Is It worth It ??

Well guys, I have been in a fight for a "Brisby Plushie" on E-bay, 2 days to go and it is a battle we are up to 30 bucks now :shock:

I have never seen or snuggled a real one, My job gives me moola to spend, but a 12 inch Brisby ?

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a86/desmouse/briz01.jpg[" alt=""/img]

Is the fight sane :? , as for me till the bitter end .
Should I kick buns or what ?

Well, for starters you should resist continuing a bidding war. It only tends to get out of hand if both people -really- want the item. It's better to let the person out-bid you, then a few hours/minutes/seconds before the auction ends, put in a substantial bid. Namely the most you're willing to spend, depending on how badly you want the item.

As long as the other bidder thinks he's winning for the moment, he won't likely raise his bid. Which is good for you, because you can sneak in a bid and avoid a bidding war.

As for whether it's worth $30, that ultimately is up for you to decide. Kind of hard for someone to tell you if its worth the money to you or not. As you're the only one qualified to make that decision. ;)

I see your point Xavier, I`ll lay low till then, I`m not to keen on biding, great info, I have not bought much thru E-bay, some cels and books things like that.
I remember my room mate did just that, in the last seconds of a bid he was on the computer to lay the last bid.

Oh, neato!
I've got one of those. Plus (y'all are gonna' hate me fer this) Three smaller versions and a small Jeremy. ;) I'd say it's worth it, yeah, but I agree with Xav; in the end, it's totally up to you on how much it is worth. :) And yes, bidding at the last moment is a good idea. ;)

Oh, neato!
I've got one of those. Plus (y'all are gonna' hate me fer this) Three smaller versions and a small Jeremy. ;) I'd say it's worth it, yeah, but I agree with Xav; in the end, it's totally up to you on how much it is worth. :) And yes, bidding at the last moment is a good idea. ;)

You got a Jeremy?, that is cool, but I hate you for that :lol:

It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie :)

Oh, neato!
I've got one of those. Plus (y'all are gonna' hate me fer this) Three smaller versions and a small Jeremy. ;) I'd say it's worth it, yeah, but I agree with Xav; in the end, it's totally up to you on how much it is worth. :) And yes, bidding at the last moment is a good idea. ;)

You got a Jeremy?, that is cool, but I hate you for that :lol:

:lol: Most people do! XD

Really, they made a Kitty Plusie?

It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie :)[/quote]

Who exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?

placing a very high bid with a few moments left? I think there's a term for that. I think it's called sniping.

EBAY (Weird Al song): "I am the type who is liable to snipe you with two seconds left to go..."

It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie :)[/quote]

Who is exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?[/quote]

That was used as a case in point, 30 bucks is nill, for a fav. character.
Jayn is the best on GMD,

It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie :)[/quote]

Who exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?[/quote]

I'm not sure if she has a name, but she's the lead singer in that "Let Me Be Good To You" song from the Great Mouse Detective.

No she has no name, at least no name was given in the movie but since she was in a scene in a westen salon we call her "Miss Kitty.."

So it's from the Great Mouse Detective, then. I've never seen that film, which probably explains why I had no idea who it was. Thanks for the info. :)

So it's from the Great Mouse Detective, then. I've never seen that film, which probably explains why I had no idea who it was. Thanks for the info. :)

You should rent the movie, a 1986 classic .
She has no name, but we as fans just call her Miss Kitty (she is a mouse),

in lou of a westren classic,

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/gunsmoke-c.jpg[" alt=""/img]

Any product that has NIMH in it, I'll take it. :D

So it's from the Great Mouse Detective, then. I've never seen that film, which probably explains why I had no idea who it was. Thanks for the info. :)

I can't believe you haven't seen that movie. It's a good one. I don't watch it much anymore, but it is worth renting at least. Though I'd go ahead and buy it.

Well the movie isn't well known, it was made by Disney about the same time NIMH came out.. I think it was their way of saying you made your mousie movie so here's ours.. Of course4 they discard it as a bad movie becuse it has some adult content in it..

