Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader
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Do you fans remember the Transformers Stars Wars Crossover series? Well now it's back and seemingly better than ever. Fellow Seibertronian Albatross posted an image from the Loopaza Mega Store that showed not only a listing for a new figure but an image of it too. This would be the first in possibly a new series, with a product code of 01. It is Darth Vader's Tie Advanced X1 that turns into Darth Vader. It also comed with small Storm Troopers. The MSRP is at round the $50 price point. What is really fascinating is that this toy was previously revealed to us at a recent Japanese toy show and no one noticed since it was just in alt mode. However, as the images below from the Dengeki Hobby website show, we can clearly tell it is indeed a Transformer, seeing where the robot mode parts line up in alt mode. We also see images of the Millenium Falcon at this same event but it is unclear if it would be part of the same series. Check out the images below and tell us if you are excited at this line's rebirth.
Credit(s): Loopaza and Dengeki Hobby
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Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914158)
Posted by bacem on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:04am CDT
Posted by bacem on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:04am CDT
not sure how i feel about this. the last time they did this, it didn't work that well. robot mode feels really forced, with them having lots of uninspiring kibbles. i don't have much expectation, but won't diss it out this soon either. will see how it goes first before forming my opinion. that darth vader doesn't look that bad from that pic.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914162)
Posted by Supreme Convoy on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:19am CDT
Posted by Supreme Convoy on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:19am CDT
Whoa, this looks way better than the previous Transformers Star Wars crossover toys!
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914165)
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:53am CDT
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:53am CDT
Hello temptation, we meet again.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914166)
Posted by Emerje on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:59am CDT
Compared to...
It is indeed a big improvement, but I'm not crazy about the wings hanging off his shoulders that way. It isn't really something I would buy anyway, but I do look forward to the final product.
Emerje
Posted by Emerje on October 3rd, 2017 @ 12:59am CDT
Compared to...
It is indeed a big improvement, but I'm not crazy about the wings hanging off his shoulders that way. It isn't really something I would buy anyway, but I do look forward to the final product.
Emerje
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914168)
Posted by Burn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:36am CDT
Posted by Burn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:36am CDT
Transformer characters that transform into Star Wars vehicles? You know, REAL crossover?
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914169)
Posted by Rated X on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:37am CDT
Posted by Rated X on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:37am CDT
Ewww...
Dont get me wrong, I love me some Star Wars. But dammit stay the f**k out of Transformers !!!
Dont get me wrong, I love me some Star Wars. But dammit stay the f**k out of Transformers !!!
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914173)
Posted by leokearon on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:56am CDT
TRUKK NOT XWING!
Honestly though it would be a nice idea
Posted by leokearon on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:56am CDT
Burn wrote:Transformer characters that transform into Star Wars vehicles? You know, REAL crossover?
TRUKK NOT XWING!
Honestly though it would be a nice idea
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914175)
Posted by Albatross250 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:35am CDT
I can see a Death Star imrpovement soon.
Posted by Albatross250 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:35am CDT
Emerje wrote:
Compared to...
It is indeed a big improvement, but I'm not crazy about the wings hanging off his shoulders that way. It isn't really something I would buy anyway, but I do look forward to the final product.
Emerje
I can see a Death Star imrpovement soon.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914177)
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:58am CDT
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:58am CDT
Thinking more about it, I wonder if we'll get newer characters like Rey and K-2SO? I'd love to pick up those two especially if they turned out to be great figures.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914188)
Posted by Qwan on October 3rd, 2017 @ 6:13am CDT
Okay, a K-2SO Transformer, I would buy. Something feels a lot more natural about featuring robots in these Transformer crossover lines, and I like K-2SO's character and design so I'd probably be pretty tempted - assuming the figure's half-decent of course (which given Star Wars Transformers' track record prior to this revival, might be a bit of a toss-up).
Posted by Qwan on October 3rd, 2017 @ 6:13am CDT
Autobot Roadburn wrote:Thinking more about it, I wonder if we'll get newer characters like Rey and K-2SO? I'd love to pick up those two especially if they turned out to be great figures.
