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Zordon wrote:Will this lead to Transformers mini figures? This is why they discontinued the Kre-o line??
No and no
Yeah I don't think an explanation was ever given as to why Kre-o just ended. But I'm kind of glad in a way this Optimus Lego set is a one off. It looks amazing...
But to start a whole new line of Lego TF Minifigures would be detrimental to my wallet. I still have somewhere between 350-400 unique Kreons, and that is enough.
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I don't think there's any mystery about Kre-O, it was just not a very good product. Lego has crazy market share on building blocks and it was never a Hasbro priority. They have a few top-tier brands and product types, and Kre-O never fit.
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AcademyofDrX wrote:(...) Kre-O never fit.
Seriously though, Kre-O did do a whole lot better than Built-To-Rule (not saying much, I know) and some other lines, and did improve on itself as it went on, but like most wanna-be interlocking brick lines it simply lost steam and came to a halt. I will say I adore the cleverness of some of the Microchangers, which is the thing that set it apart from Lego.
I'm actually quite curious about the design process of this set. It must have been pretty difficult to plan a converting model like this one. Who were the people behind this?
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Jelze Bunnycat wrote:I'm actually quite curious about the design process of this set. It must have been pretty difficult to plan a converting model like this one. Who were the people behind this?
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AcademyofDrX wrote:
Jelze Bunnycat wrote:I'm actually quite curious about the design process of this set. It must have been pretty difficult to plan a converting model like this one. Who were the people behind this?
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o.supreme wrote:
AcademyofDrX wrote:
Zordon wrote:Will this lead to Transformers mini figures? This is why they discontinued the Kre-o line??
No and no
Yeah I don't think an explanation was ever given as to why Kre-o just ended. But I'm kind of glad in a way this Optimus Lego set is a one off. It looks amazing...
But to start a whole new line of Lego TF Minifigures would be detrimental to my wallet. I still have somewhere between 350-400 unique Kreons, and that is enough.
For me I lost interest when they stopped putting codes on the blind bags and I had to break down a few GI Joe sets.
Wow, I had no idea this was even a thing! Looks like it just come out a little over a week ago and already sold out everywhere but eBay for double the price. I'll have to check a few local stores and see if ones around, I don't exactly trust store local stock checkers online.
I might get Optimus, not sure, maybe just as an investment.
Emerje
it was sold out in the first 30 mins. I believe they are both exclusive to lego stores and the site.
I found regular retail listings for the Tallneck at Walmart, Target, Amazon and B&N, all sold out. I haven't seen anything suggesting it's an exclusive.
Emerje
Did you? That's cool, I didn't see anything on target when I went looking, will have to double check.
I managed to order one on Amazon today with no arrival estimate so not sure how long it'll take for them to get restock. Unfortunately they've already stopped taking orders again.
It’s odd the instructions and the box have his thigh piece upside down. But on the plus side the stickered little display title card has his thigh print correct!
While we revealed the Optimus Prime Lego set earlier in the week, there have been more announcements since and we wanted to share them with you.
Firstly, Lego released an announcement video and it stars the voice of Jon Bailey, who has played Optimus Prime several times now.
Also, we now know that this Lego set is designed by a former Transformer designer Joe Kyde. And we have a US listing on the Lego store site. This item is NOT available for preorder. It is simply being released June 1st where you can order it on the site or buy it in a Lego store. The site labels this as an exclusive. The price is $169.99 USD which is standard for a licensed product made of this many pieces.
We also have more video reviews to share with you followed by the product info from the site.
Optimus Prime. Leader of the heroic Autobots. And now an impressive 2-in-1 LEGO® build for Transformers fans. Awaken your passion for the Transformers universe with this rewarding building project for adults as you craft all the details of an iconic robot.
Hiding in plain sight Just like the beloved original, this Optimus Prime model converts from a robot to a truck and back again. Admire the 19 points of articulation in robot mode and open the chest chamber to store the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. Attach the jetpack in robot mode and place the ion blaster and Energon axe in the Autobot’s hands. Other authentic accessories include an Energon cube and optional waist panel. Add the plaque to display your passion for Transformers with pride.
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Build a Transformers icon – Enjoy quality time crafting all the details of this LEGO® Optimus Prime (10302) model Converts from robot to vehicle – Just like the much-loved original, this LEGO® Optimus Prime replica switches between a robot and a truck Authentic accessories – Relive Transformers sagas with accessories that include the ion blaster, Autobot Matrix of Leadership, an Energon axe, Energon cube and jetpack For Transformers fans – This LEGO® Optimus Prime collectible model is designed especially for adults looking for their next immersive project Display with pride – Includes a display plaque so you can pay tribute to your passion for Transformers 19 points of articulation – Explore all of Optimus Prime’s movements. Open the chest chamber to store the Autobot Matrix of Leadership Dimensions – In truck mode, the model measures over 5.5 in. (15 cm) high, 10.5 in. (27 cm) long and 4.5 in. (12 cm) wide. In robot mode, the model stands over 13.5 in. (35 cm) tall A project for adults – This LEGO® set is part of a range designed for adult building fans who love stunning design, intricate details and elegant architecture Quality materials – LEGO® building bricks are manufactured from high-quality materials. They’re consistent, compatible and connect and pull apart easily every time: it’s been that way since 1958 Safety ensured – With LEGO® pieces, safety and quality come first. That’s why they’re rigorously tested, so you can be sure that this model is robust
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Emerje wrote:Dan at Toy Galaxy said he'll likely be live streaming a build since he got a sample as well.