Well the movie isn't well known, it was made by Disney about the same time NIMH came out.. I think it was their way of saying you made your mousie movie so here's ours.. Of course4 they discard it as a bad movie becuse it has some adult content in it..

I just purchased the movie over iTunes and watched it for the first time. It really is a wonderful film, although I definitely like Secret of Nimh better. My biggest complaint about The Great Mouse Detective is the villain, which is ridiculously one-dimensional compared to Jenner. That's pretty typical of a Disney film, though. I can't remember a single Disney film that had a decent villain. The musical numbers were also pretty bad. I just hate musicals, frankly. One of the things I love so much about Nimh is that it isn't a musical. I always found that musical songs in films really just get in the way of the story. The whole scene with the dancers in the bar is cute, at least.

Anyway, sorry for going so off topic. I just wanted to share my opinion of the film, now that I've seen it. :)

Well the movie isn't well known, it was made by Disney about the same time NIMH came out.. I think it was their way of saying you made your mousie movie so here's ours.. Of course4 they discard it as a bad movie becuse it has some adult content in it..

I just purchased the movie over iTunes and watched it for the first time. It really is a wonderful film, although I definitely like Secret of Nimh better. My biggest complaint about The Great Mouse Detective is the villain, which is ridiculously one-dimensional compared to Jenner. That's pretty typical of a Disney film, though. I can't remember a single Disney film that had a decent villain. The musical numbers were also pretty bad. I just hate musicals, frankly. One of the things I love so much about Nimh is that it isn't a musical. I always found that musical songs in films really just get in the way of the story. The whole scene with the dancers in the bar is cute, at least.

Anyway, sorry for going so off topic. I just wanted to share my opinion of the film, now that I've seen it. :)

I know what you mean, most song and dances can take up to 25 mins in a short animated movie and the storie line gains nothing.
The scene with Miss Kitty is great, and I wish that was the only song in the movie.( just something to hear while they where casing the waterfront bar).
I think the best Disney villain was that witch in Snow White.
As far as "Ther Secret of NIMH" no one has come close, "The Lion King" almost did.
Well anyways guys I won the Brz pushie, tho her whiskers look bad I think that can be fixed. But I will soon add her to my collectables page (NIMH junk) on my site. and also she will be hanging around at my house forever !! Sorry Nimhster :twisted:

SirShane wrote:
Whiskers57 wrote:
Jayn wrote:
It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie Smile


Who exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?[/quote]

...that's just creepy. I remember that movie, and I always remember getting the willies during that trashy girlie mouse can-can scene. Even as a young child seeing heavily over-anthropomorpized over-effiminated animals portrayed in an erotically suggestive fashion such as that always gave me the willies and made me feel a bit uncomfortable. I have to wonder how that sort of imagery affects most children, especially as they develop their sexuality later on. Do you think these kinds of films breed zoophiles? From what I've heard things like that cartoon animal Robin Hood film with that super-foxy maid Marian are what first brought about prurient interest in the furry genera.

SirShane wrote:
Whiskers57 wrote:
Jayn wrote:
It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie Smile


Who exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?[/quote]

...that's just creepy. I remember that movie, and I always remember getting the willies during that trashy girlie mouse can-can scene. Even as a young child seeing heavily over-anthropomorpized over-effiminated animals portrayed in an erotically suggestive fashion such as that always gave me the willies and made me feel a bit uncomfortable. I have to wonder how that sort of imagery affects most children, especially as they develop their sexuality later on. Do you think these kinds of films breed zoophiles? From what I've heard things like that cartoon animal Robin Hood film with that super-foxy maid Marian are what first brought about prurient interest in the furry genera.[/quote]

Do you really think this was our down fall, give me a break, Miss Kitty??