Okay, a K-2SO Transformer, I would buy. Something feels a lot more natural about featuring robots in these Transformer crossover lines, and I like K-2SO's character and design so I'd probably be pretty tempted - assuming the figure's half-decent of course (which given Star Wars Transformers' track record prior to this revival, might be a bit of a toss-up).
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914190)
Posted by ExciKaiser on October 3rd, 2017 @ 6:23am CDT
Posted by ExciKaiser on October 3rd, 2017 @ 6:23am CDT
I love starwars, but never bought one of the old crossover series, because well.. they were absolutely terrible.
Lets wait for this one, if it's takara this time, there's probably hope.
Lets wait for this one, if it's takara this time, there's probably hope.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914192)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on October 3rd, 2017 @ 6:54am CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on October 3rd, 2017 @ 6:54am CDT
Well, didn't see that coming. It's kind of cool though, my first Transformers were the X-Wing and TIE Advanced crossovers, so it's cool to see an updated design. I'd totally get an X-Wing transformer if they remade it.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914193)
Posted by Kurona on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:17am CDT
Posted by Kurona on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:17am CDT
At that price point and the level of detail I'm seeing here, it's looking like MP level to me.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914195)
Posted by zodconvoy on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:30am CDT
Posted by zodconvoy on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:30am CDT
Needs a Megatron head, then we'll talk.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914197)
Posted by frogbat on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:40am CDT
Posted by frogbat on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:40am CDT
Never liked the fact they transformed into star wars characters with their heads etc. Would have rather had original characters or TF characters transform into the SW vehicles.
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Posted by galvatron00 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:52am CDT
Posted by galvatron00 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 7:52am CDT
Hoooooooooooraaaaaaaaaaaaay!! This is exactly what I need right now! Trying to pare down both collections, when I can just COMBINE them!! I always passed on the other crossover figures, the closest I was to purchasing one was the Anakin Skywalker/Republic Cruiser/Darth Vader/Star Destroyer 4-in-1. I kept seeing it at Marshall's for a nice markdown and always passed. Sort of have the regrets, it would face off against Cybertron supreme Starscream pretty well.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914214)
Posted by william-james88 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 9:18am CDT
It was Takara before too. Takara always handles the engineering. Hasbro only deals with the design of the two modes. Also Takara's own designs arent always good. Like all those Go Combiners and Beast Wars Neo Shellformers.
Thats just the standard Legends Voyager price point, its the same as Broadside's MSRP: http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail ... agecnt%3D1
Dont expect any MP level out of this.
Posted by william-james88 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 9:18am CDT
ExciKaiser wrote:I love starwars, but never bought one of the old crossover series, because well.. they were absolutely terrible.
Lets wait for this one, if it's takara this time, there's probably hope.
It was Takara before too. Takara always handles the engineering. Hasbro only deals with the design of the two modes. Also Takara's own designs arent always good. Like all those Go Combiners and Beast Wars Neo Shellformers.
Kurona wrote:At that price point and the level of detail I'm seeing here, it's looking like MP level to me.
Thats just the standard Legends Voyager price point, its the same as Broadside's MSRP: http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail ... agecnt%3D1
Dont expect any MP level out of this.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914234)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 3rd, 2017 @ 10:09am CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 3rd, 2017 @ 10:09am CDT
Wow... just when you think they were done with the line. And it looks far better than some of the later releases of the last crossover line
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Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 10:16am CDT
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 10:16am CDT
The only SW Transformer I owned was the Darth Vader one that transformed into the Death Star. Not really all 'that' good. Not bad, but I mailed it to WIlliam-James88 with no regrets. The line could've been so much better and profitable. This is an easy pass for me.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914237)
Posted by zatara1701 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 10:22am CDT
Posted by zatara1701 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 10:22am CDT
Ok, first and foremost...that looks cool. 
Second, I admit the Cross-overs were hit and miss. 99% of the vehicle modes looked good, then they kinda fell apart in their alt modes. Once they transformed it was 1 out of 3 that looked good and worked well.
