Please look over all the pictures below before voting in the poll!
6.2 brings us new models for many demons. All the warlock pet demon types have a new model datamined already, except for the Succubus, Shivarra and Observer. While this patch may not replace our warlock pets just yet, it seems inevitable for them to get an updated model. In fact, the Doomlord minion has received his model update already on the PTR.
This also means the time for feedback is now. Do we like the new demon models? Do we want them to replace our warlock pets? Do all of them represent your view of them?
Here are old and new compared in pictures. Credit for them goes to WoWHead. I'll start with the those I subjectively like most, to those I like least. But your own view on them is very welcome!
Doomlord:
The old model is removed from the database already, so this is the new Doomlord now and forever, hence me using a screenshot rather than a model picture of the old one. There are some changes to the model/armor but overall everything seems an improvement over the last one.
Felguard:
Most detail of the model remains the same. Though higher in quality, the armor seems a little less detailed. Still, pretty good upgrade.
Imp:
The new Imp is perhaps the most perfect conversion of the old model. Sharper features, but it's definitely still the same imp as before.
Wrathguard:
Model hasn't changed too much, but has gotten a whole new armor. The new one seems cool enough, though the belt does clip through the leg a lot.
Infernal:
The Infernal has undergone much reshaping. The chest is no longer hollow. It has gained fingers, but lost a lower jaw. It now has massive stone shoulderpads. It looks impressive. But it doesn't look much like the old one.
Felhunter:
Changed most of all is out magic-devouring friend, the Felhunter. While both are red with quills, the new one is a sleek skullhound. The old version is a somewhat furred almost reptilian creature with a maw full of teeth. Most noticeable, the Felhunter's iconic "tusks" and the magic-draining tendrils are completely missing in the new incarnation.
Succubus/Observer/Shivarra:
Missing for now.
Personally I like most of them, except for the Felhunter and Infernal. They aren't so much a model update, as they are a complete reimagining.
These are the traditional appearances of these demons.
That's the iconic look for me. It's not a felhunter without the magic sucking tentacles.
But that's just my opinion. What is your view on the new demon models? Would you like them to replace the Warlock pet models? Which ones do you like/hate?