The 3rd party acquisitions thread!

[Gasaraki]

OK, so here it is...


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/Transformers/IMG_2557.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/Transformers/IMG_2557.jpg.html)

I've put the full set of pics in my 3rd party thread (including a review) so as not to flood this thread - link here (http://otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=370264#post370264).

Are they worth it?? In short, I think they're a good buy at $36 for any Seeker fan. Non-Seeker fans will have to ponder more carefully.

[liegeprime]

Thanks for the link photos Garasaki... wish they made a bit of variety for the coneheads though, but they're good. Just needs a few panel lining for more details. :)

Here's my latest haul thanks to robwin :D
pardon crappy blurry photo, my hands are getting shaky...
NOT insecticons set


http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03386_zps316b643c.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03386_zps316b643c.jpg.html)

[Gasaraki]

Thanks for the link photos Garasaki... wish they made a bit of variety for the coneheads though, but they're good. Just needs a few panel lining for more details. :)

Here's my latest haul thanks to robwin :D
pardon crappy blurry photo, my hands are getting shaky...
NOT insecticons set

Nice grab... hope you enjoy them. I really really like these 3 guys. And don't believe any KO hash about the missing 'R' (which is actually an 'FP') at the bottom corner of Stormbomb's box! :rolleyes:

[liegeprime]

Nice grab... hope you enjoy them. I really really like these 3 guys. And don't believe any KO hash about the missing 'R' (which is actually an 'FP') at the bottom corner of Stormbomb's box! :rolleyes:

Well these came from a fellow member so I think he's not gonna get these were it KOs. I like them as well too. Ive already put them in my 3rd party shelf. Yes I now have a third party shelf in my other collection room. Coz I think they deserve a shelf space of their own as these new ones coming out really are a beauty of their own. :D

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

PE Ninja and Kingbat set. Have been after a Ninja for a while, and if Headrobots ever gets their not-Mindwipe kit out I figure Kingbat should round the set out nicely.

[SuspectimusPrime]

PE Ninja and Kingbat set. Have been after a Ninja for a while, and if Headrobots ever gets their not-Mindwipe kit out I figure Kingbat should round the set out nicely.

Has there been any updates from Headrobots regarding DarkSol and Savant since last year (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/headrobots-update-courageous-darksol-and-savant-174645/)? :confused:

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

I seem to recall something vaguely mentioned about them still being in the pipeline from the SDCC 3rd Party panel, but I may be wrong...I was more interested in the upcoming Skullgrin kit.

On the upside, if they end up scrapped rather than heavily delayed, Kingbat could still work for the upcoming FP not-Mindwipe.

[SuspectimusPrime]

POL finally arrived, and everything accounted for :)

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii640/Suspectimus/IMG_1661_zps60ffa78d.jpg

[Gasaraki]

POL finally arrived, and everything accounted for :)

Wow, dude, nearly spewed my coffee when I saw your pic :)

That's one BIG pile... 4 figures in value as well! Some very nice pieces in there.

Surprised to see that Code's box is taller than Assaulter, even though he's a significantly smaller figure.

[kaiden]

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/IMG_20130821_130634_zps3e969b70.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/IMG_20130821_130634_zps3e969b70.jpg.html)

[SuspectimusPrime]

Wow, dude, nearly spewed my coffee when I saw your pic :)

That's one BIG pile... 4 figures in value as well! Some very nice pieces in there.

Surprised to see that Code's box is taller than Assaulter, even though he's a significantly smaller figure.

Thanks dude :) I haven't had a chance to open Code yet but Assaulter is the second heaviest out of that lot. So if the Warbot boxes were originally designed to facilitate Assaulter, perhaps one of the Function-X line may be a bigger figure too (fingers crossed for not-Skullcruncher!).


http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/IMG_20130821_130634_zps3e969b70.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/IMG_20130821_130634_zps3e969b70.jpg.html)

I like your tastes in robots :) And box arrangement :p

[kaiden]

I like your tastes in robots :) And box arrangement :p

haha thought you might :p

I already had the 3 triple changers from amazon a while back and wasn't interested in the newer battle tanker since i have the original and same with the ultimate giftset.

the only one i really want is assaulter but i was waiting on another warbot bundle from FPcore since i missed out. Since getting the new Springer though, not interested in Defender anymore so I just need to wait for them to rerelease Steelcore and Assaulter.

but yeah i was very much looking forward to my POl when i saw yours :rolleyes:

[lancalot]

These came today wst clear g1 seeker for metroplex to fight/ squash :D
And night stalker ... i just love the way he looks , im really impress that his mouth can move .. my figure he alittle bit loose in the paw joints , been all black you can't see the detail from far away but im planing to givethem a detail touch up soon...

http://imageshack.us/a/img546/9797/riye.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img13/3158/srnb.jpg

[Tallestblue]

finally managed to track down a Rage of Hercules set so I caved and got the Hercules team.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-08-26152703_zps87a3ffa6.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/2013-08-26152703_zps87a3ffa6.jpg.html)

Vehicle modes are cool in the Construction vehicles are cool kind of way.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-08-26154403_zps3dc2fc89.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/2013-08-26154403_zps3dc2fc89.jpg.html)

Robot modes are neat and lots of fun gimmicks to occupy the hands.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-08-26164211_zpseb7e74f8.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/2013-08-26164211_zpseb7e74f8.jpg.html)

And of course combined mode is where Hercules shines..there is some fiddling to find the right spot to make him stand and getting everything just right proved annoying but my god is it an impressive toy.

Also pictures seem to make the purple parts look blue but it is honest to god Constructicon Green and Purple.

[Cat]

Oops, I guess some of my latest haul should technically be posted in here.

Forgive me for doubling up, I'm not retaking photos or retyping. Mesa tired and lazy.

Listing just the third party stuff out of this:

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_5380s_zps956a8d6c.jpg

In this pile of stupidity and general disappointment (exaggerating, some stuff should be neat):

Transforming Collections book by Phillip Reed. I wasn't planning on getting this, but decided I'd rather spend the money and shelve it with my reference books than not get it.

Gears Of War Upgrade Set - I bought this solely for the shoulder launchers for Mirage, Sideswipe, and Red Alert. If anyone wants the other parts, like a ladder for Inferno, an ?Auto-Scout? and whatever else is in here, LMK and I'll give a really good deal to get rid of it.

I stocked up on WSTF's to eventually bulk out my Metroplex display. I got: Hot Rod - he's real, I believe

The rest are HeroesToys ones - G2 Starscream
G2 Ramjet
Sunstorm
Thundercracker
Skywarp
Dirge
G1 Ramjet
Sideswipe
Launcher and gun for Red Alert
Deep Cover
Tiger Track
Assemble-Yourself kits of a clear red and a clear black Bumblebee. Should be a bit of fun to mix and match.


*Yes, I kinda screwed up by buying a heap of Seekers when my goal was to display them with Metroplex. Oops.

Anyone need stuff from the Gears Of War set?

[ispayks]

Interested on the stuff from the Gears Of War set. PM sent!


Oops, I guess some of my latest haul should technically be posted in here.

Forgive me for doubling up, I'm not retaking photos or retyping. Mesa tired and lazy.

