done by David Gross, not Paul Harris, so I don't know if it counts here.
Just got a fedex notification for my week 3 wackys.I always thought there's no mail delivery on Sunday.
Expect I'll get them Saturday or Sunday again.
I always thought there's no mail delivery on Sunday.this is fedex.
this is fedex.Okay, thanks for the information.
Residential Delivery service covers the whole weekend, including Sundays, around most large cities
https://www.fedex.com/en-us/shipping/7-day-delivery.html#delivery-area
for the most part USPS does not deliver on Sunday, although I have seen them deliver priority packages from time to time
June Week 2 is up
Guest artist this week is Chad Scheres - with Old Lice
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-june-week-2.html
I've never used it, but I see that Topps apparently removed the option to buy 10 packs for $120.It’s still there, just need another page refresh,
Glad I could contribute! Hope you all like it!!
Great looking card!Thanks!
Print run for the Week 1 June set was 1000! Nice to see that number going up.
Interesting to see that the guest artist cards are on the checklist.
Just got my week 2 order and I don't think I reported my week 1 order. Each week I bought just one pack. For week 1, I got one lud and one coupon. For week 2, however, I lucked out in getting one lud and the wonky. Being the completist that I am, I am not going to collect lud backs, coupon backs, or wonkys (much as it hurts to not collect the last two of those). I put my lud and coupon from week 1 on ebay (both sold) and am going to do the same with my "bonus" cards from this week.
Great to hear you pulled Wonky with a one pack purchase. Congrats!
Geez, what luck on the Week 2 Wonky - congrats!! I had to turn down forum friends on that one, which makes me very sad.
I got a Wonky on my week 1 single purchase (Sorry I didn't report it clearly earlier) But week 2 was back to normal...just a Lud and a coupon. I hope in June I get all the GA cards instead of the Wonkys. Wonder what the odds are - 50/50?
Wonder what the odds are - 50/50?I’ll go with 1:5 for the Wonky.
Pat, you're so kind to help out so many people here and be a huge Wacky fan.
Agreed! She's been a wacky santa for as long as I can remember!Yes, that's a great description. Thanks, Pat!
Received my week 3 cards yesterday. 10 packs, 1 Wonky. Again, the cards are great! Paid WAY too much to get them all, but what's a guy gonna do? :-\
Paid WAY too much to get them all, but what's a guy gonna do?Uh...not get them all? :P
Received my week 3 cards yesterday. 10 packs, 1 Wonky.Received mine, and same here, 1 out of 10 for the Clumsy Wonky
Received mine, and same here, 1 out of 10 for the Clumsy Wonky
1:10 this time here as well. Funny, one wasn't the last card, it was in the spot where the crudlows were in every other pack. Pleasant surprise to say the least!Same here.
Same here.
Bubble wrapped again, with all coupons showing through the back. Wonky replaced one of the luds
Same here.
Bubble wrapped again, with all coupons showing through the back. Wonky replaced one of the luds
I'm starting to wonder if Topps is strategically placing the Wonkys based on how many your order. If the ratio were 1:5.5 as you've hypothesized, then if it were truly random, someone with ten packs would've gotten more than two in their order and someone would've struck out altogether. I'm guessing from the print run numbers that a lot of orders have been for 10 or more, maybe 50% or higher of the total bought?from what folks have been posting, it did seem like week 1 was around that 1:5 ratio.
Uh...not get them all? :PThere you go Tom, keeping it positive!
but the sticker order this week scrambled the puzzle. You'd have to order them 15, 13, 14, 12, 11 to get the puzzle on the back to come out correctly.good grief, that is one messed up mix up
good grief, that is one messed up mix up
good grief, that is one messed up mix up
I would actually prefer that they sell a Series once a month, with a base set, maybe half the coupons, and a handful of ludlows with each base set. Monthly is less trouble, especially when selling/trading extras, and should save Topps some packing and shipping expenses. I'd rather the Wonkys be a separate offering, but if they continue in these sets, maybe 1 title a month, and make them 1:5, in place of one of the ludlows. Just my two cents, if Topps is listening.
I looked at the Topps page to see my previous orders as I had forgotten if I had already ordered the current week. It listed like 2 of the 6 weekly series I've ordered. I'm curious if anyone else has looked at that and seen an incomplete listing of their previous orders.
Anyone remember the 1991 Upper Deck Looney Tunes MLB set? Now, that was planning and execution! Designed for 9 pocket pages, with 9 cards on the front, and the next 9 printed on the backs, in the right order for the page.
I looked at the Topps page to see my previous orders as I had forgotten if I had already ordered the current week. It listed like 2 of the 6 weekly series I've ordered. I'm curious if anyone else has looked at that and seen an incomplete listing of their previous orders.
Geez, this series is creating a lot of waste! I'm hip deep in bubble wrap that's too small for much of anything. The only useful purpose I've found is to use it to protect my Gameboy Advance and my Gameboy Color. That's 2; the rest, my mother will get to pop when she's bored. That makes it a mom and pop :] But, our landfill is almost full here. Maybe they could just tape the cases?
No Week 3 S&H for me either :-(
Richard
#StayWacky
All six of my weekly orders were listed. Did you order some without logging in?
I don't remember that one, but after going through all my worthless baseball card sets in binders from the late 80s and early 90s, I did notice that a couple of sets actually put the teams together in numerical and then alphabetical order rather than randomly scattering them through the series of 660 and more in the later sets. As a kid, we never paid attention to the numbers on the backs of the cards, we kept them separated by teams and then sorted alphabetically, so that only makes sense for a manufacturer to do that knowing that the hobby moved to putting them in 9-pocket sheets. It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.
Week 3 arrived - without the benefit of a shipping notice - and what's up with the puzzle? I think a blind man lined it all up, the sequence is screwy.
3 sets each, 3 weeks, zero Wonkys. :-(
That’s going to be a lot of opening and sorting.
Preview image up on Facebook for tomorrow's set. There's a spelling error on it though...I'm sure you'll find it without me pointing it out...Thanks for the heads up
There's a spelling error on it though...I'm sure you'll find it without me pointing it out...
https://www.facebook.com/WackyPackages/photos/a.127286783979123/3925290234178740/?type=3&theater
What's the plan for these, just 8 weeks of May & June?I’m pretty sure that July is a ‘go’
June week 3 posted a little bit earlier than usual
Guest artist of the week: Chenduz
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-june-week-3.html
I’m pretty sure that July is a ‘go’
Sales for June week 2 staying high, at 952.WAHOO!!!!!
Sales for June week 2 staying high, at 952.
I'll see you all again in next week's set!
I'll see you all again in next week's set!
Hi David! Will be great to have you back! How long do you see these weekly series going on for? Could they run into the Old School series this fall?
I can't stand the candy itself, but I love this parody.Looks like it was also done from a bite-size piece, penny candy if you will. A throwback to Gadzooka from OS1. And Fleer Dubble Bubble parodies in ANS/OLDS, come to think of it.
From time to time, David Gross has occasionally alluded to a really "old" old school set that he would like to do someday, hearkening back to some distant, bygone time way before the 70s. This parody brings to mind as to what such a set might look like.
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I can't stand the candy itself, but I love this parody.Brent did a fantastic Wacky there.
My dad loved candy and I fondly remember the Mary Jane candies. I havn't had one in 50 years; but they were good.
Brent did a fantastic Wacky there.
‘Just pretend to like it’ is so appropriate for this candy
Yeah, isn't that fantastic? Definitely one of my top 5 favorites from this series, so far!
Lot's more really great ones to come!
My dad loved candy and I fondly remember the Mary Jane candies. I havn't had one in 50 years; but they were good.My Nana (my mother's mother) loved them, too. She ate them whenever she could (and sometimes we got the individual chews for her as a gift whenever we could) until she couldn't eat them anymore. Ah, the memories...
Hi David! Will be great to have you back! How long do you see these weekly series going on for? Could they run into the Old School series this fall?
I can't stand the candy itself, but I love this parody.
From time to time, David Gross has occasionally alluded to a really "old" old school set that he would like to do someday, hearkening back to some distant, bygone time way before the 70s. This parody brings to mind as to what such a set might look like.
(https://i.postimg.cc/jWZVjJzc/Screen-Shot-2020-06-17-at-5-18-28-PM.png) (https://postimg.cc/jWZVjJzc)
A WP2 Crumbs just sold for $101.99:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-NEW-2020-Topps-Wacky-Packages-WEEKLY-SERIES-Bonus-Card-WP2-CRUMBS/293612680927?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-NEW-2020-Topps-Wacky-Packages-WEEKLY-SERIES-Bonus-Card-WP2-CRUMBS/293612680927?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649)
A WP2 Crumbs just sold for $101.99:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-NEW-2020-Topps-Wacky-Packages-WEEKLY-SERIES-Bonus-Card-WP2-CRUMBS/293612680927?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-NEW-2020-Topps-Wacky-Packages-WEEKLY-SERIES-Bonus-Card-WP2-CRUMBS/293612680927?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649)
There must have been a lot more WP1 Baby Rants produced. A Master Set with the WP1 sold yesterday for $110, Buy It Now. I don't even see Master Sets offered for the subsequent weeks.This price doesn’t surprise me.
This price doesn’t surprise me.
my impression, and from what my own orders had, is we’re seeing half as many WP2 and WP3 as the WP1.
Consistently 1:10 now vs 1:5 in week 1.
I’ll receive my week 4 today. We’ll see if the ratio remains the same.
I saw a week 4 seller on ebay state 1 wonky for 20 packs purchased.
Andrew
Stay tuned on this subject. I'm working on trying to advance this. Maybe on it's own or within Old School.
Got my week 4 pack yesterday, one coupon back (echo duh) and one Wonky. Maybe Topps decided to give the Wonkys out to the single pack buyers this week to keep us buying.
I am sad to accept never a Wonky will be - MAYBE I will pray that some pirate on the bay will have a complete set we can all fight over ..... grrrrrr
Richard
#StayWacky
Got my week 4 pack yesterday, one coupon back (echo duh) and one Wonky. Maybe Topps decided to give the Wonkys out to the single pack buyers this week to keep us buying.
Same for me. I bought one set and got one Wonky with it.
Anyone here buying just one set weekly and got more than one Wonky so far?
I'm one for four. I guess they'll be sending me down to the minors soon because I'll probably hit the Mendoza line with June week 1 and drift below with June week 2.What's the Mendoza line? Never heard of it.
What's the Mendoza line? Never heard of it.
I am sad to accept never a Wonky will be - MAYBE I will pray that some pirate on the bay will have a complete set we can all fight over ..... grrrrrr
Richard
#StayWacky
There was an infielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1970s named Mario Mendoza. He was a good infielder but a terrible hitter (which was pretty common in that era). As a result a batting average of .200 is called the Mendoza line.Thanks! I did not know that.
What's the Mendoza line? Never heard of it.
I don't know how reliable this is, but this seller on eBay writes that there were 88 WP1 Baby Rant cards printed and in another auction states that 74 WP4 Top Slob cards were produced.
I've received 3 packs for 4 weeks and not one Wonky. Having to pay $100+ on eBay means it would make more sense just to buy 10 for $150 from Topps. Has anyone bought 10 in a week and NOT received a Wonky?I’ve received 1 or 2 every week in the set of 10.
Just got a notice of shipping label from FedEx for June week 1.
Getting better
Just got a notice of shipping label from FedEx for June week 1.
Getting better
Same here. Estimated delivery date is "pending."Mine stays ‘pending’ until the day it’s finally Out for delivery, then it gets updated to that day.
Sneak peek for The week now up on Facebook
https://i.postimg.cc/QtZHX2FC/AC5-C2-FB0-4-A9-A-49-A5-A580-67-B2-FE634071.jpg
Got my Wackys today. Here's a look at the back of my card, since I don't believe it had been posted before.
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That's cool! Which set did it come with? I've so far received all of the May sets and did not get any artist cards like this one. Are they randomly being distributed?Robert’s is in the first week of June set.
Anyone else having a hard time ordering from Topps now? I'm getting Internal Server Errors on their website.
Good see my artwork is up!
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-june-week-4.html
Site not working for me at present.
This is my favorite this week. You gotta admit, someone was very clever creating dogs out of assorted marshmallows.I like this one too!! Who did the art???
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I like this one too!! Who did the art???Pretty sure it’s Dave Gross.
I can't get it to add my 100packs to the cart.
Nice and early today!
Last week's set (ended today) were missed by me so if anyone has two sets (whenever they arrive) for sale, give a yell.
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Yeah, I noticed that for a little while both week 3 and week 4 were available. I had no problem placing my order. I wonder what they're going to do about Week 5? Can't have a 5 card puzzle :-\
Next Wednesday is July 1. July will have 5 weeks.
Topps wrote "Trix" on their site instead of "Brix".Those are only on the webpage list, which has been notoriously full of errors on most of the weekly gpk sets.
And "Resolve" instead of "Dissolve".
And they spelled "Milky" wrong. And "Weight".
Guess we'll have a checklist variation!
Anybody spot the misspelling on this one?Yeah
Topps wrote "Trix" on their site instead of "Brix".Pet-Puffed also has an error - twice.
And "Resolve" instead of "Dissolve".
And they spelled "Milky" wrong. And "Weight".
Guess we'll have a checklist variation!
Those are only on the webpage list, which has been notoriously full of errors on most of the weekly gpk sets.
The physical checklist shown looks good
YeahGreat minds think alike, Patrick! See my last post above.
Both”its” are “it’s”
Too common of a typo, unfortunately
I had a server error issue with topps back in April.
It lasted for more than a month before it finally cleared. Incredibly annoying.
For me, it was specific to my home internet service.
If I used internet anywhere else outside of my home network (Starbucks, etc.), I never a problem
My only solution at home was to switch my phone from internet to cellular in order to get to the page and order
This has me worried now!!! I use Spectrum and are they blocking me because of that? This is really annoying as hell!
For everyone who got through, did you order right when they went up? Any solutions besides ordering from my phone?
I ordered at 11:10 am with no problem.
It's like wanting to write whose and putting in who's instead. That's just as bad, I think.
Whose putting in "whose" instead of "who's," Mike?I can't think of anyone offhand, but I've seen it done before lots of times, mostly on written signs (btw, nice try, Rob! I saw that! lol!).
I’m glad someone could order. I got a message that stated the site will take several hours to fix. I am furious because I got all the way up to pay pal payments and it would not let me place my order. I tried several times. When I can get into my account I can see if anything went through.
I was able to order a set at 6:40PM (CST). I used Google Chrome and ran into cookie/server errors. I cleared my cache, cookies, and the whole kit and kaboodle and that seemed to help. My order went through from start to PayPal without any further hiccups.
Whose putting in "whose" instead of "who's," Mike?
