I like the idea of modular systems, buy what you want - forget the rest...with the exception of characters. As was pointed out here, Victoria 3 is not a character untill you add at least 2 more modules to be able to use her. [Same with Michael 3 I guess?] Sort of like buying a new car with a tag on the key ring that says: "In order to operate this vehicle, you need an engine--Sold Seperately". Daz is using the same marketing technique with Studio as with their Mill 3 characters, hopefully it won't require any modules up front b4 you can use the base program for the common functions of posing, rendering, etc...this would defeat the marketing strategy. I am hoping it will work hand-in-hand with Poser4 and not try to replace it. As far as Poser5, that was scratched off my 'want list' many moons ago.