Emerje
I take it he was given one by Lego/Hasbro?
I wonder if "I'm close friends with Hasbro" CrimevsCrime and chums were given one to review?
Anyway, if Dan and other legit YouTubers get them, we'll probably be able to see how legit they are as they will announce that they received a review/promotional copy.
Emerje wrote:Dan at Toy Galaxy said he'll likely be live streaming a build since he got a sample as well.
Emerje
I take it he was given one by Lego/Hasbro?
He said on his most recent Friday Twitch live stream he got it from Hasbro and he's unboxed Hasbro's promotional boxes before (not just Transformers though he did get a box of Legacy stuff from Pulse a few weeks ago). He also isn't a reviewer, he's a collector and figure photographer and part time toy adjacent pop-culture historian. A couple years ago he turned his Toy Galaxy channel into a place where he uploads videos on the history of various movies, TV shows, comics, cartoons and other things that got toy lines or were so bad their toys were never released. Meanwhile his Toy Galaxy Too channel is where he now does figure stuff, usually unboxings or his quarterly 10 favorite figure purchases. Why Hasbro would send him free swag probably has a lot to do with him having over 324K subscribers TG (plus another 25K on TGT) making him one of the bigger independent toy channels on YouTube if not the biggest, not to mention nearly 37K followers on Instagram.
Emerje wrote:Dan at Toy Galaxy said he'll likely be live streaming a build since he got a sample as well.
Emerje
I take it he was given one by Lego/Hasbro?
He said on his most recent Friday Twitch live stream he got it from Hasbro and he's unboxed Hasbro's promotional boxes before (not just Transformers though he did get a box of Legacy stuff from Pulse a few weeks ago). He also isn't a reviewer, he's a collector and figure photographer and part time toy adjacent pop-culture historian. A couple years ago he turned his Toy Galaxy channel into a place where he uploads videos on the history of various movies, TV shows, comics, cartoons and other things that got toy lines or were so bad their toys were never released. Meanwhile his Toy Galaxy Too channel is where he now does figure stuff, usually unboxings or his quarterly 10 favorite figure purchases. Why Hasbro would send him free swag probably has a lot to do with him having over 324K subscribers TG (plus another 25K on TGT) making him one of the bigger independent toy channels on YouTube if not the biggest, not to mention nearly 37K followers on Instagram.
Emerje
Ironically I've just subbed to him and started diving into his videos. Managed to resurface some old toy memories thanks to hom
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ZeroWolf wrote:
Emerje wrote:
primalxconvoy wrote:
Emerje wrote:Dan at Toy Galaxy said he'll likely be live streaming a build since he got a sample as well.
Emerje
I take it he was given one by Lego/Hasbro?
He said on his most recent Friday Twitch live stream he got it from Hasbro and he's unboxed Hasbro's promotional boxes before (not just Transformers though he did get a box of Legacy stuff from Pulse a few weeks ago). He also isn't a reviewer, he's a collector and figure photographer and part time toy adjacent pop-culture historian. A couple years ago he turned his Toy Galaxy channel into a place where he uploads videos on the history of various movies, TV shows, comics, cartoons and other things that got toy lines or were so bad their toys were never released. Meanwhile his Toy Galaxy Too channel is where he now does figure stuff, usually unboxings or his quarterly 10 favorite figure purchases. Why Hasbro would send him free swag probably has a lot to do with him having over 324K subscribers TG (plus another 25K on TGT) making him one of the bigger independent toy channels on YouTube if not the biggest, not to mention nearly 37K followers on Instagram.
Emerje
Ironically I've just subbed to him and started diving into his videos. Managed to resurface some old toy memories thanks to hom
He's caused me to have a flashback or two. Really good stuff and fairly well researched.
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sol magnus wrote:
D-Maximal_Primal wrote:
sol magnus wrote:PvP has a video of Lego Optimus Prime up. In it he states that Hasbro gave him a first look at it. Does that make sense?
Not even remotely
Yet that's what he implicitly claims when he thanks Lego and Hasbro 'for an early look.' Doesn't pass muster.
Pretty sure he is using the fact that others got the set officially early to justify his other works, if he's above board this time, surely his others are above board too, right?
Either way, I am excited for this and plan to try to get him
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I imagine it's really hard to steal from the Lego factory since much of their work is automated so if anyone is sneaking out kits it would be pretty easy to figure out who.
What Hasbro's PR team cares about is view counts and subs, factory theft isn't their department.
sol magnus wrote:PvP has a video of Lego Optimus Prime up. In it he states that Hasbro gave him a first look at it. Does that make sense?
Yes, he has the most views for Transformers content on YouTube and is already on influencer lists for these topics, which is why he also got a sneak peak by Paramount for their Rise of the Beasts unveiling.
Also, this isn't a stolen copy, and the toy isn't out, so there are less options as to how he may have gotten it.
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Looks like it just come out a little over a week ago and already sold out everywhere but eBay for double the price. I'll have to check a few local stores and see if ones around, I don't exactly trust store local stock checkers online. 
Does that make sense?