Just a bad joke, I guess...LOL
Last update: 20 packs, 1 set of coupons, 3 sets of luds, 3 Wonkys, 1 artist card.whaaa??? that is not what was advertised for the GA and Wonkys. AT ALL. good grief.
I just cracked 10 June Week 1 packs - no Wonky, no artist card, 10 coupons (no set) and 10 luds (no set). This is not what I recall them advertising....... 10 more to go now, and 20 more shipping in a few days.
Update: the 12th pack completed a coupon and ludlow set for me (finally pulled #3). Still nothing else.
Last update: 20 packs, 1 set of coupons, 3 sets of luds, 3 Wonkys, 1 artist card.
Maybe my second order will be better. I double checked, and I DID in fact place 2 orders this time :P
whaaa??? that is not what was advertised for the GA and Wonkys. AT ALL. good grief.
LOL
well, it's all fixed now. lots of updates to the page, including the corrected listing of parody names and updated artwork, including showing a correct puzzle back piece.
Good grief is right! And now we're all in for 3 more weeks.
Did I read that right in your post earlier....you bought 40 packs of week 1? Damn...I'm just buying one pack each week because of my lost hours at work :sad:
I must be extremely lucky! Just got my single June week 1 pack in the mail, and scored the Gatorage Wonky!
I must be extremely lucky! Just got my single June week 1 pack in the mail, and scored the Gatorage Wonky!
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Last update: 20 packs, 1 set of coupons, 3 sets of luds, 3 Wonkys, 1 artist card.
Wow! I didn't hit a Wonky until my 14th pack >(
Shit!!! I thought every set purchased would give you a GA or Wonky, but it looks like neither....unless you buy a ton.
Now I know why they pixelate the GA card images every week, along with the Wonkys! Too good to be true.
I just received emails from topps for replacement orders for June week 1
Perhaps fixing the GA and Wonky insert errors?
2020 Topps Wacky Packages Weekly Series: June Week 1 - replacement $0.00
I also received the June week 1 "replacement" order/invoice email today. Anyone else?Yes, I got the replacement invoice too.....
Yes, I got the replacement invoice too.....
Received my cards today, and got 1 wonky and one artist card in a set of 10
They were last card in pack, and visible, replacing a coupon
Short on coupon #4, but excess of #3 and #5
I was really short on #3. I hope my second order gets here soon and evens things out.And now your third and fourth order too, with the replacement sets. you’ll be swimming in cards
And now your third and fourth order too, with the replacement sets. you’ll be swimming in cards
Although probably a couple weeks before they ship
I really am going to be able to wallpaper the office in my house with Weekly Wackys!!
I'm curious what that replacement invoice is all about. Will Topps send everyone a complimentary GA card?
Topps will send everyone a redemption card, expiring in 2017, for a complementary uncut sheet of Wacky Packages Chrome.
I think Topps is doing a great thing, and I'm not sure if they're going to just
send out new orders, or individual cards or who knows? They thought that
the distribution was going to be X, it turned out to be Y, and I always applaud
companies who realize that we're all not perfect.
It is definitely encouraging (and much appreciated!) that Topps is taking a corrective action.
we'll just have to wait and see, but I have faith it will be good for all of us. Other companies
could just say "too bad," but some people spoke and they listened, all good.
For those that got replacement emails from Topps. Did anyone order less than 10 sets?
I think I missed exactly what Topps did here here to rectify their screw-up.you didn't miss anything, as none of us actually knows yet exactly what Topps is doing
I only ordered one set and got the email. I'm guessing that the distribution of the chase cards didn't match what they stated on the web site:
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
So they're probably shipping out just either a wonky or a guest artist card, which will be greatly appreciated.
This is the gist of the email:
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I only ordered one set and got the email. I'm guessing that the distribution of the chase cards didn't match what they stated on the web site:
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
So they're probably shipping out just either a wonky or a guest artist card, which will be greatly appreciated.
This is the gist of the email:
(https://i.postimg.cc/5QmB5S3r/Topps-Replacement.png) (https://postimg.cc/5QmB5S3r)
I only ordered one set and got the email. I'm guessing that the distribution of the chase cards didn't match what they stated on the web site:
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
So they're probably shipping out just either a wonky or a guest artist card, which will be greatly appreciated.
This is the gist of the email:
(https://i.postimg.cc/5QmB5S3r/Topps-Replacement.png) (https://postimg.cc/5QmB5S3r)
Thank you. I ordered 4 sets and didn’t get an email. Wonder if they’ll just automatically ship to everyone. I can’t get my orders until the borders open, so I have no idea what I got. The way things are looking, I will have like 12-13 weeks worth of sets to open. Maybe more if they have sets in August or September.....
Did you check your junk mail? Some of my email from Topps ends up there.
Nothing in my junk mail or inbox. Even checked my Topps account....nothing. Maybe something will just get sent out?maybe the problem was corrected before they shipped yours out?
maybe the problem was corrected before they shipped yours out?
Maybe? It’s funny though. You and I seem to get our shipping notices at the exact same time. So that made me wonder. And as I mentioned before..with not being able to get my sets anytime soon, I’ll have no idea what I got. It’s driving me a bit crazy not really being able to be involved in the conversation here or so trades for what cards I may need....
I got correction messages for the 20 packs that came already, and a shipping notice for the other 20 packs.
That's got to be frustrating, having the Wackys pile up. For all you know, you're sitting on a pile of Wonkys! I wish I could pick them up for you, but I'm about as far from the border as you can be and still be in New York. Our covid numbers are really much better now - maybe soon they will open part of the border.
Did you check your junk mail? Some of my email from Topps ends up there.
I don't see that email either and I wonder if I had deleted it thinking it was just another Topps ad.
Did you have to reply to the email?
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I'll have plenty.
Got my June Week 1 pack today - one coupon (Band-Ape) and one ludlow (Blistext). So I guess my replacement shipment will either be a wonky or a guest artist.
Wondering what the ratio is for receiving a Wonky or a GA card. 50-50 chance?something tells me that is very unlikely.
my bet is Wonkys will be just as rare (1:10)
My week 4 for May still hasn't come in..... :-\
something tells me that is very unlikely.
my bet is Wonkys will be just as rare (1:10)
Something sounds wrong there, you should call them tomorrow.
Sneak peek from FB for July week 1
https://i.postimg.cc/N0Bvz4pd/61-EE353-F-5-A0-E-4-F32-89-B7-B62045-AC0-FE4.jpg
Sneak peek from FB for July week 1
https://i.postimg.cc/N0Bvz4pd/61-EE353-F-5-A0-E-4-F32-89-B7-B62045-AC0-FE4.jpg
Amazing looking card! I wonder what the July series with hold. Similar to June or maybe something different....tomorrow will tell...
Glad you all like the Black & Blue Cats card! I wanted to do something "fourthy" to celebrate the occasion. There's more holiday themed fun in store!
Sneak peek from FB for July week 1
https://i.postimg.cc/N0Bvz4pd/61-EE353-F-5-A0-E-4-F32-89-B7-B62045-AC0-FE4.jpg
Glad you all like the Black & Blue Cats card! I wanted to do something "fourthy" to celebrate the occasion. There's more holiday themed fun in store!
What does the real product look like? Fireworks are illegal here, haven't seen them since I lived in PA.(https://i.postimg.cc/18j8KDfL/3-E5-E2150-7896-48-D0-B525-1-E7-CB009-B146.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/18j8KDfL)
What does the real product look like? Fireworks are illegal here, haven't seen them since I lived in PA.(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCqLQpqY/1763-DEE4-FB41-44-EB-9-B3-D-024-A82914404.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCqLQpqY)
Glad you all like the Black & Blue Cats card! I wanted to do something "fourthy" to celebrate the occasion. There's more holiday themed fun in store!
Black Cat has been the brand that my family has liked since I was real young. Unfortunately, for some reason I don't see that many of this brand specifically when we go to a fireworks store. Not sure why.In my fireworks heyday (teen years) the dominant brand in my neck of the woods for regular firecrackers was always Thunder Bomb. Although not legal in NY, it was never hard to acquire. Either you had a guy, or your friend had a guy, etc, and you’d pick stuff off a price list.
My father even has a Black Cat shirt. Best brand, I'm tellin ya.
Awesome parody. Not sure about the others in this set, but I will likely buy the pack for this title alone.
In the Northeast during the late 70's and early 80's, it was definitely Thunder Bomb!No knock on Thunder Bomb, but they were so dominant that whenever you came across a different brand, there would be a certain novelty appeal, particularly because the labels were interesting and the single packs often came in a wider variety of sizes.
Wow! I want a black cat T- shirt! That would be so cool. Where did your dad find it?A quick search shows them readily available on line in all sizes, multiple colors, both official and bootleg, including several different versions of the packaging.
Thanks! What I really want to find is an official company T-shirt with just the black cat logo
https://www.blackcatthreads.com/product-category/apparel/
What does the real product look like? Fireworks are illegal here, haven't seen them since I lived in PA.
Has anyone received a shipping notice for June Week 2?
July Week 1
Guest artist - Fred Wheaton
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-july-week-1.html
Here's my new one for this week:
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Oops! :-[
Looks like July week 1 has no puzzle backs, unless they just did not include in the gallery.I’d guess ‘not included’
Looks like a great set this week. Happy Canada Day to all you Canadian Wackies!
June Week 4 print run of 935
Above 900 again. Nice.
Nice to see things are still going strong after 8 weeks worth of sets!
I just checked the shipping on this – I ordered this on June 3, expected delivery June 30!
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Topps shipping and handling was a well-oiled machine until last week. Maybe their distribution center is near a COVID flare-up area, which has been happening more often lately. The country was ready to re-open too. :sad:
Covid could definitely be an issue. And, I think the replacements for June Week 1 threw another monkey wrench in the works.
I still never received an email about replacement cards. Hoping the original ones i was sent were not in need of replacement. Guess it will be a nice surprise when I can go get them. The way things are looking I will be picking up May, June and July and August (if they’re still happening then) all at the same time! That could be up to 80 sets at the same time....
That's a lot at once!! I'll try not to misplace my extras in case you get bad collation :P
I got two replacement notices several days ago for my first June Week 1 order of 20. Today I got one replacement notice for 10 of the 20 in my second June Week 1 order (those 20 showed up today, in need of replacements). Not sure what's up with the last 10 :-\
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Thanks Pat! I’m sure I’ll be needing some help to complete the sets. Fingers crossed I get some Wonkys as well. Who knows what I’ll get from the June week 1 set. Hope you get your replacement cards soon and it all works out!
Just triple checked - I ordered all of my Week 2 sets on June 11th. Maybe fixing the June Week 1 insert issue has them behind schedule?
I received a notice of shipping from Topps on Wednesday, but USPS is still waiting to actually receive the package from them
How many sets did you order for that week? I ordered 4 and haven’t received a notice...a set of 10.
a set of 10.
that it's going by USPS, and not Fedex, tells me the shipment size is small. Perhaps all cards in a single case.
Yes, I ordered 1 set and got the replacement email.
Did anyone order less than 10 sets get an email for replacement sets?I did. I ordered two sets on separate days and got two emails mentioning replacement sets. I also got an email (or was it two, I don't recall now?) with a tracking number but, when I clicked on it, it sounded like they hadn't actually been sent yet. Very curious to see what is included.
Did anyone order less than 10 sets get an email for replacement sets?
I ordered two sets and got no email about replacements.
I got no such email as well. Not in Spam/Junk either.
My fourth replacement shipping notice came last night. Maybe by Thursday one of us will find out what they're sending?my 'replacement' order still has not been received by USPS.
I'd still like to receive my "regular" June week 1 order :sad:For me, I'm still waiting for my Week 4 May order! Sent an email to Topps.... :icon_twisted:
I received my "replacement" 10 pack package for June Week 1. In my pack, I got one Wonky, one Guest Artist, one complete Ludlow set and one complete Coupon set and extra Coupons and Ludlows. All but two of the sets had just a coupon and a ludlow as the extra two cards (so no Wonky or GA card in every pack). So, still a mystery as to why they needed to send replacements.
I received my "replacement" 10 pack package for June Week 1. In my pack, I got one Wonky, one Guest Artist, one complete Ludlow set and one complete Coupon set and extra Coupons and Ludlows. All but two of the sets had just a coupon and a ludlow as the extra two cards (so no Wonky or GA card in every pack). So, still a mystery as to why they needed to send replacements.
I received my "replacement" 10 pack package for June Week 1. In my pack, I got one Wonky, one Guest Artist, one complete Ludlow set and one complete Coupon set and extra Coupons and Ludlows. All but two of the sets had just a coupon and a ludlow as the extra two cards (so no Wonky or GA card in every pack). So, still a mystery as to why they needed to send replacements.
Yeah, so what's the purpose of the replacements if the collation is the same? Are there mistakes in the printing, or spelling in some parodies we don't know about?
I didn't notice anything like spelling or printing issues, just that we didn't get the inserts that they advertised. I figured they'd be sending me 40 cards consisting of Pezzimist or Gatorage. This way, I'll probably end up with 3 or 4 of those as replacements, which will still not be what they advertised, and more base sets than I'll ever want. On the bright side, at Halloween I'll now be able to give out an entire base set to every kid!! Too bad they're not kiss-cut, so the kids can see that they are stickers.
This assumes parents will let their kids go trick-or-treating in 2020. Kids will have to wear a mask on top of their mask!
A link for those w/o FB
https://i.postimg.cc/zXbfR8Ys/4-E6-D800-C-F341-439-F-8-BA8-0-EBB7-ADAD618.jpg
Wondering if the artist is a fan of Annette Funicello. She had the hit song Pineapple Princess from her Hawaiannette album.
Not a fan of that rub-down script lettering. Is that how the packaging looks? Otherwise, the parody and illustration are most excellent!
FYI - Your avatar parody is now featured in the gag and criticism thread.
Remember when Disney did the C&D on Topps back in 2014 to stop the release of a Wacky Packages series of the Disney owned Star Wars Wacky Packages style?You never let us forget.
Just received a shipping notice from fedex. Should get the one from Topps by tomorrow. Maybe replacement sets...maybe June week 2....
It is very confusing! I'd like August off to recover, receive July sets, and to save for Old School 9 and Halloween Postcards (fingers crossed!).
I hear you on that. I’ll post as soon as I find out what I’m getting. With July week 2 going up for sale tomorrow...that’s going to be 5 weeks worth or sets still outstanding..I’m not complaining! I love that there are new Wackies every week. And hopefully Halloween as you said and Old School 9! It’s been a good year!! I’m going to have a lot of sets to open when I can get them!
It is very confusing! I'd like August off to recover, receive July sets, and to save for Old School 9 and Halloween Postcards (fingers crossed!).
