The 3rd party acquisitions thread!

[i_amtrunks]

After reading the numerous reviews here I decided to get some 3rd party figures:
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f285/i_amtrunks/IMG_1147_zps022cd728.jpg

Loved Hegemon even more once the orange tip was removed, yet to open Assaulter yet, but he is one sturdy figure, much meatier than Hegemon.

Also got some nice shiny stickers and a "fansporoject 2012" grey sprue with a series of tiny cars, bikes and cybertronian vehicles that look like they belong to another set. Anyone have any idea as to whom?

[Tallestblue]

Also got some nice shiny stickers and a "fansporoject 2012" grey sprue with a series of tiny cars, bikes and cybertronian vehicles that look like they belong to another set. Anyone have any idea as to whom?

They're supposed to represent the other Fansproject warbots on a small scale for Assualter's carrier mode. The helicopter/Car is Defender and the truck/trailer is Steelcore. I don't know who the motorcycles are, presumably unreleased/unmade characters.

[kup]

After reading the numerous reviews here I decided to get some 3rd party figures:
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f285/i_amtrunks/IMG_1147_zps022cd728.jpg

Loved Hegemon even more once the orange tip was removed, yet to open Assaulter yet, but he is one sturdy figure, much meatier than Hegemon.

Also got some nice shiny stickers and a "fansporoject 2012" grey sprue with a series of tiny cars, bikes and cybertronian vehicles that look like they belong to another set. Anyone have any idea as to whom?

Awesome! Let us know what you think of them. It is always good to hear the perspective of a new person getting into 3rd parties.

[Bidoofdude]

I'm really loving Hegemon and I am so jealous. I'll probably order him in a few weeks, once I actually have the money.

[Mythirax]

Big thanks to those selling me these. Fatbot with Steelcore, ispayks with Assaulter, uteiki with Defender. All 3 in the one month, quite loving them too.

Oh wow, they look amazing together! :eek:

[i_amtrunks]

They're supposed to represent the other Fansproject warbots on a small scale for Assualter's carrier mode. The helicopter/Car is Defender and the truck/trailer is Steelcore. I don't know who the motorcycles are, presumably unreleased/unmade characters.

Ah, that makes sense, thanks!

Now I'll have to get some good coloured pics and try to paint the tiny buggers. Not tiny Crosshairs, not tiny Whirl, not tiny Chromedome, not tiny Brainstorm, not tiny Animated Wreck-gar and two unnamed bikes as well as maybe not tiny Hound.... :D

With my terrible painting skills and nothing to hold the miniature models, this will not end well...

[VERT]

Well the big box Omega arrived today. Its just so so good.

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0456.jpg

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0461.jpg
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0465-1.jpg

[liegeprime]

Alt mode pic please, VERT when you can. So far Ive only always seen this in the Bot mode, curious to see what the altmode looks.

My 3rd party stuff aint coming yet but just received a notification that the Demolition crue was charged and is in my POL, sweet!:D Just need a few more then Ill have this POL delivered to free space for Fort Max :D... wonder how big the box would be?

[Hursticon]

Well the big box Omega arrived today. Its just so so good.

*snip*

Hock-damn! :eek:

That is one big brute of a figure & one helluva nice box too actually :cool:, how do you find him man? - How's the plastic quality, joints, paint apps etc? :D

[The_Black_Sheep]

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Broadside_zps016e1a34.jpg

I could have saved some money & bought Broadside 2 or 3 months ago... but no, I only decided that I wanted him just now & I ended up paying ebay prices for him...

So... Who's the idiot? :o

[Lord_Zed]

So... Who's the idiot? :o

The people who don't have one? :D

[Ozboticon]

WOW, this is gonna be an expensive year. Finally got my TFC Phantom. Have got Green Giant, Car Crash, T-Bone, Quakewave, Blackbird and War Hawk all coming. Hope I made the right decision with War Hawk (only $60).
My first experience with 3rd party and have jumped in feet first. :D

[Trent]

WOW, this is gonna be an expensive year. Finally got my TFC Phantom. Have got Green Giant, Car Crash, T-Bone, Quakewave, Blackbird and War Hawk all coming. Hope I made the right decision with War Hawk (only $60).
My first experience with 3rd party and have jumped in feet first. :D

You will LOVE Green Giant. He is fantastic. That's the only one on youlist that I have but also have Quakewave on preorder.

[Ozboticon]

Unfortunately I didn't make the first round of Quakewave, so will have to wait another few weeks for him.
I have been reading some initial reports on the UT not-Predaking and seriously hoping that there are no QC issues and that he feels like a quality figure in-hand.
I am pretty excited to be getting Giant though :) I have been wanting to order him, after seeing the reviews online, since last year.
Just hoping that Giant, TFC Uranos and FP Intimidator are all in good scale with each other.

[kup]

Unfortunately I didn't make the first round of Quakewave, so will have to wait another few weeks for him.
I have been reading some initial reports on the UT not-Predaking and seriously hoping that there are no QC issues and that he feels like a quality figure in-hand.
I am pretty excited to be getting Giant though :) I have been wanting to order him, after seeing the reviews online, since last year.
Just hoping that Giant, TFC Uranos and FP Intimidator are all in good scale with each other.

TFC Uranus may be a little taller and not fit well with the FP combiners, same goes for the sculpt style. Giant fits in much better with the FP combiners as he is just that little shorter and similarly stylized to make him fit.

[Ozboticon]

Bugger. I figured as much being TFC. Oh-well. Will still be keen to see the completed combiners.

[Lord_Zed]

Yeah Giant does fir in batter with FP Crossfire and presumably Intimidator more then TFC's toys. Though oddly Giants individual robots are tall and fit in better with TFC's robots than they do the FP ones, who end up looking like midgets.

So yeah there is no complete perfection or universal scale, but then who would want that all these company's should be free to try their own take on the characters.

[VERT]

Today two new friends arrived in the mail
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0488.jpg
Got the other not divebomb mainly because it was cheaper and someone had to get the other version. I do like the G1 look he has. The combiner hand is fantastic!
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0490.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

Not Divebomb looks pretty cool in a G1ish TFC style. Going to give us the lowdown on him?

[VERT]

Yeah I will just need the time

[Ozboticon]

Giant arrived today!! He is absolutely friggin awesome!! You were right, Trent!.
I just hope the not Predaking (UT) and not Menasor are half as good.

[Trent]

Of course I was right!:p

Good to hear you like it dude. He is fantastic. Some people aren't a fan of the derp face but once you see it in person it grows on you.

And I love how different each figure is. And the combined mode rocks! :)

[reillyd]

Just found this character at my local IGA (Biggera Waters), with a "Tim the Toyman" price sticker. Looks like an import, so may turn up at the Reject Shop/Dimmeys/Corner store.

I loved the colour scheme and size - makes for a good scout. His plane mode is vaguely reminiscent of EnergonCybertron Jetfire as a plane, perhaps a hrunk down version? The missles are a nice feature, no spring just a push to shoot.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8381/8497558790_fc1da5a50e_d.jpg
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/65559718@N07/8497558790/sizes/m/in/photostream/)


You can see another character featured on the back, which looks very cool. There was a third (unpictured) character which is an F-35 Movie Starscream, but different transformation.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8516/8496455679_d2a718dec7.jpg
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/65559718@N07/8496455679/sizes/m/in/photostream/)

All are about scout sized.

[Ozboticon]

Of course I was right!:p

Good to hear you like it dude. He is fantastic. Some people aren't a fan of the derp face but once you see it in person it grows on you.

And I love how different each figure is. And the combined mode rocks! :)

Agreed. :D When I first saw it, I thought, definitely gonna change the head. But then I changed it and thought..nope, the other one was better LOL. So he is sitting on my shelf with the original head. Just such an impressive bot. Did you get any of the reprolabels that are available?

[Trent]

Agreed. :D When I first saw it, I thought, definitely gonna change the head. But then I changed it and thought..nope, the other one was better LOL. So he is sitting on my shelf with the original head. Just such an impressive bot. Did you get any of the reprolabels that are available?

Nah. The reprolabels seem a bit over the top for me. I'm just gonna pla e a few con emblems on him and that'll be it.

[Bidoofdude]

They're both upsized Unicron Trilogy mini-con KOs in different colours...:p

[Hursticon]

Just out of curiosity, why IS it referred to as a 'derp' face? - It's been called that since the proto photos & I just don't seem to understand it, to me it looks heavily reminiscent of facial aesthetics like that of the Brave series robots. :confused:

Personally I prefer the 'Derp' face but if anyone can explain to me what's dopey about it I'd appreciate it. :p

[crankcase76]

finally got my Drone together today and he looks pretty cool :), only thing is that when i checked the packaging for him it said that the head is loose fitting so you have to use a bit of glue or nail polish to correct it. i used the glue and it has turned out fine, but i would have thought that it would have been a tight fit to start with.:confused: other than that it is a sweet looking TF overall, especially like the guns which are chromed up. so here is the pic.:D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05745_zpsda073876.jpg

[Hursticon]

^^That looks pretty damn sweet Cranky, glad you're happy with him dude - Now if only he was available like that but in sky-blue. ;):cool:

[crankcase76]

^^That looks pretty damn sweet Cranky, glad you're happy with him dude - Now if only he was available like that but in sky-blue. ;):cool:

Thanks Hursti, I do believe that you can also apply this kit to DoTM Vortex. Don't really know if he is sky blue will find out soon though as I have ordered one online. But would make a pretty sweet Whirl if it was. :D

[kup]

I plan to paint mine. It doesn't need that much paint to get the 'Whirl' look happening.

[liegeprime]

Thanks Hursti, I do believe that you can also apply this kit to DoTM Vortex. Don't really know if he is sky blue will find out soon though as I have ordered one online. But would make a pretty sweet Whirl if it was. :D

Vortex is gray mostly with purple and bluegreen highlights here and there, kinda like his g1 color scheme.

HmmmI forgot to post the stuff ive been getting lately here :p so here it is

FP Warbot assaulter and FP Function X-1

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02602_zps6a5637d4.jpg

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02604_zps48844874.jpg

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02601_zps8cf26d7d.jpg
The plane mode is sweet as, but really heavy.

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02616_zps0ef3b06e.jpg
Imitating Prime on Fortress :p:D

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02623_zpsd59f34be.jpg
The Carrier mode is really heavy... as Giant found out...

[kup]

Nice Pics Liege!

[kup]

finally got my Drone together today and he looks pretty cool :), only thing is that when i checked the packaging for him it said that the head is loose fitting so you have to use a bit of glue or nail polish to correct it. i used the glue and it has turned out fine, but i would have thought that it would have been a tight fit to start with.:confused: other than that it is a sweet looking TF overall, especially like the guns which are chromed up. so here is the pic.:D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05745_zpsda073876.jpg



Now I get the complaints about this guy. Originally the skis seemed to stay on fairly secure but with some effort. However after a couple of tries, the skis now refuse to stay on and I had to become a bit more creative.

