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Posted by ShinkenPrime on March 2nd, 2018 @ 12:22am CST
Posted by primalxconvoy on March 2nd, 2018 @ 7:17am CST
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Posted by Galactic Prime on March 3rd, 2018 @ 6:12pm CST
Posted by primalxconvoy on March 3rd, 2018 @ 6:22pm CST
Posted by Galactic Prime on March 4th, 2018 @ 5:08pm CST
primalxconvoy wrote:I suppose it's cost? You can buy most of these cars as they are real life versions in toy form already out there. All you need to do is put an Autobot sticker on them and call it a day. Why pay more for 2 licences?
You'd be hard pressed to find hot wheels versions of the 84 and 85 bots.
EDIT, I should add before you say it or anyone else does, that yes I am sure at some point there was cars similar enough, but Hot Wheels on the secondary market have insane pricing for a tiny diecast car.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on March 4th, 2018 @ 5:17pm CST
Galactic Prime wrote:primalxconvoy wrote:I suppose it's cost? You can buy most of these cars as they are real life versions in toy form already out there. All you need to do is put an Autobot sticker on them and call it a day. Why pay more for 2 licences?
You'd be hard pressed to find hot wheels versions of the 84 and 85 bots.
EDIT, I should add before you say it or anyone else does, that yes I am sure at some point there was cars similar enough, but Hot Wheels on the secondary market have insane pricing for a tiny diecast car.
This may be true for only specific models that are also MOSC. Because Hotwheels, Matchboxes and the like are common like ROACHES at thrift shops. Bags and bags of them for just a few bucks each. Sure, getting what you actually want may be around 1% chance. But anyone who just want an epic small die-cast cars collection can have a MASSIVE ammount in a few seconds for less than a McDonald's meal.
Posted by primalxconvoy on March 4th, 2018 @ 5:21pm CST
Galactic Prime wrote:primalxconvoy wrote:I suppose it's cost? You can buy most of these cars as they are real life versions in toy form already out there. All you need to do is put an Autobot sticker on them and call it a day. Why pay more for 2 licences?
You'd be hard pressed to find hot wheels versions of the 84 and 85 bots.
EDIT, I should add before you say it or anyone else does, that yes I am sure at some point there was cars similar enough, but Hot Wheels on the secondary market have insane pricing for a tiny diecast car.
That's not what I meant. I meant that any company making such cars only needs to pay for the CAR licence (plus some sponsors perhaps, for racing cars), rather than the TRANSFORMERS licence to release most of the G1 '84 Autobot cars. I'm sure there are Matchbox, Corgi, Hotwheels, Majorette, Tomicar versions already out there, too.
Posted by Emerje on March 6th, 2018 @ 12:59am CST
Emerje
Posted by Bronzewolf on March 8th, 2018 @ 12:29am CST
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on March 8th, 2018 @ 1:01am CST
Bronzewolf wrote:For the record, I did spot TLK wave 2 at my local Toys R Us this past weekend, now, as well as Target a few weeks ago. There may still be hope of actually spotting Wave 3 in brick and mortar. I need a Crosshairs.
I spotted Wave 3 at my TRU... but at $20 a pop I had to skip Strafe. Now it's all gone...
Keep an eye on your Walmarts, people! Voyagers at $13 and now Deluxes at $7 at my local one, not advertised! Have them scanned! Hopefully Wave 3 will be pushed out now...
Posted by beastwarsbrah on March 8th, 2018 @ 10:35am CST
Posted by beastwarsbrah on March 20th, 2018 @ 10:28am CDT
I found dragonstorm at target,first one ive seen. I paid full price but it was well worth it, he is awesome.
One step dragonstorm is on sale for 20 bucks on target.com. For that price I couldn't pass. Ordered it last night and going to pick it up now.
Posted by william-james88 on March 20th, 2018 @ 10:35am CDT
beastwarsbrah wrote:Voyagers are now $7 at the 2 Wal-Mart's I checked. I got Hound, he is pretty solid no complaints other than the weird feet.
I found dragonstorm at target,first one ive seen. I paid full price but it was well worth it, he is awesome.
Which one? I think the legion is still MIA in the US. Also was the allspark Sqweaks and megatron ever found in the US?
Posted by beastwarsbrah on March 20th, 2018 @ 10:40am CDT
For a long time the only allspark toy I saw was the starter pack or whatever with optimus. Last night I saw hound and drift at target but have not seen squeaks or Megatron yet.
Just picked up one step dragonstorm. I might be the only person who feels this way, but I love this figure! He is massive idc that he's pretty much a brick.
Posted by Bounti76 on March 23rd, 2018 @ 1:46am CDT
This hasn't been the case in other parts of the world, where Hot Rod's Deluxe Class figure has appeared at regular retail. Friend of Seibertron Mike from Tilburg, Netherlands found this figure at Top 1 Toys in Tilburg, marking our first confirmed sighting of Hot Rod at Dutch retail.
Have you found Hot Rod in your country? Have you seen him at U.S. retail in person? Let us know and happy hunting for those hard to find figures!
