I love the concept that we are somehow irresponsible if we want Product Y, but won't buy Product X beforehand. If you want a new Ipad, are you expected to buy an earlier version first to show your respect and support?
I get the concept that Hasbro wants to see a big item do well to have confidence in producing another big item, but it is lazy and somewhat insulting to place that responsibility on the collectors. I can't think of any other examples where a company expects you to buy something you don't want before they will produce something else you do want. Isn't that extortion? How about doing some research, connecting with the fans, or even allowing pre-orders to determine your estimated volumes? That's what other major manufacturers have to do...