Still a nice kit that does indeed convert the toy into Whirl despite the flaws but you have to forgive the base mold colors (and flaws) and the new flaws that come with the kit such as the skis. The price tag is also something to consider as it is a rather simplistic kit. There is also the lack of accurate character color inherited from the base mold. I plan to paint mine at some stage.

If you can forgive those things, then it works fine.

[SuspectimusPrime]

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02623_zpsd59f34be.jpg
The Carrier mode is really heavy... as Giant found out...

That was a terrible episode :p But I wanted to re-enact it when I get my Assaulter too :p Nice pics!

[Deceptic_Optic]

these badboys arrived today! addition to my generations wreckers :)

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/33887F08-3E74-4135-8BAA-7CE87B78AECC-1008-000000FA74D1E1E7.jpg

[DarkHyren]

Seeing some awesome pics in this thread, especially loving the ones of Assaulter and the different combiners.
Consider my appetite for 3rd party figures officially moistened.
Now the only question is what to get first, lol.

Quick question, for the figures that the only choice is ebay, what are some things to look out for in regards for potential knock offs?
Like I heard Fansproject Insects were KO'd, so would this be one of them- http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261175755241
Sorry if there is another place I should ask...

[liegeprime]

I would suggest get assaulter and the Demolition crew, while they're newly available and still cheap - BBTS has them in stock. The older figures would be harder to find and since it's not anymore in production would be more pricy anywhere you look for em. Another site you could look for is www.chimungmung.com which sells originals and KO and 3rd party stuff so at least you could be aware if its a 3rd party that's been KOed since they list it as it is, a KO or an original

[Deceptic_Optic]

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/A6374443-4352-433E-880D-108005B85E93-1008-000000FA68D89EAD.jpg

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/385DEE49-6059-4D60-8D2D-1152E89C2801-1008-000000FA4A1AC36F.jpg

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/CF656209-DC84-47FA-9625-9FD2E8D7A9A6-1008-000000FA42E809ED.jpg

[SuspectimusPrime]

Seeing some awesome pics in this thread, especially loving the ones of Assaulter and the different combiners.
Consider my appetite for 3rd party figures officially moistened.
Now the only question is what to get first, lol.

Quick question, for the figures that the only choice is ebay, what are some things to look out for in regards for potential knock offs?
Like I heard Fansproject Insects were KO'd, so would this be one of them- http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261175755241
Sorry if there is another place I should ask...

I don't believe that link contains a KO. The KO Fansproject Insecticons were apparently of a pretty high grade. The only way to tell the not-Insecticons apart were the paint aps on the head and also if you look at the packaging box, the real McCoy has a tiny "R" in a small box located on the bottom right hand side of the front whereas the KO has a blank box. I got my not-Insecticons off RK and it looks like they've still got one of them stocked (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=FPCA05&lang=us&CatID=), and going for cheaper than the eBay link. And there's always our friendly member's sales thread, looks like gamblor916 has both sets for sale (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=15457)!

A few other moulds known to have been KO'ed:
* Fansproject City Commander + colour variants
* Fansproject Protector + colour variants
* Maketoys Battle Tanker, original colour and in SG colour variants

There was also some talk of a KO Maketoys Green Giant (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/643756-knock-off-green-giant-19.html), but it seemed to have fizzled.


I would suggest get assaulter and the Demolition crew, while they're newly available and still cheap - BBTS has them in stock. The older figures would be harder to find and since it's not anymore in production would be more pricy anywhere you look for em. Another site you could look for is www.chimungmung.com which sells originals and KO and 3rd party stuff so at least you could be aware if its a 3rd party that's been KOed since they list it as it is, a KO or an original

I'll agree with liege, and also add that the newer stuff are harder to KO. KO's in the past has usually popped up on the market several weeks/months after initial release. However it's been a while since I've heard of any KO's from the major players (Fansproject, Maketoys, Mastermind Creations, etc).

[1orion2many]

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/A6374443-4352-433E-880D-108005B85E93-1008-000000FA68D89EAD.jpg

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/385DEE49-6059-4D60-8D2D-1152E89C2801-1008-000000FA4A1AC36F.jpg

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/CF656209-DC84-47FA-9625-9FD2E8D7A9A6-1008-000000FA42E809ED.jpg

I've been looking at these two, What was the damage and are they any good:confused:

[Ozboticon]

I have not seen any reviews of the not topspin and twintwist but have heard that for the price, they are pretty good. Plastic quality is similar to the MMC Screamer but the plastic is thicker and feels better in-hand. Listen to TFW 2005 and Radio Free Cybertron latest podcasts. Both have someone who purchased and were pretty pleased. I have been thinking of dropping the cash down myself.
They seem to have great articulation while staying true to the G1 looks. For 3rd party, they are very reasonable in price compared to what is currently available. About the same size as a current deluxe figure. Good luck if you get it. Would love to hear your thoughts on them :)

[Ozboticon]

I have not seen any reviews of the not topspin and twintwist but have heard that for the price, they are pretty good. Plastic quality is similar to the MMC Screamer but the plastic is thicker and feels better in-hand. Listen to TFW 2005 and Radio Free Cybertron latest podcasts. Both have someone who purchased and were pretty pleased. I have been thinking of dropping the cash down myself.
They seem to have great articulation while staying true to the G1 looks. For 3rd party, they are very reasonable in price compared to what is currently available. About the same size as a current deluxe figure. Good luck if you get it. Would love to hear your thoughts on them :)

Sorry, price is about the $65-69 mark, plus shipping

[KalEl]

Well the big box Omega arrived today. Its just so so good.
*snip*

JELLY!!!

*snip*

I could have saved some money & bought Broadside 2 or 3 months ago... but no, I only decided that I wanted him just now & I ended up paying ebay prices for him...

So... Who's the idiot? :o
worth it though :D

Today two new friends arrived in the mail
*snip*
Got the other not divebomb mainly because it was cheaper and someone had to get the other version. I do like the G1 look he has. The combiner hand is fantastic!
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0490.jpg

code is cool, divebowmb looks good too! THAT HAND!

[DarkHyren]

Big thanks to liegeprime and SuspectimusPrime, lots of great info!
chimungmung seems pretty good even if it's just for tips on what has been knocked off, while that RK link is super helpful since gamblor seems to have already sold Backfiery.
I'm planning on making a RK order soon and for some reason Backfiery wasn't even under the FP category so I didn't see it!
About the same size as a current deluxe figure.And that plus Deceptic_Optics awesome pics pretty much has me sold on the Demo Crew, I was considering them assuming scout size but if they are deluxe sized it's even better.

[crankcase76]

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/A6374443-4352-433E-880D-108005B85E93-1008-000000FA68D89EAD.jpg

Sweet pics Optic:D, this first one has topspin with some battle damage to his face. Is there a changeable face with it?

[The_Black_Sheep]

The Jumpstarters. The biggest G1 shelfwarmers on ebay... to brand-new, absolutely kick-ass figures. Who'd a thunk it? http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Random/LOL.gif Not me. Not in a million years... http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Random/LOL.gif

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Jumpstarters_zpsff4f78fb.jpg

[crankcase76]

picked up from the postie today my FP Alternators upgrade kit for optimus prime.:)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05754_zps6242e497.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05755_zps9b1ed5b7.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05757_zps9eaa09be.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05759_zps17bf1325.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05760_zpsda3b596d.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05761_zps8572d6e8.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05771_zps3997ba9a.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05769_zpsf9a60626.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05768_zpsfe2d52f7.jpg

very happy with this as the kit fits in nicely to the chest area to hold the Matrix and the fuel can/gun, is a good idea as it gives Optimus a bigger weapon.

[Trent]

Very cool. I didn't even know that upgrade kit existed. :o

[1AZRAEL1]

I really like those Wreckers, can't wait to get mine off BBTS. Gotta wait for a few things to come in yet though.

[crankcase76]

Very cool. I didn't even know that upgrade kit existed. :o

Yer, it's only new I think. I had it on preorder through TF source.

[liegeprime]

Yer, it's only new I think. I had it on preorder through TF source.

That kit was already out years ago. I think 2-3 years old already but it never really got that much attention due to the end of Alternator and becoming Alternity line ( smaller) plus with the rise of newer 3rd party stuff.

[Sutton]

6259

These guys snuck into the box with the rest of today's delivery...

[liegeprime]

MIne arrived as well via BBTS delivery ;D

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02648_zps6afb428d.jpg

[lancalot]

My feather art bumblebee came .... It a nice figure and it scale well with new Mp and alternity :) , But very fragile his mirror broke of while i was transforming him :mad: But easily fix ,Good old superglue :D

http://imageshack.us/a/img707/9384/img0715medium.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img4/501/img0717medium.jpg

[crankcase76]

picked up a few this week from the post office.

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05777_zps6011a722.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05779_zps63f8f524.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05780_zpsaf1a3f5b.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05784_zps7c241135.jpg

[lancalot]

the heroic duo custom kit any good ? can u do a before and after shoot....
the packaging look great but :)

[crankcase76]

the heroic duo custom kit any good ? can u do a before and after shoot....
the packaging look great but :)


Actually yes, makes him look pretty close to his MP mould. Will get some pics up soon .:)

[VERT]

My not Topspin and Twintwist arrived yesterday. For two deluxe size bots its a great price :-)

[uteiki]

Got these sometime last week when I shipped my POL from BBTS.

http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l598/uteiki/B9E70CB7-26FB-4772-9A87-760373B0DC7B-12477-0000160E6AA036F9_zps558aab2a.jpg

http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l598/uteiki/8CE4D135-CA8F-40F7-8196-513AD6564DC9-12477-0000160E5640E0EF_zps246a5e57.jpg

Pretty awesome sets.
The Magnus set shown in pic2 is with g2 combat hero optimus prime. Surprised it worked together quite well.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Got these sometime last week when I shipped my POL from BBTS.

*snip*
*snip*

Pretty awesome sets.
The Magnus set shown in pic2 is with g2 combat hero optimus prime. Surprised it worked together quite well.

You've got some exquisite tastes :) Have you got a shot of the Magnus tanker with SG Magnus?

[kup]

Got these sometime last week when I shipped my POL from BBTS.

http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l598/uteiki/B9E70CB7-26FB-4772-9A87-760373B0DC7B-12477-0000160E6AA036F9_zps558aab2a.jpg

http://i1125.photobucket.com/albums/l598/uteiki/8CE4D135-CA8F-40F7-8196-513AD6564DC9-12477-0000160E5640E0EF_zps246a5e57.jpg

Pretty awesome sets.
The Magnus set shown in pic2 is with g2 combat hero optimus prime. Surprised it worked together quite well.