Listing just the third party stuff out of this:

*snip*

In this pile of stupidity and general disappointment (exaggerating, some stuff should be neat):

Transforming Collections book by Phillip Reed. I wasn't planning on getting this, but decided I'd rather spend the money and shelve it with my reference books than not get it.

Gears Of War Upgrade Set - I bought this solely for the shoulder launchers for Mirage, Sideswipe, and Red Alert. If anyone wants the other parts, like a ladder for Inferno, an ?Auto-Scout? and whatever else is in here, LMK and I'll give a really good deal to get rid of it.

I stocked up on WSTF's to eventually bulk out my Metroplex display. I got: Hot Rod - he's real, I believe

The rest are HeroesToys ones - G2 Starscream
G2 Ramjet
Sunstorm
Thundercracker
Skywarp
Dirge
G1 Ramjet
Sideswipe
Launcher and gun for Red Alert
Deep Cover
Tiger Track
Assemble-Yourself kits of a clear red and a clear black Bumblebee. Should be a bit of fun to mix and match.


*Yes, I kinda screwed up by buying a heap of Seekers when my goal was to display them with Metroplex. Oops.

Anyone need stuff from the Gears Of War set?

[Cat]

I didn't know that the Gears set included a Mirage hologram effect.

It's hilariously silly.

[liegeprime]

I didn't know that the Gears set included a Mirage hologram effect.

It's hilariously silly.

It is, just a foldup plastic translucent amber rectangle... I was amused at first but it takes up space when assembled so had to fold it. cant remember where I put it though :P

[KaRNiV8L PRiME]

KFC ironpaw

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BS9QLOQCEAE3rfL.jpg

+ Really impressed with the transformation of this guy.
+ looks great
+ fits in with masterpiece cassettes
+ mouth articulation
+ guns built into transformation
= plastic quality is not terribly cheap
= roughly 2mm wider in cassette mode but not an issue for me
- lack of paint apps
- some super tight joints requiring a knife to transform :eek:
- some loose joints

Overall a great addition to my masterpiece collection and a great update to a personal G1 fav

Really wish Hasbro would take kfc ironpaws and rhinohorns transformation and release official versions of these 2

[VGMStudios]

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ow8T8gyAPO4/UiFF8JT6U4I/AAAAAAAADzo/aWnEXG9YDSI/w1061-h1078-no/titan.jpg

[liegeprime]

My money is on Superion. :D:D

[lancalot]

This arrived today.... PE Aranea ..pe-dx02
It a very nice figure and it look great in both mode ...The plus is that in both mode all the part can fit on the figure without leaving any parts off. She has a gun , 2 knife, a rifle! that fit on in both mode nicely... The spider drone is a good concept to actually take the parts of for transformation and doesn't make it feel like a part-former so to speak ... the main body is like their first moto not-arcee figure so if your familiar with that is almost identical in transformation . The negative is that so of the join are loose .... especially the join where the spider leg connect to the robot back ..the spider"wing" just so loose to pose which is very annoying as every thing else is ok... the hip joint was getting quite loose as well while i was trying to transform it . It took me a LONG time to work out how the spider leg actually fit on the bike as the instruction wasn't that clear at all..i seriously though that the piece had a QC problem ... But it does finally fit in properly.. *** my figure QC issue was that the seat part ...a screw fell out and the whole thing came apart , the screw didn't have teeth on it :eek: so it was like a pin , lucky i had a small screw that fitted in but would be very pissed if i didn't have one!

http://imageshack.us/a/img196/8567/jfls.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img35/9003/p51a.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img821/79/xdzv.jpg

[kaiden]

http://imageshack.us/a/img821/79/xdzv.jpg

love the bike mode.

[Lord_Zed]

Sure looks nice, I love the paint aps.

[gamblor916]

Nice, I'll have to pick up one of those.

[Trent]

love the bike mode.

Same. Bike mode makes the figure. Since I already have the pink one I can't really justify this.

[VGMStudios]

My money is on Superion. :D:D

ha ha ha.. I would like to think so too but the Gundam is a lot bigger.

I wonder if anyone else saw the picture.

[kaiden]

ha ha ha.. I would like to think so too but the Gundam is a lot bigger.

I wonder if anyone else saw the picture.

The Gundam is winning until you get the upgrade set for Superion - then its no contest.

[Trent]

This arrived today.... PE Aranea ..pe-dx02
It a very nice figure and it look great in both mode ...The plus is that in both mode all the part can fit on the figure without leaving any parts off. She has a gun , 2 knife, a rifle! that fit on in both mode nicely... The spider drone is a good concept to actually take the parts of for transformation and doesn't make it feel like a part-former so to speak ... the main body is like their first moto not-arcee figure so if your familiar with that is almost identical in transformation . The negative is that so of the join are loose .... especially the join where the spider leg connect to the robot back ..the spider"wing" just so loose to pose which is very annoying as every thing else is ok... the hip joint was getting quite loose as well while i was trying to transform it . It took me a LONG time to work out how the spider leg actually fit on the bike as the instruction wasn't that clear at all..i seriously though that the piece had a QC problem ... But it does finally fit in properly.. *** my figure QC issue was that the seat part ...a screw fell out and the whole thing came apart , the screw didn't have teeth on it :eek: so it was like a pin , lucky i had a small screw that fitted in but would be very pissed if i didn't have one!

Did it come with a comic? The comic that came with RC was kinda cool. I'm wondering if Areana's continues the story?

[lancalot]

Did it come with a comic? The comic that came with RC was kinda cool. I'm wondering if Areana's continues the story?

yeah it did ... it continue on with the story ...they had a confrontation:) ...love the drawing in it ... i can post a "preview" if you want

[Tallestblue]

some third party stuff, Last Chance, Hexatron and Doctor Wu's Dark Tyrant sword and Courageous handguns and arm blades.
http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/1379056327676_zps13a7f6cb.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/1379056327676_zps13a7f6cb.jpg.html)

[crankcase76]

This came from RK with my Haul of boxes from the other thread, so here it is.....:D


http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/DSC06539_zpsab0a4ece.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/DSC06539_zpsab0a4ece.jpg.html)

[kup]

Just impulse bought an Project Genesis PX-01 'Not-WFC Omega Supreme' from RK. They have the cheapest cost by far ($60 less than other stores) and they only had one left...

Not happy about it as I wanted to take it easy this month financially but leaving it be wold have added $100+ to the overall cost with shipping later on.

[kaiden]

Just impulse bought an Project Genesis PX-01 'Not-WFC Omega Supreme' from RK. They have the cheapest cost by far ($60 less than other stores) and they only had one left...

Not happy about it as I wanted to take it easy this month financially but leaving it be wold have added $100+ to the overall cost with shipping later on.

grats kup, im still waiting for a price drop ($200ish if ever) before i decide to get one of those.

[kup]

grats kup, im still waiting for a price drop ($200ish if ever) before i decide to get one of those.

Goof luck! They have now officially sold out at RK and BBTS is doing a pre-order for a second batch at a $70 mark up before shipping.