Posted by Va'al on April 4th, 2018 @ 1:36am CDT
The images shown, and mirrored below for your viewing convenience, feature the basic parts of the toys that allow for the interchangeable cube cores to be inserted in the chest of the characters.As you can see from the initial concept design, the cubes were thought to be much smaller than what the figures ended up being after all. Give it a look, and join the Energon Pub conversation!
Posted by Hotconvoy on April 4th, 2018 @ 1:44am CDT
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Posted by Jack Hallows on April 4th, 2018 @ 5:52pm CDT
& what’s up with the electrical outlet looking crotch? i mean sure, it’s a mechanical being, but... agh, never mind. great concept, questionable execution.
Posted by Sabrblade on April 4th, 2018 @ 7:50pm CDT
That's the inside of the chest door folded down.Jack Hallows wrote:& what’s up with the electrical outlet looking crotch?
Posted by Jack Hallows on April 4th, 2018 @ 10:40pm CDT
Posted by Hellscream9999 on April 5th, 2018 @ 8:04pm CDT
tldr: cogman makes a great statue
Posted by AlvinC on April 26th, 2018 @ 6:26pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 26th, 2018 @ 11:16pm CDT
AlvinC wrote:So I’ve been considering buying a deluxe class crosshairs via amazon and read about how there was a problem with the figure(wheel popping off and gun not able to store in alt mode). How likely am I going to get a crosshairs with that problem? I’d be willing to spend a few extra dollars for one, but not if it’s like 50% chance of getting a defective one.
Those problems are not really a big issues. The loose wheel can be tightened with Pledge Floor Polish and as for storing the guns, you just have to put them in the right way.
Also, there may be some production number on the packajing to differentiate the runs, but even if you know them, no online retailers would care. In the end, it's a throw of the dice.
Posted by william-james88 on April 26th, 2018 @ 11:55pm CDT
AlvinC wrote:So I’ve been considering buying a deluxe class crosshairs via amazon and read about how there was a problem with the figure(wheel popping off and gun not able to store in alt mode). How likely am I going to get a crosshairs with that problem? I’d be willing to spend a few extra dollars for one, but not if it’s like 50% chance of getting a defective one.
The wheel will always be looser on one side, regardless. But for it to be super loose, yes its a 50% chance. But as Kanrabat said, its fixable on your end.
Posted by Lunatic Prime on May 1st, 2018 @ 1:43pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on May 7th, 2018 @ 1:50pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on May 7th, 2018 @ 2:34pm CDT
So for many, that was a toy they simply would not be able to add to their collection. That will change later this month, with BBTS now listing this same toy for only $19.99 USD. We have official images in the listing as well that you an see below. Which of you will be getting this toy?
Product Description
Bring home the explosive action of the Transformers universe with this Deluxe Snarl figure. This Dinobot figure converts from robot to stegosaurus in 15 steps. Figure comes with 1 blaster and 1 blade accessory that combine to form 1 bigger mace accessory.
The name Snarl says it all. Constantly scowling, the Autobots and Dinobots can never really tell if the ferocious warrior is on their side. Entrenched with a fiery hatred towards the Decepticons, the Dinobot only smiles when faced with another chance to take down the enemy.
Product Features
Deluxe class figure
Made of plastic
Converts to stegosaurus Dinobot mode
Converts in 15 steps
Battle alongside ferocious Dinobot, Snarl
Box Contents
Snarl figure
Weapon accessory
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 7th, 2018 @ 4:45pm CDT
But my dinobots will stay fruity, appart the upcoming SS Grimlock.
Posted by Wolfman Jake on May 7th, 2018 @ 5:22pm CDT
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 7th, 2018 @ 8:36pm CDT
how cool would that be
Posted by william-james88 on May 7th, 2018 @ 8:43pm CDT
Ultra Markus wrote:why dont they just release all the dinobots in the studio series as leader class like grimlock
how cool would that be
I put my leader grimlock next to my TLK voyager Scorn and it looked pretty good
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 7th, 2018 @ 8:56pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Ultra Markus wrote:why dont they just release all the dinobots in the studio series as leader class like grimlock
how cool would that be
I put my leader grimlock next to my TLK voyager Scorn and it looked pretty good
In an ideal world, the movie dinobots would all be at least in screen accurate colors and be voyager or leader depending on the dino.
In reality, a 3P/KO company will do just that if it's not already done.
Posted by shajaki on May 7th, 2018 @ 10:49pm CDT
I dunno, TLK Scorn is still pretty bright. I'd settle for a straight repaint more matching to SS Grimwilliam-james88 wrote:I put my leader grimlock next to my TLK voyager Scorn and it looked pretty goodUltra Markus wrote:why dont they just release all the dinobots in the studio series as leader class like grimlock
how cool would that be
I'm happy about this though. I'd been eyeballing this guy on eBay, best price was triple this. So this is obviously bought!