You're going to need a week off to open and collate everything that's stuck at the border!
There was an earlier version of Fantom in ANS4, if anyone wants to look.
New July week 2 set is up but it’s saying ‘just missed it’ when you click on it...Works for me, but GPK set yesterday was giving the same error to a lot of people
July Week 2 now up
Guest artist John Zeleznik
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-july-week-2.html
Just received a shipping notice from fedex. Should get the one from Topps by tomorrow. Maybe replacement sets...maybe June week 2....
I received a shipping notice this afternoon too....I guess I'm getting replacements as well.
received my June replacement pack for my set of 10 purchase. Replacement was a single pack of 10 cards - 5 Wonky and 5 Pezz
Sales for July Week 1 of 944
Fingers crossed! Haven’t got the shipping notice email from Topps yet. Would be great if it’s the case! How many sets did you order?
But they did include the Order Number in the message from Topps, and it matches my Week 2 June #.
Thanks. Never noticed that before and just checked. The confirmation was for the June Week 2 sets so it looks like I'm NOT getting replacements after all. This is all so confusing.
Powers that be, some corrections:
the numbers for the GA cards are wrong on the checklist, they should be GA1 and GA2.
as well as 3 should be Smarmy Food
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Received my June week 1 Replacement in the mail today. I ordered one set in June (no Wonky, No Artist Card) and this replacement was just a single Gatorage Wonky. Which BTW, I already purchased on eBay. :-(
Todd B.
Ramona, CA
I too received confirmation for Week 2 June Wackies. Looks like the production on guest artist stickers and wonky stickers have increased. This will make them more affordable but make the ludlows and coupon backs rarer. I can't wait to see the collation for Week 2 sets.
Has anyone received June week 2 sets yets? I'm getting confused where we're at on shipping.
I have June week 1 and just received a Pezzimist in the mail.
They’ve just started sending them out. Most will receive by next week.
Hey, for July Week 2 they did not include pictures of all of the Wackies this time. They're missing Marchin Roman (7) and Death (10). There is a coupon for Death, but not for Marchin Roman!
I got my June Week 2 shipping notice last night.
I finally got my Week 4 - from the May release!!!!
At least I did get a Wonky this time...only one duplicate Ludlow...
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I just purchased two Gatorage Wonky's on Ebay for $9.99 each with Free Shipping. The dealer who sold me these also told me he just opened 20 packs of June Week 2 and 10/20 had a Wonky and the other 10 had a Guest Artist card.
Do we think that Wonky's will sell $9.99 going forward? I know Crumbs and Clumsy are expensive; but are all the others going to be cheap?
If that is the case; will dealers keep buying tons of packs and focus on the Coupon Backs and Ludlows? This Wacky On-Line set is a volatile market so far. Frustrating and Exciting for sure.
Here's a Death concept I did for the 2014 Halloween postcard set that never happened.
Unfortunate the the postcards never materialized, but I'm really glad to see someone finally painted a Heath bar parody!
Here's a Death concept I did for the 2014 Halloween postcard set. Unfortunately, the postcards never materialized, but I'm really glad to see someone finally painted a Heath bar parody!
(https://i.postimg.cc/k6SQNBD6/WPPC-Dth-Concept-NCmera.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k6SQNBD6)
By the way, July Week 2 is no longer sold out... not sure if it was just me, but it was "sold out" for a couple days and all of the sudden it isn't anymore. Weird.The Topps website incorrectly going to a "Just Missed It" page was occurring frequently for both the GPK and Wacky sets when they initially posted this week. Seems to have cleared up.
Awesome!! Are you able to share all sketches from the cancelled set?
I'm throwing in the towel trying to help everyone. Too many cancellations, and too much money lost. So, starting with next week (July Week 3) don't count on me. I'll still trade/sell extras, but I can no longer keep buying what I have been, only to get left with a load of stickers and a credit card bill.
Topps updated this week's set gallery. Now you can see the Marchin Roman and Death parodies, along with the fixed checklist.
I'm throwing in the towel trying to help everyone. Too many cancellations, and too much money lost. So, starting with next week (July Week 3) don't count on me. I'll still trade/sell extras, but I can no longer keep buying what I have been, only to get left with a load of stickers and a credit card bill.
Pat. You have gone above and beyond for many on this board and your good works are truly treasured by many here. Glad to hear you are scaling back
your wacky outlay. I hope many of us can help you out in the future.
Andrew
I'm throwing in the towel trying to help everyone.Bummer! I was kinda dependin' on you to pick up some base sets down the road. I've stopped buying these from Topps, as I only care about base sets, and figure I can likely acquire them much more cheaply down the road from others...
Hopefully we can all help Pat if she ever needs anything!
I also got my June week 2 set today. I got the Pit-O-Money Wonky. Really wanted the Old Lice GA card, so I jumped on 1 on eBay for $8, but $12 after shipping.
That's almost the price of a weekly set from Topps, but if I ordered two sets from Topps, I run the risk of getting two Wonkys.
Still hoping I just got lucky with the Wonky this week and I get the GA cards every week.
Bummer! I was kinda dependin' on you to pick up some base sets down the road. I've stopped buying these from Topps, as I only care about base sets, and figure I can likely acquire them much more cheaply down the road from others...
And, I agree wholeheartedly with others, you Wacky rock! We've done some good trading/deals over the years...
Did anyone get a June Week 3 Shipping Notification today? I seem to have gotten one this morning :o
received my June replacement pack for my set of 10 purchase. Replacement was a single pack of 10 cards - 5 Wonky and 5 Pezz
Did anyone get a June Week 3 Shipping Notification today? I seem to have gotten one this morning :oyes, just a fedex notice earlier for week 3
Pat. You have gone above and beyond for many on this board and your good works are truly treasured by many here. Glad to hear you are scaling back
your wacky outlay. I hope many of us can help you out in the future.
Andrew
My cards will be here tomorrow - please guys, wait on pulling the ebay trigger!
Wow! You don't hear a story like that too often. Very cool to see that there's still some decent ebayer sellers out there.
Last I heard here the replacement sets were like the original shipments, with base sets, and Wonkys and GA cards scarce. Yesterday afternoon I got a replacement package from Topps that had 5 of each Wonky and GA. Topps is definitely trying to make things right, but how the heck am I supposed to know what to charge anymore to break even?
My June Week 2 order is supposed to arrive today, and my shipping notice for Week 3 came last night. If I can figure out what to expect going forward, maybe I'll try another week of 40 packs to help people with July Week 3 coupons and ludlows (seems those are to be the tough ones now). I don't know. :c002:
My sense is that Wonky's 2 and 3 (Crumbs and Clumsy) will now sell for even more as they are really the only super short-printed titles and once you own those two; collecting all the Wonkys is doable. This series has been a roller coaster in terms of pricing.
My June Week 2 sets arrived today. 19 GA cards, 21 Wonkys. On set 33 I finally finished a coupon back set. No other coupon #8 cards, so just the one coupon set out of 40 base sets. Did get 3 ludlow sets, so 2 available. Some singles available.
Wonkys and Guest Artist cards are now VERY available.
Let's hear it for Pat!
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I purchased a Wonky Gatorage on eBay for around $75.00 on July 1st. About two or three days after that Gatorage arrived in the mail, I got my "replacement" June Week 1 package from Topps... of course, a Wonky Gatorage. I got burned, it happens, I wasn't too stressed. Then I got a "eBay Message" from the seller of the Gatorage. He expressed his apologies and mentioned how he never meant to take advantage of anyone, but obviously this card is no longer worth more then $10-$20. He said he couldn't refund my money but wanted to let me know he will ship the next Wonky and Guest Artist card out to me for free. I was shocked... I thought to myself, "I'm not sure I would have reached out to anyone; a deal is a deal." There was no way for him to know the replacement fiasco was about to happen! Anyway, chalk one up for this eBay seller, it doesn't happen often so I wanted to share my story!
I'm totally stoked on this weekly set, I hope it keeps up for the rest of the year! :-)
Todd B.
Ramona, CA
My June Week 2 sets arrived today. 19 GA cards, 21 Wonkys. On set 33 I finally finished a coupon back set. No other coupon #8 cards, so just the one coupon set out of 40 base sets. Did get 3 ludlow sets, so 2 available. Some singles available.
Wonkys and Guest Artist cards are now VERY available.
Hi everyone, new here. Started collecting these this year from the beginning.
Bought 20 sets still needed 1 lud and 1 coupon. Got 10 of each of the Wonky / GA. Just my 2 cents!
Yes!
Proud Owner of a 2020 Challenger Hellcat!
Yes!
Proud Owner of a 2020 Challenger Hellcat!
Please post pics of that Wicked Hellcat!!
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The way the sets are named or such is a pita. I forgot to order one week and now I can't remember what cards were in it as that would make descriptors easier. I think it is the set that ended on 6/23. All I know is Saturday I received a shipment and in the entire 12 or 13 orders from beginning to then, I finally received a Wonky.I have a living checklist running, with sale dates, checklist, artist, etc., with images for all fronts and backs
I have a living checklist running, with sale dates, checklist, artist, etc., with images for all fronts and backs
That may help
http://www.wackypackagesforum.com/index.php?topic=4823.msg105509#new (http://www.wackypackagesforum.com/index.php?topic=4823.msg105509#new)
Please put the muscle car stuff in the new Non-Wacky Discussion thread I created. :great:
Sorry, one time thing, didnt know.
Week 3 June arrived:
in 20 sets
10 Crummy
10 Paesan
Complete Coupon Set
Complete Lud Set
10 Coupon / 10 Lud split. They finally got the collation right.
Topps does seem to be trying. The 20 sets on the top of the box were all Wonkys, and the 20 on the bottom were all Guest Artist stickers. On my 15th set I completed a ludlow set, and on the 19th I completed a coupon set. I wish I hadn't already ordered so many sets for the next few weeks.
With the new normal of low prices for Wonkies; who is now looking to be a completest on Wonkies? I am putting 4 wonkies and 4 Guest Artist cards in a 9 card sleeve for each month. They look pretty nice like that IMO.
Andrew
With the new normal of low prices for Wonkies; who is now looking to be a completest on Wonkies? I am putting 4 wonkies and 4 Guest Artist cards in a 9 card sleeve for each month. They look pretty nice like that IMO.
Andrew
I got 3 sets of June week 2 - 2 Wonkys and a Guest Artist.
Looks like the bottom dropped out of the Wonky market. A deal's a deal - enjoy my money, eBay sellers!
I moved up to 10 sets after week 3. Every time I try to outsmart Topps, I get burned. Good business model I suppose!
I've given up on the Wonkys too, even for June and July. I'll try for the guest artist cards if they're affordable. I just bought a Pezzimist on eBay for $6 plus $2 shipping. So if my $15.91 a week doesn't score one, I'll gladly pay $8 to get it instead. That's still cheaper than paying $31.82 for two sets.
Received my June Week 4 notice this morning. Feels like they are catching up on orders.
June Week 2 and 3, I have about 15 of each Wonky and Guest Artist card. Make me an offer.
So how long will this go on? Is August a go?
Have you tried asking the Magic Meatball?
Received my June Week 4 notice this morning. Feels like they are catching up on orders.
Now I want spaghetti and meatballs.........
Useless post!
An ode to the man and the myth, RonZombie, of whom I have only read about in legend...
Awesome!! Are you able to share all sketches from the cancelled set?Yes, can you please do this? I didn't even know there was supposed to be a Wacky Halloween Postcards 2014! This is a real scoop for the Spreadsheet!
I must say, kudos to Topps collating in June Week 3 shipments. I bought a 10-set. I got 5 Wonkys, 5 Guest Artist cards, all 5 coupon backs, and all 5 Ludlows (not that I'm collecting those anyway). That's the way it should be if one is shelling out $135. I just hope this "complete set" collation continues from now on.
Guest Artist this week : Joe Grossberg
Patrick, ha! As if you didn’t already know that! So a quick request if anyone does end up with extras of my card, July GA3, please keep me in mind, as I’m hoping to get a bunch. Also I do want to thank the great Chad Scheres for spearheading the Guest Artist series as a way broaden the Wacky artist base and get us a little work!
Joe, Your GA card looks great!!!!
Patrick, ha! As if you didn’t already know that! So a quick request if anyone does end up with extras of my card, July GA3, please keep me in mind, as I’m hoping to get a bunch. Also I do want to thank the great Chad Scheres for spearheading the Guest Artist series as a way broaden the Wacky artist base and get us a little work!
I'm cutting back this week, but was already planning on saving a few GAs for you :)
Anyone else not got June week 3 yet? I'm getting a little worried.
Anyone else not got June week 3 yet? I'm getting a little worried.
My June week 3 set is slated to arrive Saturday and I have a shipping notice for June week 4. That should arrive next week at some point.
Funny thing, the actual artist bought 2 of his own GA cards from me on eBay (Paesan). Pretty cool. THhe only other person who bought anything of his own from me was Ron Nischwitz, a pitcher in the 60's.
Patrick, ha! As if you didn’t already know that!I'll plead the fifth on that! lol.
I'll plead the fifth on that! lol.
It's a fantastic card too, btw! Love that baby robot, and all the jokes perfectly mesh together too.
Well if you’re the seller selling them for $6 each with free shipping then I’ll put in an order for two of mine right now!
Funny thing, the actual artist bought 2 of his own GA cards from me on eBay (Paesan). Pretty cool. THhe only other person who bought anything of his own from me was Ron Nischwitz, a pitcher in the 60's.I bought one too!! 6 bucks shipped for a Chenduz is a steal!!!!
I have a bunch of Old Lice left!I may want those! They make good business cards....
I may want those! They make good business cards....If you don't mind my asking, what business are you in?
Anyone else not got June week 3 yet? I'm getting a little worried.
Here's mine for the week. My second one will be up late tomorrow.
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Dangit! My week 4 didn't even ship yet. Usually I get my shipping notices and packages the same time as everyone else. Maybe Topps is starting to give special early shipments to bigger spenders. I only buy one a week.
What day did you order?
First day, as always. My order is there, but not shipped. Is there a customer service email at Topps where I can ask?
ludlows and coupon backs are a lot tougher to get now
Freaking Cool... is this going to be a released title?It’s on sale right now, for one week only
Topps never updated the weekly gallery with Dave's Ghostitos parody.
Maybe tomorrow? Here it is:
(https://i.postimg.cc/7fsXh9Vd/wp-weeklyghostitosfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7fsXh9Vd)
Maybe tomorrow? Here it is:
(https://i.postimg.cc/7fsXh9Vd/wp-weeklyghostitosfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7fsXh9Vd)
I can't believe some of you are getting June Week 4 deliveries already. I just checked with Topps.com about my June WEEK ONE order, and it looks like it just arrived today at my PO box.