Despite the high cost, it appears to have sold reasonably well. Based on reviews, it also appears to be a pretty neat toy too sporting not just the WFC 'cruiser' mode but also a base mode.

[kup]

Today from being 'Out of stock' RK now have 108 pieces of PX-01 Genesis...doh.

[kaiden]

Today from being 'Out of stock' RK now have 108 pieces of PX-01 Genesis...doh.

haha. yeah it does looks like a great toy with a lot of heft and i would love to add it to my collection but i really dislike the quality of the foc toys - so i dont have any to justify completing a collection:/

at the moment im more interested in Maketoys YOTS Omega Supreme Upgrade kit (http://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=en&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dmaketoys&rurl=translate.google.com.au&sl=ja&u=http://www.maketoys.jp/MCB-001.html&usg=ALkJrhhj3BLct4YbSM1vC7WDKFZ2ohFSoA)

[ILikeSoundwave]

haha. yeah it does looks like a great toy with a lot of heft and i would love to add it to my collection but i really dislike the quality of the foc toys - so i dont have any to justify completing a collection:/

at the moment im more interested in Maketoys YOTS Omega Supreme Upgrade kit (http://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=en&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dmaketoys&rurl=translate.google.com.au&sl=ja&u=http://www.maketoys.jp/MCB-001.html&usg=ALkJrhhj3BLct4YbSM1vC7WDKFZ2ohFSoA)

Oh my, that upgrade kit :eek:Must have:D

[ILikeSoundwave]

haha. yeah it does looks like a great toy with a lot of heft and i would love to add it to my collection but i really dislike the quality of the foc toys - so i dont have any to justify completing a collection:/

at the moment im more interested in Maketoys YOTS Omega Supreme Upgrade kit (http://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=en&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dmaketoys&rurl=translate.google.com.au&sl=ja&u=http://www.maketoys.jp/MCB-001.html&usg=ALkJrhhj3BLct4YbSM1vC7WDKFZ2ohFSoA)

Any word when it comes out?

[kaiden]

Any word when it comes out?

their website said winter 2013 so 4th quarter.

[kup]

haha. yeah it does looks like a great toy with a lot of heft and i would love to add it to my collection but i really dislike the quality of the foc toys - so i dont have any to justify completing a collection:/

at the moment im more interested in Maketoys YOTS Omega Supreme Upgrade kit (http://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=en&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dmaketoys&rurl=translate.google.com.au&sl=ja&u=http://www.maketoys.jp/MCB-001.html&usg=ALkJrhhj3BLct4YbSM1vC7WDKFZ2ohFSoA)

For me the super crap design of the base Hasbro toy ruins YOTS Omega Supreme even with the updates. I went with a kind of intention to buy when it was out at BigW, saw it in box and that was enough to deter me away from it.

WFC/FOC toys are not for everyone but to me, the Genesis Omega Supreme seems cool enough to also fit as 'Classics'. Yeah the toy (and the game) have an odd design aesthetic to the norm but then again, so did G1 Omega Supreme.

[Bugs]

For me the super crap design of the base Hasbro toy ruins YOTS Omega Supreme even with the updates. I went with a kind of intention to buy when it was out at BigW, saw it in box and that was enough to deter me away from it.

WFC/FOC toys are not for everyone but to me, the Genesis Omega Supreme seems cool enough to also fit as 'Classics'. Yeah the toy (and the game) have an odd design aesthetic to the norm but then again, so did G1 Omega Supreme.

You would really enjoy it Kup when it arrives. I missed out on the YOTS OS so got this instead. It feels really solid in hand and well made.

Don't forget to get the new face and do a bit of DIY of the mask.

I absolutely enjoy the base mode. If only they have incorporate the track for the headtank.

Having said that, I wish Planet X didn't listen to fans complaints and release it with the original planned red and yellow. I must be the only one that likes the more cartoony colour than the real metal FOC colouring.

[Hursticon]

Yesterday my FansProject: Function-X - Quadruple U arrived, courtesy of TFsource; This figure is as creatively designed & executed as his C.O.D.E. predecessor, with slightly better range in articulation, a "Mass-Shifting" transformation and wicked Bot & Beast modes! :D:cool:

Only niggling points are the visor pivot on the Headmaster figure requires careful handling during transformation (Peaugh draws specific attention to this point in his review (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c0E8--Wio4)) and whilst the "Dog-leg" aesthetic of Quadruple U's hind legs is well proportioned, sadly they're limited in range (Basically, I couldn't get them to approximate a K9's seated posture with them :rolleyes::p). ;):)

Without further adieu...

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[lancalot]

Finally got this guy from ispayks ...thanks man ,,i really like him

http://imageshack.us/a/img534/5088/7iao.jpg

[kaiden]

Finally got this guy from ispayks ...thanks man ,,i really like him

http://imageshack.us/a/img534/5088/7iao.jpg

review? oh and could you do comparison pics next to MP10+ please?

[liegeprime]

Terminus Hexatron
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03552_zpsa2e382da.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03552_zpsa2e382da.jpg.html)

Awesome figure, plastic quality is great - full articulated fingers, lots of little details comes with a comic book sotry/ instruction booklet, collector bio card lots of accessories - 2 katanas, two long white blasters, 6 shuriken hubcaps, also his helmet is removeable! Oh and if you don't wanna open him , the box is a booktype window box.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03554_zps147d9909.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03554_zps147d9909.jpg.html)

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http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03560_zps3b0b8d86.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03560_zps3b0b8d86.jpg.html)

Skybreaker Sword

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03540_zpsc95c9a69.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03540_zpsc95c9a69.jpg.html)

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[Lord_Zed]

I just wish they'd left all those pink accents originally shown on Hexatron rather than bow to some whinging fans, sometimes the collective fan community really sucks.

[Trent]

I just wish they'd left all those pink accents originally shown on Hexatron rather than bow to some whinging fans, sometimes the collective fan community really sucks.

BUT G1!!!!!!

:rolleyes:

[Lord_Zed]

BUT G1!!!!!!

:rolleyes:

Don't you means Geewun? :D

[KalEl]

Yesterday my FansProject: Function-X - Quadruple U arrived, courtesy of TFsource; This figure is as creatively designed & executed as his C.O.D.E. predecessor, with slightly better range in articulation, a "Mass-Shifting" transformation and wicked Bot & Beast modes! :D:cool:

Only niggling points are the visor pivot on the Headmaster figure requires careful handling during transformation (Peaugh draws specific attention to this point in his review (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-c0E8--Wio4)) and whilst the "Dog-leg" aesthetic of Quadruple U's hind legs is well proportioned, sadly they're limited in range (Basically, I couldn't get them to approximate a K9's seated posture with them :rolleyes::p). ;):)

Without further adieu...

*snip*
awesome photos brother

[SuspectimusPrime]

Received ToyWorld Hardbone/not-Hardhead from Trent yesterday morning - after he confirmed postage on Saturday. Awesome! :D:D

[VERT]

New arrivals. First Goldbug with Chip Chase

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20130924_124516.jpg

Fans project weird wolf

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20130924_124421.jpg

And Not Rampage

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20130910_134209.jpg

[lancalot]

Goldbug nice... love the metallic yellow!

