@moz: the problem is, you're comparing simple edits with custom work.
Edits are important, but just to learn some basic spriting techniques. They aren't meant to be used in games or submitted.
Having some base to lean on when making some work is good when you don't have enough experience or self-satisfaction (which I've said before).
basically, it'll depend on the person doing the sprites. Some don't need to edit, others do.
EDIT: I couldn't agree with you more, Chris2Balls.
Edits are important, but just to learn some basic spriting techniques. They aren't meant to be used in games or submitted.
Having some base to lean on when making some work is good when you don't have enough experience or self-satisfaction (which I've said before).
basically, it'll depend on the person doing the sprites. Some don't need to edit, others do.
EDIT: I couldn't agree with you more, Chris2Balls.