The Shattered glass one looks damn good.

[lancalot]

The Shattered glass one looks damn good.

totally agree ...look good!

[crankcase76]

the heroic duo custom kit any good ? can u do a before and after shoot....
the packaging look great but :)

got those pics done, will post them in the comparison section.:D

[lancalot]

WST dinobot set came today !! they so cute!!! :)
and the best thing they fit under the monitor!! all of them~~ :D

http://imageshack.us/a/img845/7249/img0805medium.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img35/7747/img0774medium.jpg

[kup]

Got Stormer today:

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/stormer01.JPG

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/stormer02.JPG

[kup]

WST dinobot set came today !! they so cute!!! :)
and the best thing they fit under the monitor!! all of them~~ :D

http://imageshack.us/a/img845/7249/img0805medium.jpg



That LCARS display is cool.

[VERT]

Hardhead arrived :D

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0534.jpg

[lancalot]

That LCARS display is cool.

Thanks ..G19 display...it fully animated ....the globe spins and it tell me all essential computer data .. temp and cpu usage ,ram etc...and even tell the weather :)

[Mythirax]

WST dinobot set came today !! they so cute!!! :)
and the best thing they fit under the monitor!! all of them~~ :D

http://imageshack.us/a/img845/7249/img0805medium.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img35/7747/img0774medium.jpg

Where did you get these :O ?

[lancalot]

Where did you get these :O ?

here the link.....:) they should of made a better box for a limited edition but teh figure are great !

http://chimungmung.com/product_info.php?cPath=30_45&products_id=917

[Mythirax]

here the link.....:) they should of made a better box for a limited edition but teh figure are great !

http://chimungmung.com/product_info.php?cPath=30_45&products_id=917

Oh mad, great price too. Was the shipping just $15 for you as well? I'm really tempted to get these little critters.

[lancalot]

Oh mad, great price too. Was the shipping just $15 for you as well? I'm really tempted to get these little critters.

i actually bought other stuff as well , parts for a custom gen1 soundwave that im making to include a LCD chest for actually mp4 movies playing...:D ...so shipping for me was abit more...
the mini dinobot so worth it....they are actually the same as i remembered them, dont have an original to compare it too ... the only thing is that slag and snarl hands detaches when transform in alt mode.

[Deceptic_Optic]

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/021933E3-F1EC-4455-A4D6-32D082F2322D-447-00000075BBDA098B.jpg

[VERT]

Not Breakdown and Wildrider arrived today. Fantastic figures but way smaller than expected :-)
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0539.jpg

[SharkyMcShark]

Got not Breakdown today too.

Much smaller than I'd thought, and I'm not entirely convinced that the hands will survive in the long term - the gun grip is a bit too thick I think.

Really nice though. Intricate.

[Bidoofdude]

Are those two just retool/reshells of each other or are they just of similar design?:)

[kaiden]

Are those two just retool/reshells of each other?:)

from what i've seen, yes.

[crankcase76]

also got my Not breakdown and wildrider from TFsource as well today....:eek::D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05878_zpsb626abd2.jpg

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC05875_zps563efeda.jpg

now have to wait for the other 3 to get my Not Menasor.:cool:

[Blink90210]

The Cunning Stunts

http://i846.photobucket.com/albums/ab29/blink90210/20130408_212457_zps4ad56b8f.jpg

Fantastic sculpts and great toys but all the same issues that most people have already identified (price, tabbing of parts)

[Deceptic_Optic]

http://i831.photobucket.com/albums/zz231/Deceptic_Optics_2010/A9472B24-C0C2-43D5-AF9E-161DFB2FFC5B-764-0000006FB0A46C93.jpg

[Slag]

^^Cool. I just got mine today thanks to Karnivool Prime:);):D

Awesome thing

[Trent]

Picked up some batteries for mine yesterday. He looks awesome with the yellow eye, although it is a little too bright. His arm cannon light is ok, but where that one really shines (hehe) is the alt mode.

Just be careful. Batteries don't really go in or come out easily. I had to take apart the forearm to get that one out.

[Deceptic_Optic]

Picked up some batteries for mine yesterday. He looks awesome with the yellow eye, although it is a little too bright. His arm cannon light is ok, but where that one really shines (hehe) is the alt mode.

Just be careful. Batteries don't really go in or come out easily. I had to take apart the forearm to get that one out.

whats the code for the batteries?

[1AZRAEL1]

I'll have to get some batteries myself. I quite like the figure, might get around to transforming him this arvo, as well as taking photos lol

[1AZRAEL1]

Optics, i don't think you've folded his heels out, at least i can't see them.

[Deceptic_Optic]

Optics, i don't think you've folded his heels out, at least i can't see them.

oh yeah, lol nice eye. got over excited fresh from teh box brother...lol

[Tallestblue]

a third party Bonanza this week, T-Bone, Harbone and Car Bone...er...Crash!

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-04-11132600_zpsde9842bd.jpg


and spiffy Vehicle modes-

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-04-11130407_zps92d97863.jpg

And Not-Hardhead with Not-Chromedome, despite not being from the same company i think they look good together.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-04-11132651_zpsc5f2df36.jpg

Aaand I got the silver Dr. Wu weapons for Prime Optimus. but i forgot to take pisof them...they're neat and shiny but the plug for the silverswords is two small for the silver guns and doesn't fit together like first edition Optimus' weapons did and i'm slightly disappointed by that.

[SharkyMcShark]

What's Hardbone like? Mine should be arriving in the post some time this week

[Trent]

whats the code for the batteries?

CR1025. Its a watch battery so I got 2 from a watch repair shop. I tried places like Battery World but they came up with nothing. Even telling me that I had the code wrong because they'd never heard of that one before (even though it was listed on their website :rolleyes:)

[VGMStudios]

So I was able to get mine the other day.
Still need to buy the batteries for it since mine didnt come with any.
I took this shot of him.
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-DN3B5jfeuhE/UWY9yJnOq2I/AAAAAAAADsM/JsDkNdhscgQ/s720/2013-04-11%252000.35.25.png
I was trying to copying this picture.
http://grizzlybomb.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/shockwave-transformers-3.jpg
Its to bad he doesn't have a waist pivot joint.
Im planning to paint the inner part of his eye either black or dark purple.

This is my first 3rd party figure and im really impressed.

[Tallestblue]

What's Hardbone like? Mine should be arriving in the post some time this week

He's actually a lot of fun. Transformation is easy, and he has a knife and grenade that store in his legs that combine with his rifles to make a bayonet and silencer.

he seems more like a Hasbro toy than the Fansproject stuff, like an actual mass-market toy you can play with rather than an adult collectible that can transform.

there was only one tiny issue and that's the feet were swapped. lucky that's an easy thing to do.

[Sutton]

Got my Hardbone and Chromedome this week, and I agree, they go pretty well together. They both need a few minor paint touch ups to really sell the G1 homage, but overall very happy with them.

Chromedome was scary tight, though...

[KalEl]

Got my Hardbone and Chromedome this week, and I agree, they go pretty well together. They both need a few minor paint touch ups to really sell the G1 homage, but overall very happy with them.

Chromedome was scary tight, though...

Good stuff, Im absolutely loving this headmaster love!

[1AZRAEL1]

I got all this last month from BBTS...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v502/1AZRAEL1/TFs/IMG_0938_zps66cfb2f0.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/1AZRAEL1/media/TFs/IMG_0938_zps66cfb2f0.jpg.html)

What you see is the new Crossfire set for Bruticus ,with the little bonus Quake aka Shockwave, Demolition Crue Apex and Geminus, T-Bone and Card Crash, Yin and Yang cassette-bots (which I quite like for some reason, like G2 cassettes lol)

[KaRNiV8L PRiME]

From RK

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJj_f-xCUAAUTDu.jpg

And

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJj_qH9CAAAmn4s.jpg

[spiderken17]

Holy Moly! i have just found this thread and the 3rd party stuff is awesome! Its better tha half the Hasbro/Takara stuff. The Green Giant 61 is unbelievable, i want one, how much do they go for? (insert cringe here):)

[SuspectimusPrime]

Holy Moly! i have just found this thread and the 3rd party stuff is awesome! Its better tha half the Hasbro/Takara stuff. The Green Giant 61 is unbelievable, i want one, how much do they go for? (insert cringe here):)

Maketoys' Green Giant was going for $360 cheapest. Not sure if you can still get a good price elsewhere, but forum member Gasaraki recently obtained one from ehobbybaseshop.com (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showpost.php?p=349947&postcount=381) :)

[1AZRAEL1]

From RK

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJj_f-xCUAAUTDu.jpg

And

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJj_qH9CAAAmn4s.jpg

Any good? Worth the money?

[Trent]

Holy Moly! i have just found this thread and the 3rd party stuff is awesome! Its better tha half the Hasbro/Takara stuff. The Green Giant 61 is unbelievable, i want one, how much do they go for? (insert cringe here):)

They are pretty much sold out everywhere. You may be lucky enough to find an obscure online shop with one, but more than likely you'll have to resort to eBay. And the price isn't going down that's for sure.

Oh, just remembered. It may be easier (and cheaper) to pick up a yellow version. Just remember that their are some differences between the 2.

[KaRNiV8L PRiME]

Any good? Worth the money?

I like it but not worth the $30. Much more like legend class but fits in with the masterpiece cassettes well. Comes with red cassette case

[spiderken17]

They are pretty much sold out everywhere. You may be lucky enough to find an obscure online shop with one, but more than likely you'll have to resort to eBay. And the price isn't going down that's for sure.

Oh, just remembered. It may be easier (and cheaper) to pick up a yellow version. Just remember that their are some differences between the 2.

which one would people recommend between Green Giant 61 and Hercules (quality/size/price etc) and why?

[Iriorne]

which one would people recommend between Green Giant 61 and Hercules (quality/size/price etc) and why?

I went with Giant for a few reasons:

Gestalt size - Giant is a bit smaller than Hercules, which is good because I have very limited display space. I'm using one of those cubey things Expedit shelves from Ikea and Giant only just squeezes in.
Aesthetic - I prefer the look of Giant and his individual bots over the TFC version. Maketoys' bots have more intricate transformations and I think are closer to the original toys than TFC's
Price - Giant was about $100 cheaper than Herc, excluding the 'Rage' addon kit. This may have changed now that Giant's out of production, and complete Herc sets including 'Rage' have been getting cheaper.
Giant's individual bots have ankle tilt! A minor reason, perhaps, but for bots the size of TFC's not to have ankle tilts is a pretty omission.