[liegeprime]

oh, nice figure VERT!! Where'd you get it? what 3rd party company is this from - actually Im more interested in the Chip Chase figure..any poseability on that one or it's just stationary ?

[Trent]

New arrivals. First Goldbug with Chip Chase

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20130924_124516.jpg

Fans project weird wolf

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20130924_124421.jpg

And Not Rampage

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20130910_134209.jpg

Wanna part with Chip? I'm keen.

[Tallestblue]

Terminus Hexatron
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03552_zpsa2e382da.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03552_zpsa2e382da.jpg.html)

Awesome figure, plastic quality is great - full articulated fingers, lots of little details comes with a comic book sotry/ instruction booklet, collector bio card lots of accessories - 2 katanas, two long white blasters, 6 shuriken hubcaps, also his helmet is removeable! Oh and if you don't wanna open him , the box is a booktype window box.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03554_zps147d9909.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03554_zps147d9909.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/48854faa-365f-4adb-a9fa-6242e5263661_zpsebcf1612.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/48854faa-365f-4adb-a9fa-6242e5263661_zpsebcf1612.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03557_zps35830772.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03557_zps35830772.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03556_zps48c4e9e3.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03556_zps48c4e9e3.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03559_zps40954bea.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03559_zps40954bea.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03555_zps3247bbb5.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03555_zps3247bbb5.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03560_zps3b0b8d86.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03560_zps3b0b8d86.jpg.html)

Skybreaker Sword

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03540_zpsc95c9a69.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03540_zpsc95c9a69.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03535_zpsdf174030.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03535_zpsdf174030.jpg.html)

Not-Sixshot is MAGIC. I love this toy so much. And the Green Skybreaker looks cool. I have the blue one but this one looks super show accurate.

[VERT]

oh, nice figure VERT!! Where'd you get it? what 3rd party company is this from - actually Im more interested in the Chip Chase figure..any poseability on that one or it's just stationary ?

I got him from chimungmung. It from Art Feather. Basically he is a slightly larger re shelled Classics Bee with a MP quality VW mode. Extra hands a Buggy thing and Chip.

No chip has no articulation so no running around for him. But his wheelchair rolls :D

[VERT]

Wanna part with Chip? I'm keen.

No I think I will keep him. But chimungmung now looks to be selling Chip and the buggy without Goldbug. But for $29.90 your better off getting the set I think.

[Cat]

Thanks to (well, more like I blame) Crankcase76's review of the SXS Blitzwing upgrade set, I ordered one and it arrived Monday.

Looks good, can't wait to set it up. I can deal with the helmet colour, I'm fine with trading that off for the sharper headsculpt.

[liegeprime]

I got him from chimungmung. It from Art Feather. Basically he is a slightly larger re shelled Classics Bee with a MP quality VW mode. Extra hands a Buggy thing and Chip.

No chip has no articulation so no running around for him. But his wheelchair rolls :D

Thanks! victim Chip soon underway heheheh:D

[Bugs]

No I think I will keep him. But chimungmung now looks to be selling Chip and the buggy without Goldbug. But for $29.90 your better off getting the set I think.

Is chimungmung still operational? I almost order something from them but heard the recent news about them and didn't.

[VERT]

Still going. I order from them every few weeks

[Bugs]

Still going. I order from them every few weeks

Cool Thanks VERT, that is reassuring! I once sent a message to them checking on their status and never got a reply so assumed that they went under.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Cool Thanks VERT, that is reassuring! I once sent a message to them checking on their status and never got a reply so assumed that they went under.

Chimungmung is a one-man operation :)

Even though Tony orders in much lower quantities than the big players, I am still surprised that he is able to keep his prices at a competitive level.

[kup]

Received this today:

http://kupscigar.com/collection/wfcomega1.jpg

http://kupscigar.com/collection/wfcomega2.jpg

It is great, Planet X has done a great job with their rendition of WFC Omega Supreme. He even has a very G1 like base mode!

[Bugs]

Received this today:

http://kupscigar.com/collection/wfcomega1.jpg

http://kupscigar.com/collection/wfcomega2.jpg

It is great, Planet X has done a great job with their rendition of WFC Omega Supreme. He even has a very G1 like base mode!

Congrats! He is a solid figure and I love that base mode, not so much the giant flying pitchfork mode.

Also, those sockets where you supposed to attach the LEDs, are mini turrets, just reverse them and they are 8 of them I think.

[kup]

Congrats! He is a solid figure and I love that base mode, not so much the giant flying pitchfork mode.

Also, those sockets where you supposed to attach the LEDs, are mini turrets, just reverse them and they are 8 of them I think.

Thanks I already worked it out, I already had a full play :)

In regards to the space ship mode, I like it a lot. It is nice and solid and very close to the actual game model which makes the engineering of this toy so good. It is also really good that the base and rocket mode pretty much comes out of the space ship configuration making it an easy transition.

[lancalot]

he look good kup.... but how big is he?.. can you put a pic with another figure for scale please.. and he got LEDs?

[kup]

Head to toe he is 35cm tall - 40cm if you include the back wings. Yes, he comes with 5 lights.

Here is a pic I googled to give you an idea of scale - Too late to be taking photos:

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27347487d1361190885-project-genesis-genesis2.jpg

[lancalot]

cool...wow he massive ... heap better then yots omega

[Trent]

Thanks! victim Chip soon underway heheheh:D

Damn you! There was only the 1 for sale. I only want Chip and maybe the buggy thingo. If anyone wants a Goldbug but not the rest, let me know and we can sort something out. ;)

[liegeprime]

Damn you! There was only the 1 for sale. I only want Chip and maybe the buggy thingo. If anyone wants a Goldbug but not the rest, let me know and we can sort something out. ;)

what? when I bought him yesterday there was still stock. more than 1. I guess everyone wants to own Chip victim, erm Chip.;)

[Trent]

what? when I bought him yesterday there was still stock. more than 1. I guess everyone wants to own Chip victim, erm Chip.;)

All good. I got 1. :D

[Tallestblue]

Small 3rd party BBTS haul today

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/2013-10-02203523_zpscf426605.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/2013-10-02203523_zpscf426605.jpg.html)

Perfect Effect Motobot Aranea, Fansproject Quadruple-U and Fanstoys Quakewave/

I've only had the chance to open Quakewave, but he's amazing. It's definitely Masterpiece quality and the led features are so cool I really don't want to swap out the laser for the show accurate underslung tube arm.

[Megatran]

Couldn't agree with you more about Quakewave. Boy is he heavy, unlike MP-10 Prime which feels super light.

[Hursticon]

Finally got around to taking some Bot mode shots of these 4 after having them for about a month! :o

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BXUOIUsCMAEbj5w.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BXUPLtbCMAEuXcX.jpg:large https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BXUQ-8MCMAAtvmv.jpg:large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BXURpYRCEAA49eb.jpg:large https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BXUS4g-CUAAztAq.jpg:large

[Mythirax]

Those are some epic poses and shots!

[kup]

Yeah those are awesome shots Hursti! Really makes me excited for Diesel and super annoyed at the delays at the same time.

[Hursticon]

Those are some epic poses and shots!


