Here's a really cool look into the process for selecting characters for a toy line, specifically Minimates:
http://www.artasylum.com/blog/2008/08/the-secret-behind-secret-invasion-minimates/
I feel a lot better about this set after reading this. I'm still annoyed that two of my most wanted 'mates- Yellowjacket and Captain Marvel- weren't included in this set despite the prominent roles they play in the story. But a little less annoyed.