Quality-wise, I've heard that Herc's plastic is a little softer, which leads to some mushy detailing. Also I think Herc's shoulder joint ratchets can weaken over time. Giant's plastic is a bit harder, but that makes some of his bits very tough to peg together. My fingers were pretty sore after transforming him the first time. The plastic also tends to deform suddenly if you apply too much pressure, as I found out. :( Nothing to be overly concerned about, but just be aware that there's very little flex there and be careful not to twist things the wrong way.

Have a hunt on YouTube for some Giant vs. Herc comparisons, being able to see the bots and gestalt side by side really helped me make up my mind. Each camp has merits so you'll almost certainly be happy whichever way you go.

[kup]

Yeah I'll echo what Iriorne has said, both sets have thier plus and minuses. At the end, have a look your self and see which 'style' appeals to you more.

I personally went with Giant as I like it's aesthetic looks better (feels more 'Classics' than Hercules) plus the robot designs were also more appealing both aesthetically and engineering wise.

[liegeprime]

Carcrash and T bone
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02989_zps7a0bfc84.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02989_zps7a0bfc84.jpg.html)

HardBone
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02993_zps69182f6d.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC02993_zps69182f6d.jpg.html)

Energon cubes ala Detolf hehehe

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03002_zps07ecb9d8.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03002_zps07ecb9d8.jpg.html)

[spiderken17]

i couldn't find a thread for 3rd party questions so I'll put it here. Does the Fansproject Bruticus utilise existing Hasbro/Takara transformers? I only ever see reference to Explorer and Munitioner. Could someone enlighten me please?

[Bidoofdude]

i couldn't find a thread for 3rd party questions so I'll put it here. Does the Fansproject Bruticus utilise existing Hasbro/Takara transformers? I only ever see reference to Explorer and Munitioner. Could someone enlighten me please?

The fansproject Bruticus guys are just Swindle and Blastoff (Munitioner and Explorer respectively) which combines with Energon, ROTF or United Bruticus (yes the big ugly one:p), replacing 2 of the members and adding new parts. ;)

It's quite hard to believe that they could make a not-so great figure into what is that Masterpiece-like god.
If I had the funds I'd pick the energon or ROTF ones and the crossfire sets. :cool:

Basically, you need ROTF/Energon/United as well as the sets. If you can afford it, I'd go for it. :D:cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

i couldn't find a thread for 3rd party questions so I'll put it here. Does the Fansproject Bruticus utilise existing Hasbro/Takara transformers? I only ever see reference to Explorer and Munitioner. Could someone enlighten me please?

In answer, yes. You need the main bruticus mold that came out in Energon, re-released under rotf or the new Asia exclusive. All are different in colours, but would all look fine with the fansproject figures. The bruticus I got was rotf version. Looks great with the fansproject addition.




http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v502/1AZRAEL1/TFs/IMG_0938_zps66cfb2f0.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/1AZRAEL1/media/TFs/IMG_0938_zps66cfb2f0.jpg.html)

[snaketales]

Received the Junkion headmasters of Megatron, Ultra Magnus and Blaster today.
I plan to use one in a custom and the other two with Fortress Maximus and/or Metroplex when I get them.

[spiderken17]

Maketoys' Green Giant was going for $360 cheapest. Not sure if you can still get a good price elsewhere, but forum member Gasaraki recently obtained one from ehobbybaseshop.com (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showpost.php?p=349947&postcount=381) :)


They are pretty much sold out everywhere. You may be lucky enough to find an obscure online shop with one, but more than likely you'll have to resort to eBay. And the price isn't going down that's for sure.

Oh, just remembered. It may be easier (and cheaper) to pick up a yellow version. Just remember that their are some differences between the 2.

Thanks, i figured i should just jump in and get one so i searched some classifieds and managed to pick up Green Giant 61 from about an hour away from home for $380. I'm pretty happy with that considering i only found out what it was a week ago:D.
I had a busy weekend so only managed to transform them into their individual robots, tomorrow i will make them into Devastator.....sorry, i mean Green Giant 61:D.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u229/spiderken17/P5190029_zps4beb290f.jpg

I'm pretty happy with him for my first 3rd party Transformer. The quality is good. I am now researching other 3rd Party stuff so everyone be prepared for many questions to come:D.



The fansproject Bruticus guys are just Swindle and Blastoff (Munitioner and Explorer respectively) which combines with Energon, ROTF or United Bruticus (yes the big ugly one:p), replacing 2 of the members and adding new parts. ;)

It's quite hard to believe that they could make a not-so great figure into what is that Masterpiece-like god.
If I had the funds I'd pick the energon or ROTF ones and the crossfire sets. :cool:

Basically, you need ROTF/Energon/United as well as the sets. If you can afford it, I'd go for it. :D:cool:

I am actually not that big a fan of that particular Bruticus. It kinda looks like a bare robot with some vehicles stuck on as an afterthought. I like the cohesiveness of Green Giant61, Hercules, Feral Rex and the like.

[Iriorne]

[...] i searched some classifieds and managed to pick up Green Giant 61 from about an hour away from home for $380. [...]

Wow, good find. That's about the same as what it cost to import back when it was available.


[...] I am actually not that big a fan of that particular Bruticus. It kinda looks like a bare robot with some vehicles stuck on as an afterthought. [...]

Much like Giant's arms and legs? :p

It's a problem with all combiners to an extent, though it helps that Giant/Devastator is mostly one colour. That was one thing I did think was quite clever on Hercules, the use of the treads to make the forearms. I know that wasn't G1 enough for a lot of people though, hence the inclusion of separate arm pieces in the Rage kit.

[Trent]

Thanks, i figured i should just jump in and get one so i searched some classifieds and managed to pick up Green Giant 61 from about an hour away from home for $380. I'm pretty happy with that considering i only found out what it was a week ago:D.
I had a busy weekend so only managed to transform them into their individual robots, tomorrow i will make them into Devastator.....sorry, i mean Green Giant 61:D.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u229/spiderken17/P5190029_zps4beb290f.jpg

I'm pretty happy with him for my first 3rd party Transformer. The quality is good. I am now researching other 3rd Party stuff so everyone be prepared for many questions to come:D.




I am actually not that big a fan of that particular Bruticus. It kinda looks like a bare robot with some vehicles stuck on as an afterthought. I like the cohesiveness of Green Giant61, Hercules, Feral Rex and the like.

That's a very good price. Congrats dude, it is an awesome set. A bit of advice for combining him: Mobile Crane (Hook) has a little grey clip that you are supposed to use in Giant mode to hold to 2 halves together. It is completely unnecessary and quite a few people have damaged him trying to get it in and out of place. Gestalt mode works perfectly fine without it. So you might wanna skip that bit.

If my explanation is as bad as I think it is and you don't know what I'm on about, let me know and I'll take a photo tomorrow.

And bring on your questions :) 3rd party stuff is a bit of a mixed bag. Quality and execution varies from superb (like Green Giant or Quakewave) to absolutely terrible (like Sonicron).

HTH :)

[Iriorne]

[...] quite a few people have damaged him trying to get it in and out of place. Gestalt mode works perfectly fine without it. So you might wanna skip that bit. [...]

Yup, I'm one of them. The grey hook is much more flexible so you can still use it, just make sure that when you unhook it you let the grey piece do all the bending. Too much torsion and you'll twist the hinge attachment point. Or just leave it alone, it's a pain to get the hook out of it's slot anyway. :)

[spiderken17]

Wow, good find. That's about the same as what it cost to import back when it was available.

Much like Giant's arms and legs? :p

It's a problem with all combiners to an extent, though it helps that Giant/Devastator is mostly one colour. That was one thing I did think was quite clever on Hercules, the use of the treads to make the forearms. I know that wasn't G1 enough for a lot of people though, hence the inclusion of separate arm pieces in the Rage kit.

I liked that on the Hercules model as well but i ended up going for GG61 because he was closer to the G1 look. Also because he was so close and cheap.:D


That's a very good price. Congrats dude, it is an awesome set. A bit of advice for combining him: Mobile Crane (Hook) has a little grey clip that you are supposed to use in Giant mode to hold to 2 halves together. It is completely unnecessary and quite a few people have damaged him trying to get it in and out of place. Gestalt mode works perfectly fine without it. So you might wanna skip that bit.

If my explanation is as bad as I think it is and you don't know what I'm on about, let me know and I'll take a photo tomorrow.

And bring on your questions :) 3rd party stuff is a bit of a mixed bag. Quality and execution varies from superb (like Green Giant or Quakewave) to absolutely terrible (like Sonicron).

HTH :)


Yup, I'm one of them. The grey hook is much more flexible so you can still use it, just make sure that when you unhook it you let the grey piece do all the bending. Too much torsion and you'll twist the hinge attachment point. Or just leave it alone, it's a pain to get the hook out of it's slot anyway. :)

Thanks for the help, the insrtuctions are a bit vague so hopefully i have got it all right.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u229/spiderken17/P5200001_zpsc836a09b.jpg

I got up early this morning to watch the V8's and decided to finish of GG61. Its a bit of work but he is impressive when he is finished. If anyone sees something wrong let me know. I checked it against the box and i think its OK.

[kup]

I don't think anything is wrong but if you find 'Mixmaster's' leg to be longer than it should, you may need to compress it more at the cab joint/waist.

[Iriorne]

Looks good.

I can't tell from your pic, but I had a problem the first time I transformed him - Giant kept leaning to one side. After finding some online videos, turns out pushing the little grey buttons just above the ankle joints on Mixmaster and Scrapper allows you to pull them out a couple of millimetres extra. The instructions aren't very clear on that and I couldn't work out what they were trying to get me to do. :)

[spiderken17]

I have a few questions regarding scale on some of the 3rd party stuff. I like the Fansproject and igear stuff, what scale are they eg masterpiece, classics etc?
Is all the igear stuff the same? I like the mini warriors and the vanbots but i don't want to get them if they are all individual scales and look weird.
Are all the Fansproject stuff the same scale eg Causality, Warbot etc?
If i can figure out how simialar stuff is in scale i can decide which ones i would like to get.
Thanks for any help.
Cheers, Ken

[kup]

I have a few questions regarding scale on some of the 3rd party stuff. I like the Fansproject and igear stuff, what scale are they eg masterpiece, classics etc?
Is all the igear stuff the same? I like the mini warriors and the vanbots but i don't want to get them if they are all individual scales and look weird.
Are all the Fansproject stuff the same scale eg Causality, Warbot etc?
If i can figure out how simialar stuff is in scale i can decide which ones i would like to get.
Thanks for any help.
Cheers, Ken

It all depends actually. Most 3rd party toys try to scale with 'Classics' such as Maketoys, FP, Toyworld and to a degree, MMC (Predacons). There are also 'MP' scale releases such as FansToys Quakewave.

