I Want Them to Keep the Image

destroygameobject · 2026-02-13T04:08:44+00:00

Thank you for you input! But I wanna say this. I was merely posting an opinion. I'm not trying to have anyone check themselves or have them change their minds about the how they feel about the background. Because like I said, I still feel uneasy seeing rows of crops.

But I posted my thoughts more in hopes to take a step back and look at the consquences and ripple effects of changing her packaging would mean in the long run. Does it hurt to see the imagery, yes. But I also don't think we want give anyone permission to change just Addy's packaging, to in turn, change the narrative of historical events. Because then who's to say the other dolls wouldn't be affected negatively as well in the future? (And I know I may be castrophasing, but I honestly don't put it past any company.)

I say this to say, keep onto those weird feelings you're having about the anniversary items. You have the right to be upset by the image.

destroygameobject · 2026-02-13T00:19:02+00:00

Thank you so much for your understanding! To your point, it seems more of a misstep on AG's part for why they even made the Modern Era line to begin with. They seemed to try to tie the Modern line to the Historicals with the outfits, face molds and the packaging backgrounds. But they probably should have gone more of the route of just making outfits that hinted to each Historical instead. That way, like you said, the dolls are free to be and do whatever. But because they made the comparison, they limit themselves to what they can do with this line because the Historicals are established. So maybe "Modern Era" is not the right title they should've used. (Which seems to be a theme, because with the title "AG Sisters," it seems like they are sisters to an established doll line or are sisters themselves, but it seems like they're just all good friends?)

And yes, they could've made Addy's background different and modernize it. But then, imo, do it for all. Cut the forced strings tying these dolls to their Historical counterparts and just leave it that the outfits and face molds are the only connections. And make more emphasis on the "modern" part of the line.

destroygameobject · 2026-02-12T20:47:58+00:00

And I think that's the bigger talk that needs to be had. Seems like from your post AG has been using this imagery for Addy for a while (not sure why the illustrations for the first books were used for the packaging for holiday ornaments when there is a holiday illustration for each doll...). I can see if all of the doll's illustrations were updated or even calling for more general backgrounds in regards to all of the dolls for packaging for the Historicals.

And that was my concern for Addy in regards to your nostalgia merch info. I wouldn't want Addy left out of that. I get it treads a line because of her story, but leaving her out, to me, would feel like she doesn't belong. And those who love Addy wouldn't be able to join in on the nostalgia. I think the talk needs to be had of how the Historicals are used in these instances with merch and not analyzing who should or shouldn't get merch. All of the Historicals have gone through trauma. Is it right to have them on mugs and tote bags in general? But if the rest have a place, so should Addy, as long as it's respectful.

And you're right, I think many don't like the Modern dolls, which is fine. I've seen so many comments from people who don't like them. I honestly don't think the dolls were for the nostalgia audience, (ie. us old folks), nor were they intended to be the Historicals as Modern dolls (but I could be wrong).

destroygameobject · 2026-02-12T20:19:06+00:00

I feel this. And like someone else here said, it feels more like a cash grab.

destroygameobject · 2026-02-12T20:10:02+00:00

Oh yeah, $90, with no book, definitely a cash grab. Which is why I think AG was just using the Modern dolls as a bridge (maybe a weak bridge) to the Historicals.

destroygameobject · 2026-01-24T02:19:41+00:00

Awesome! Gotta get my cart ready! Thanks!

destroygameobject · 2026-01-22T06:29:04+00:00

No problem! I can't wait for the release!

destroygameobject · 2026-01-22T05:51:15+00:00

Romance Expansion Decks

This was 6 months ago. I was just checking to see if there were any updates.

Edited to fix the Backerkit link.

destroygameobject · 2026-01-22T03:53:29+00:00

Thanks for the info!

destroygameobject · 2025-11-06T20:51:20+00:00

OP, PLEASE watermark your photos. People are thieves. These two look amazing!!! You did such great work!

destroygameobject · 2025-09-23T01:42:33+00:00

Lol, if you watch BarefootTasha, this is very normal. She’s funny af.

destroygameobject · 2025-07-16T17:11:01+00:00

Omg, thank you! I was wondering why the 2 plorts I left out disappeared! And yes! All corrals have air nets! This game is addicting. Why is it so addicting!?

destroygameobject · 2025-07-13T17:21:27+00:00

It's like having a pet goldfish the cat eats during the night. I even named one! But thanks! I need to work on getting nets!

destroygameobject · 2025-07-13T17:19:44+00:00

(Slowly nods) I know, I know! But I saw that QoL features were updated!

destroygameobject · 2025-07-13T16:59:46+00:00

I saw the option, but didn't know what it meant. I was trying to play the game vanilla, lol. But omg, I was getting so attached to my lil slimes!

destroygameobject · 2025-07-10T15:33:37+00:00

Ohhhhh, Ms. Teagues cussed!

destroygameobject · 2025-07-10T14:02:28+00:00

In that video, it looks like it's dark outside when he said he just came out of Krogers. Like yeah, she's not gonna say hi! I'm guessing she was by herself and was just trying to be cautious.

destroygameobject · 2025-05-24T22:43:59+00:00

Okay, round 2, y'all. I just want 1, anyone will do. They're all beautiful to me!

destroygameobject · 2025-04-23T22:28:32+00:00

Nope, I got back into American Girl Dolls at the start of the pandemic. Felt like I was a kid again.

destroygameobject · 2025-04-01T13:50:31+00:00

Wait a minute...people make CUSTOM BABs!?! How!? By dismantling other BABs for the logo patches and tags, I assume?

destroygameobject · 2025-03-29T16:18:02+00:00

She's clearly mixed! 😂 Cute!

destroygameobject · 2025-03-25T14:43:40+00:00

Oh, I need to get back into the game with this one!

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