i've never been a big fan of DS, because the interface is just not user-friendly to me. It is the first 3D app I ever owned, and it is what got me started in modeling.  I recently upgraded to DS4 because of an interest in Genesis, but working with that system made me very squeamish. I didn't like the morphing between male/female, etc. It didn't seem natural and really turned me off. I have a great affinity for my characters, and they get to be like real people to me after working with them for long periods of time. (Yes, I have no life! :D). I won't be purchasing V5 or any of the components, instead planning on making my own characters in the near future as I learn the art better. IMHO DAZ is moving more towards the creation of a distinct line that will probably add more to the bottom line in the future. It seems to be the way things are headed now...

 

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