Yeah those are awesome shots Hursti! Really makes me excited for Diesel and super annoyed at the delays at the same time.

Cheers guys! :D

I cannot wait for Diesel's emanate release either, especially out of annoyance of the constant delays, but if these 4 are anything to gauge him by? - he'll certainly be worth the wait. :)

These guys are fantastic in either Bot or Alt mode; with the former being incredibly articulate, capable of pulling-off their Box art poses (Which my shots are actually based on :cool:), and the later being super-clean, free rolling vehicles of child & adult dreams alike! :eek:

Where they disappoint me though is in their transformations; they are comprised of extremely tight, difficult & fragile manipulations that, after having being spoiled by the utter brilliance & ease of MP's Sideswipe & Prowl, feel almost completely off-putting and this saddens me. :(

The thing is, however, these finicky transformations are 100% essential in achieving the amazing Bot & Alt modes that FansProject have realised at this form-scale/size; it's this factor that I find redeems them in my eyes as the engineering challenges presented by these Causality-Stunticons are immense, being aimed at adult collectors, but means that when it comes to forming Intimidator he is going to be an incredibly sturdy Gestalt - Much like his cousin Giant. ;)

[liegeprime]

Got Quakewave and Dr. Wu's partners

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03815_zps32a6cbb2.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03815_zps32a6cbb2.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03814_zps639585ad.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03814_zps639585ad.jpg.html)

[ILikeSoundwave]

How I would love to own a Quakewave:o.....one day.....one day. Nice score liege:D, seen him in-hand and he's great!

[Trent]

Got Quakewave and Dr. Wu's partners

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03815_zps32a6cbb2.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03815_zps32a6cbb2.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03814_zps639585ad.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03814_zps639585ad.jpg.html)

How do those Spike and Sparkplug scale with the Spike that came with MP-10?

And Quakewave is awesome. I was playing with mine today :D

[Jinto]

Great pictures. He looks awesome.

[liegeprime]

How I would love to own a Quakewave:o.....one day.....one day. Nice score liege:D, seen him in-hand and he's great!

Thanks ILS, well he's still available at Chimungmung for $130 plus 20+ shipping and it arrived in just 1 week.

Thanks Jinto! it's an impressive figure Can't believe the light up gimmick on this one really works, prolly the nostalgia thing that makes it more awesome for me heheh - oh and the die cast parts - he's heavier than MP 10.

@Trent: heres a pic comparison of all the victims... erm I mean human allies.. I think Ill just add eyes to the official Spike (with my shitty shaky hands Im likely to ruin it ahah) coz the 3PP one is too tall even taller than "Saprkplug"... from now on that one will be random victim # 1:D:p Im planning now on getting more while these are still in production, also in case I break em, they're of good plastic but I feel like Im gonna break or loosen them up real quick on play.

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03817_zpsd5126af9.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03817_zpsd5126af9.jpg.html)

Anyone here who has painted well those tiny 40,000 something something figures ( I forgot what they're called) who can help paint eyes on my Spike properly and is coming to Parra Fair? Help me out please. :D:o

[lancalot]

just use a fine tip marker ...easier :D

[Hursticon]

UBER jealous Liege, nice acquisitions - I think Quakewave is now solely relegated to eBay, with regards to availability, sadly however. :o
(Should've bit sooner but just couldn't swing the doh at the time :()

[Gasaraki]

UBER jealous Liege, nice acquisitions - I think Quakewave is now solely relegated to eBay, with regards to availability, sadly however. :o
(Should've bit sooner but just couldn't swing the doh at the time :()

Urr, actually you can get him from BBTS... Haven't checked other sellers but I'm guessing that won't be the only place.

[liegeprime]

UBER jealous Liege, nice acquisitions - I think Quakewave is now solely relegated to eBay, with regards to availability, sadly however. :o
(Should've bit sooner but just couldn't swing the doh at the time :()

NO, not true Hursty. It's still available! I got this from Chimungmung - $130 plus 20+ shipping. Of course combined with other stuff that you can buy from them, postage cost goes down. They've got MP Bluestreak already as well. But Im getting mine from BBTS to add to my POL so I held back. There's still a chance to get one Hursty... This is the 3rd production run apparently and it came with the extra hands (opaque) and arm set so you can put the hose underneath ( I didn't bother with mine), & a set of symbol stickers - also the batteries are already installed so no need to look for it in the shops (apparently of the small button variety)

[Gasaraki]

Got this kit a few months ago and was wanting to post pics but only got round to it now! I think it's a very nice little upgrade kit, and for $16 from RK is rather reasonable.

ROTF Voyager Bludgeon is one of those special figures that come along occasionally... a burst of fresh creativity and passion that almost palpably infuses a TF toy. What this kit does is address two of the obvious weaknesses in an otherwise very good toy - the ugly head that doesn't look like G1 or anything else, and those bendy plastic swords that have a tendency to be anything but straight.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/Transformers/DSC_0594.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/Transformers/DSC_0594.jpg.html)

Ah, the magic of chrome... the swords are a massive improvement, and for me they are very nicely reminiscent of the Gundam Astray Red Frame (http://www.toytoyou.com/images/Gundam/Gundam-Astray/Toytoyou-Gundam-model-image-MBF-P02KAI-Gundam-Astray-Red-Frame-kai-6.jpg) model (one of the most popular and coolest of all time).


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/Transformers/IMG_2603.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/Transformers/IMG_2603.jpg.html)

We even get a choice of faces, but I think this full skull look is definitely the better compared with the jawless look of the alternative face. I took a Gundam marker to mine, filling in the recesses and then rubbing it mostly off with a cotton bud to get the increased contrast which I think enhances the look. The helmet is also an improvement over the original, but it's loose, so is guaranteed to fall off in transformation, and is also difficult to keep in place in the recess where the head sits in tank mode. Additionally, the color of the brown doesn't quite match the original. These, so far, are the only weaknesses of the kit I have to complain about.

Overall, I'd give this Headrobots kit 8/10.

[Mythirax]

Nice little review, you should of lens flared his teeth in the second photo though :P

[liegeprime]

Thanks goodness the SXS AO3 add on works!! now I can play with Generations blitzwing without the annoying shoulder problem!! :):D
Im showing here the left one coz that's the problem shoulder for my figure.

So easy to install, just slide it in... same for the head, I don't really miss the triple head gimmick, coz now he has really cool light piping and even though the color scheme of the add on does not match the figure, I ain't too fussed honestly. For me it works like highlights. I also like that they've given him a bigger gun and it's purple too!

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03861_zps97334874.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03861_zps97334874.jpg.html)
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03859_zps4bc6ede6.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03859_zps4bc6ede6.jpg.html)
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03858_zps2d8a1ba4.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03858_zps2d8a1ba4.jpg.html)

[Tallestblue]

TW-02 Orion arrived today.Very nice toy. a bit fiddly and lacking in accessories compared to other Toyworld offerings but still a damn fine not-Optimus.
http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/orionbotmode_zps6cfbcef0.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/orionbotmode_zps6cfbcef0.jpg.html)

I popped a spare Autobot sticker on him to add some authenticity.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/orion1_zps78115131.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/orion1_zps78115131.jpg.html)

And he turns into a Truck! Who knew?