Posted by Wolfman Jake on May 7th, 2018 @ 11:32pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Ultra Markus wrote:why dont they just release all the dinobots in the studio series as leader class like grimlock
how cool would that be
I put my leader grimlock next to my TLK voyager Scorn and it looked pretty good
Even Studio Series Grimlock is undersized for true screen accuracy at Leader scale, but realistically, it's the best we're gonna get. To keep the rest of the Dinobots in scale with each other, at least, Scorn would need to be a Leader class figure too, and just a bit bigger than Grimlock even in robot mode. Slug should either be a very large voyager (bigger than even Starscream) or a smaller Leader (like Blackout). Strafe should be a larger voyager and just a bit smaller than Slug, whichever size class Slug would fit into.
Posted by kriksix on May 8th, 2018 @ 5:26pm CDT
Posted by Wolfman Jake on May 11th, 2018 @ 12:28am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 11th, 2018 @ 4:09am CDT
Wolfman Jake wrote:I know I'm way late for this party, but WOW! TLK Nitro Zeus is AMAZING! He looks great in both modes. The transformation is VERY clever, but still intuitive. I was able to figure out almost everything without checking the directions. The figure itself is a nice big size for the Voyager class. All the plastic feels durable, and there is some good heft to the figure. The joints are tight and (almost) nothing pops off randomly during transformation. The only thing I'd knock it for, and this may just be an issue with my copy, is that the Titanmaster tech for the head doesn't seem to secure it very well. It's wobbly and pops out of the neck socket too easily. Otherwise, it's a great figure that reminds me more of the best of the RotF era of movie toys.
Right with ya, buddy!
He's also one of the most customisable TF around, especially because of the headmaster gimmick and the fact that he's barely painted.
Me and countless others have turned him into Thunderwing after all.
By the way, if you love the mold but want better colors, try to get SS Thundercracker. He's one SEXY MOFO.
Posted by Bounti76 on May 13th, 2018 @ 4:51am CDT
Unfortunately, plans changed, and the Deluxe Class version of Hot Rod was only ever available at a hefty markup from online retailers, and for a short time, for regular retail price at Walmart's own website, meaning many fans had a hard time finding the figure.
That may change now, thanks to a tip from fellow Seibertronian Casey280, who found the elusive figure at a Ross store in Novato, California, for the very agreeable price of $8.99, with photo evidence below. This marks the first confirmed sighting of Hot Rod at U.S. retail. Happy hunting to all of those who missed out on him before!
As always, if you see a new or sought after figure, please let us know along with sending photo proof.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 13th, 2018 @ 6:51am CDT
Posted by william-james88 on May 13th, 2018 @ 7:33am CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:I'd like that Hot Rod. Especially at that price. So if I come across it at Winners, I'd grab it. But I will NOT import it.
No need to import
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/transforme ... 0197596838
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 13th, 2018 @ 7:41am CDT
william-james88 wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:I'd like that Hot Rod. Especially at that price. So if I come across it at Winners, I'd grab it. But I will NOT import it.
No need to import
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/transforme ... 0197596838
Oh? Interesting.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 13th, 2018 @ 8:08am CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:william-james88 wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:I'd like that Hot Rod. Especially at that price. So if I come across it at Winners, I'd grab it. But I will NOT import it.
No need to import
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/transforme ... 0197596838
Oh? Interesting.
Well, I checked and I'm not buying. I'll need to find it in store and to impulse buy. Because online, I have to add 31$ of more stuff for free shipping and I find nothing. Plus, I must use my credit card and I'm tired to shovel my dept in front of me. So, skip.
Eh, maybe some will find their way in store. We never know.
Posted by william-james88 on May 13th, 2018 @ 8:29am CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:william-james88 wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:I'd like that Hot Rod. Especially at that price. So if I come across it at Winners, I'd grab it. But I will NOT import it.
No need to import
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/transforme ... 0197596838
Oh? Interesting.
Well, I checked and I'm not buying. I'll need to find it in store and to impulse buy. Because online, I have to add 31$ of more stuff for free shipping and I find nothing. Plus, I must use my credit card and I'm tired to shovel my dept in front of me. So, skip.
Eh, maybe some will find their way in store. We never know.
They have been found in store for a few months now.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 13th, 2018 @ 8:35am CDT
william-james88 wrote:They have been found in store for a few months now.
But never at my local Laval Walmart. Mine suck for TFs. There's barely anything in the display and it's always in a ranshaked state. It's been like this for some years now.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on May 21st, 2018 @ 8:50pm CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on May 27th, 2018 @ 5:01pm CDT
A side note on Hot Rod, the third party companies totally dropped the ball on him. Those lower legs he took straight from Lockdown are just on mushroom pegs, so it seems like it wouldn't be too hard to make and attach some film-accurate lower legs for him.
Posted by william-james88 on July 13th, 2018 @ 10:42pm CDT
This is the first sighting of the Hollywood Rides line which is also subtitled as Studio Series. The line will also be including smaller reproductions of Transformers vehicles which you can see here and we have recently seen the final product for the G1 Optimus Prime alt mode which can be seen here.
This sighting comes to us from Yonoid on the Cybertron.ca boards.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on July 14th, 2018 @ 3:56am CDT