First off, I agree about the marketing. I think it could be a lot better. Hopefully, they'll up their ante after Volcano opens.
Secondly, AoV is not awful. It was an amazing show, much better than the stagnant B&T we've been getting the past few years, although 25's show was damn good. 26's B&T was just atrocious.
Thirdly, I am excited for these IP's, some are new, so yes, there are surprises, at least for me.
A&D are doing a damn good job with the event so far. Don't knock it until it's here.