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/Oriontruck_zpse78c693b.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/Oriontruck_zpse78c693b.jpg.html)


"One shall stand......Uhhh...Line!?"

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/OrionvHegemon_zps8d2bb003.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/OrionvHegemon_zps8d2bb003.jpg.html)

[liegeprime]

oh I knew I forgot to post my new 3rd party stuff :p

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03876_zpsebc61529.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03876_zpsebc61529.jpg.html)

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03877_zpsd7591490.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC03877_zpsd7591490.jpg.html)

[spiderken17]

TW-02 Orion arrived today.Very nice toy. a bit fiddly and lacking in accessories compared to other Toyworld offerings but still a damn fine not-Optimus.


What scale is he and how much does he go for? I would like an Optimus for my CHUG collection and don't really like any of the official stuff.

[Gasaraki]

What scale is he and how much does he go for? I would like an Optimus for my CHUG collection and don't really like any of the official stuff.

He's larger than Voyager, definitely larger than Classics OP, so it's sorta Ultra class. Can't seem to find him at the usual stores ATM, iirc he went for around the $120 mark???

Hmmm... Does CHUG get updated to CHUUG or CHUGU with the latest series United? :confused:

[Tallestblue]

Here's a side-by-side with classics Optimus for scale. He's definitely Ultra class.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/oriop_zps3da77863.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/oriop_zps3da77863.jpg.html)

FYI I got mine off Ebay from a Hong Kong seller for $99 US which was about $110 Australian with free shipping.

I have no Idea why TFsource and BBTS never carried this guy. I
m assuming because they didn't want to make Hasbro angry?

[Lord_Zed]

Toy World Orion is just a little bit taller than their Hegemon toy, and a fair bit beefier.

I got mine from Acetoystore. I like mine except for the fact it was freaking miss-assembled, seeking a replacement part from them so I'll let you know whether or not I recommend Acetoystrore when that situation is resolved. Still I would recommend Orion for anyone who feels that Classic Prime is starting to look a little too weedy on their display shelf. Now that TFC Orion is on mine Classic Springer and Igear Weapons Specialist can no longer push the other short guys around. ;)

[ChlorHex]

Here's a side-by-side with classics Optimus for scale. He's definitely Ultra class.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/oriop_zps3da77863.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/oriop_zps3da77863.jpg.html)


That's a good comparison photo that's unfortunately swayed me to get this figure now.
Like the fact that Prime's a lot larger in size and way beefier than expected compared to the official product pictures.
How are the joints and does it easily acquire stress marks when you transform it?
Thanks.

[VERT]

My early x mas present just arrived. Yes it arrived on a sat. Cant say how amazing this is. Its just so so very good :D


http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20131123_092855.jpg

[liegeprime]

That he is VERT, theres plenty of play value on that figure and surprises as well. :)

[Gofigure]

Yeah I'm impressed too

And far less pink in person, much more red which is good

Happy to have given away $100 on this :)



TW-02 Orion arrived today.Very nice toy. a bit fiddly and lacking in accessories compared to other Toyworld offerings but still a damn fine not-Optimus.
http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/orionbotmode_zps6cfbcef0.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/orionbotmode_zps6cfbcef0.jpg.html)

I popped a spare Autobot sticker on him to add some authenticity.

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/orion1_zps78115131.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/orion1_zps78115131.jpg.html)

And he turns into a Truck! Who knew?

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/Oriontruck_zpse78c693b.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/Oriontruck_zpse78c693b.jpg.html)


"One shall stand......Uhhh...Line!?"

http://i1249.photobucket.com/albums/hh508/Tallestblue/OrionvHegemon_zps8d2bb003.jpg (http://s1249.photobucket.com/user/Tallestblue/media/OrionvHegemon_zps8d2bb003.jpg.html)

[VERT]

Mine arrived. Very nice

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20131127_135344-1.jpg

[Hursticon]

My 1st purchase from Chimungmung (http://chimungmung.com/) arrived today and boy did I get a great deal on a figure that I both thought I had missed out on and has incurred a staggering mark-up on the after-market! :eek:


I like to think that in the last 8 or so years I've developed a fairly thick plating against being pressured by my peers... In this case though, both Deceptic_Optics & 1AZRAEL1 won-out however. :D

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0109_zpsf9834933.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0106_zps6ab71573.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0107_zps26d93de7.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0108_zps560f1943.jpg


This is a "Masterpiece" of a 3rd Party figure, in every regard! :cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0110_zps971a1726.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0115_zps0b3e69a0.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0111_zps9ca1c170.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0113_zpsbc7566a2.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0112_zps9e398261.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0117_zps0b769350.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0114_zpsfc971b7d.jpg


That blazing yellow LED of his makes EVERY other figure's optics look completely dead by comparison :o:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0118_zpsdf8f0f30.jpg


So this figure, being from the 3rd production run by FansToys, came with the replacement "solid" mauve hand & blaster along with the substitute left forearm assembly, which allows for the hose's connection to be rotated under the arm ala G1 accuracy. :p

The new forearm assembly unfortunately negates the ability to also have the LED functionality, as there simply isn't the necessary space available (Without major modification) to allow for the battery-pack and/or switch - this is absolutely no issue for me however as I had always intended to withdraw both batteries at anyway. :)

The process of swapping the parts out was really easy; the only hassle was that the screw's heads are slightly too large for their recesses in the rotating part of the replacement forearm, otherwise it was actually a really enjoyable 15 or so minutes and the bonus faction stickers were also an absolute blessing! :cool:
(The batteries were already present too; they weren't mentioned in the listing at all and also made it through customs! :eek:)

All in all, I'm thoroughly pleased and satisfied that I've got my $173-worth out of this amazing figure (Sans-postage it came to $135 :cool:) and I can't wait to see/handle FansToys upcoming efforts :D, as they are clearly the "goto" for Masterpiece-level 3rd Party figures. ;)

[Bidoofdude]

My 1st purchase from Chimungmung (http://chimungmung.com/) arrived today and boy did I get a great deal on a figure that I both thought I had missed out on and has incurred a staggering mark-up on the after-market! :eek:


I like to think that in the last 8 or so years I've developed a fairly thick plating against being pressured by my peers... In this case though, both Deceptic_Optics & 1AZRAEL1 won-out however. :D

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0109_zpsf9834933.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0106_zps6ab71573.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0107_zps26d93de7.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0108_zps560f1943.jpg


This is a "Masterpiece" of a 3rd Party figure, in every regard! :cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0110_zps971a1726.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0115_zps0b3e69a0.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0111_zps9ca1c170.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0113_zpsbc7566a2.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0112_zps9e398261.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0117_zps0b769350.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0114_zpsfc971b7d.jpg


That blazing yellow LED of his makes EVERY other figure's optics look completely dead by comparison :o:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/DSCI0118_zpsdf8f0f30.jpg


So this figure, being from the 3rd production run by FansToys, came with the replacement "solid" mauve hand & blaster along with the substitute left forearm assembly, which allows for the hose's connection to be rotated under the arm ala G1 accuracy. :p