But that doesn't mean I have access to it - it may not actually be there for pickup until tomorrow!!!
This slowness really kept me from ordering the July Week 2...or 3...I may as well buy them from the forum board, so much faster!
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Note today at Topps.com regarding my Week 1 - June order - 'EXCEPTION AT FACILITY' - WTF??
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Well, the pack did show up! 5 packs - 1 GA, no Wonkys, duplicate red Ludlow, duplicate coupon back!
What are the chances that, even though I didn't get a notice, that I will also get replacement cards?
Has everyone who had gotten a notice gotten their extra cards? Has anyone who has NOT gotten a notice gotten extra cards?
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I never got a notice nor replacement cards.
Same here. Nothing...
just received my July Week 1 notice from Fedex.
So I noticed that Dave is posting images so I guess it’s safe to post my rough for this week’s Guest Artist Card. I was pretty faithful to it in the final painting but went much younger with the baby bot and went for more of an Iron Giant feel for the Girder Baby.thanks for posting! always great to see and read some of the 'behind the scenes' info.
just received my July Week 1 notice from Fedex.
As I think I said before, I got notices for 40 replacements, but only received 10. :sad:
Got my June Week 4 Sunday. Collation no great on Coupon/Luds.
If you need any let me know.
Teaser Tuesday is back
https://i.postimg.cc/xCRVqPHr/F42-BBB65-101-F-47-FF-96-A4-998-DC8-FEA71-B.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/xCRVqPHr/F42-BBB65-101-F-47-FF-96-A4-998-DC8-FEA71-B.jpg)
Week 3 series is now LIVE
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-july-week-3.html?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=071520%20Topps.com&utm_term=All%20Sports%20and%20Auction
July Week 4
Guest artist: Sam Gambino
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-july-week-4.html
I keep getting the ‘you just missed it’ with that link.
One option is to go to the Wacky Page link below, and then click on the ‘Add to Cart’ button. That will take you there.
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/wacky-packages.html
My other for this week is CaPrison which is based on a Jay Lynch rough I had from the ANS days. Tried to keep the characters looking like Jay would have done them.
It's also my 650th Wacky painting!
Here's my contributions for week 4: Crypt and Peter Prank peanut butter
(https://i.postimg.cc/Cd1vwRzt/WP-CRYPT.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Cd1vwRzt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/yDFjL9bJ/WP-PP.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDFjL9bJ)
Love the Crypt Neil!!
Ha! Wasn't Creep the character in your artist biography card?YES!!
I'm thinking of giving up on ordering these from Topps. I still haven't gotten my June Week 2 sets yet and I never got replacement cards or a notice, for June Week 1. Covid, work and family is all I can deal with right now!!!!Tracking info from Topps today - June Week 2 and Week 3 showed up at my facility, and WAS SENT BACK TO SHIPPER!!!!
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I'm thinking of giving up on ordering these from Topps. I still haven't gotten my June Week 2 sets yet and I never got replacement cards or a notice, for June Week 1. Covid, work and family is all I can deal with right now!!!!
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Yeah, I never got my June week 3 set. I'll keep ordering from Topps for now. Received my June week 4 and July week 1. Had to order June week 3 from ebay.
I got June wk 4 and July wk 1 today, moved up to 10 sets of each. Almost perfect collation, just missing one Ludlow!
From the ridiculous to the sublime, sheesh...
Has anyone gotten a shipping notice for July Week 2?Not yet, and they were doing so well catching back up for the past few weeks too.
Not yet, and they were doing so well catching back up for the past few weeks too.
What in the world???!OH!!!!!! This makes me so happy!!!!!!!
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-july-week-4.html
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What in the world???!
https://www.topps.com/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-july-week-4.html
(https://i.postimg.cc/z3P0HzSZ/topps.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3P0HzSZ)
Has anyone gotten a shipping notice for July Week 2?
OH!!!!!! This makes me so happy!!!!!!!
Looks like ugly monsters or something of that sort? Any insight? :)
Which week? I don't remember seeing that when I ordered July week 4.
My guess is this is the heads up that there will not be a Wacky set this week, as it’s Week 5 of July.
Wacky sets are 4 weeks long, and this is the ‘filler’ for the extra week.
Then back to our normal programming starting August 5.
Good call on that. Really would have been easier to just have it as one continuous set, instead of resetting the card numbers each month....
God forbid anything be easy..........
We definitely have a set this week. That...is something else.
Since the monster is behind "Peter Prank," perhaps Topps is playing a prank on us buyers, and they have something lined up to add to the set IF we buy the same set again next week. Surely they wouldn't do that! Oh wait, they've already pranked us into buying 10 sets of the same thing every week... (Sigh, and like Charlie Brown trying to kick a football from Lucy, I fall for it every week to get those extra cards. Good grief!)
I’ve said this before, but I wish Topps would drop the charade and just offer a master set (1 of each guest, wonky, ludlow, and coupon and maybe 3 sets of base cards) for $150 each week. Many of us would go for that and would cut down the tremendous amount of shipping waste in purchasing 10 packs. I’ve got enough card holders, boxes and bubble wrap to start my own store.
I’ve got enough card holders, boxes and bubble wrap to start my own store.
No Uglys lurking with the GPKs. Guess they were forgotten.
They had the creature behind this past week's GPKs.Ah, never saw it on the main topps page, but I do see it now tucked in with last weeks set
So you're saying those who spend $150 weekly would get all 5 Luds, all 5 coupons, 1 wonky, 1 GA and 3 base sets? What would the rest of us get who only spend $15 a week and are on a limited budget?
The creature is behind the GPK set as well so don't worry it's not something that connects to WPs and something you have to buy with the WPs. GPK comes out on Tuesday, WP on Wednesday so...it's "behind" them...
Topps June - week 2 - still waiting....
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 27, 2020 4:20 PM Delivery exception
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 27, 2020 4:10 PM At U.S. Postal Service facility
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 27, 2020 11:37 AM Out for delivery
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 27, 2020 11:26 AM At U.S. Postal Service facility
OAKLAND, CA, US Jul 26, 2020 2:42 AM At U.S. Postal Service facility
OAKLAND, CA, US Jul 26, 2020 1:18 AM At U.S. Postal Service facility
OAKLAND, CA, US Jul 26, 2020 1:16 AM At U.S. Postal Service facility
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 23, 2020 3:22 PM Returning package to shipper
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 23, 2020 12:37 PM At U.S. Postal Service facility
BERKELEY, CA, US Jul 22, 2020 2:10 PM In transit
I feel for you. I guess if I asked USPS where my package was, they could truthfully say it's unknown.
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Actually, they finally arrived today! Both weeks at the same time - June Week 2 had a good range of backs, no dups, and 3 Wonkys and 2 GAs, June Week 3 HOWEVER - all coupon backs, no luds, 4 dup coupons!!!!! 3 Wonkys and 2 GAs...gawdd....
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So are the wacky monster backs an additional back or do they replace another back?Replaces the basic puzzle back. (My take on it)
I guess that makes sense rather than having a 4-piece puzzle. I'm assuming there's still a checklist on the back of one even though I didn't see it.
So I wonder if there are five different back variations for base each sticker, or is it one per back and no checklist?
Topps isn't saying:
Configuration
• 5 base stickers
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wonky Packages OR Guest Artist of the Week
Subject List
•21 Tattootsie Roll
•22 Sun Chimps
• 23 Gang Scouts
• 24 Sore Boy
• 25 Neck L Nip
•Wonky: Cyclop Sikle
• Guest Artist of the Week: Viceine - by Chris Meeks
• W-A-C-K-Y sticker backs!
I guess we'll just have to wait about 6-8 weeks to see. Ah, that brings back memories of all the TV commercials that always said it would take 6-8 weeks for delivery.
Replaces the basic puzzle back. (My take on it)
What does Neck-L-Nip spoof?
That would make sense!
Yep, that's correct!
Besides the Wacky Initials, here's my contributions to July, Week 5:
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y/WP12-TATTOO.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw/WP-Cyclop.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw)
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y/WP12-TATTOO.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y)Hmmmmm. Those knuckles look like they have an N-E-I on them. Wonder what letter’s on the 4th knuckle? ;D
Yep, that's correct!
Besides the Wacky Initials, here's my contributions to July, Week 5:
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y/WP12-TATTOO.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw/WP-Cyclop.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw)
Hmmmmm. Those knuckles look like they have an N-E-I on them. Wonder what letter’s on the 4th knuckle? ;DL if I'd know.
I guess that makes sense rather than having a 4-piece puzzle. I'm assuming there's still a checklist on the back of one even though I didn't see it.
Yep, that's correct!
Besides the Wacky Initials, here's my contributions to July, Week 5:
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y/WP12-TATTOO.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw/WP-Cyclop.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw)
Yep, that's correct!
Besides the Wacky Initials, here's my contributions to July, Week 5:
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y/WP12-TATTOO.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjPWqk0y)
(https://i.postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw/WP-Cyclop.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrD8X2Qw)
Nik L NipAs a kid I used to buy these in a tube format. You got five tubes about the same shape and size as cigarettes, joined together with wax but in a way that you could pull them apart and drink/chew each tube separately. There was also a little sticker card in each pack, with a corny little graphic, in red and blue ink I believe. Maybe called Slurpees, not sure. I also remember the bottles being sold loose as penny candy. The pack you see here is the only way they’re still made today that I’ve seen, but I’ve only found them in a store that specializes in nostalgia candy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/21zz3RH4/ypqSAr2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/21zz3RH4)
As a kid I used to buy these in a tube format. You got five tubes about the same shape and size as cigarettes, joined together with wax but in a way that you could pull them apart and drink/chew each tube separately. There was also a little sticker card in each pack, with a corny little graphic, in red and blue ink I believe. Maybe called Slurpees, not sure. I also remember the bottles being sold loose as penny candy. The pack you see here is the only way they’re still made today that I’ve seen, but I’ve only found them in a store that specializes in nostalgia candy.
As a kid I used to buy these in a tube format. You got five tubes about the same shape and size as cigarettes, joined together with wax but in a way that you could pull them apart and drink/chew each tube separately. There was also a little sticker card in each pack, with a corny little graphic, in red and blue ink I believe. Maybe called Slurpees, not sure. I also remember the bottles being sold loose as penny candy. The pack you see here is the only way they’re still made today that I’ve seen, but I’ve only found them in a store that specializes in nostalgia candy.
I love the Mom tattoo too. You should've made it say "Mother" and then hidden the "er" beneath the packaging so it would resemble Bart Simpson's interrupted tattoo.
I have to admit I haven't watched the Simpsons in years, but that sounds like it would've been really funny! Do you have a screen shot of Bart's tattoo?
July week 4 sales of 755
Significant drop. Possibly due to how much easier it’s turned out to get the Wonky cards?
Possibly due to how much easier it’s turned out to get the Wonky cards?Pat just ordered less? :P
Buyer fatigue, IMO.
July week 4 sales of 755
Significant drop. Possibly due to how much easier it’s turned out to get the Wonky cards?
Or maybe all of those eBay sellers aren't getting buyers, so they've stopped buying - or moved to the minis instead. I would bet most of us on the forum are still buying what we've always been buying.
Honestly I think 755 is a pretty high number given the prices. Hank Aaron would agree, but maybe not Barry Bonds.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Xp8N2ZRM/Bart-tattoo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Xp8N2ZRM)
Pat just ordered less? :P
Maybe Sippies? I found these on the web:Yes, that’s what I remember the loose bottles looking like. Never really had a name for them except ‘wax bottles.’ As for the other image that Scoot posted, the shorter group of tubes on the right looks like an exact match in terms of size, but the cello graphics look different. I think the items shown are from before my time.
https://nuts.com/chocolatessweets/old-time-candy/wax-bottles.html?msclkid=3befe5a0fe7b13c29e4fba826a194fd7&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=BPA%20-%20Items%20-%20Chocolates%20%26%20Sweets&utm_term=4580153131667401&utm_content=BPA%20Item%20-%20Hot%20Item%7C5775%7CNuts.com%7CChocolates%20%26%20Sweets%7C5-10%7CC%3A70 (https://nuts.com/chocolatessweets/old-time-candy/wax-bottles.html?msclkid=3befe5a0fe7b13c29e4fba826a194fd7&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=BPA%20-%20Items%20-%20Chocolates%20%26%20Sweets&utm_term=4580153131667401&utm_content=BPA%20Item%20-%20Hot%20Item%7C5775%7CNuts.com%7CChocolates%20%26%20Sweets%7C5-10%7CC%3A70)
I think you nailed it.. they were called Slurpys...
(https://i.postimg.cc/PNN6Ght3/4-D43-BA0-E-60-B3-4768-9776-3-B2-B7-F7-B3107.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PNN6Ght3)
Yeah, that's one of my archival scans. I've documented the whole Glenn Confections / W&F Wax stuff via my Flickr and CollectingCandy.comJason - your candy site’s been quiet for a long time. Have you shown everything there is to show, got bored with it, or just busy with other pursuits? Just wondering.
Here's another:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/jasonliebigstuff/7538093660/
Jason - your candy site’s been quiet for a long time. Have you shown everything there is to show, got bored with it, or just busy with other pursuits? Just wondering.
No apology necessary! On the contrary, the in-depth response is much appreciated, as it’s now clear there’s more good stuff to come. Hope that book you mentioned is chock full of the same stuff you’ve featured on your site. BTW, the Big Buddy gum feature absolutely blew me away! Did you actually obtain all those boxes and wrapper shown? Had no idea it was even made in all those flavors.
Hmmmmm. Those knuckles look like they have an N-E-I on them. Wonder what letter’s on the 4th knuckle? ;D
Got my July Week 2 sets today. Even distribution of Wonkys and Guest Artists. Coupons were all with Wonkys, ludlows with the artist cards. Collation not too shabby.
It's quite clear now that the two rare Wonkys (Crumbs and Clumsy) are really rare. Does anyone have a good estimate as to how many were produced in the set? Are these two cards now two of the rarest Wackies?Most reports were that they showed up in 1 out of 10 packs. (Was that ratio for me)
Most reports were that they showed up in 1 out of 10 packs. (Was that ratio for me)
Looking at the print runs (745, 739), that indicates about 74 for each.
August Week 1 sneak peek
https://i.postimg.cc/gJffz9dC/01496138-4-F80-4-EB2-BFF9-80932-DFE4175.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/gJffz9dC/01496138-4-F80-4-EB2-BFF9-80932-DFE4175.jpg)
Nice! How do you locate the large images for these? The one on Facebook isn't as nice as the one you post here.
