Hero Blister - yep, those are easier, but doesn't help with the "unwashed masses" I'm dealing with - as Draugluin said - some figures have more detail than others, some you have to guess at what to paint.
Fine Detail Brush - I have been buying better brushes lately
Quality Desk Lamp - actually use two, one for the light and the other as a magnifying glass as well as the light. I find I work better in the morning when my eyes are "fresher"
Agrax Earthshade - actually using Athonian Camoshade - it goes better with the green skin

But as long as I get to tabletop standard I'm happy.