However keep in mind that since Hasbro themselves have not had much scale consistency with what they refer to as a deluxe, voyager or Masterpiece, it is all a bit on the subjective.

Have a look at comparison shots of 3rd party toys with well known official figures. That should give yo a good idea on their size.

Quakewave and MP Soundwave:

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8455656282_e3e19001b9_b.jpg

G1 Devastator/AM Devastator/Maketoys Giant:

http://kupscigar.com/collection2012/Giant/g1giant01.JPG

http://i1105.photobucket.com/albums/h350/jaczter/Transformers/MakeToysGiant04a.jpg

FP Code and G1 Chromedome

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/x-1/x1-01.JPG

Mech Ideas Apex and Geminus with Wreckers

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/jump/jump17.JPG

IGear Ironhide and 'Classics' Ironhide:

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8223/8384861787_e5e3d648ce_z.jpg

http://tformers.net/g/generated/15816/2__scaled_600.jpg

Igear minibots:

http://www.seibertron.com/images/toys/uploads/1307215030_BfEmz.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img849/5104/28102522925303386877628.jpg

[spiderken17]

thanks. i kind of figured that. None of them are ridiculously out of scale though?

[Trent]

thanks. i kind of figured that. None of them are ridiculously out of scale though?

None that I can think of. As Kup said most are scaled to the CHUG lines.

[spiderken17]

http://i1105.photobucket.com/albums/h350/jaczter/Transformers/MakeToysGiant04a.jpg


What Soundwave is that?

Also, is BBTS where most people get their stuff? They seem noticably cheaper than other places. Being in the US i assume their postage costs are quite high.

[Iriorne]

I think the big draw with BBTS is the pile of loot system which allows you to combine shipping. Shipping is reasonably competitive for larger orders, somewhere in the region of 15% of order value, depending on what you order.

There's quite a bit of discussion here: http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=15184

BBTS works well if you're patient and can wait a few months to build up a pile before shipping, otherwise you're probably better off going with the Asian sellers as the postage costs for individual items will be lower.

[Sky Shadow]

What Soundwave is that?

It's spark blue Music Label Soundwave with some stickers on it.

[Mythirax]

It's spark blue Music Label Soundwave with some stickers on it.

Never seen him before, he looks awesome :O

[spiderken17]

Question. if i get stuff from BBTS can i get them to hold the things that are already in to wait for the stuff still to be released?
Basically i want the 4 not stunticons but don'e want to be hit with postage twice or 3 times depending on the release of the 4th one.

[Trent]

Question. if i get stuff from BBTS can i get them to hold the things that are already in to wait for the stuff still to be released?
Basically i want the 4 not stunticons but don'e want to be hit with postage twice or 3 times depending on the release of the 4th one.

That's exactly what the Pile of Loot system is for. To into your account settings and make sure Pile of Loot is turned on. Then when you buy something, it will automatically add it to your pile. The same with a preorder, when it comes in it will be added to your pile. And so on and so forth.

When you are ready to ship it, you click 'ship my loot' and away it goes.

Then he while process starts again. BBTS have a section in their FAQ about the PoL system here (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/content.aspx?content=4). Might be worth a look.;)

[spiderken17]

Awesome. thanks mate, also, which mailing option do most people use on BBTS?

[liegeprime]

Awesome. thanks mate, also, which mailing option do most people use on BBTS?

Well, they will give a few choices which you can tick off, but, if your pile of loot reaches a certain weight in total they upgrade you anyways to the more expensive one - which has tracking numbers and sign in for receiving. This way it protects both parties. So if you just keep piling up your lootonce it does reach a certain weight youll get the upgrade. They will still charge you postage amount every time you buy from them but in the end the total charge for your entire loot would still be cheap as.

[Iriorne]

Awesome. thanks mate, also, which mailing option do most people use on BBTS?

If you're building up more than a couple hundred dollars, you'll probably find UPS (courier) to be both the cheaper and faster option.

Have a play around and get a feel for it. Just add some items to your cart, view cart then choose 'view shipping rates'. The UPS costs will start off relatively high, but they scale much better than USPS for larger quantities.

[Sinnertwin]

Question. if i get stuff from BBTS can i get them to hold the things that are already in to wait for the stuff still to be released?
Basically i want the 4 not stunticons but don'e want to be hit with postage twice or 3 times depending on the release of the 4th one.

As an alternative to BBTS (which i use quite frequently(, TFSource have order stacking (http://tfsource.com/stat/stack/) and HLJ have a private warehouse (http://www.hlj.com/helpcenter/shipandprivate.html)
Have a look around for future reference :)

[liegeprime]

Almost forgot, got these 3 from gamblor at the last Parra fair.

FP Delxue not insecticons

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/DSC03087_zps3532a0e5.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/DSC03087_zps3532a0e5.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/DSC03089_zpsa3e098cd.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/DSC03089_zpsa3e098cd.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/DSC03090_zps93f2e1dc.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/DSC03090_zps93f2e1dc.jpg.html)

[Trent]

Almost forgot, got these 3 from gamblor at the last Parra fair.

FP Delxue not insecticons

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/DSC03087_zps3532a0e5.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/DSC03087_zps3532a0e5.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/DSC03089_zpsa3e098cd.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/DSC03089_zpsa3e098cd.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/DSC03090_zps93f2e1dc.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/DSC03090_zps93f2e1dc.jpg.html)


Good grab. I love those guys.

[liegeprime]

Good grab. I love those guys.

thanks. I m liking them more and more, I might try and get the original versions as well.

[lancalot]

This came today....it a very nice figure but lots of partforming... but it looks so good !

http://imageshack.us/a/img18/120/img0958medium.jpg

[Hursticon]

After a number of delays & many months of waiting :rolleyes:; Chaos Paladin (aka The Fallen) from MakeToys arrived today :eek::D:cool:, courtesy of UpgradeCommander.com (http://www.upgradecommander.com/):

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0121_zpsbb5d4b08.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0122_zpsb5268088.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0124_zps500bc2eb.jpg


Chaos Paladin's plastic feels like a slight step down/backwards from that of Green Giant, certainly not to a detriment but I feel it's noticeable enough. :o
The only areas I feel that it should be of considerable concern though, especially if you're heavy handed, is around the 'clip' parts of some of the Power Core Combiner (PCC) ports and the shoulder hinges. :eek:
(I think the hinges just need to be 'broken in' though, they feel ok at the moment ;))

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0125_zps3bcbe440.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0126_zps50a03289.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0127_zpsa5a104d1.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0128_zps4752d41a.jpg http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0129_zps10577cb9.jpg


The articulation is quite hindered in the arms of the 'Chaos' bot primarily due to the shoulder tank-tread/armour (These can be folded out of the way though & frees up movement :), I'm just going off the instructions transformation direction though ;)), his balance can be a bit finicky due to his feet but there is a sweet spot - You just have to find it. :rolleyes:

The combined 'Chaos Paladin' bot enjoys far greater range in movement & articulation but his shoulders/pauldrons constantly get hindered by the tank-tread backpack :rolleyes:, you just have to try & work with/around this area as you can still achieve some pretty cool poses I reckon :cool:...

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0130_zps114b8cdd.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0131_zps724ed9d3.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0132_zpsbf154799.jpg


Chaos Paladin is clearly a melee figure/character (Though he does have guns), it sort of bugs me when these sorts of figures are unable to tilt their wrists forward so sadly he joins a LONG list of sword wielding figures who can't wield them properly :(; he can hold his sword in its split form but, on my figure at least, his right fist hole seems to be looser than the left & hence the half-sword tends to flop around so I have to force it into the fist further which causes the fist to split slightly at its seem - Avoid Doing This! :eek::eek::eek:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0133_zps1511ccbf.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0134_zps7bdda5c6.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0135_zps35612b5f.jpg


Chaos Paladin also has a slight 'rickety' feeling; I feel this is purely because he is constructed of individual pieces that are 'plugged' together :), apart from the central 'Core', he's by no means a wobbly bit of spaghetti but he certainly has a different feel about him compared to that of a figure who isn't designed to be pulled apart & put back together. :cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0136_zps52c8abd6.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0137_zps6545e644.jpg


That all said, I'm extremely happy to finally have Chaos Paladin in-hand & especially after SO many delays :D; he's certainly worth his cost ($80 + Postage) and he looks amazing in all modes but he's not without the odd flaw or 2 :o, his PCC joints will be either REALLY tight or 'just tight enough' and some pieces can be absolutely hair raising when trying to remove them from the PCC pegs. ;):cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0139_zps8a918aea.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0140_zps8d89f2f6.jpg http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0141_zps615bc47b.jpg

I recommend MakeToys: Chaos Paladin to anyone who's intrigued by Power Core Combiners play pattern, like (old) Voyager sized Robits with reasonable amounts of articulation and who also dig The Fallen's design cues & aesthetics. :D:cool:
If there's anything else you're curious about, feel free to ask but I'm sure many a Video Reviewer will do a superior job than I in not long-a wait. :)

[VGMStudios]

simply amazing Hursticon. Cant wait for mine. There is a package in the door way that I havent opened up yet, I wonder if that what it is! Great pics!!

[1AZRAEL1]

Can't wait to get mine. Bbts has it preorder still. Just waiting on a few things from them too lol

[Sky Shadow]

That's a good-looking and cleverly-designed toy.

[kup]

Wow Hursty! Thanks for giving us your views on Paladin/Chaos. Great pics too, I particularly like the 'decapitation' one with Code.

[spiderken17]

How does he work? Is he two tanks that make one robots or two robots?

[Mythirax]

Nice finish with the beheading :D:D:D

[Hursticon]

simply amazing Hursticon. Cant wait for mine. There is a package in the door way that I havent opened up yet, I wonder if that what it is! Great pics!!

Cheers VGM & it's great to see you're still dropping and commenting on the boards; Was the package your Chaos Paladin? - Cheers for the compliments too. ;):D


Can't wait to get mine. Bbts has it preorder still. Just waiting on a few things from them too lol

You'll dig him man, the best 'Fallen' figure produced to date, IMO. :cool:


That's a good-looking and cleverly-designed toy.

It is indeed, I think a lot of people were taken back by the fact that it was incorporating the Power Core Combiner play-pattern, but I think it works to great effect as a differing interpretation & implementation of that design. ;):)


Wow Hursty! Thanks for giving us your views on Paladin/Chaos. Great pics too, I particularly like the 'decapitation' one with Code.

Hehe, yes I took a little bit of sick/dark joy in taking those shots as it just seemed so 'in-character' for the figure to do that sort of thing; thanks for your compliments too mate, I hope you're getting him too as I'd love to hear your thoughts on this guy - I think I might of sounded a little harsh but I actually really do adore him. ;):cool:


How does he work? Is he two tanks that make one robots or two robots?