SirShane wrote:
Whiskers57 wrote:
Jayn wrote:
It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie Smile


Who exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?[/quote]

...that's just creepy. I remember that movie, and I always remember getting the willies during that trashy girlie mouse can-can scene. Even as a young child seeing heavily over-anthropomorpized over-effiminated animals portrayed in an erotically suggestive fashion such as that always gave me the willies and made me feel a bit uncomfortable. I have to wonder how that sort of imagery affects most children, especially as they develop their sexuality later on. Do you think these kinds of films breed zoophiles? From what I've heard things like that cartoon animal Robin Hood film with that super-foxy maid Marian are what first brought about prurient interest in the furry genera.[/quote]

Do you really think this was our down fall, give me a break, Miss Kitty??[/quote]
1942 sub guys just before laying off tubes would pat a cartoon character the but, harm to us ??, you think this all is to harm you and what you stand for.

SirShane wrote:
Whiskers57 wrote:
Jayn wrote:
It all demands on how for you are willing to go. I myself wouldn't go $30. but that's me..

http://webzoom.freewebs.com/desmouse/mousedet02.jpg[" alt=""/img]

And 30 bucks is not to small a price for a Kitty plushie Smile


Who exactly is that? I keep seeing this character on the internet, and I have no idea who it is. I don't recall ever seeing her on television or anything. Was she in a film or something?[/quote]

...that's just creepy. I remember that movie, and I always remember getting the willies during that trashy girlie mouse can-can scene. Even as a young child seeing heavily over-anthropomorpized over-effiminated animals portrayed in an erotically suggestive fashion such as that always gave me the willies and made me feel a bit uncomfortable. I have to wonder how that sort of imagery affects most children, especially as they develop their sexuality later on. Do you think these kinds of films breed zoophiles? From what I've heard things like that cartoon animal Robin Hood film with that super-foxy maid Marian are what first brought about prurient interest in the furry genera.[/quote]

I wouldn't call it 'trashy', really. It's just all in fun, after all. Even though the film may have been targeting children, it was made by adults - and so you have some adult humor in there as well. Personally, I can appreciate that. I don't think it's creepy at all. It's just human. Having said that, you can definitely over-do it. I believe Don Bluth once talked about this... I don't remember his exact quote, unfortunately, but he talked about how some of the most artful and intriguing things artists want to add to films are sometimes very dark and illicit. It's all about balancing it out in such a way, that you can add these things, without upsetting your target audience. I think "The Great Mouse Detective" did that quite well. Secret of Nimh certainly did a good job there also.

In the end, it's just a cartoon. Don't take it so seriously. :)

Hate to burst the bubble here, but unless you want Simon to lock this topic too, please keep it on subject. Not that I'm worried, if he does it won't be my fault, for once. :D

Hate to burst the bubble here, but unless you want Simon to lock this topic too, please keep it on subject. Not that I'm worried, if he does it won't be my fault, for once. :D

Speaking of which, is it not primarily Simon's place to give out warnings about impending thread locking? If Simon feels its nearing a place where it needs to be locked, I'm sure he will say something. He tends to be pretty forgiving when it comes to locking threads. I'd say the -only- one qualified to offer such warnings is Simon. ;)

Hate to burst the bubble here, but unless you want Simon to lock this topic too, please keep it on subject. Not that I'm worried, if he does it won't be my fault, for once. :D

Speaking of which, is it not primarily Simon's place to give out warnings about impending thread locking? If Simon feels its nearing a place where it needs to be locked, I'm sure he will say something. He tends to be pretty forgiving when it comes to locking threads. I'd say the -only- one qualified to offer such warnings is Simon. ;)

He was just tryin' to help, Xav. ;)

Is it going off topic when you compre too movies because that's is going on.. I don't think so but if it is then sorry.. Also I think we should be able to talk about other things other then NIMH all the time..

He was just tryin' to help, Xav. ;)

I never indicated otherwise. Just suggesting that Simon's wishes or intentions be left expressed by Simon. :)

Anyway, back to our regularly scheduled programming. ;)

I was merely noting that we were comparing two movies when the topic is about a Brisby plushie they were selling on EBAY. It doesn't seem to be quite on topic for me, but as you said I'm not Simon. I only said he might see fit to lock it since the bid is over. :|

P.S. any reason why everyone sees fault in everything I say or does is everyone a critic? :?