The new forearm assembly unfortunately negates the ability to also have the LED functionality, as there simply isn't the necessary space available (Without major modification) to allow for the battery-pack and/or switch - this is absolutely no issue for me however as I had always intended to withdraw both batteries at anyway. :)

The process of swapping the parts out was really easy; the only hassle was that the screw's heads are slightly too large for their recesses in the rotating part of the replacement forearm, otherwise it was actually a really enjoyable 15 or so minutes and the bonus faction stickers were also an absolute blessing! :cool:
(The batteries were already present too; they weren't mentioned in the listing at all and also made it through customs! :eek:)

All in all, I'm thoroughly pleased and satisfied that I've got my $173-worth out of this amazing figure (Sans-postage it came to $135 :cool:) and I can't wait to see/handle FansToys upcoming efforts :D, as they are clearly the "goto" for Masterpiece-level 3rd Party figures. ;)

Nice. If I miss the Grimlock by the time I have money at Christmas, this guy is next. ;)

[liegeprime]

Congrats Hursty, told you they still have it :D:D! hehehe. I see you've changed the hands to the opaque kit ones. Does the lighting for the hand cannon still work if you change it? I haven't done mine at all as Im quite happy wherever the hose may be.:)

[Tallestblue]

Same here, liege. I'm just a sucker for a light-up feature.Welcome to the club, Hursty!

[liegeprime]

Same here, liege. I'm just a sucker for a light-up feature.Welcome to the club, Hursty!

Well the light up gimmick really enhances the play on the figure - well this one does hehehe. I didn't wanna ruin it I guess :D:p

[Hursticon]

Nice. If I miss the Grimlock by the time I have money at Christmas, this guy is next. ;)

If you sadly DO end up missing out on MP Grimlock dude, you'll be just as pleased I reckon with this Cycloptic-Masterpiece of a Cybertronian Guardian. ;):cool:


Congrats Hursty... I see you've changed the hands to the opaque kit ones. Does the lighting for the hand cannon still work if you change it? I haven't done mine at all as Im quite happy wherever the hose may be.:)

Cheers Liege,

If you swap out the transparent gun for the solid one, but leave the original forearm in place, then yes the light-up gimmick will indeed still work - you'd just have to be very careful when extracting the LED assembly from within one gun, then and inserting it into other. ;):cool:

The light-up gimmick will only be negated if you decide to replace the original forearm with that of the new "Hose Rotating" forearm, as the new forearm does not have the spatial requirements to house either the battery-pack or the LED's circuit board/switch; I have seen that someone has been able to have the new forearm AND retain the light-up gimmick, but heavy modification was required in order to achieve both. :o

I hope that's helped mate. :)


Welcome to the club, Hursty!

It's a pretty damn-wicked club to be a part of. :D

[ITZTRU]

damn that looks awesome. I hope they still have some in three weeks or so. Or - given that I'm in the Philippines at the moment, I wonder if the postage might be significantly cheaper...?

[ChlorHex]

Dang it!
I'm now very VERY tempted to get me that Shockwave because of your pics...
It looks mighty awesome!

[Hursticon]

damn that looks awesome. I hope they still have some in three weeks or so. Or - given that I'm in the Philippines at the moment, I wonder if the postage might be significantly cheaper...?


Dang it!
I'm now very VERY tempted to get me that Shockwave because of your pics...
It looks mighty awesome!

:D

You guys had better get him whilst he's hot ;), I don't believe they're doing to be doing a 4th run. :o

[millhouse]

Second hand Hegemon that (unfortunately) had a bit of creative paintwork applied to him prior to my acquisition.

Still, a bit of Goo Remover (magic stuff!) stripped the silver that had been applied to the front/centre of his legs) and cleaned up the stray red from just below his chest (that had also rubbed off on his chest). Which I quickly replaced with a bit of red Sharpie to very good results.

Could have done without the silver paint on the legs, but I figured it'd be an easy removal job when it started sticking to my finger as I was cleaning the red off him.

[liegeprime]

damn that looks awesome. I hope they still have some in three weeks or so. Or - given that I'm in the Philippines at the moment, I wonder if the postage might be significantly cheaper...?

Nope it wont be any cheaper. Chimungmung has a fixed postage cost for each item already mentioned in the item description, be it for US or within Asia. Of course since your in Phils at the moment, have you tried going to Greenhills? There might be one on sale at the moment in one of the hobby shops - Big boys toy store or Greattoys.

Also since your there, the Toys and Gifts fair will be on at Dec 8 at Megamall Megatrade hall - there could be one being on sale there as the same hobby shop owners would be having their tables set up in it, albeit not as big as it would've been as Toycon on June. But, it would save you on postage as it will be already there. I know my friend did buy his Quakewave in one of the shops in GH last month, so they might have extras as Im sure theyd order more than just few since the item is sought after.

Thanks for clearing that up Hursty. Now Im more certain I WONT be tampering with the forearm and keep the original as I kinda like the glowing light gimmick. :D

[ITZTRU]

thanks heaps for that info liege. I leave on the 9th. I now know what I'm doing on the 8th ;)

Cheers

Justin

[VERT]

My box of three Sharkies arrived today. But alas its for x mas. Still had a quick look on the sly:rolleyes:

[lancalot]

My box of three Sharkies arrived today. But alas its for x mas. Still had a quick look on the sly:rolleyes:

Yeah?... I want to see if they any good before I buy them..... well hopfully I don't have to wait until xmas for someone to do a short review of them!

[VERT]

Well from what I have seen they look real nice. Chrome eyes and sharp parts. Each one has a different face and are about the size of a real large basic or scout class figure.

Then again with how deluxe figures are shrinking. ...........

[liegeprime]

thanks heaps for that info liege. I leave on the 9th. I now know what I'm doing on the 8th ;)

Cheers

Justin

Word of Advice, BE EARLY last time I attended it I was there on opening time so I managed to get in and look around with ease, I think it was around 10 am or something they opened. But by lunchtime it was packed. One thing I hate is having lotsa kids in the way when shopping, only because they don't have a sense to GET OUT OF THE WAY! Also if you wait til like midday, the line to get in is gona be long as. Sometimes reaches up to the stairways and can be kinda slow moving. Remember if they don't have it at the Fair ask if they've got it on stock at their Greenhills branch (if their GH based ehehe), there a, FX (taxi service) terminal at the back of Mega A ( Megatrade hall are on Mega B) that goes to Greenhills and viceversa so it'll be easy to just go there within the day as well. Happy shopping!

[VERT]

And todays arrival FP not Brainstorm

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20131204_222750.jpg

[Hursticon]

Man I hope I can afford one of those next pay... as well as hoping stock lasts until then! :o

[Megatron]

My 1st purchase from Chimungmung (http://chimungmung.com/) arrived today and boy did I get a great deal on a figure that I both thought I had missed out on and has incurred a staggering mark-up on the after-market! :eek:
...



Congrats on your Shockwave, Hursti! He is indeed a very beautiful "MP" figure and just looks kick ass next to Soundwave. :D

[Hursticon]

Congrats on your Shockwave, Hursti! He is indeed a very beautiful "MP" figure and just looks kick ass next to Soundwave. :D

Danke schön! :D - Pretty pleased with him indeed, he's been assisting Soundwave in keeping all those Seeker MPs in check. ;):cool:

[Ultra Mackness]

It's been a while since I've really visited this section of the boards and there have been some impressive 3P pickups for people!