You've brought up a glaring omission in my review dude & I thank you for it, hopefully these photos will help to clear some things up:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0143_zpsd04d0b1d.jpg


'Chaos' bot's Tank mode Turret:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0146_zps3ab64658.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0147_zps82d6d14f.jpg


'Paladin' Tank's Rear/Forearm tracks:
(*Note: Underside Hatch & Fold-out Chaingun)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0144_zps9e3f5911.jpg


'Paladin' Tank's Front/Lower-Leg tracks:
(*Note: Underside Hatch & additional PCC Port Chainguns)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0145_zps28c3cc16.jpg


Part breakdown of 'Paladin' Tank:
(*Note: Additional PCC Port Chainguns stored in aforementioned tracks)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0148_zps4f120805.jpg


Groupshot of main components - 'Chaos' (Bot mode), 'Paladin' Tank & 'Chaos' (Tank mode) Turret:
(*Note: 'Chaos' Pauldron Armour folded up to allow for greater shoulder range/articulation)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0149_zpsc2c388c4.jpg


'Chaos' Tank mode Turret plugged onto his Bot mode's back:
(*Note: I personally don't like having this here as this is the major cause of his balance issue I mentioned previously)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0150_zpsf5e95377.jpg


Mid-Transformation/Combination shots between 'Chaos' & 'Chaos Paladin' Bot modes:
(*Note: I hope what I tried to show comes through alright :o)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0151_zps8fc4ec3e.jpg http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0152_zps6b312aaf.jpg


...also, just as a matter of interest, I found that plugging the additional PCC Port Chainguns into the back of Chaos Paladin's feet greatly improves his balance in this mode:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0153_zps4dc5e0c2.jpg


Nice finish with the beheading :D:D:D

Hehe, cheers dude. :D

[lancalot]

How does he work? Is he two tanks that make one robots or two robots?

I was wondering the same thing ....thanks for the second lot of pic Hursticon.... I was on the fence whit him but now ill order him :)

[Hursticon]

I was wondering the same thing ....thanks for the second lot of pic Hursticon.... I was on the fence whit him but now ill order him :)

Awesome, glad they've been of help to you dude. ;):)

[kup]

So he is some big armored up little guy?

Also how is the paint job in person? One of the things that I found a bit disappointing (from a personal perspective) is that the orange lacks that awesome washed with yellow 'furnace' look that the Titanium toy has.

[Hursticon]

So he is some big armored up little guy?

I'm not terribly sure of what narrative MakeToys have decided to give him sadly, I can't read Chinese :o, but physically he's just like a PCC except he actually works and looks cool ;):cool: - Hopefully someone is able to do a translation of the instruction manual :), it might actually shed some light on who/what he is. :o

His paint is pretty flat to be honest; the Orange stands out well however against the contrasting dark shades of Purple, Black & Gun-metal Grey - To be honest though, I was not expecting much more out of its paintjob, that furnace effect you suggest would look great though. ;):)

...

To me though, he's The Fallen; taking on this unassuming appearance of a squat little bot that nobody considers much of at all, if/when they actually see him, as he prefers to loiter in the shadows & other dark places...

When bots do catch a glimpse of him, he always seems to be in the presence of this semi-autonomous Tank whom he incoherently whispers & murmurs to constantly...

Those who mistakenly snicker or simply think ill of him find that is often the last thing they do, before they're suddenly aware to a searing heat behind them - only to turn around & be greeted by The Fallen's true form!... :D:cool:
(Yeah... there's probably a reason I don't do creative writing :p)

[kup]

No, that was kind of cool :)

[Hursticon]

No, that was kind of cool :)

Hehe, cheers man - Just a little fanfic I guess until we know what this figure's whole deal is. ;):D

[SuspectimusPrime]

Fantastic review Hursti, just the level of detail I was looking for :)

[Bidoofdude]

Pretty cool looking. :D:cool:

[canofwhoopass_87]

I have no personal interest in chaos/paladin whatsoever, but you have to admit - that is one quality looking piece.

[VGMStudios]

Cheers VGM & it's great to see you're still dropping and commenting on the boards; Was the package your Chaos Paladin? - Cheers for the compliments too. ;):D

But of course. This is my home now.
You're welcome and yes it was. He is awesome. Love how evil he looks. Such a great build.
He is my 3rd 3rd party figure and im impressed.
But now that I saw that Nemisis in the booklet man oh man im loving that too.
Probably going to cost me a foot to get that. So sweet looking.

[Tallestblue]

Got me a Hegemon. He's..Neat.
http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/MEGS_zps95b913e7.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/MEGS_zps95b913e7.jpg.html)

And he turns into what Megatron should.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/MEGS2_zps67977cb8.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/MEGS2_zps67977cb8.jpg.html)

A nice effort but I'm glad I him for a sale price.

[kurdt_the_goat]

What price and where if you don't mind me asking?
I thought he was long gone everywhere

[Tallestblue]

From an Italian Ebay seller for about $109 plus $28 including shipping, on sale from $144.

[spiderken17]

Got these 2 courtesy of Kalel and Robot Kingdom. I like how posable they are. Just need Stormbomb to complete this trio.

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u229/spiderken17/P6100001-1_zps6e97290f.jpg

[Hursticon]

But of course. This is my home now.
You're welcome and yes it was. He is awesome. Love how evil he looks. Such a great build.
He is my 3rd 3rd party figure and im impressed.
But now that I saw that Nemisis in the booklet man oh man im loving that too.
Probably going to cost me a foot to get that. So sweet looking.

Excellent!, he does look mightily evil huh? - How did you find the tightness of the ports?, were some tight as hell & others less so with yours? :)
That Nemesis does look pretty freakin' cool eh? - To think it's a completely new mold & not just using a base Official figure, I look forward to more pics of it when they eventuate myself. :cool:


Got these 2 courtesy of Kalel and Robot Kingdom. I like how posable they are. Just need Stormbomb to complete this trio.

*snip*

They're incredible figures aren't they? - for such blocky looking figures, it's bamboozling how poseable and articulate they are, I hope you're able to obtain Stormbomb soon & for a reasonably decent price too. ;):cool:

[The_Black_Sheep]

From Heero we have a WST Thundercracker & Skywarp

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/WSTThundercrackerampSkywarp_zps0b159273.jpg

& a fresh pic of my WST Family :)

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/WSTCollection_zpsc7ec2c6f.jpg

[VERT]

Not Headstrong arrived :-)
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0630-1.jpg

[Trent]

Not Ramhorn arrived :-)
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0630-1.jpg

How is he? Articulation and general QC?

[VERT]

The QC has improved since the last figure. Still feels a little lite. The foot cannon is great. One LED for this toe cannons. :-) articulation is on par with any Hasbro figure

[Gasaraki]

I don't believe that link contains a KO. The KO Fansproject Insecticons were apparently of a pretty high grade. The only way to tell the not-Insecticons apart were the paint aps on the head and also if you look at the packaging box, the real McCoy has a tiny "R" in a small box located on the bottom right hand side of the front whereas the KO has a blank box. I got my not-Insecticons off RK and it looks like they've still got one of them stocked (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=FPCA05&lang=us&CatID=), and going for cheaper than the eBay link. And there's always our friendly member's sales thread, looks like gamblor916 has both sets for sale (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=15457)!

Been looking into the KO issue particularly with the FP Insecticons... I got all three, and interestingly whilst Thundershred and Backfiery have the symbol in the bottom right corner, Stormbomb's is blank. Now, I got him off Gamblor and I really really doubt he sold me a KO or that he thought it was genuine when it is a KO. I have searched around and cannot for the life of me find a pic of a Stormbomb box that actually has the symbol there, so I can only conclude that genuine FP Stormbomb box for some reason does not have the symbol.

(This includes peaugh's review of Stormbomb, and once again, I doubt that guy didn't realise it was a KO!! And if that's not enough, neither does the pic on TFsource site have the symbol)

I really wonder about the KO boxes that have been reported, and that such an obvious thing is made different... I suspect the KO company would not want people to be able to tell different (that's after all, the nature of KO!), so why would they build in this difference?

BTW, this may be obvious as well, but I don't think it's meant to be an 'R'... but rather a stylised 'FP'.

[gamblor916]

For the record the FP insects I bought were from RK and legit.

[Gasaraki]

For the record the FP insects I bought were from RK and legit.

Cheers... never doubted you mate ;)

[Hursticon]

For the record the FP insects I bought were from RK and legit.

Same with my own. ;):)

[gamblor916]

I just had a look and the logos on all three boxes are different. Hadn't noticed that before.

http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/3527/is7p.jpg

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/963/foyz.jpg

http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/4407/jo4p.jpg

[heroic_decepticon]

Picked up CA-11: Down Force aka not-Drag Strip from the shops yesterday.

Have also reviewed him haha - http://heroicdecepticon.blogspot.hk/2013/06/fansproject-ca-11-down-force-aka-drag.html

[Hursticon]

With great thanks to Shirokaze: FansProject - Quake (Shockwave)...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNrMf5mCMAAQ41t.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNrNDtpCEAAPoIc.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNrN7bnCQAAmBM7.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNrOgF7CEAMtao6.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNrPBWKCYAAzHgV.jpg:large

[Trent]

So what's he like? I haven't even bothered to open mine yet.

[CBratron]

Quake is a fun little freebie. Fits in Collossus' grip.

[tinyJazz]

With great thanks to Shirokaze: FansProject - Quake (Shockwave)...
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BNrN7bnCQAAmBM7.jpg


I know it's just the sculpt, but I found this funny because Code looks really unimpressed by mini-quake's alt mode. :D
Thanks for sharing the pics Hursti, he looks like a neat little figure.

[Hursticon]

So what's he like? I haven't even bothered to open mine yet.


Quake is a fun little freebie. Fits in Collossus' grip.

What CBraton has mentioned is dead-right & Quake was literally designed for FP's Colossus (In Alt mode anyway, I just couldn't be buggered to un-bury him from my shelf to take pics ;)) and whilst he makes for a spot-on little Shockwave with pretty decent poseability :cool:, his Alt mode is indeed a gun... if you squint slightly that is :p, as a gun it's not amazing by any stretch. :o


I know it's just the sculpt, but I found this funny because Code looks really unimpressed by mini-quake's alt mode. :D
Thanks for sharing the pics Hursti, he looks like a neat little figure.