Nice! How do you locate the large images for these? The one on Facebook isn't as nice as the one you post here.that's actually just a copy of what's on the Topps' Wacky Packages Facebook page, so I'm not sure of the difference you're seeing
that's actually just a copy of what's on the Topps' Wacky Packages Facebook page, so I'm not sure of the difference you're seeing
that's actually just a copy of what's on the Topps' Wacky Packages Facebook page, so I'm not sure of the difference you're seeing
Week 2 I got just 3 Wonkys out of 40 packs.......
The past few weeks (six ish) have changed the odds considerably for me. 1 Wonky out of 3 and the other two are the artists cards (from the week those were inserted).
Wacky Packages August week 1 is live. Looks like no Wonky. Replaced with wacky initials.
So these Wacky Initials are going to be 2 to a card, making them half the size of the ones in July Week 5?Yes...
Yes...
But at least they’ll total 9 cards and fit on a single page 😁
Just want to say thanks to everyone involved with these sets. They are way above an beyond ANS imho. Keep up the good work. Really enjoying them! :great:
Here's my new card for the week: Players Peanuts
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGYNg8Vs/wp-weeklyplayersfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGYNg8Vs)
Here's my new card for the week: Players Peanuts
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGYNg8Vs/wp-weeklyplayersfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGYNg8Vs)
So the Wonky's are done. That means the set with the First 4 from the Comics totals 17 cards.
Definitely not done. Keep those binder pages open.
Great looking card! Hey David! Think you could convince Topps to make a binder for each of the monthly sets?
Definitely not done. Keep those binder pages open.
great preview image, looks like the work of our very own Neil, if I'm not mistaken?
I can't stop cracking up with the arm holding out a fiddle for the woman, awesome!
Here's my new card for the week: Players Peanuts
(https://i.postimg.cc/JGYNg8Vs/wp-weeklyplayersfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JGYNg8Vs)
And, there are some things that I could blast out upon the site, that I've sort of been saving for my first book. Which I had had a number of meetings on, before the pandemic hit.
J
Since the Wacky Weekly series is having current a Wacky Initials subset, how about for a futre Wacky Weekly subset Wacky Packages characters in the style of Mars Attacks or Wacky Packages characters in the style of Hollywood Zombies?
Here's mine for the week: IONS Radioactive Dog Food
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDQbkDbk/wp-weeklyionsfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDQbkDbk)
It says that an August Week 2 pack includes either a wonky or an artist card, which is different from the previous week....I assume that's an error?
I see there's a July Week 5 checklist too.
It says that an August Week 2 pack includes either a wonky or an artist card, which is different from the previous week....I assume that's an error?
I see there's a July Week 5 checklist too.
It says that an August Week 2 pack includes either a wonky or an artist card, which is different from the previous week....I assume that's an error?
I see there's a July Week 5 checklist too.
Here's mine for the week: IONS Radioactive Dog Food
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDQbkDbk/wp-weeklyionsfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDQbkDbk)
The August Week 2 listing is frustrating as hell. A Wonky is mentioned in the Configuration, but not in the Subject List, and is not shown in the Gallery. Initials are mentioned in the Subject List, but not in the Configuration, and that sticker is shown in the Gallery. It says "Each Set contains (7) stickers - 5 base PLUS 2/3 chase stickers PLUS Checklist Card!" which in my world adds up to 8.
Can one of the artists here PLEASE get Topps to clarify before the ordering window ends??
I bought 20 of the July Week 5 sets, and cut down to 10 for August. Now, to get checklists for all of my July Week 5 sets, I have to shell out another $150 on 10 more August Week 2 sets I don't want? I call BS! If they realized they made a mistake by not including a checklist in the July Week 5 set, they should send us the July Week 5 checklists that should have been included in those sets we already paid for. Of course, I'm still waiting for my "replacement" Wonkys and Guest Artists stickers from June Week 1.........
Maybe they will print and get the July checklist in the July week 5 sets when those ship. It's not too late.
Here's mine for the week: IONS Radioactive Dog FoodLove that one! All the dog needs, imo, is one more head with one eye and he'd be a cyclopean version of Cerberus, the three-headed, dragon-tailed watchdog of the gates of Hades!
(https://i.postimg.cc/WDQbkDbk/wp-weeklyionsfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDQbkDbk)
I already ordered, and now I'm confused again. I thought Wonkys were stopped for the month and replaced by initials. And, putting a July checklist in an August set is asinine.
Looks like it has been corrected...NO WONKYS:
Configuration
• 5 base stickers
• 2 chase stickers - (1) Red Ludlow Back OR Coupon Back, (1) Wacky Initials OR Guest Artist of the Week
Did anyone get their July week 3 sets yet? The collation is not even. I bought the 10 set and (besides the 5 Wonkys and 5 Artist cards) I got only 7 different coupons or red ludlows: 4 coupon backs and 3 red ludlows. The remaining 3 were repeats.my collation was pretty good, not perfect, but better than last week. At it had even Wonky/GAs this time.
my collation was pretty good, not perfect, but better than last week. At it had even Wonky/GAs this time.
My Wonkys and GAs were even again, but my extras are not spread out.
Why can’t Topps get it right?
I have bought 10 packs every week since the beginning, and still have never gotten a "complete" weekly set. I'm always missing a coupon (or Lud) or two, while having doubles of other coupons (or Luds). $144 per week, and I still have to make trades or more purchases to complete each weekly set. It's maddening. I've tried to stay quiet and positive, but it's been happening every week for 3 months :sad:
I have bought 10 packs every week since the beginning, and still have never gotten a "complete" weekly set. I'm always missing a coupon (or Lud) or two, while having doubles of other coupons (or Luds). $144 per week, and I still have to make trades or more purchases to complete each weekly set. It's maddening. I've tried to stay quiet and positive, but it's been happening every week for 3 months :sad:
Has anyone gotten a shipping notice for July Week 4?
Just got my July Week 4 Shipping notice. Should ship today.same here.
Andrew
same here.
hopefully it will actually ship today. that's seems to be the case for these morning notices
All I got was a rock :sad:
Week 3 is up
Nice OS yellow pack shoutout in this one!
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-august-week-3.html?options=cart
I painted two for this week: 8-U-Up and Jerky Cat cat litter
(https://i.postimg.cc/YjXZYWjd/wp-weekly8uupfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YjXZYWjd)
(https://i.postimg.cc/LqB0XqrB/wp-weeklyjerkycatfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LqB0XqrB)
Interestingly, an eBay only GPK set just sold 1937, the 2nd best selling GPK online set ever. Is this the model of the future?
Interestingly, an eBay only GPK set just sold 1937, the 2nd best selling GPK online set ever. Is this the model of the future?
I think this one is a great idea. If only they'd used a wax pack instead of foil pack. I'd love to see more like this -- maybe even all 5 one week.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mh0SY0nR/Hoppy-Packages.png) (https://postimg.cc/mh0SY0nR)
The foil wrapper matches better with all the newer Wacky Packages Wackys like Postcard Series 1.
I'd love to see more like this -- maybe even all 5 one week.
so an all Wonky Packages set then?
sounds interesting, what other sets or extras would be interesting?
so an all Wonky Packages set then?
It has #12 on it, so it's not a Wonky is it?
No, I think the intention was for a modern day ANS foil wrapper that pays homage to the vintage series wrapper. Just my guess.That sounds about right!
I think Hoppy Packages is by far my most favorite of all the new weekly cards!
Richard
#StayWacky
Are a lot of people here waiting to get their July Week 4 shipments? Not seeing a lot of them listed on eBay.
Are a lot of people here waiting to get their July Week 4 shipments? Not seeing a lot of them listed on eBay.
I got mine yesterday evening. Collation stinks again. Only got 3 of 5 different coupon backs; 2 were repeat titles. I did get all 5 red ludlow backs.got mine yesterday, and had the best collation I've received so far. It was just off by one Ludlow, which was the last pack I opened.
Week 3 is up
Nice OS yellow pack shoutout in this one!
Guest artist: Robert ‘Floydman’ Sumner
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-august-week-3.html?options=cart
We were talking on a different thread recently about how Wacky Packages are like "time capsules" where the packaging style takes you back to a specific place in your memories. Just a few weeks ago Dave Gross gave us the awesome Pet Puffed marshmallows parody. Today, I visit one of my favorite graphic design websites, and Kraft is changing the Jet Puffed marshmallows packaging. While the update is fun, I find the words "Jet Puffed" not as prominent as they were on the previous packaging. Plus, they got rid of the Kraft logo.I know what you mean. A little while back, Patrick (Fanatical and Sickly) told me that Quaker had removed its company logo from the Cap'n Crunch cereals.
(https://i.postimg.cc/TpWqWygj/jet-puffed-packaging-before-after.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TpWqWygj)
the full set of Initials. pretty cool
Wormy Packages
Ajerx
Cap'n Crud
Koduck
Yubum
Plastered Peanuts
Awful Bits
Cover Ghoul
Kook-Aid
Achoo
Gadzooka
Evil Time
Shot Wheels
(https://i.postimg.cc/bN2pySQb/Wacky-Packages-Initials.jpg)
Not to mention the awesome and stellar artwork by Neil! They look pretty impressive all together!
and where would that "X" letter come from? LOLNo, I think it'd have to begin with an "X".
maybe use Exceedrin?
Is fatigue setting in?
Bummer with no Halloween cards this year but the weekly arrival of the online series helps out.
My take on this is that Topps will be producing a Halloween set this year.And if there's not an actual set, the weekly ones could certainly 'go Halloween' for the whole month of October
Is fatigue setting in?
My take on this is that Topps will be producing a Halloween set this year.
How many months have they done the weekly series?
They're starting to get really behind, still no July week 5 shipping notice.Just received a fedex shipping notice a few minutes ago
Just received my notice for July #5 a few minutes ago
I also received my notice around midnight. I'm glad it's Fedex - I haven't gotten any regular mail since last Wednesday.
Why did I just receive a shipping notice for August week 1 but no notice yet for July week 5 which was purchased at the same time as the Ugly stickers that I've already received???
Why did I just receive a shipping notice for August week 1 but no notice yet for July week 5 which was purchased at the same time as the Ugly stickers that I've already received???just received my August Wk1 notice from Topps as well.
Why did I just receive a shipping notice for August week 1 but no notice yet for July week 5 which was purchased at the same time as the Ugly stickers that I've already received???
just received my August Wk1 notice from Topps as well.
I thought my FedEx notice last night was for July Wk5, but looking at my Topps profile, July is still 'Processing'
Yeah, this is happening to everyone here.
Maybe we're actually getting July Week 5, and it's a system-wide inventory error on Topps end.
Why else would July week 5 be delayed?
I'll be honest, I'm so crazy busy every day with all the assignments I've not looked at or read anything here about deliveries or chase cards or any of that stuff. I've only been concerned about putting out a good card (or two) each week. If someone here wants to write a very specific note detailing whatever it is you all have an issue with with the sets so that it's crystal clear I will pass it on to them for you.
Also, let's talk about the actual cards in the sets as much as all the minutia. That's what the sets are about after all!
Hi David,
The only concern here was that many of us received our shipping notice for August week 1. We haven’t received our shipping notice for July week 5. We were just looking for some clarification. We reach out to you the artist(s) from time to time as you seem to have a direct line to Topps. If we reach out directly to them our questions remain unanswered. Thank you for these sets and the artwork you contribute every week. I have no doubt you’re swamped these days. Thank you for all that you’ve done to keep Wackies alive!
Just write me a clear message as if you are writing Topps with exactly the issues with all the shipping and any of the insert stuff. This way after I give it to them if they have comments I can know how respond. You can post it here and I'll cut and paste it into an emailThank you David. Here’s a letter to send off, if you don’t mind. Please and thank you.
Here's my card for the week: Brrrzooka (from a Pete Zies gag).
(https://i.postimg.cc/Q998NvSd/wp-weeklybrrrookafinalsmall.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q998NvSd)
Also, let's talk about the actual cards in the sets as much as all the minutia. That's what the sets are about after all!
This week's guest artist is someone named Simone Arena, never heard of her.
Danny from the Facebook fan page mentioned the artwork for September Week 1 Ditz was "embargoed" by Topps. What does that mean? Is the artwork being changed?Embargoed? LOL sounds like nonsense.
Embargoed? LOL sounds like nonsense.
I’m sure the art simply wasn’t ready yet at the time of posting. this has happened a few times before.
I did a Ditz Crackers way back in ANS. Don't know what this version of Ditz is a parody of though. If it's the crackers that could be the issue. Don't know.I checked it out; it was ANS7.
I just got a Fedex notice for my July Week 5 shipment.
I’m sure the art simply wasn’t ready yet at the time of posting. this has happened a few times before.
You guessed right! I had to finish up a few other parts of the set first. Here it is for your viewing consideration...
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLH2SYx5/WPDITZ.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLH2SYx5)
Enjoy!
You guessed right! I had to finish up a few other parts of the set first. Here it is for your viewing consideration...
(https://i.postimg.cc/zLH2SYx5/WPDITZ.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLH2SYx5)
Enjoy!
Thank you David. Here’s a letter to send off, if you don’t mind. Please and thank you.
Dear Topps Customer Service,
I would like to inquire as to why my shipment of the Weekly Wacky Packages Series August Week 1 shipped out prior to Weekly Wacky Packages Series July Week 5 shipped out. Was this just an oversight and can I expect to receive a shipping notice for July Week 5 sometime this week? I checked my account status and it says ‘processing’. This is the same for any series not yet shipped out. Any information you could provide, would be of great help.
Thank you and take care
So the numbers are good, but they're consistently going down. Pat, you just have to start buying more again. Should we start a Go Fund Me page for you? ;)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCKkQwH8/Wacky-Weekly-August.png) (https://postimg.cc/ZCKkQwH8)
I received my August Week 1 order this morning. Excellent collation - out of my 10 sets, I got one of each ludlow and coupon back, and 4 initials and 6 guest artists. I hope this keeps up!! :great: :great:Once again unlike you, I am short one coupon back (Players #2) and one red ludlow. I can’t understand why we pay so much for 10 sets and have to get doubles? Topps should make sure we get one of every coupon and ludlow available in the set.
I take it, then, that as far as buying Wackys is concerned, this system we have now just may be the new normal when compared to buying them in, say, brick-and-mortar stores?
Once again unlike you, I am short one coupon back (Players #2) and one red ludlow. I can’t understand why we pay so much for 10 sets and have to get doubles? Topps should make sure we get one of every coupon and ludlow available in the set.
I agree. 10 packs should get one of every coupon and ludlow available in the set. You should have seen my collation when I was buying 40 sets! Sometimes I'd get 1 of 1 coupon, and 6 of another. And often, more luds than coupons.
So, after getting my August Week 1 sets at 11:15 today, my July Week 5 sets just arrived! Will open those later.
