While there is a lot of great stuff already released, there is SO much cool stuff available on preorder now or coming in the future! Now is a great time to jump onto the lines!
This is what makes Mythic Legions great. And yes simple paint aps make a big difference. For example, take a knight head painted to match a silver dwarf. And you end up with a dwarf paladin to lead a squad of dwarf troop builders. Alternately use a barbarian head, and you have a runic knight to lead your troops.