Cheers mate, yeah he sort of gives off that impression huh? :p

I like him in Bot mode mostly; I'm not sure if this is a wide-spread issue though, but his little head/neck's ball-joint is really quite loose and I think I'll have to use some super-glue or something in order to thicken up the ball and reduce its "Free play". :rolleyes:

Besides that little niggle (...and the "Meh" Alt mode), he's quite a cool little figure and if one can find him for $15-$20 I'd say he's worth it. ;):)

[Kapryiath]

picked up fansproject protector clear version + clear rodimus for a tidy price, making this my first foray into the third party transformer avenue and i must say i'm very impressed!!
very nice figure will certainly be looking into a few more fansproject items :D

[SuspectimusPrime]

picked up fansproject protector clear version + clear rodimus for a tidy price, making this my first foray into the third party transformer avenue and i must say i'm very impressed!!
very nice figure will certainly be looking into a few more fansproject items :D

What is the quality of the translucent plastic?

I missed out on the original Protector set, and can only seem to find the clear versions at reasonable prices.

[Kapryiath]

its not to bad to be honest i was pretty impressed , the legs are a little bit looser than i expected but its not a real issue plastic quality is pretty comparable to the clear plastic on rodimus

[KalEl]

got t-bone and downforce today!

[Gasaraki]

What is the quality of the translucent plastic?

I missed out on the original Protector set, and can only seem to find the clear versions at reasonable prices.

What's reasonable?? I got my Protector for $90 on eBay, had waited patiently for one to come up for around 5 weeks before I won this one. It's not MISB, but it's near mint enough.

[AJ_Prime]

I know it's been out for a while now but a few weeks ago I received Genesis Planet X (taking advantage of Robotkingdom's restock of the item) and am mighty impressed with him. Huge figure, effectively a triple changer. Although I had to take his foot apart after I got him out of the box because one of his toes was upside down :confused:.

Anyway a very nice figure that goes well with both the WfC/FoC and Generations/Classics lines. Highly recommended.

[Gasaraki]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/iGearMW.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/iGearMW.jpg.html)

Got these guys in the mail today - love the names iGear comes up with! Don't ask me what's with the psychedelic colors and 'Funky!' on Beachcomber... must be some hippy thing :confused:

Have opened Cogz tonight and overall quite happy with the little guy, the first impression of which is that he's not so little... easily the same size as Hench but made of tougher/stiffer plastic, and weighs more. Joints are very tight. The red is not as saturated as I have seen in some photos, which is a positive I think.

Only problem is that he had two right feet assembled in him. Opened up the left leg and tried swapping it around, but only managed to confirmed that it is indeed a right foot there. Am contacting both RK and iGear about this - would be interested if anyone has had to do this before??

Will post more thoughts and reviews in my thread when I get to them.

[VERT]

Igear not Outback and Gears just arrived today. :-)
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0631.jpg

[liegeprime]

Nice haul Garasaki, Vert! Did you order them straight from Igear?

[VERT]

Yeah I got them from igear. No real troubles. Just took them about a week to post them off. But they arrived safe and sound :-)

[lancalot]

they both look good ...gears was one of my first transformer ...and this one looks amazing... might have to get him ... how his alt mode? can you post a short review of him ?

[Gasaraki]

Igear not Outback and Gears just arrived today. :-)

Good for you that you didn't have the two right feet problem I had!! I checked Veer after I discovered the issue, and am glad he doesn't suffer the disease. Looks like it's a once off and not contagious...


Nice haul Garasaki, Vert! Did you order them straight from Igear?

I got mine via RK, was ordering some other stuff. Will have to consider ordering from iGear direct next time, as I have now heard good reports, plus they replied to my query about the feet problem at 11:45pm last night, which is impressive!


they both look good ...gears was one of my first transformer ...and this one looks amazing... might have to get him ... how his alt mode? can you post a short review of him ?

I reckon he is one of the best Mini-Warriors so far, definitely in terms of sturdiness. Major gripe is that arms poseability could be better, he can't really swing his arms out sideways very far, but will aim the gun straight ahead OK. Comparing him to all the ones I have (UFO, Hench, Veer, Duneraker, Bushwhacker), only Veer matches in terms of solidity, and that's because he is a remold. Hench/Bushwhacker is less sturdy, and Duneraker is downright fragile in comparison, almost like he's from another company!

Alt-mode is rather exagerrated if you're trying to fit him into Classics, but it's uber faithful to G1. It does what I want it to - i.e. roll!! :) I love it, and for less than $40 it's a great piece (Well, OK, less than $40 a month ago, will be more than that now thanks to our plummeting dollar!).

The first line of the bio on the box cracked me up - 'What most people don't realise is that Cogz is a failed stand-up comedian' !!!

[lancalot]

I could only found that in a twin pack? and they don't sell cogz separately :(

[AJ_Prime]

They're beautiful!

[Gasaraki]

I could only found that in a twin pack? and they don't sell cogz separately :(

Yeah that's right, comes together with Bushwhacker in most sellers. Some of the retailers like BBTS and TFsource did have him alone, but they charge a premium of over $50, and that's before adding on shipping. Haven't done a search, but some might still have Cogz alone in stock.

Forget about eBay unless you're desperate... people are already trying to pass him off for over $80, which is silly given that you can still get the 2 pack from retailers!!

[lancalot]

Yeah that's right, comes together with Bushwhacker in most sellers. Some of the retailers like BBTS and TFsource did have him alone, but they charge a premium of over $50, and that's before adding on shipping. Haven't done a search, but some might still have Cogz alone in stock.

Forget about eBay unless you're desperate... people are already trying to pass him off for over $80, which is silly given that you can still get the 2 pack from retailers!!

Man he selling heaps more the $80 ...like 130 shipped!! on ebay...so crazy!
Cant believe igear stuff selling at that prices ...

[Autocon]

Anyone own those tech cards from the 80s? Are they any good and true to the originals?

[VERT]

My KFC not Beastbox and Squarktalk arived today and looks nice with the MP tapes
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0650.jpg

[Hursticon]

Doesn't look all too bad at all dude :cool:; tell me, were you at all disappointed in their lack of paint apps?
(Something I've notice a few people express internationally is all ;))

[1AZRAEL1]

Yea sure there could be more paint apps, but I like the figure personally. Maybe there will be some reprolabels soon :)

[VERT]

I'm happy with them. Just needs some con stickers I'm I'm happy :-)

[liegeprime]

They're not too bad, I got mine as well the other day but I noticed the edges to be a bit more rounded for small figures. I wish they could've been more sharper in their edges. Also had a hard time attaching the guns on Birdbomber in bird mode...Havent tried the combined "porno star" mode yet :p but they are displayed with my MP cassettes;)

[Slag]

From Valks
http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/P1010244_zpsd6ed2fd6.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/P1010244_zpsd6ed2fd6.jpg.html)

[Hursticon]

My "Transforming Collections" coffee-table book arrived today, it's an amazing account of many of the various 3rd Party products produced over the years:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BPxEnB4CcAAyuze.jpg:large


I'm fairly certain that Kal_El will have a review up at some point, but if anyone is curious in the mean time - Check it out here (http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/102137316/transforming-collections-toy-reference-book?ref=card). :cool:

[Sinnertwin]

My "Transforming Collections" coffee-table book arrived today, it's an amazing account of many of the various 3rd Party products produced over the years

Nice :) that looks like an interesting read.
How do you take a photo with no hands? Are you a wizard? :p

[Trent]

Nice :) that looks like an interesting read.
How do you take a photo with no hands? Are you a wizard? :p

Monopod ;):p

[Hursticon]

How do you take a photo with no hands? Are you a wizard? :p


Monopod ;):p

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/th_lol.gif

[KalEl]

My "Transforming Collections" coffee-table book arrived today, it's an amazing account of many of the various 3rd Party products produced over the years:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BPxEnB4CcAAyuze.jpg:large


I'm fairly certain that Kal_El will have a review up at some point, but if anyone is curious in the mean time - Check it out here (http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/102137316/transforming-collections-toy-reference-book?ref=card). :cool:

hopefully mine arrive soon and yup i'll get a video up!

[liegeprime]

Nice :) that looks like an interesting read.
How do you take a photo with no hands? Are you a wizard? :p

3rd arm heheheh, tucked under his shirt:p

[kurdt_the_goat]

Just got the latest version of Quakewave in the mail. My god is this toy SOLID!
I had a bit of a scary moment pulling his legs down (they were collapsed in package for some reason and incredibly tight), but when they finally extended, it felt like it'd be impossible to tear them off, so strong is the connection. Loving metal on metal ratchets in his knees too... CLLINK! :D

Came with batteries installed, solid hand and gun parts, additional arm for reconfiguring the hose, plus Chimungmung threw in a Decepticon sticker sheet that will definitely come in handy! :)

[millhouse]

Just got the latest version of Quakewave in the mail. My god is this toy SOLID!
I had a bit of a scary moment pulling his legs down (they were collapsed in package for some reason and incredibly tight), but when they finally extended, it felt like it'd be impossible to tear them off, so strong is the connection. Loving metal on metal ratchets in his knees too... CLLINK! :D

Came with batteries installed, solid hand and gun parts, additional arm for reconfiguring the hose, plus Chimungmung threw in a Decepticon sticker sheet that will definitely come in handy! :)

Did you get it today or yesterday? Mine should hopefully be here today or tomorrow then!

[kurdt_the_goat]

Just this morning! Registered post for the win - the last time i got something from that store I used EMS, and it only arrived 1-2 days faster.

[millhouse]

Just this morning! Registered post for the win - the last time i got something from that store I used EMS, and it only arrived 1-2 days faster.

Mine left HK on the 19th, but I can't seem to track it beyond that. Ah well, surely today or tomorrow or so.

So keen for this!

[kurdt_the_goat]

Mine was the same, i actually queried him on it since it was saying "Registered Letter" instead of Parcel! But turns out anything under 2k is a letter, so he says! The tracking still isn't updated even though it's delivered.

[STL]

hopefully mine arrive soon and yup i'll get a video up!

Where'd u guys order this from? The Kickstarter page?

[kup]

Got these today:

http://kupscigar.com/2013/230713.JPG

[crankcase76]

these also arrived today from TFSource as well.:D:D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06250_zpsd4968d03.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06250_zpsd4968d03.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06260_zpsbe881f4e.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06260_zpsbe881f4e.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06269_zps9f9c3120.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06269_zps9f9c3120.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06277_zps45b71e0a.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06277_zps45b71e0a.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06279_zps63a6fdea.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06279_zps63a6fdea.jpg.html)

[Hursticon]

Where'd u guys order this from? The Kickstarter page?

Hey man, I might suggest getting in contact with Kal_El as I believe he may be able to help you out ;):) - Otherwise you might like to consider this option (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1626204969). :cool:

[KaRNiV8L PRiME]

Just got an unexpected package from captured prey. I have had my quakewave since the first run and didn't expect them to even retain my details however today I received the replacement arm to enable quake waves hose to be attached under his arm. Thank you

[SuspectimusPrime]

Just got an unexpected package from captured prey. I have had my quakewave since the first run and didn't expect them to even retain my details however today I received the replacement arm to enable quake waves hose to be attached under his arm. Thank you

That is a very impressive level of customer service.