That being said... I think some of us adults get a little too uppity about such things. These are TOYS! The original idea of Transformers was to have two toys in one... That's what the Cross-overs are all about...even the Marvel ones. Some pulled it off better than others, but in the end they are toys to be played with.
Funny thing is, the Star Wars Cross-overs always reminded me of Spaceballs...they did it first lol. In the end, they don't have to make sense, they should shoot for cool designs and they should be fun. That's my two cents...
Second, I admit the Cross-overs were hit and miss. 99% of the vehicle modes looked good, then they kinda fell apart in their alt modes. Once they transformed it was 1 out of 3 that looked good and worked well.
That being said... I think some of us adults get a little too uppity about such things. These are TOYS! The original idea of Transformers was to have two toys in one... That's what the Cross-overs are all about...even the Marvel ones. Some pulled it off better than others, but in the end they are toys to be played with.
Funny thing is, the Star Wars Cross-overs always reminded me of Spaceballs...they did it first lol. In the end, they don't have to make sense, they should shoot for cool designs and they should be fun. That's my two cents...
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914247)
Posted by Coptur on October 3rd, 2017 @ 11:00am CDT
Posted by Coptur on October 3rd, 2017 @ 11:00am CDT
Why can't they this star wars / transformers crossover thing right.
Instead of the TIE X1 turning into a Darth Vader Robot why not...
TIE X1 - Megatron
TIE Fighter - Starscream, Thundercracker & Skywarp
TIE Interceptor - Dirge, Thrust & Ramjet
TIE Bomber - Blitzwing
Imperial Shuttle - Astrotrain
etc...
Instead of the TIE X1 turning into a Darth Vader Robot why not...
TIE X1 - Megatron
TIE Fighter - Starscream, Thundercracker & Skywarp
TIE Interceptor - Dirge, Thrust & Ramjet
TIE Bomber - Blitzwing
Imperial Shuttle - Astrotrain
etc...
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914250)
Posted by ExciKaiser on October 3rd, 2017 @ 11:19am CDT
Are you sure of this ? I think I remember to have read they've been made by the same as titanium series, a sub-owned Hasbro company, not Takara.
The combiners Go! are awesome. Period.
Posted by ExciKaiser on October 3rd, 2017 @ 11:19am CDT
william-james88 wrote: It was Takara before too
Are you sure of this ? I think I remember to have read they've been made by the same as titanium series, a sub-owned Hasbro company, not Takara.
william-james88 wrote: Also Takara's own designs arent always good. Like all those Go Combiners and Beast Wars Neo Shellformers.
The combiners Go! are awesome. Period.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914260)
Posted by Rated X on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:24pm CDT
Posted by Rated X on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:24pm CDT
Now that I think about it, a Chewbacca Mom figure that turns into a Tauntaun would be kinda cool. And since shes a mom they can make her with a headmaster and a targermaster that turn into a little Chewbaccas. 
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914262)
Posted by william-james88 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:37pm CDT
I looked it up and turns out I have 0 evidence backing up my statement. I was assuming things but it turns out there is no word out there on Takara ever worked on Star Wars so saying that this new one is the first might be right on the nose
But I wont take back my opinion on the Go Combiners
Posted by william-james88 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:37pm CDT
ExciKaiser wrote:william-james88 wrote: It was Takara before too
Are you sure of this ? I think I remember to have read they've been made by the same as titanium series, a sub-owned Hasbro company, not Takara.
I looked it up and turns out I have 0 evidence backing up my statement. I was assuming things but it turns out there is no word out there on Takara ever worked on Star Wars so saying that this new one is the first might be right on the nose
But I wont take back my opinion on the Go Combiners
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914269)
Posted by MasterSoundBlaster on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:56pm CDT
Posted by MasterSoundBlaster on October 3rd, 2017 @ 1:56pm CDT
I hope this paves way for a Starscream and Seekers X-Wing squadron.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914274)
Posted by zodconvoy on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:04pm CDT
Ew.