I guess I'd better weigh in on this.

To Cedric and everyone else: Xavier and I are the moderators on this board. If you see something that doesn't look right, let us know via private message or email. Keep in mind that I keep a close eye on the forum and I see every post made here. If I feel that something is going wrong, I'll most likely put a stop to it before you even notice it. That said, I appreciate your concern. I'm not so much worried about off-topicness here in General Discussion. I may step in on a thread that's straying from its original topic but only in certain cases. And don't worry, Cedric, I know you meant well.

In any case, please leave the moderating in the hands of the moderators, and contact us directly if you have a concern. You may also consider contacting other posters directly through the private message system, if you'd like.

And now, back to your regularly scheduled thread.

Another Brisby plush has appeared on ebay. I already have 2, one with a tag, so I don't need to go after it :)

There seems to have been a handful of them lately.

$30 isn't too much. Getting to $50 is a little overboard as there will always be another one to go after. And I've managed to get 2 over time from $13-$20 and a mini Brisby.

See:
http://other.toonguru.com/Brisby_Plush.jpg[" alt=""/img]


And slightly off topic, but on topic with the off topic of this topic :) I just got this cel a week or so ago for $99 shipped and matted, well worth the price :)

[img="]http://other.toonguru.com/Kitty_Cel.jpg[" alt=""/img]

These are on ebay as of this post. Could any one take a look at these when they get a free moment and tell me if they are genuine?

Link 1[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061507394QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 1

Link 2[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061508256QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 2

Link 3[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061508833QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 3

Link 4[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061509221QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 4

Theres a place here in NC that specailizes in selling and showcasing retro animation cells. Ill edit with a link when I can find it. The prices range from very cheap to way into the thousands. They have a gorgeous Mrs. Brisby cell that Im currently saving up for.

edit: I really like your NIMH collection, TimothyB. Very nice :wink:
and heres the place in NC- http://www.seasideart.com/

Edit by Simon - Shortened the links to prevent sideways scrolling

These are on ebay as of this post. Could any one take a look at these when they get a free moment and tell me if they are genuine?

Link 1[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061507394QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 1

Link 2[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061508256QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 2

Link 3[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061508833QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 3

Link 4[=http://cgi.ebay.com/DON-BLUTH-SECRET-OF-NIMH-ORIGINAL-ANIMATION-DRAWING_W0QQitemZ110061509221QQihZ001QQcategoryZ1532QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Link 4

Theres a place here in NC that specailizes in selling and showcasing retro animation cells. Ill edit with a link when I can find it. The prices range from very cheap to way into the thousands. They have a gorgeous Mrs. Brisby cell that Im currently saving up for.

edit: I really like your NIMH collection, TimothyB. Very nice :wink:
and heres the place in NC- http://www.seasideart.com/

Edit by Simon - Shortened the links to prevent sideways scrolling

I think they are real, but no way to tell. But at $5 each it's not like you have anything to lose.

Are you looking at the Brisby cel of her looking up at the Stone, or the medicine part?

I've seen the stone one relisted here:
http://www.animationartgallery.com/SNCCCD5.html

Don't worry, I won't go after any of those, I've seen SeaSideArt for some time. Though, my heart just about dropped when they had an amazing cel of Brisby at the end of the movie with her hands wrapped, just a wonderful closeup with her smiling. I took too long and it disappeared. :(

If you are not sure the cel will last, though those have been there a while, you can always try to make a deal and layaway, so you can pay some now and more over time, to hold the cel for you. Oh, and atleast double check they have it still.

OH WAIT? You say you live where that store is and can see that stuff in person?

Yeah, Ive been there before. I havent been there since I was a NIMH fan though. They have more than what they display on their website, and I remember seeing one or 2 other NIMH cels that were never displayed on their site. I'm planning on driving up there this weekend and looking around, so If I find any gems that they dont have up, Ill be sure to take a pic of it with its price.