[VERT]

Got fans project not Dragstrip and igear not Beachcomber and Swerve this week. :D also not Ramhorn.

[Gasaraki]

First in with Last Chance :D


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/Transformers/DSC_0473.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/Transformers/DSC_0473.jpg.html)


I never paid much attention to this guy in G1, nor do I have any of his toys, but from looking at pics online, this looks like one awesome update FP have done! The color is not absolutely accurate of course, but the combination of the shade they chose along with that FP plastic is GORGEOUS!!

The mold looks very very good, poseability is good to excellent... but I think I could get slightly more 'extreme' stances with Down Force. It's slight.

I'll fiddle with the transformation later this evening.

[liegeprime]

Sweet shot Garasaki, ooh means mine will soon be in my POL , yeessss!:D

[kaiden]

very nice pose gasaraki, i decided to ship my POL instead of waiting for Diesel so looking forward to the 4 stunticons.

[Gasaraki]

Glad you appreciate it guys!

Played with the transform last night, and like Car Crash, I have to say that it is a challenging job. It is mesmerizing how they've managed to fit it all in so tightly.... but if ROTF Leader Prime has a difficulty of 10/10, this would be around 8/10, not for the sheer number of parts and movements, but for how difficult it can be to make it fit correctly. (As an aside, I would be keen to know if anyone has found a harder transform than ROTF Leader Prime??)

If you have Car Crash, you know how it's like. Down Force is easier... less intuitive with those uber movable front fenders, but easier overall. Last Chance, whilst being harder to fit in, is actually more intuitive.

So here's some alt-mode pics... difficult to make it look dynamic as there's no real 'posing' of course. I do like the car... the front is almost pure Ferrari Enzo rip-off, but the rear is more uniquely it's own. At the moment, Last Chance easily has my favorite car-mode of all the not-Stunticons.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/iPhone001.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/iPhone001.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/iPhone002.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/iPhone002.jpg.html)

[CBratron]

My fingers hurt after transforming those guys a couple times.

[Iriorne]

Looks pretty cool. I've got all four in my PoL as well so looking forward to having a play with them soon-ish.


difficult to make it look dynamic as there's no real 'posing' of course.

Just add some motion blur. :D:p

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/233731/OTCA/racing_pose.jpg

[Trent]

So… postman swung by today.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc88/Wrxus/TFs/42021F85-6F23-434A-BF89-E986891BB11E-295-0000002D8F80447E.jpg

[Gasaraki]

Looks pretty cool. I've got all four in my PoL as well so looking forward to having a play with them soon-ish.

Just add some motion blur. :D:p


Yeah, I was spreading my bets between pre-paying on TFsource vs. paying when item's in stock on BBTS, given the situation with the foreign exchange rate. So I actually don't have T-Bone yet!

Heheh.... your comment cracked me up! :) I think the car (or part of it is meant to stay in focus... like this :rolleyes:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/iPhone001m.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/iPhone001m.jpg.html)

[Gasaraki]

So… postman swung by today.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc88/Wrxus/TFs/42021F85-6F23-434A-BF89-E986891BB11E-295-0000002D8F80447E.jpg

Nice haul!! Hexatron's box looks big and mighty tempting, but I had to draw the line and chose not to fork out for him... it does look like a very nice toy!

[klystron]

So this happened today...
So exciting!!

http://i41.tinypic.com/2cwk2ep.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

So… postman swung by today.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc88/Wrxus/TFs/42021F85-6F23-434A-BF89-E986891BB11E-295-0000002D8F80447E.jpg

Whoa, that's one hell of haul.:)

Damn, I missed the postie today too, I'm waiting on three of the toys you got there.

[liegeprime]

Nice haul Trent!! My postie swung by today too, but it all full of Minions hahahah :P


ooh, ohh... Banana?!? :D:o:D;)

[KalEl]

nice haul from BBTS :P
http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/KalElofKrypton87/null_zps90bf8172.jpg (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/KalElofKrypton87/media/null_zps90bf8172.jpg.html)

http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/KalElofKrypton87/null_zps92bdd6eb.jpg (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/KalElofKrypton87/media/null_zps92bdd6eb.jpg.html)

http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/KalElofKrypton87/null_zps18a2754e.jpg (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/KalElofKrypton87/media/null_zps18a2754e.jpg.html)

[Iriorne]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/iPhone001m.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/iPhone001m.jpg.html)

Oh snap! Lens flare! :D

Hexatron looks great in colour too. I was on the fence for a while but decided to pass over that one as I don't find any of the alt modes particularly attractive and it looks fiddly trying to line things up so they sit straight. Fiddling with those sword sheaths would drive me crazy. :rolleyes:

[VERT]

The next Predacon arrived today. Not Tantrum :-)
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0689.jpg

[Trent]

The next Predacon arrived today. Not Tantrum :-)
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/DSC_0689.jpg

It is probably just the angle of the camera, but his face looks a bit chubby. And is he smiling?

He sure does a good job of looking like the G1 version though. How many more until they're all out?

[VERT]

His face does have a little chub. Will have a better look to see if he is smiling :-) its a bad photo it does not help. Just two left. The two I realy like. Rampage and Razorclaw.

[Gasaraki]

It is probably just the angle of the camera, but his face looks a bit chubby. And is he smiling?

He sure does a good job of looking like the G1 version though. How many more until they're all out?

That's the third one... out so far are War Hawk, Ironhead, and Savage Bull.

Are people mainly ordering these guys from RK? I notice they're significantly cheaper there compared with BBTS and other US sellers. Too bad RK don't list the MMC Feral Cons... I'm forking out for those ones.

[spiderken17]

My Not-Stunticons arrived today. They look good so far. Time to play with them :)

[The_Black_Sheep]

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Sixshot_zpsc4c0eaf1.jpg

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Alicon-bot_zps44f1682b.jpg

Yeah, I wouldn't let a child play with this... http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Random/LOL.gif

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Alicon-alt_zps9b74ad77.jpg

[SuspectimusPrime]

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Sixshot_zpsc4c0eaf1.jpg


So very jealous right now.

[liegeprime]

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Sixshot_zpsc4c0eaf1.jpg

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Alicon-bot_zps44f1682b.jpg

Yeah, I wouldn't let a child play with this... http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Random/LOL.gif

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn204/Pulse_Warrior/Acquisitions/Alicon-alt_zps9b74ad77.jpg

Nice!!

Aww why not, it teaches them valuable life lessons heheheh;):p:p:D... like what does "sharp" mean... how to be more "careful", what does that sign
"no pain no gain" mean .... among other thing hehehe

[Trent]

Nice!!

Aww why not, it teaches them valuable life lessons heheheh;):p:p:D... like what does "sharp" mean... how to be more "careful", what does that sign
"no pain no gain" mean .... among other thing hehehe

Another lesson that's good for them to learn is "You break it, you bought it." ;)

[spiderken17]

My Not-Stunticons arrived today. They look good so far. Time to play with them :)

Man these guys are hard to transform! I cannot make out the instructions and I am worried about breaking them. Oh well, carry on.

[Iriorne]

Man these guys are hard to transform! I cannot make out the instructions and I am worried about breaking them. Oh well, carry on.

Have a look for some video reviews with transformations. Be careful with Down Force's windshield rotation as, despite what the instructions show, it only rotates one way and has stop tabs. The clear plastic is quite brittle and doesn't take much force to shatter.

[Trent]

Man these guys are hard to transform! I cannot make out the instructions and I am worried about breaking them. Oh well, carry on.

Have a look at Peaugh's reviews on YouTube. They are great to help with transformations. ;)

[spiderken17]

Muchas Gracias! :)

[liegeprime]

yeah, I find that the instructions are not so clear in what they want to tell you what to do... good thing the ABS material is sturdier than the Hasbro plastic coz mine would've been riddled with stress marks already hehehe. Ive only transformed them twice in each mode.. after a while it's a little intuitive now, the first time I was just :confused::confused::confused: most of the time hehehe.

[crankcase76]

these arrived today care of TFSource....:D:D:D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06306_zps80fb7deb.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06306_zps80fb7deb.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06310_zpsd11c7606.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06310_zpsd11c7606.jpg.html)

[crankcase76]

this arrived today from RK, really sets off Arcee.:D:D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06314_zps3678dcd8.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06314_zps3678dcd8.jpg.html)

[liegeprime]

Sweet haul Crankster!... thoughts on the Arcee upgrade weapons kit? was thinking of getting it but wanted to know if their worth the price.....

[crankcase76]

Its a pretty good kit really, does have a couple of issues that I noticed. First the blades in the forearms are not on a full peg, they are as thin as the blades themselves which I suspect are meant to plug into a small slot somewhere on arcee. Will have to put her in alt mode to find out, but as they are that thin they move very easily. But they do fit in nicely and don't fall out which is good.
Secondly one of her guns is a little loose, which is not a huge issue. It fits in her hand very well, and doesnt fall out when you want to change poses as i did last night just to make sure.:) I'd says that the mould might be slightly degraded as the gun itself looks great. I was glad I did buy it, as it really gives her some well scaled weapons. Which did not come with the toy.:confused: if you are going to get one Liege I would say that is well worth it as gives a more cartoon accurate Arcee.:)

[ILikeSoundwave]

These came yesterday!
http://i924.photobucket.com/albums/ad85/LMiura/photo-4.jpg

[Gasaraki]

A nice little package from RK today:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/Transformers/DSC_0531.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/Transformers/DSC_0531.jpg.html)

Guilty G-04 "Hunger" weapons - The box has "Cheap" written all over it, but the weapons themselves feel fine.
iGear W-01 weapons - Box is quite a lot bigger than I was expecting it to be, at about 6 inches long.
Head Robots Blood: The Dark Warrior kit - really looking forward to putting this onto Bludgeon!

[liegeprime]

thanks Crankster. I think I shall.

Oooh nice haul there guys!... Garasaki can you post some shots of the seekers with the upgrade weapons on please. CHeers!:)

[1AZRAEL1]

Oooh nice haul there guys!... Garasaki can you post some shots of the seekers with the upgrade weapons on please. CHeers!:)

Yes please. Wanna see if they are worth it.

[Gasaraki]

Oooh nice haul there guys!... Garasaki can you post some shots of the seekers with the upgrade weapons on please. CHeers!:)


Yes please. Wanna see if they are worth it.

No prob... will do so later tonight (after the kids are asleep!! :))...

Incidentally, RK also included a replacement part for my iGear Cogz who was packed with two right feet. They actually took the whole left leg for me, so if anyone needs a Cogz left lower leg or right foot, I've got one!