Posted by zodconvoy on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:04pm CDT
Rated X wrote:Now that I think about it, a Chewbacca Mom figure that turns into a Tauntaun would be kinda cool. And since shes a mom they can make her with a headmaster and a targermaster that turn into a little Chewbaccas.
Ew.
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914279)
Posted by Ultra Magnus on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:24pm CDT
Posted by Ultra Magnus on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:24pm CDT
Yeah I feel like if they made Transformers Characters turn into Star Wars vehicles it would make more sense- OR if the Star Wars Vehicles themselves turned into completely original robot designs having nothing to do with established(non-robotic) characters, then THAT would make more sense...
That said, this Darth Vader looks pretty cool... If they do this with modern engineering it could be preeetety awesome...
That said, this Darth Vader looks pretty cool... If they do this with modern engineering it could be preeetety awesome...
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Posted by Kurona on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:34pm CDT
Oh, you were including the shipping in the MSRP in the article...?
Posted by Kurona on October 3rd, 2017 @ 2:34pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:ExciKaiser wrote:I love starwars, but never bought one of the old crossover series, because well.. they were absolutely terrible.
Lets wait for this one, if it's takara this time, there's probably hope.
It was Takara before too. Takara always handles the engineering. Hasbro only deals with the design of the two modes. Also Takara's own designs arent always good. Like all those Go Combiners and Beast Wars Neo Shellformers.Kurona wrote:At that price point and the level of detail I'm seeing here, it's looking like MP level to me.
Thats just the standard Legends Voyager price point, its the same as Broadside's MSRP: http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail ... agecnt%3D1
Dont expect any MP level out of this.
Oh, you were including the shipping in the MSRP in the article...?
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Posted by william-james88 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 3:03pm CDT
No, I dont know what is unclear.
MSRP for New Tie Fighter: 5,800
MSRP for Legends Voyagers: 5,500
Posted by william-james88 on October 3rd, 2017 @ 3:03pm CDT
Kurona wrote:william-james88 wrote:ExciKaiser wrote:I love starwars, but never bought one of the old crossover series, because well.. they were absolutely terrible.
Lets wait for this one, if it's takara this time, there's probably hope.
It was Takara before too. Takara always handles the engineering. Hasbro only deals with the design of the two modes. Also Takara's own designs arent always good. Like all those Go Combiners and Beast Wars Neo Shellformers.Kurona wrote:At that price point and the level of detail I'm seeing here, it's looking like MP level to me.
Thats just the standard Legends Voyager price point, its the same as Broadside's MSRP: http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail ... agecnt%3D1
Dont expect any MP level out of this.
Oh, you were including the shipping in the MSRP in the article...?
No, I dont know what is unclear.
MSRP for New Tie Fighter: 5,800
MSRP for Legends Voyagers: 5,500
Re: Transformers Star Wars Crossover Series Returns with Takara 01 Tie Advanced X1 Darth Vader (1914307)
Posted by Burn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 3:48pm CDT
You seem to bring her up a lot, makes you sound obsessed with her...
Posted by Burn on October 3rd, 2017 @ 3:48pm CDT
Rated X wrote:Now that I think about it, a Chewbacca Mom figure that turns into a Tauntaun would be kinda cool. And since shes a mom they can make her with a headmaster and a targermaster that turn into a little Chewbaccas.
You seem to bring her up a lot, makes you sound obsessed with her...
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Posted by dragons on October 3rd, 2017 @ 5:00pm CDT
I'm not sticking up for transformers Star Wars crossover they sucked even marvel crossover sucked worse than star wars but transformers toys are not perfect them shelves there are transformers toys that parts hanging off them and giving them big backpack I only bought one star wars crossover figure that's Death Star this series bot modes suck but vehicale modes are bettter
Posted by dragons on October 3rd, 2017 @ 5:00pm CDT
bacem wrote:not sure how i feel about this. the last time they did this, it didn't work that well. robot mode feels really forced, with them having lots of uninspiring kibbles. i don't have much expectation, but won't diss it out this soon either. will see how it goes first before forming my opinion. that darth vader doesn't look that bad from that pic.