Once again unlike you, I am short one coupon back (Players #2) and one red ludlow. I can’t understand why we pay so much for 10 sets and have to get doubles? Topps should make sure we get one of every coupon and ludlow available in the set.
I should have bailed out long ago. :sad:
I wish they'd make the new sets more affordable, because I really am enjoying the new titles, and want them to continue. Axing the ludlows would be a huge help - they add no extra art or humor, like the coupons do, but they make everything more expensive.
Please note - I say this, not to be a "Negative Nellie," but in the hope that Topps might listen and realize that a reduction in Weekly set sales isn't due to a lack of willing Wacky customers, just the fact that their customers do not have unlimited disposable incomes.
My rant is clearly directed at the buying experience, not the Wackys themselves. In fact, I have been completely thrilled with these cards. Great art, great gags, guest artists, Wonkys... I have been LOVING these releases. They have truly brought a lot of Wacky joy into my life.
My rant is clearly directed at the buying experience, not the Wackys themselves. In fact, I have been completely thrilled with these cards. Great art, great gags, guest artists, Wonkys... I have been LOVING these releases. They have truly brought a lot of Wacky joy into my life.
I worry that the artists, or Topps, might read these complaints and think, "No matter what we release, these people complain about everything! Why even bother?". And I really really don't want THAT.
After spending $2000 on newly released cards, I shouldn't be missing ANYTHING. Right? I'm not crazy for thinking this way, am I?
The buying experience needs fixing. That's all. Keep them Wackys coming! :D
I also noticed two base cards (so far) that don't have the glossy front finish. I don't usually inspect each base card, but the one in front of a set was noticeably different, and I checked the others in that snap case and found another.Also had a perfect collation of coupons/luds in my August week 1
Also had a perfect collation of coupons/luds in my August week 1
and similarly pulled three cards with a matte front - two base cards (2, 3) and one ludlow (5), all from different snap cases
I forwarded the issues to Topps AND I just sent over copies of the conversation going on today to show that there are some growing problems. I also made a number of suggestions to fix the weekly sets and also for some changes to Old School which I'm going to discuss and ask opinions about in an Old School 9 thread.
I forwarded the issues to Topps AND I just sent over copies of the conversation going on today to show that there are some growing problems. I also made a number of suggestions to fix the weekly sets and also for some changes to Old School which I'm going to discuss and ask opinions about in an Old School 9 thread.
I have been able to sell all of my extra base sets. I put them together and build a "monthly set" and sell them that way. Of course, I'm selling them for half the price I bought them for 🥴..... but, they are sold! 😁
Just got my shipment of August week 1, I was suprised by a Sunday FedEx delivery honestly.yes, Sunday Fedex is the best.
I have not been buying any of the weekly product from Topps because I’m not much of a chase card collector and can’t see dropping $15 for what is to me essentially a 5-card “series”, but I am open to taking some of the base set excess off members’ hands if the price is right. My initial idea was to cherrypick favorite singles only from eBay, but I’m not seeing much volume there. If I understand the collation correctly every pack contains all 5 base cards so I imagine sellers would want to move their excess the same way and not by individual titles, which is fine. I’m mainly interested in the more recent weeks but based on all the shipping delay discussion I’m guessing I will have to wait until November to talk about September lol.
The only other thing that bothers me is all the excess base sets that everybody has now that nobody wants.
I have not been buying any of the weekly product from Topps because I’m not much of a chase card collector and can’t see dropping $15 for what is to me essentially a 5-card “series”, but I am open to taking some of the base set excess off members’ hands if the price is right. My initial idea was to cherrypick favorite singles only from eBay, but I’m not seeing much volume there. If I understand the collation correctly every pack contains all 5 base cards so I imagine sellers would want to move their excess the same way and not by individual titles, which is fine. I’m mainly interested in the more recent weeks but based on all the shipping delay discussion I’m guessing I will have to wait until November to talk about September lol.
Pat has enough base cards for this series to supply a small country with cards; so you should message her with your needs.
Pat has enough base cards for this series to supply a small country with cardsI believe the country is Wackystan.
We’re in another five Wednesday month with September. I wonder what week 5 will bring this time?
Delivery by Christmas.
Well, my luck with the 10 August Week 1 sets didn't hold up - my 20 July Week 5 sets didn't include a coupon #22 >(
I am missing #21 and #22 coupon backs for July week 5. I got 3 coupons out of 5 that were the same. What rot!
July Week 5 was a train wreck........but, my last extra coupon back is a #21. So, PM on the way.
Guest Artist: Paul Harris
I'm truly honored, thanks!
September week 1: 714 in sales. Back over 700 again, which is great to see.
September week 1: 714 in sales. Back over 700 again, which is great to see.
Glad to hear it...would it be cool if you give us a taste of your first published wacky, no pun intended?
A fellow paul
I wonder if Topps might consider adding a 15 set discount, say at $200? That would give people a better chance at getting all 10 back variations, and leave some left over for trading/selling.
I'd much rather see an option to just buy the back variations you want and spend less money. How about it Topps, can we try that for a month to see if you'd make more money that way and stop printing all those base sets for our grandkids' bicycle spokes?
it's just not the way the hobby is, the whole premise is to "collect".
Like the mini Wackys lately, it's fun to open up a cup/pack and see what you get, no guarantee you're
going to get the whole set in a few cups, and chasing for a rare title, as long as it isn't near impossible
like getting a Wonka Golden Ticket, adds to the thrill.
At least to me...
I thoroughly enjoy the collecting part when I can get a handful of stickers or minis for a few bucks. However, spending $135 to get nine extra base sets that I don't need and can't trade because everyone else has them too, then still not getting a full set of ludlows and coupons, and not getting them delivered until 4-5 weeks later so I can't buy more. That's just not collecting to me.
I bought three boxes of the Busted Brands so that I could open packs, put together a set, and keep some unopened for posterity. I spent the same amount on that one order as I have on the 19 Topps Weekly sets combined. I would spend a lot more on Topps' products if they had a better shopping option.
What are Busted brand Cards?
What are Busted brand Cards?
Paul, when can we see your card???
Here's Paul's card!
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Here's Paul's card!
(https://i.postimg.cc/BPxWn3Qc/WP-WIDE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BPxWn3Qc)
Here's Paul's card!
(https://i.postimg.cc/BPxWn3Qc/WP-WIDE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BPxWn3Qc)
Love the huge chip! I hope they correct the checklist to remove the "s" on chips. Froot Gloops is also really wrong on the checklist.Fully updated checklist now posted. Nice!
Fully updated checklist now posted. Nice!
Here's Paul's card!
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OK, I'm confused about the Wacky Initials. I guess I've been too busy to pay close attention. I've got the "Wacky" backs from July week 5, but was assuming August week 1 would continue with the next five initials. Instead, it's the first half of the Cap'n Punch puzzle. So my "Wacky" backs sit in a page with four blanks after them. Am I missing something? How are others putting them in pages?there was some discussion on this over in a BUY thread
Here's Paul's card!
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Here's Paul's card!
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fedex notice for August Week 2 just showed up. Was starting to wonder
You guys are falling behind! LOLWas heads down with no internet all day. Was driving me crazy that I couldn’t even peek at the titles
another week of great titles, and Darren's concept is beautifully done, congrats!
Lowest print run so far.
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Wallet fatigue. I truly hope they will pause the Weekly sets until January or February so we can have money for Halloween and Old School, or they might find sales for all three lower than expected, and our great new Wackys get cancelled because we don't have bottomless pockets.
Hopefully their tolerance for lower sales is there. I recall the On Demand Trump Cards were selling less than 100 and still plugging along.
... Perfect collation, 10 packs yielded one of each coupon and ludlow, along with 5 GAs and 5 Initials. Also, each pack includes an 8th card, which is a checklist for July Week 5. Much better packaging this time - they're wrapping as many as 4 packs per bubble envelope! So, for the 10 packs I only have 3 bubble envelopes. Way to go, Topps!!
...
Just received my August2002/Week2 order today with the same results. I applaud the efforts to cut down on excessive packaging and certainly enjoyed getting a full set within the 10 pack order. Keep it up Topps! And thanks to whoever here may be relaying some of our feedback to them. :bravo_2:well, received my August Wk2, but did not get a full set of coupons.
Received August week 2. It took 15 weeks, but I finally got a complete set of coupons and Ludlows. Also, my package didn't have any reduced packaging, though.I think I may never get my August week 2. It left Florida went to Connecticut then to Virginia to Arkansas, then Texas and now is in New Mexico. Doesn’t the driver know that to get from Connecticut to Virginia you usually pass through NEW YORK. I am getting sick of all this.
I think I may never get my August week 2. It left Florida went to Connecticut then to Virginia to Arkansas, then Texas and now is in New Mexico. Doesn’t the driver know that to get from Connecticut to Virginia you usually pass through NEW YORK. I am getting sick of all this.
I think I may never get my August week 2. It left Florida went to Connecticut then to Virginia to Arkansas, then Texas and now is in New Mexico. Doesn’t the driver know that to get from Connecticut to Virginia you usually pass through NEW YORK. I am getting sick of all this.That reminds me of an old Hallmark funny birthday card that said "A List of the Top 10 Things that Make Absolutely No Sense". No. 9 on the list was 'You have to connect in Chicago to fly from Denver to Dallas."
That's CRAZY! I thought it was only the USPS that was getting messed with, not FedEx.
Update: now it’s in Arizona. Expected delivery date is now 9-27.
I got two shipping notices this week. One today and one yesterday. Maybe they are trying to catch up
I'd personally love to see us talk more about the concepts, which ones
you loved the best, what tickled your funny bone, etc.
We seem to be focusing on collation, the card backs, even the occasion
gripe about pricing, and we should get back to what we love about
Wackys in the first place, the humor!
I loved the Sea Monkeys concept, I always pictured them as Punk Rockers!
Great idea by "guest artist" Pete Zies, too!
What do you all think, without being too negative, let's stay positive and
embrace all the Wacky "Wonderfulness" that we've had and continue
to do so?
I'd personally love to see us talk more about the concepts, which ones
you loved the best, what tickled your funny bone, etc.
We seem to be focusing on collation, the card backs, even the occasion
gripe about pricing, and we should get back to what we love about
Wackys in the first place, the humor!
I loved the Sea Monkeys concept, I always pictured them as Punk Rockers!
Great idea by "guest artist" Pete Zies, too!
What do you all think, without being too negative, let's stay positive and
embrace all the Wacky "Wonderfulness" that we've had and continue
to do so?
So, my September Week 3 and Week 4 orders shipped the same night. At about 10 last night, Week 3 was in Edison, NJ, and Week 4 was in Bordentown, NJ. Week 3 arrived today, but Week 4 only went as far as Edison :-\ At least they're showing Saturday delivery.
So, Week 3 again had perfect collation :great: :great: But, they switched back to individual bubble wrap bags for each set :sad:
Did you mean August weeks 3 and 4? I think someone earlier just got a september week 1 shipping notice.
So, my August Week 3 and Week 4 orders shipped the same night. At about 10 last night, Week 3 was in Edison, NJ, and Week 4 was in Bordentown, NJ. Week 3 arrived today, but Week 4 only went as far as Edison :-\ At least they're showing Saturday delivery.I received my August week 2 finally after traveling all across America. I also received the August week 3 set. Perfect collation for week 2, only double in week 3 was a ludlow. Week 4 for August is on its way along with Sept.week 1.
So, Week 3 again had perfect collation :great: :great: But, they switched back to individual bubble wrap bags for each set :sad:
Received 10 packs each from August week 3 and 4.... and, I'm back to trading for and buying missing cards. SMDHThink you need Wacky rehab.
Received 10 packs each from August week 3 and 4.... and, I'm back to trading for and buying missing cards. SMDH
Yeah, I had perfect collation in Aug wk 3 and the worst ever in wk 4!
I know the chase was part of the fun when we were kids, but we're not anymore and we're not paying a nickle or whatever. If I order 10 sets, I want everything.
as with everyone else, week 3 was perfect collation. But I did have another issue - with about half the sets, the base cards are stuck together with some sticky residue on the backs of the cards. the chase cards were unaffected. Just the base cards, stuck together in a wad.
Anyone else have base cards stuck together?
and ditto for week 4. a mess. they couldn't even provide an even split of GA/Initial cards. multiple dupes of some luds and totally shorted on others. Abysmal. Just when it looked like they had figured it out, too.
I did find, to my surprise, a super rare card! It was totally white on both sides, what a concept!That's the somewhat elusive "polarbearoid in a blizzard" sketch card, done on both sides. Congrats!
...so it just wouldn't be worth the time and effort to raise a stink to Topps' customer service.
For September Week 1, the Wonky Packages for Flabby's Juice has an Initials back instead of a Wonky back?
Received Wacky Packages Week 1 September 2020 in today's September 28, 2020 snail mail.
Maybe you'll get them three days in a row like I did. Week 1 on Friday, week 2 on Saturday and week 3 today.
For September Week 1, the Wonky Packages for Flabby's Juice has an Initials back instead of a Wonky back?
Do you think they will bother with reprinting them with the correct back, then ship a corrected card to buyers of 2 or more packs?
Do you think they will bother with reprinting them with the correct back, then ship a corrected card to buyers of 2 or more packs?
I solved this problem by placing an extra Gatorage Wonky behind The Falbby's Wonky Card so that the back of the Flabby's shows the Wonky Back. ;)
... but I will have three older never printed ANS pieces from the past coming the next three weeks including my third ever WP painting.Great to hear that those got cleared! Looking forward to them
Funny you chose Gatorage - that's the one Topps shorted me on.
Mitt's is my last new WP for the next month and half so I can focus on the Old School stuff but I will have three older never printed ANS pieces from the past coming the next three weeks including my third ever WP painting.
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That's a great card. I have to say your cards are always my favorites in these new weekly sets- great work and thank you!
Got two shipping notices this evening, glad the catch-up continues.
Are we getting an October week 1 set tomorrow?
Got two shipping notices this evening, glad the catch-up continues.Only received one shipping notice last night - for September week 2.
Are we getting an October week 1 set tomorrow?
Picky Stix painted in 2005 for ANS6 finally sees the light of day! Two more of my unused ANS stickers coming the next few weeks.
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Picky Stix painted in 2005 for ANS6 finally sees the light of day! Two more of my unused ANS stickers coming the next few weeks.You mean ANS3 in 2006. I checked it out myself.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4n6HHsnM/pickystixfinalsmall.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4n6HHsnM)
September week 4: 716
September week 5: 718
Any opinions on when they might finally end these things? I'm getting tired of hunting for coupon backs, but as long as they're making them, I feel locked in and obligated to find all of them. ;D
Just a follow up to an earlier issue on the board-
When it comes to September Week 1 Wonky (Flabby's) - does everyone's have "Wacky Packages Initials" on the back or was this corrected?