I'm interested in the medicine one. Its so rare that you see her happy, so those types of cels are worth more to me, and Im willing to pay a little more for them.

That website sure does have some good Brisby cels. I think Im starting to become more of a Mrs Brisby collecter than a NIMH one :wink:

That one cel you mentioned sounded like a real treasure. How long ago was it there?

On the subject of cells, a friend of mine gave me several posters of the movie last monday. I haven't gotten around to looking at them, yet. But I hope to check them out before Christmas. Maybe this weekend if I'm not busy.

............
That one cel you mentioned sounded like a real treasure. How long ago was it there?

Here's an image of the one that vanished off their site about 2-3 years ago:
http://other.toonguru.com/mrsbrisby_full.jpg[" alt=""/img]

But since then I was able to get this cel and frame it, so I don't feel too bad about losing out on that one:
[url=]http://timothyb.rubberslug.com/gallery/inv_info.asp?ItemID=111640[]http://timothyb.rubberslug.com/gallery/inv_info.asp?ItemID=111640[/url]

But since then I was able to get this cel and frame it, so I don't feel too bad about losing out on that one:
http://timothyb.rubberslug.com/gallery/inv_info.asp?ItemID=111640[]http://timothyb.rubberslug.com/gallery/inv_info.asp?ItemID=111640

That is an absolutely beautiful cell. The best i've ever seen. Congratulations to you for finding it. :)

But since then I was able to get this cel and frame it, so I don't feel too bad about losing out on that one:
http://timothyb.rubberslug.com/gallery/inv_info.asp?ItemID=111640[]http://timothyb.rubberslug.com/gallery/inv_info.asp?ItemID=111640

That is an absolutely beautiful cell. The best i've ever seen. Congratulations to you for finding it. :)

Thanks, but it was on ebay, so a lot of people found it :) There was a bidding war, but I didn't care about the price, I'd rather have one amazing cel for double the price than two good cels.

No t too long ago, I was looking at a Jenner cell on ebay. I wanted it so bad, but I couldn't afford it. :P Here's the image:

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f136/Stormy40/17_1.jpg[" alt=""/img]

I'd have to say, I'm much, much more a Jenner fan than a Brisby fan. Though when it comes to cells, it doesn't matter who I like better, I'll never be able to afford it. :roll:

No t too long ago, I was looking at a Jenner cell on ebay. I wanted it so bad, but I couldn't afford it. :P Here's the image:

I'd have to say, I'm much, much more a Jenner fan than a Brisby fan. Though when it comes to cells, it doesn't matter who I like better, I'll never be able to afford it. :roll:

Theres a Justin cel where he's hanging up Brisbys stone just after she climbed through the hole into the house to drug dragon, it's only $75.

http://www.vegalleries.com/internetspecial.html[]http://www.vegalleries.com/internetspecial.html

Just set it to Bluth for Studio, then All Types for type, hit search and you should see it. I ordered that Mouse Detective cel from there, and I believe that price includes shipping and tax. It would look better with a background though.

Wow, so many great finds.

That cel that you have TimothyB is perfect, one of the best cels Ive ever seen. I hope to aquire something just as good one day. Hopefully they will still have that Brisby cel at seasideart when I go check it out.

No t too long ago, I was looking at a Jenner cell on ebay. I wanted it so bad, but I couldn't afford it. :P Here's the image:

I'd have to say, I'm much, much more a Jenner fan than a Brisby fan. Though when it comes to cells, it doesn't matter who I like better, I'll never be able to afford it. :roll:

Theres a Justin cel where he's hanging up Brisbys stone just after she climbed through the hole into the house to drug dragon, it's only $75.

http://www.vegalleries.com/internetspecial.html[]http://www.vegalleries.com/internetspecial.html

Just set it to Bluth for Studio, then All Types for type, hit search and you should see it. I ordered that Mouse Detective cel from there, and I believe that price includes shipping and tax. It would look better with a background though.

Cool! Though I still couldn't afford it. Granny wouldn't go for it, unfortunately. :P Thanks for the help, though! :D