I'm not sticking up for transformers Star Wars crossover they sucked even marvel crossover sucked worse than star wars but transformers toys are not perfect them shelves there are transformers toys that parts hanging off them and giving them big backpack I only bought one star wars crossover figure that's Death Star this series bot modes suck but vehicale modes are bettter
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Posted by Kurona on October 3rd, 2017 @ 5:05pm CDT
Oh, right, I forgot how bad the Yen > Dollar exchange rate was.
Posted by Kurona on October 3rd, 2017 @ 5:05pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Kurona wrote:william-james88 wrote:ExciKaiser wrote:I love starwars, but never bought one of the old crossover series, because well.. they were absolutely terrible.
Lets wait for this one, if it's takara this time, there's probably hope.
It was Takara before too. Takara always handles the engineering. Hasbro only deals with the design of the two modes. Also Takara's own designs arent always good. Like all those Go Combiners and Beast Wars Neo Shellformers.Kurona wrote:At that price point and the level of detail I'm seeing here, it's looking like MP level to me.
Thats just the standard Legends Voyager price point, its the same as Broadside's MSRP: http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail ... agecnt%3D1
Dont expect any MP level out of this.
Oh, you were including the shipping in the MSRP in the article...?
No, I dont know what is unclear.
MSRP for New Tie Fighter: 5,800
MSRP for Legends Voyagers: 5,500
Oh, right, I forgot how bad the Yen > Dollar exchange rate was.
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Posted by X3ROhour on October 4th, 2017 @ 3:58pm CDT
Posted by X3ROhour on October 4th, 2017 @ 3:58pm CDT
FRAK, YEAH!
boom, baby!
boom, baby!
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Posted by Va'al on October 10th, 2017 @ 1:53pm CDT
Posted by Va'al on October 10th, 2017 @ 1:53pm CDT
Thanks again to site sponsor TFSource, we have further confirmation and official images of the new Star Wars Crossover series (topical, given the hype building for the latest instalment of the new trilogy of movies right now), with the Tie Advanced X1 we previously reported on as the first figure of the line. According to the site, the Darth Vader converting figure also includes five mini Stormtrooper figures, and potentially the dark father himself, along with a lightsaber (unclear as to what size). Check out the images below!
This new line from Takara features famous star wars vehicles that transform to Star Wars figures! The first figure is Tie Advanced X1, a prototype version of the tie fighter that transforms into Darth Vader! Includes 5 mini stormtrooper figures, and presumed to include a mini darth vader figure as well as a lightsaber.
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Posted by Quantum Surge on October 10th, 2017 @ 2:21pm CDT
Posted by Quantum Surge on October 10th, 2017 @ 2:21pm CDT
Ah, this brings me back to the days of when I played with my Star Wars Transformers (along with Cybertron Prime and Crumplezone). The Millennuim Falcon was my favorite figure(s) of the line (along with Death Star Vader). While they're not the greatest figures, I still have so many memories of joy.
This new TIE Advanced Vader looks really good, and a lot better than the old one!Would love to see how it transforms, but I hope we get more figures from the line (not just from the OT, but also from the prequels and the Disney trilogy). Oh, and release them to other countries!
This new TIE Advanced Vader looks really good, and a lot better than the old one!Would love to see how it transforms, but I hope we get more figures from the line (not just from the OT, but also from the prequels and the Disney trilogy). Oh, and release them to other countries!
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Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 3:06pm CDT
Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 3:06pm CDT
Meh.. Star Wars.. Pfft!
I'll pass. Seeing as how I WAS a Star Wars fan back in the day, with Disney in charge..
Nah..
I think I am happier with Bayformers. At least there you know what you're getting. In the New Star Wars Disney franchise.. it's all rehashed BS and fan fiction masquerading as a film franchise continuation. I'd rather not go down that road.
It's a great toyline for the kiddies..
A great testament to the original series is that Hasbro and Takara are only doing the most beloved and recognizable versions.. Seems Like Kylo Freak and his cadre of wannabee Imperials are not as popular as old Anakin is..LMAO!