The "Master Lists" Board shows the regular Wonky back.
The "Master Lists" Board shows the regular Wonky back.I need to update the Master List and catch up on September and October info.
Not only did I receive both September weeks 2 and 3 this afternoon, but both had perfect collation and I believe it included one Wacky that will absolutely become a modern day classic - Paul Harris's Wide Potato Chip!
Perfect collation here, too, for both weeks. And, they made the corrections to the checklist!
Perfect for week 2. For week 3, out of 10 sets, I got 6 coupons (4 for the set and 2 extras), and 4 ludlows. And there was inconsistency in week 3 as to whether the ludlow or coupon was matched up with the Wonky or Artist card. Usually there is consistency as to which goes with which.
Can you believe Halloween is just 2 weeks away?! Hope everyone's enjoying the Halloween themed wackys! I wonder what kind of treats are in store for the holiday ;) !
Can you believe Halloween is just 2 weeks away?! Hope everyone's enjoying the Halloween themed wackys! I wonder what kind of treats are in store for the holiday ;) !
(https://i.postimg.cc/HV5Z3RF2/facebook-1602983120540-6723398514413693619.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HV5Z3RF2)I am guilty of buying the monster cereals trio this Halloween season as well. Mine are the smaller versions though, 11.5 oz I think.
The Most Important meal of the Day!
Richard
#StayWacky
Since receiving the last two mailings from Topps on the same day, I haven't heard anything from Topps is quite a while. Nothing at all last week.
Anyone have luck with Topps in getting replacements (or even a response) for the August week #3 "Sticky" series? I saw a few people had the same trouble as I did with those cards, a sticky residue on the front. I contacted Topps back on September 29th, but haven't heard anything back.
Todd B.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HV5Z3RF2/facebook-1602983120540-6723398514413693619.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HV5Z3RF2)I didn't even know the Monster Cereals came in Family Sizes! My store only has regular sizes every year and this year I could only get Franken Berry (Count Chocula and Boo Berry sold out quick before I could get them). Where did you get the Family Size boxes, Richard?
The Most Important meal of the Day!
Richard
#StayWacky
I didn't even know the Monster Cereals came in Family Sizes! My store only has regular sizes every year and this year I could only get Franken Berry (Count Chocula and Boo Berry sold out quick before I could get them). Where did you get the Family Size boxes, Richard?
I'm still mad at General Mills for not keeping Frute Brute and Fruity Yummy Mummy on the market, even after all that trouble they went through to bring them back in 2013 (has it really been that long?).
there was some discussion on this over in a BUY thread
http://www.wackypackagesforum.com/index.php?topic=5917.msg108668#msg108668 (http://www.wackypackagesforum.com/index.php?topic=5917.msg108668#msg108668)
Here' my wacky for week 3! Concept courtesy of Pete Zies.
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October Week 2 - 754 sets.
continuing to inch back upwards, maybe from folks chasing after the coupon backs?
They really should completely ditch the ludlow, and only have coupons.
I completely agree. I've crunched these numbers before, but here they are again. With the last print run of 750, I would venture a guess that there were 60 purchases of 10 sets for 600 of those and 150 of less quantity.
If Topps would just change it to a buy what you want for $10 per base set, $10 for the Wonky, $10 for the Guest Artist, and $50 for the coupon set, they would only need to sell 210 of each to meet the same number as above. Instead of profiting only $10,350 and having to print 5,250 cards, they would make $16,800 and only have to print 2,520 cards. And everyone would be happy that they could be guaranteed to get them all for just $80/week instead of $135 and not knowing.
Think about it Topps, please from a loyal Wacky Packages Enthusiast since 1973.
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I completely agree. I've crunched these numbers before, but here they are again. With the last print run of 750, I would venture a guess that there were 60 purchases of 10 sets for 600 of those and 150 of less quantity.
If Topps would just change it to a buy what you want for $10 per base set, $10 for the Wonky, $10 for the Guest Artist, and $50 for the coupon set, they would only need to sell 210 of each to meet the same number as above. Instead of profiting only $10,350 and having to print 5,250 cards, they would make $16,800 and only have to print 2,520 cards. And everyone would be happy that they could be guaranteed to get them all for just $80/week instead of $135 and not knowing.
Think about it Topps, please from a loyal Wacky Packages Enthusiast since 1973.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hQV2t7nF/Topps-Weekly-750-run.png) (https://postimg.cc/hQV2t7nF)
I would be against this. It would cheapen the cards. If you didn't have to work for it why should you pay higher amounts for a card that could be ordered. Might as well make it a base set and charge 20 bucks. I would not participate in that though. I like the thrill of the hunt, I also enjoy calling friends to help complete the collection. If Topps did the other way then the value would only be set high near the end when the print run drops. At least now certain cards have harder to find status which helps support their value for later on. I also know that some of us are purist, and say its not about the money. Well to that I say the Ludlow backs and coupon backs have the same front as the base cards. you are collecting a made up back for perceived value.
I would be against this. It would cheapen the cards. If you didn't have to work for it why should you pay higher amounts for a card that could be ordered. Might as well make it a base set and charge 20 bucks. I would not participate in that though. I like the thrill of the hunt, I also enjoy calling friends to help complete the collection. If Topps did the other way then the value would only be set high near the end when the print run drops. At least now certain cards have harder to find status which helps support their value for later on. I also know that some of us are purist, and say its not about the money. Well to that I say the Ludlow backs and coupon backs have the same front as the base cards. you are collecting a made up back for perceived value.
just my 2 cents.
My argument against your theory of collectors not participating in a buy what you want is the print on demand single cards that many of us bought at $5 each. As long as you kept buying, you could get them all. Topps loves that concept, just look at their web site and you'll see more of those than anything else.
I can see your viewpoint, but it's completely different than mine. If I remember correctly, you're one of the collectors who likes PSAs and is constantly upgrading. That's great for you, but I don't have that kind of disposable income. I'm one that is not that concerned with condition as long as the front looks good and the border is intact. I just finished my 1st tan set with a Paul Maul that has dinged corners and graying. It would probably grade as a 3 or 4, but it only cost me $35, and I'm happy.
I've never been in it for the money, so I just want one of each, except I do agree with you on the ludlows being completely useless. I like the coupons in the weekly series because they are like my favorite set, Wacky Ads. For me, they could get rid of the puzzle backs and just print the 5 coupon backs along with the Wonky and the Guest Artist, and I'd be happy. However, I'm not going to spend $550/month to buy 10 sets with the hope of getting one of each and then having 45 base stickers that I don't want. I'd rather have saved my money for four months and bid on the recent eBay auction with 19 1st Series red ludlows that topped $2K.
I'm an old school collector and never cared about the chasers. In my opinion, that is what has cheapened the other cards. For example intentionally short printed Wonkys from the May 2020 weekly set have sold on eBay for as much as 1st Series Bandache whites.
I do like the thrill of the hunt; I think that's why we all collect. However, when I can't buy more because there's a 3-4 week turnaround between when I purchase and when I get them, it makes no sense to me to spend a lot of my money buying a pig in a poke. In the good old days, we'd buy 20 packs with our $1 allowance this week and then go back the next week and get 20 more to complete our set. However I think if I'd gotten the same 5 cards at a rate of 10x the others because there were chasers, I wouldn't be a Wacky Packages collector today.
My argument against your theory of collectors not participating in a buy what you want is the print on demand single cards that many of us bought at $5 each. As long as you kept buying, you could get them all. Topps loves that concept, just look at their web site and you'll see more of those than anything else.
Sorry for being so longwinded. It just upsets me when as a collector, I can't get a full set without spending way too much, when it's not necessary. I don't think I'm the only one on the forum that feels that way either. I've seen many more others complain about buying 10 sets and not getting all of the stickers.
So what is going on with Topps and satisfying orders???George Wright is now running the mailing operations.
I guess I will jump into the Wacky Ruckus:
KISS - Keep it Simple Stupid
1. Base Set
2. ONE Back Variations - Toooooo many with Red Ludlow, Black Ludlow, Green Ludlow, Blue, Gold, Yellow, Red, Silver, etc.
3. REALLLLLLLY Kool Chase Items
- Patches
- Wood Cards
- SKETCHES ROCK!
- Medallions
I am a completist, to a point. I agree with Dennis there is a point where the juice is not worth the squeeze, financially.
I also believe if there are Artist Bio Cards in a release, let us say 6 Artist Bio Cards, and I order 6 SETS from Topps, I should be guaranteed a COMPLETE Set, guaranteed to get all 6 Bio Cards for example.
Kick starter is a GREAT way to ensure the financial backing is there and guarantees Topps makes their money and the consumer gets what they want.
I am always concerned with a release, like the current Minis, that the distribution and execution of that is poor, which the minis are, and Topps will turn off the consumer, who MAY NOT return the next time their is a new release out of fear of continued poor execution and little hope of collection a "set", without a new mortgage payment.
I have attached below some of my favorite "Chase" Items:
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Richard
#StayWacky
October Week 4
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-october-week-4.html
Guest artist - GPK Nik
It has been 3 weeks since I received September Weeks 2 and 3, and still not even a shipping notice for Week 4, let alone Week 5. Has anyone gotten shipping notices for September Weeks 4 and 5?
Nope, I thought for a while they were catching up and had turned the corner, but once again, fooled.
Since they are behind and need to catch up - It would be smart of Topps to ship several weeks into a singular package. Saves them money and all those shipping notice emails.
What does SMOG spoof?POG juice
POG juiceThat's a good one. I've never even heard of it until now.
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We are a bit behind of ANS shipping right?
Just now received a fedex notice for September Week 4
Let's hope it's for multiple orders in one shipment!
Does Criminal Critters spoof a Fisher-Price toy?No. These are Calico Critters from Epoch
Let's be fair! With the old ANS sets, there were plenty of mutts mixed in with the really good Wackys. There was never a set where ever single card knocked it out of the park. I think these ANWS sets have had a much higher level of both artistic quality and idea creativity than in the old sets. There is no way to make everyone happy all the time, but getting a weekly fix of Wackys is a really good thing! Remember how much it sucked waiting months, or even years, wondering when you'd get a chance to see new cards? The folks at Topps should be commended for creating an overflowing cornucopia of Wackys for us! (Like that Thanksgiving tie in?) Nuff Said. - Pete
No. These are Calico Critters from Epoch
Disappointing November week 1. Art looks weak and gags are weak. C'mon guys, don't start slipping now. This series has been good quality for the most part.
Calico Critters started in Japan circa 1984, in 1986 they were released in the USA under the name "Sylvanian Families".Just the opposite- they are Sylvanian Families everywhere in the world except the USA
My September Week 4 showed up today. Worst collation I've gotten so far. 7 luds and 3 coupons, with only 2 different coupons :o
I think these ANWS sets have had a much higher level of both artistic quality and idea creativity than in the old sets.
I can think of three Lost Wackys meant for ANS1 that would do very good here in ANWS, if anyone is interested out there in doing so.
They are:
*Little Drippie Snot Cakes (which was originally intended for the lost 1992 Series),
*Snot Pockets (last time I looked, this one only needs to be completed text-wise),
*Swansong Chicken Snot Pie.
If these were released, Topps would finally have done pretty much all the finished Lost Wackys from the early days of the ANS run.
I would be fine if none of those are ever published. Save the snot jokes for GPKs.
*Little Drippie Snot Cakes (which was originally intended for the lost 1992 Series),I'd say let's snot do them.
*Snot Pockets (last time I looked, this one only needs to be completed text-wise),
*Swansong Chicken Snot Pie.
I would be fine if none of those are ever published. Save the snot jokes for GPKs.
I'd say let's snot do them.Why snot?
Why snot?That's right! Honka Picky Stix was done; why not these three? I see no difference here whatsoever. If that one can do it, these three can do it!
Just received a September week 5 notice
Hey, I'm still waiting for September Week 4....
Stinkies?
Never heard of that one
My September Week 4 showed up today. Worst collation I've gotten so far. 7 luds and 3 coupons, with only 2 different coupons :o
November Week 1 sales: 644
Here's my card for this week: Geese's Peanut Butter Ducks!
(https://i.postimg.cc/23033dz7/WP-Geeses.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/23033dz7)
I also notice Spoilment Gum features the Wormy Packages worms!or are they the Scare Deal notebook worms???
Featuring the Ducko Cement duck!
I also notice Spoilment Gum features the Wormy Packages worms!
That's right! Honka Picky Stix was done; why not these three? I see no difference here whatsoever. If that one can do it, these three can do it!
It's not that it can't be done, it's that I wish snot jokes were left out of wackys. If you enjoy those, great. If they get too common in these weekly series, Topps will lose at least one customer in me.I understand where you're coming from here. However, I think if Topps can just get these three, and only these three, out of the way once and for all, then they can do whatever they want with the ANWS from that point onward. I don't think there's going to be any more jokes of that kind left over after that.
It's a barrage of Wackys!I had two notices this morning, October week 1 and 2. Different packages of course.
Awakened to find a shipping notice from Topps, though it is for October Week 2 :o
I had two notices this morning, October week 1 and 2. Different packages of course.
Meanwhile, my September week 5 is still taking a tour of Atlanta
I understand where you're coming from here. However, I think if Topps can just get these three, and only these three, out of the way once and for all, then they can do whatever they want with the ANWS from that point onward. I don't think there's going to be any more jokes of that kind left over after that.
According to lostwackys.com (and the pictures are in the Lost Wackys section of the site if anyone wants to look at them (the only exception on this first list is the last one)), these are the Wackys from the ANS run that were finished but, for a long time, were never/still haven't been published:
1. Little Drippie Snot Cakes,
2. Snot Pockets,
3. Swansong Chicken Snot Pie,
4) 3 Racketeers*,
5. Marshmallow Creeps (with purple Creeps)*,
6. Twits*,
7. Hi-Sea*,
8. Honka Picky Stix*,
9. Snore Caps*,
10. Elapse Gum*,
11. Maximum Security*
All but the last two came from ANS1-ANS3. The last two came from ANS6.
I've marked the ones that have been released already with an asterisk. Only the first three remain unreleased (but, hopefully, not for long).
There were also two more from ANS4, but unfortunately, just like Maximum Security from ANS6 in the first list, there are no pictures for either of them on the site. They are:
1. Cream of Meat,
2. Erbal Essence (I'm presuming that's how it's spelled; it might be misspelled on the site, but I'm not sure. Can anyone help me out with this one?)
