I Disagree that it's needy to say 'wow', if you really mean it.

Lol, the whole point is that good looking guys can go in direct. You're totally right about going straight to qualification. But in addition, I think it's ok to express your liking for a woman once she's expressed her liking for you.
Remember, it's about the way you say it. I've got away with it plenty of times, lol. The way you described it being said is straight out of AFC land, but remember, it's all to do with the intent. The reason I say 'wow' is because hey, pretty girls don't approach very often unless they are interested. I pick up on that. If I was to be blase about it, THAT to me communicates that i'm playing some sort of power game, which I'm not, because i'm genuinely interested in her and why she wanted to talk to me. And if they are the ones who are gaming/trying to play me off, well, that's their problem and not mine, because hey, they're the ones missing out!

In terms of shit-testing, yeah, you'll fail straight up if you have a dud personality. But if you've got game, I don't see what's wrong in being straightforward with a lady that approached YOU.

i agree that its all about the way you say it...

if you say "wow who are you" in the frame of * i know i am great, but you are great as well and thats a nice change to all those inferior girls and what high value you must have by coming to me and not even afraid of lowering it like that *, like "i have power, you have power" and "wow even though you have power you still come to me". in that case you are right, even qualification could be skipped (because you just did qualification thing mutually by saying "you have power i have power"), just going straight for dull talk (comfort) would work.. you dont even need game.
actually she coming to you is A1&A2 in one, and you replying is A3, on to comfort building only.
all you need is the "where are you from / whats your name" thing and exchange numbers or go on an intant date.

but then again, even with the right inner game and frame for yourself, it also depends on the inner-attitude/value of the chick... its very exceptional that the above case happens...

also on a case like the above, if you do C&F you might ruin it, because it shows that you cannot handle your power and trying to play games as if you are not used to power and trying to trick people into power games. it can come off as very arrogant, or very try-hard.. in these cases the girl would think its to overcompensate for inner wuss insecurities..

so all in all... its not easier for goodloooking guys!! its very hard to be a goodlooking guy.... if you just miss the right calibration you end up dull or arrogant or try-hard...

anyone else has opinions on this? (or great comments)

i think this is the right format:

1 * girl opens (or sends approach invitation to) goodlooking guy*

if girl is shy/timid/low-value type:
2 * simple compliment for having balls to do it * (=A3 qualification, and her opening you was already A2 attraction)
3 * go straight into comfort/rapport/fluff talk * (C1)
4 * optionally inject some C&F in C1 if things get too boring, to spark attraction back up: she's able to handle your C&F now, because she already trusts you (you couldnt have pulled it off in the beginning before some comfort first because she's too shy/timid to handle it) *
5 * number close or venue change *

if girl bitchy/testy/playing-hard-to-get/high-value type:
2 * do 1 or 2 C&F lines or negs * (A2 pump her attraction a bit more)
3 * qualify her for having balls to come up to you and withstanding your jokes/attitude (this usually works better than genuine compliments on bitchy types) * (=A3 qualification)
4 * comfort/rapport/fluff talk * (C1)
5 * number close or venue change *

so it all depends on the chick..

sometimes you might think she is timid at first and then she is bitchy all of a sudden or vice-versa, so you might have to switch between these methods during the set

so the chick's attitude guides you...she guides you what to do, but still YOU LEAD...

would love to hear what other opinions/methods there are??

Great Stuff Sky.
Just remember that at the end of the day, GIRLS WANT GUYS full-stop. If your good looking and are a social being, I cannot imagine you would do shit with the opposite sex. Think straight social proofing game.

Returning to the original post,
I have model worthy male friends, but who are totally fucking shit with people. I mean, seriously, they stand with a beer guard at the bar, all shy and shit, without showing any hint of social skills. Whereas I am making an effort to connect people, get them talking, breaking the ice, people see me and want to know who I am (especially women).

Something to me seems to make me believe that they are lacking a fundamental belief about themselves - that it's OK to be social, and they are OK being who they are in talking to people and that straight talk with anyone is better than having 'DEFENSES UP!' At the bar. (Well, MM may disagree here, but MM was really designed for non-model antisocial people. We're talking GOOD LOOKING GUYS HERE, COME ON)

Models - I would strongly advise a direct approach. "You are cute and turn me on, I would love to get to know you" any flaky response garners this response "anyone that knows me knows that I'm not the type that plays games. I LOVE to meet people, and if that's not for you then I respect that and have a good evening " But it to me, is fucking MANDATORY that you have some set of social skills and can hold a conversation. That's where some game training may be useful.

Because, having an all-round game makes the all-round player and life a lot lot more fun

For a guy who looks good, they can pull off being direct and straightforward the moment a girl compliments his personage. Its easier, for an attractive male to be a natural because there is already that base interest in his looks. However, just because you look good doesn't mean you'll get the girl. You still have to be confident.