The original Star Wars is still king, reboots (pretenders) are out!
I'll pass. Seeing as how I WAS a Star Wars fan back in the day, with Disney in charge..
Nah..
I think I am happier with Bayformers. At least there you know what you're getting. In the New Star Wars Disney franchise.. it's all rehashed BS and fan fiction masquerading as a film franchise continuation. I'd rather not go down that road.
It's a great toyline for the kiddies..
A great testament to the original series is that Hasbro and Takara are only doing the most beloved and recognizable versions.. Seems Like Kylo Freak and his cadre of wannabee Imperials are not as popular as old Anakin is..LMAO!
The original Star Wars is still king, reboots (pretenders) are out!
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Posted by Jeddostotle7 on October 10th, 2017 @ 3:42pm CDT
Calm down, dude.
Posted by Jeddostotle7 on October 10th, 2017 @ 3:42pm CDT
skywarp-2 wrote:Meh.. Star Wars.. Pfft!
I'll pass. Seeing as how I WAS a Star Wars fan back in the day, with Disney in charge..
Nah..
I think I am happier with Bayformers. At least there you know what you're getting. In the New Star Wars Disney franchise.. it's all rehashed BS and fan fiction masquerading as a film franchise continuation. I'd rather not go down that road.
It's a great toyline for the kiddies..
A great testament to the original series is that Hasbro and Takara are only doing the most beloved and recognizable versions.. Seems Like Kylo Freak and his cadre of wannabee Imperials are not as popular as old Anakin is..LMAO!
The original Star Wars is still king, reboots (pretenders) are out!
Calm down, dude.
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Posted by Microraptor on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:07pm CDT
Posted by Microraptor on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:07pm CDT
I hope they do some new trilogy ones too.
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Posted by Kurona on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:16pm CDT
That'd be friggin' awesome! A K2-SO that turns into... something would be cool. Don't really care what; I just know that he'd fit the aesthetic so much better than a human.
Posted by Kurona on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:16pm CDT
Microraptor wrote:I hope they do some new trilogy ones too.
That'd be friggin' awesome! A K2-SO that turns into... something would be cool. Don't really care what; I just know that he'd fit the aesthetic so much better than a human.
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Posted by Qwan on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:27pm CDT
Much like the Star Wars constraction sets from Lego; if you're going to make a line with robot-like designs, it only stands to reason that robotic (or armored - see the Fetts, troopers, and often Vader himself) characters will look infinitely better than weirdly human ones.
Posted by Qwan on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:27pm CDT
Kurona wrote:Microraptor wrote:I hope they do some new trilogy ones too.
That'd be friggin' awesome! A K2-SO that turns into... something would be cool. Don't really care what; I just know that he'd fit the aesthetic so much better than a human.
Much like the Star Wars constraction sets from Lego; if you're going to make a line with robot-like designs, it only stands to reason that robotic (or armored - see the Fetts, troopers, and often Vader himself) characters will look infinitely better than weirdly human ones.
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Posted by Carnivius_Prime on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:27pm CDT
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:27pm CDT
oh not again. Was a stupid idea the first time round. And I ain't just saying that cos I kinda loathe Star Wars these days. Also that Millenium Falcon turned into two very creepy Chewie and Han robots... Hated that damn thing.
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Posted by zatara1701 on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:48pm CDT
Posted by zatara1701 on October 10th, 2017 @ 4:48pm CDT
Ok....the only feedback I have is this:
1) It looks pretty cool. Final judgment once stock photos are presented.
2) Being a die hard Star Wars and Transformers fan I have to say I'm a tad disturbed with a handful of the comments...Yes, we are all entitled to our opinions. Yes, those opinions can and may differ...that being said, some of y'all need to chill out.
How bout we take the emotion and hating from 11 down to like 3?!? I love my collections, I love my toys.... I'll say that again, I love my TOYS. Toys are the heart of all this...us older collectors may enjoy these for nostalgia's sake, but in the end these are toys for children...Toys that will create memories and fun just like our first toys did.