In addition, there are three others on the site which, I've been told, were never intended to be released as Wackys at all (there are pictures of them, however, in this case):
1. Bacteria,
2. Usneeze,
3. Miracle Warp
I wonder if any one of the unreleased John Pound and/or Tom Bunk and/or Pat Piggot 1992 Wacky Packages entries will make the Wacky Packages weekly series as a GUEST ARTIST OF THE WEEK entry?The first possibility would be a great idea! I never even thought of that, to tell you the truth. Topps could finally get most, if not all, of the lost 1992 Wackys published at last except, of course, for the four Disney ones - De'Ja Vu Master Sickey Mouse Viewer and the three VHS tapes, Bimbo, Buck Tales and The Little Barmaid (especially The Little Barmaid, if you've seen what that one looks like).
Also: I guess the planned for ANS6 "Start Wars" nor any unreleased Star Wars Wacky Packages entries will never make the Wacky Packages weekly series since Topps still has a C&D from Disney, owners of Star Wars.
The first possibility would be a great idea! I never even thought of that, to tell you the truth. Topps could finally get most, if not all, of the lost 1992 Wackys published at last except, of course, for the four Disney ones - Deja V'u Master Sickey Mouse Viewer and the three VHS tape ones, Bimbo, Buck Tales and The Little Barmaid (especially The Little Barmaid, if you've seen what that one looks like).
http://www.lostwackys.com/wacky-packages/lost-wackys/1990s/little-barmaid.htmThank you!
Same here, notices for October weeks 1 and 2, but no September week 5 yet.
Just got October Weeks 1 and 2, but still no September Week 5.
Me too, first time I've received things out of order.
It's weird you guys are missing your September week 5. I got that one today, but no October sets yet.my week 5 got sent directly to Atlanta, and has now been shuffled around to four different depots around the city. Going nowhere for 5 days straight. Expected delivery date has already slipped a couple of days. Feels like FedEx is having issues with their system.
my week 5 got sent directly to Atlanta, and has now been shuffled around to four different depots around the city. Going nowhere for 5 days straight. Expected delivery date has already slipped a couple of days. Feels like FedEx is having issues with their system.
My September week 5 is bouncing around like a pinball between NJ and PA. October weeks 1 and 2 arrived today.There’s been so much of this reported by members buying the weekly sets and tracking their purchases, and it doesn’t seem to have improved in the slightest over the 6-7 months that the ANWS has been in existence. Delays based on the lead time needed to actually produce the sets is one thing, but what’s all the nonsense with shipments bouncing around randomly from place to place? Regular mail is still pretty much working, Amazon orders still arrive in a few days, and so on. What is causing these Topps shipments to take these convoluted routes? Has Topps offered any explanation at all for why this is happening?
There’s been so much of this reported by members buying the weekly sets and tracking their purchases, and it doesn’t seem to have improved in the slightest over the 6-7 months that the ANWS has been in existence. Delays based on the lead time needed to actually produce the sets is one thing, but what’s all the nonsense with shipments bouncing around randomly from place to place? Regular mail is still pretty much working, Amazon orders still arrive in a few days, and so on. What is causing these Topps shipments to take these convoluted routes? Has Topps offered any explanation at all for why this is happening?
This wasn't really happening to me at the beginning, just seemed to start about 6 weeks ago. Perhaps we should now call Smartpost Stupidpost?Ah, that’s probably the issue right there. I haven’t received many packages via SmartPost to notice any discernible trends, but I’m guessing they probably offered the cheapest rates to Topps, leaving their customers to deal with the incompetence that follows.
My September Week 5 shipping notice came on Tuesday, 11/10. It left PA at 12:43 pm yesterday, and still hasn't arrived anywhere....... Tracking shows it will be here tomorrow, 11/18.
November week 3
Guest artist: Mike McHugh (who is not SUS)
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-november-week-3.html
#12 looks unfinished - left out the details on the toothpaste?? getting sloppy :'( :'(
#12 looks unfinished - left out the details on the toothpaste?? getting sloppy :'( :'(
And for the guest artist: Amongus Beans - is that a spoof on a generic package of jelly beans (Think back to Decay toothpaste in original Wacky Packages sticker series 11)?
#12 looks unfinished - left out the details on the toothpaste?? getting sloppy :'( :'(
Anyone else have really bizarre results with October week 1 or 2? In October, I started ordering 11 sets rather than 10 in the hopes of needing to scrounge for less coupons. That strategy worked well for week 1. I received all 5 different ludlows and all 5 different coupons with one extra. But i paid for my luck with week 2. Nine ludlows and didn't even get all 5 different ones. Only two coupons.damn, that sucks!
Jeez!
#12 looks unfinished - left out the details on the toothpaste?? getting sloppy :'( :'(Yep, looks like it was posted unfinished. Brent Engstrom has posted the finished version
I would love to comment on what I received in October weeks 1 and 2 but my sets still haven't arrived. To get to PA, they've gone from FL to GA to MD and have now been stuck in WV for days. Sure makes trading for or buying missing cards tough when you don't know what you have or need :(
Here's my fashionably late entry "Forest Flakes" for late-night forum fans.
(https://i.postimg.cc/GBVJpmKw/WP-Flakes.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBVJpmKw)
Here's my fashionably late entry "Forest Flakes" for late-night forum fans.
(https://i.postimg.cc/GBVJpmKw/WP-Flakes.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBVJpmKw)
Here's my fashionably late entry "Forest Flakes" for late-night forum fans.
(https://i.postimg.cc/GBVJpmKw/WP-Flakes.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBVJpmKw)
Yep, looks like it was posted unfinished. Brent Engstrom has posted the finished version
(https://i.postimg.cc/JG1vvQtM/0-C6-C0-AA8-3934-4-BD1-BF86-241-B4-CCE111-C.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JG1vvQtM)
Whewww - I was worried - Good Job Brent - much better...Wackatized!!!
The latest image updates are now on Topps.com
I have received shipping notice for Oct week 3 and 4
(https://i.postimg.cc/w1cxzfTW/Screen-Shot-2020-11-18-at-6-20-56-PM.png) (https://postimg.cc/w1cxzfTW)
The parody (which, incidentally, looks PhotoShopped like Charles Barnard's creations) is also centered around an online game, Among Us, (that I never heard of until now when I did some digging.)
(https://i.postimg.cc/47KTYBsR/promofinal.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/47KTYBsR)
Who bought 10 sets and was unlucky enough to get TEN Oct #9 ludlow marathings? ;D
If one looks in the trading post thread, everybody needs that card.
It defies the odds......
Who bought 10 sets and was unlucky enough to get TEN Oct #9 ludlow marathings? ;D
(NOTE: Sorry, it wasn't ME!!!!! Was being sarcastic)
If one looks in the trading post thread, everybody needs that card.
It defies the odds......
It does seem like FedEx is having significant issues. Finally received a staus today, estimating I won’t receive October week 3 until next Monday.
Same status as my order for Halloween postcards, next Monday - which is frustrating. My HP order was in two pieces and I received the sets sent via USPS today! What’s the dang holdup with fedex?
It does seem like FedEx is having significant issues...What’s the dang holdup with fedex?(https://i.postimg.cc/D8ZF0kyy/fedup.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8ZF0kyy)
(https://i.postimg.cc/D8ZF0kyy/fedup.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/D8ZF0kyy)absolutely!
Here's my first card back since two months I think: Mr. Goonbar (from one of my roughs back in 2006 for ANS)I checked it out on lostwackys.com; it's ANS5, right?
(https://i.postimg.cc/G8YNYJRR/wp-weeklymrgoonbarfinalsmall.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G8YNYJRR)
If one looks in the trading post thread, everybody needs that card.yes, it does defy the odds seeing just how many of us need the #9 Marathing Ludlow.
It defies the odds......
yes, it does defy the odds seeing just how many of us need the #9 Marathing Ludlow.
So I gotta ask - does anyone actually have this card?
Not me, but several people have asked me for it.
Marathing was not one of them. You think, possibly, Topps omitted it?yes, that's what I'm wondering. None on ebay, and all of us have it on out Want Lists? Very SUS!
But the average is the lowest it has ever been now - 777. It's looking like an exponential decay.Would be interesting to see a moving average using just the prior 6-8 weeks? Would get rid of the early spikes for the later weeks
(https://i.postimg.cc/Bj3FQPRd/Wacky-Weekly20201118.png) (https://postimg.cc/Bj3FQPRd)
December week 1
Guest artist. Chris Mason
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-december-week-1.html
A gentle reminder that not everyone celebrates Xmas. Could go for a nice blue and white themed card. ;-)
Finally received October week 3, and it's the worst collation yet for me.
Far more GA than Wonkys. And of course, not only were all the GAs paired with a Ludlow, but one of the Wonkys was paired with one as well.
And to top it off, one set was short a base card, and had an extra Ludlow in its place.
Swimming in ludlows!
Where's my coupons???
Would get rid of the early spikes for the later weeks
Apparently a unicorn was spotted and sold on eBay today:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/9-MARATHING-Ludlow-Back-2020-Topps-Wacky-Packages-OCTOBER-Week-2/254797495026?hash=item3b531d3af2:g:ER0AAOSwrVRfySbY
Apparently a unicorn was spotted and sold on eBay today:Can I ask what was so Unique about this one?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/9-MARATHING-Ludlow-Back-2020-Topps-Wacky-Packages-OCTOBER-Week-2/254797495026?hash=item3b531d3af2:g:ER0AAOSwrVRfySbY
Can I ask what was so Unique about this one?
While I love the weekly series, I must say that Topps had a "Jump The Shark" moment in October as cards 11 and 12 are both parodies of Snickers. Not sure what they were thinking there. In addition, card #12-Creeps is a basically a reissue of Creeps for ANS2. The only difference is the color from Yellow (ANS2) to Purple for Oct-Week 3. I don't mind if they do parodies of the same products, but not back to back. Also, I want to continue to see Original parodies and not ones that have been used in the past.
Can someone please post what the Wonky and GA were for Dec Week 1? It's no longer on the Topps site that I could find.Quite often the Master List has this info.... 🥺
Andrew
December week 2
Guest artist Rory McQueen
https://www.topps.com/cards-collectibles/online-brands/2020-topps-wacky-packages-weekly-series-december-week-2.html
Thabk you, but about Rory McQueen's contribution, what is Slippi spoofing?From Rory. Apparently a very hot toy this season
From Rory. Apparently a very hot toy this season
(https://i.postimg.cc/R69vz9cX/10-E447-E6-10-C2-4164-8-E76-CCA177-A12032.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R69vz9cX)
Who is Blippi anyway?
Google is your best friend...use it.
Jim
Doesn't Google track everything you search for? I usually use Duck Duck Go.and then they sell it to marketers
and then they sell it to marketers
...who sell us services to protect our privacy
And Microsoft keeps overriding my chosen default of DuckDuckGo as a search engine and changes it to Google.........
I would think they'd change it to The Machine that Goes Bing.
Quite often the Master List has this info.... 🥺
http://www.wackypackagesforum.com/index.php?topic=4823.msg110012#msg110012
I know only 25 people have filled out the poll so far, but I find it surprising (or maybe not) than no one prefers the way Topps is selling these with Puzzle, Coupon, and Ludlow backs.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Sjk8GDHS/ANS-Survey-202012101258.png) (https://postimg.cc/Sjk8GDHS)
Here's mine, from a Pete Zies gag. Not posted for some reason.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJ3Yjn16/wp-weeklyhohohosfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJ3Yjn16)
Here's mine, from a Pete Zies gag. Not posted for some reason.
(https://i.postimg.cc/RJ3Yjn16/wp-weeklyhohohosfinallogo.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJ3Yjn16)
Nice artwork as always, but is that text with the arrow "How Santa got his bowl full of jelly" really on the card? Seems like the gag should stand be itself without some explanatory blurb, right?
Pete wrote it so I included it. There is a red tag line with an arrow pointing the the cake in an obvious description. I assume that's what he was going for.
(https://i.postimg.cc/R3Cy90wR/81-MFs7m4a-LL-SL1500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3Cy90wR)
Here's the wonky for the week, "Block Wheels"!
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z0Sbn9VJ/wp-wonky12-3.png) (https://postimg.cc/Z0Sbn9VJ)
Obviously, I'm a fan of this!
Just received December week 2 shipping notice!Received my Topps shipping notice for Week 2 last night, and then the FedEx notice today. It’s always been the other way around for all my other orders. Not sure if this is good or bad sign for delivery schedules
Last set for 2020, but don’t worry!
“Check back January 13th for the first release of 2021”
December Week 3 sales: 680
I just don't get the pooping fascination. I guess the kids love it. We bought our grandkids Squeaky the balloon dog for Christmas, and he electronically pees or poops after you fill him with air.
So, there was no December Week 5 set, right?Right, a couple weeks off (unlike GPK, which is churning along through the holidays)
Right, a couple weeks off (unlike GPK, which is churning along through the holidays)
“Check back January 13th for the first release of 2021”
A break is truly appreciated. Maybe they can get us the rest of the December sets before starting the 2021 sets.
December week 4 sales: 658, to close out the year.
We’ll see what 2021 brings us starting next week.
Just received shipping notice for December Week 3.Same!
Nothing this week, right?
The artwork for December Week 4 is great - but I had no idea what the "Sorta Slo Flamingo" was all about. So I looked it up and found this. How crazy is this for a toy?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-St1REyjxM
It's slated to return next week.3 weeks would be an odd number to have.
There could be only 3 weeks of January 2021 Wacky Packages entries.
I got two shipping notices for Week 4. I hope I didn't accidentally order two sets. Guess we'll find out.
I am beyond upset. I had decided to spring for 40 sets of December Week 4 because of the special "Thank You" Wrapper card, but looking at my orders just now, there's nothing. Perhaps this is a sign to stop buying these completely. And, at least I saved a ton of money.
Maybe I'll finish out 2020 if someone here can sell/trade me two Week 4 base sets and Wrapper cards.
Pat, if I receive my orders, and you still want, I'll be happy to do so!
On Saturday, tracking showed that my December Week 3 would arrive yesterday. Yesterday it said today. But, the package is still bouncing around in PA since Friday, and now it shows tomorrow for delivery.
Sounds like a potential Star Trek title, "Yesterday is Tomorrow." :] Of course, I won't be surprised if it doesn't get renamed to "Yesterday is the Day After Tomorrow." ;)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomorrow_Is_Yesterday
On Saturday, tracking showed that my December Week 3 would arrive yesterday. Yesterday it said today. But, the package is still bouncing around in PA since Friday, and now it shows tomorrow for delivery.
Mine too, but it's been bouncing around in southeastern Virginia since the 9th. I think the USPS is messing with me. When I don't get any mail on a Monday, then something's wrong. Also, I keep getting Black Friday circulars that expired in late November. I guess that's what happened to my stimulus check too. >(
there's always "All Our Yesterdays" and "Return to Tomorrow" :PAnd, of course, the immortal words: "Today is tomorrow's yesterday".