So all you Atomic Bombs of negativity out there...tone it down.
1) It looks pretty cool. Final judgment once stock photos are presented.
2) Being a die hard Star Wars and Transformers fan I have to say I'm a tad disturbed with a handful of the comments...Yes, we are all entitled to our opinions. Yes, those opinions can and may differ...that being said, some of y'all need to chill out.
How bout we take the emotion and hating from 11 down to like 3?!? I love my collections, I love my toys.... I'll say that again, I love my TOYS. Toys are the heart of all this...us older collectors may enjoy these for nostalgia's sake, but in the end these are toys for children...Toys that will create memories and fun just like our first toys did.
So all you Atomic Bombs of negativity out there...tone it down.
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Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:12pm CDT
Hey, I'm just having fun there. You may have misinterpreted it. Sorry if I presented it in a way that makes it seem like I was actually ranting..lol
Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:12pm CDT
Jeddostotle7 wrote:skywarp-2 wrote:Meh.. Star Wars.. Pfft!
I'll pass. Seeing as how I WAS a Star Wars fan back in the day, with Disney in charge..
Nah..
I think I am happier with Bayformers. At least there you know what you're getting. In the New Star Wars Disney franchise.. it's all rehashed BS and fan fiction masquerading as a film franchise continuation. I'd rather not go down that road.
It's a great toyline for the kiddies..
A great testament to the original series is that Hasbro and Takara are only doing the most beloved and recognizable versions.. Seems Like Kylo Freak and his cadre of wannabee Imperials are not as popular as old Anakin is..LMAO!
The original Star Wars is still king, reboots (pretenders) are out!
Calm down, dude.
Hey, I'm just having fun there. You may have misinterpreted it. Sorry if I presented it in a way that makes it seem like I was actually ranting..lol
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Posted by Burn on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:24pm CDT
You're not a moderator so ... no. People are allowed to express their opinions, as long as they're within the forum rules.
And I've yet to see any posts in this thread that go against the forum rules.
You're okay with these? Hey that's cool, personally, they've missed the point of "Star Wars Transformers" again. The majority of the first go round sucked because they slapped humanoid heads on robot bodies and it looked incredibly out of place.
I, and I have no doubt many others would agree with me, would prefer to see Star Wars vehicles transforming into Transformer characters. They could have little pilots/drivers that are SW characters, heck, we just had an entire line of tiny robots that transform into heads for bigger robots, that could be followed to!
But no, Star Wars is its own behemoth making other lines its *****. That's why I fully expect this second iteration to suck.
Posted by Burn on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:24pm CDT
zatara1701 wrote:Ok....the only feedback I have is this:
1) It looks pretty cool. Final judgment once stock photos are presented.
2) Being a die hard Star Wars and Transformers fan I have to say I'm a tad disturbed with a handful of the comments...Yes, we are all entitled to our opinions. Yes, those opinions can and may differ...that being said, some of y'all need to chill out.
How bout we take the emotion and hating from 11 down to like 3?!? I love my collections, I love my toys.... I'll say that again, I love my TOYS. Toys are the heart of all this...us older collectors may enjoy these for nostalgia's sake, but in the end these are toys for children...Toys that will create memories and fun just like our first toys did.
So all you Atomic Bombs of negativity out there...tone it down.
You're not a moderator so ... no. People are allowed to express their opinions, as long as they're within the forum rules.
And I've yet to see any posts in this thread that go against the forum rules.
You're okay with these? Hey that's cool, personally, they've missed the point of "Star Wars Transformers" again. The majority of the first go round sucked because they slapped humanoid heads on robot bodies and it looked incredibly out of place.
I, and I have no doubt many others would agree with me, would prefer to see Star Wars vehicles transforming into Transformer characters. They could have little pilots/drivers that are SW characters, heck, we just had an entire line of tiny robots that transform into heads for bigger robots, that could be followed to!
But no, Star Wars is its own behemoth making other lines its *****. That's why I fully expect this second iteration to suck.
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Posted by Kurona on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:38pm CDT
Posted by Kurona on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:38pm CDT
So am I the only one who actually likes the concept of the vehicles turning into mechs of Star Wars characters? Don't get me wrong, a Star Destroyer Megatron or an X-Wing Anode would be awesome, but I also really like the idea of this weird alternate universe where the Rebels and the Empire fight each other with giant mech suits. It kind of helps that the first one being made is Vader, since, well, like Kenobi said -- he's more machine than man. His suit's edifice on a giant robot makes sense.
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Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:47pm CDT
Well when I did collect the original releases back in the day, I imagined that Cybertron was dormant from the war, and that somehow a human broadcast of Star Wars the original trilogy was received by Cybertron,maybe by a wormhole, and thus Vector Sigma instituted a reboot of the planet using the characters from the movies, which the new Transformers bodies were forged from, kinda like Teletran searching for objects to repair Megs and co. from in the original 3 part pilot of G-1.
so Vader was a reboot of Megatron's form complete with mental engrams of the movie giving him a different personality, and so on..
Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 5:47pm CDT
Kurona wrote:So am I the only one who actually likes the concept of the vehicles turning into mechs of Star Wars characters? Don't get me wrong, a Star Destroyer Megatron or an X-Wing Anode would be awesome, but I also really like the idea of this weird alternate universe where the Rebels and the Empire fight each other with giant mech suits. It kind of helps that the first one being made is Vader, since, well, like Kenobi said -- he's more machine than man. His suit's edifice on a giant robot makes sense.
Well when I did collect the original releases back in the day, I imagined that Cybertron was dormant from the war, and that somehow a human broadcast of Star Wars the original trilogy was received by Cybertron,maybe by a wormhole, and thus Vector Sigma instituted a reboot of the planet using the characters from the movies, which the new Transformers bodies were forged from, kinda like Teletran searching for objects to repair Megs and co. from in the original 3 part pilot of G-1.
so Vader was a reboot of Megatron's form complete with mental engrams of the movie giving him a different personality, and so on..
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Posted by Budder Prime on October 10th, 2017 @ 6:01pm CDT
From what I hear, this whole Repetitive-ness in the newest trilogy, was actually George Lucas' plan.
Posted by Budder Prime on October 10th, 2017 @ 6:01pm CDT
skywarp-2 wrote:Meh.. Star Wars.. Pfft!
I'll pass. Seeing as how I WAS a Star Wars fan back in the day, with Disney in charge..
Nah..
I think I am happier with Bayformers. At least there you know what you're getting. In the New Star Wars Disney franchise.. it's all rehashed BS and fan fiction masquerading as a film franchise continuation. I'd rather not go down that road.
It's a great toyline for the kiddies..
A great testament to the original series is that Hasbro and Takara are only doing the most beloved and recognizable versions.. Seems Like Kylo Freak and his cadre of wannabee Imperials are not as popular as old Anakin is..LMAO!
The original Star Wars is still king, reboots (pretenders) are out!
From what I hear, this whole Repetitive-ness in the newest trilogy, was actually George Lucas' plan.
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Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 6:48pm CDT
Posted by skywarp-2 on October 10th, 2017 @ 6:48pm CDT
So Lucas invented the corporate business model that is making Hollywood stale these days? Lucas invented the dreaded movie "Formula" repeat, repeat, repeat, make money, make money, make money. ahh.. My long lost question of how it all got started is now answered.
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Posted by Burn on October 10th, 2017 @ 7:00pm CDT
Posted by Burn on October 10th, 2017 @ 7:00pm CDT
Lets keep it about the toys. We actually have a thread dedicated to Star Wars. (Two really if you count toys and non-toys)
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Posted by chuckdawg1999 on October 10th, 2017 @ 7:13pm CDT
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on October 10th, 2017 @ 7:13pm CDT
I loved the early SW/TFs, back when they were sorta tied to Transformers. Vader was one of the best from the early days, and they should include the lightsaber since as I remember it doubled as a springloaded missile.