For me it's the "other" camera not-reflector, Photron, courtesy of board member Kelvinchang. Unfortunately no photos at this stage as we're moving house atm, but some thoughts:

REALISTIC alt mode. Although you can see many panel separation cracks up close, even from about half a metre away, it just looks like a real camera. The weight is surprising too. No die cast that I could identify, but it still has quite a heft to it and the quality of the plastic (on mine anyway) is pretty good. Each of the different robots have slightly different designs but all look very similar too. The only downside is the lack of weapons - only one small gun each.

The difference in size of the robots will either put you off or win you over. For me it's a win. I like the interpretation and I think Photron will become my Classics representation of Reflector.

[UltraMarginal]

Unfortunately no photos at this stage as we're moving house atm, but some thoughts:


Oh the irony

http://zestforveracity.files.wordpress.com/2013/01/irony-tshirt-logo-hr.jpg

[Ultra Mackness]

I didn't even think of that, but you're absolutely right! :)

[Blink90210]

It's been a while since I've really visited this section of the boards and there have been some impressive 3P pickups for people!

For me it's the "other" camera not-reflector, Photron, courtesy of board member Kelvinchang. Unfortunately no photos at this stage as we're moving house atm, but some thoughts:

REALISTIC alt mode. Although you can see many panel separation cracks up close, even from about half a metre away, it just looks like a real camera. The weight is surprising too. No die cast that I could identify, but it still has quite a heft to it and the quality of the plastic (on mine anyway) is pretty good. Each of the different robots have slightly different designs but all look very similar too. The only downside is the lack of weapons - only one small gun each.

The difference in size of the robots will either put you off or win you over. For me it's a win. I like the interpretation and I think Photron will become my Classics representation of Reflector.

Looking forward to seeing those pics, sounds like an awesome set. The camera mode looks incredible.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Purchased this from Chimungmung on Weds 11th Dec and receiving it on Mon 16th Dec, amazing!

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii640/Suspectimus/ToyWorld_Trace_001_Boxed_zps175dd004.jpg

I've also put up a few more pics here (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=391152#post391152).

[theheretic]

Finally picked up Planet X "Genesis" with head and lights last night. Also got the FOC not swoop from them too.

[VERT]

wwwwwwwhat is not swoop like :eek::D

[kup]

wwwwwwwhat is not swoop like :eek::D

He is FOC Swoop like.

[VERT]

And he is now ordered

[theheretic]

And he is now ordered

Very nice. I am yet to open mine. So much stuff on at this time of year between work and family and friends. I'll be sure to post a few pics over the weekend.

[kup]

I haven't opened Smart Robin yet. Ended up with several toys at once.

The UT Sharkies are really cool though. Highly recommended.

[Trent]

So, Fortis drops into my pile of loot 2 days after I hit the ship button.

Damn.

Oh well. He can sit there until Diesel comes in now.

[Gasaraki]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v486/iling79/Transformers/DSC_0774.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/iling79/media/Transformers/DSC_0774.jpg.html)

Planet-X Caelus came today! First impressions:
- Deluxe sized, apart from the wing span which exceeds most Deluxe dimensions.
- Good to OK plastic... solid enough but it's that collector/adult only type, softer than FP Stunticons for example.
- Very nice paint job.

Will post more pics and impressions tomorrow.

[theheretic]

Here's a group pic for size comparison. Swoop is on one knee here though.
http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l483/theheretic17/20131221_190319_zps191243bb.jpg

[liegeprime]

Nice, he does quite match well with FOC Grimlock ei...can we see a height comparison shot with swoop standing alongside Grimy please. Thanks.

IS the company who made this figure also making the rest of the Dinobots?

[CBratron]

Nice, he does quite match well with FOC Grimlock ei...can we see a height comparison shot with swoop standing alongside Grimy please. Thanks.

Already an image out there somewhere.
I'm waiting for Unique Toys Maniaking (aka Galvatron) to become available before grabbing the Sharky trio and Caelus. I just hope they don't run out of stock.

http://www.capturedprey.com/store/image/cache/data/products/planetx_px02_caelus_06-700x700.jpg

[Gasaraki]

IS the company who made this figure also making the rest of the Dinobots?

How I really wish that there was even some hints, but nothing said so far as I know. It makes a lot of sense to do so, but will likely partly depend on response to Caelus. The size and cost of 3rd party MP scale dinobots (ie Scoria) doesn't take my fancy, so I'm really hoping for more CHUG scale stuff!

[VERT]

Got the last Predacon today. So hello Preadaking :D

http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/46b4f859-731b-401d-8a7c-5731e2fad958.jpg (http://s1237.photobucket.com/user/VERTYSNAP/media/46b4f859-731b-401d-8a7c-5731e2fad958.jpg.html)

[spiderken17]

Which set is that?

[Hursticon]

...it's been a while but I performed a shoot today and I think there may be some who are interested in this ONSLAUGHT of PHOTOS of UniqueToys: SHARKIES!!!

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_01_zps4c0fc648.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_02_zps00c99f74.jpg


The next pictures shows all the parts that are extremely loose & very easy to loose; mileage may vary but all of the right shoulder-pads and the antennae on my set fall off/out regularly - it should also be noted that the guns do not have anywhere to store when in Beast mode...

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_03_zps60f3610f.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_04_zpsff4a4a82.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_05_zps9f23d91c.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_06_zps99774cda.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_07_zpsd90ce061.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_08_zpsa49809ee.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_09_zps32e55768.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_10_zps9cf22fe6.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_11_zpsef76d108.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_12_zps5cf67148.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_13_zpsee465a97.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_14_zps7a2db7e3.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_15_zps2ea7f09b.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_16_zps285c33dd.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_17_zps7574e892.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_18_zps7f6be20a.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_19_zps7f91bff1.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_20_zps38e23653.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_21_zpse6cc9976.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_22_zps9ce2e0e3.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_23_zpse05a0e0f.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2013%20Acquisitions/Sharkies_24_zps10c0631f.jpg



Plastic quality isn't all that bad, not the best employed by a 3rd Party group but definitely not the worst either. ;)
The transformation is very easy, one just has to make sure that the Bot mode head doesn't get caught when folding the legs up into the torso. :)
My set seems to have slightly loose left-arm elbow-ball joints, there is a sweet spot however. :o


It does feel that 1 or 2 more passes in the QC department would've eliminated these niggling issues and that's it - these figures are otherwise REALLY fun little G1 homages of the Sharkticons/Gnaw and I'd definitely recommend them. :D:cool:

[Mythirax]

I very much enjoyed scrolling through your shoot Hursticon :D:D Encore! Encore! Where's episode two?

[VERT]

Which set is that?

UniqueToys Predacons:D

[kup]

Awesome pics!

I can store the guns in the roof of the mouth. There is a lot of space there.

[lancalot]

cool pic hursti .... they lots of fun aren't they! ..I love them ... my one the horn were the worst ,they keep dropping off... but I didn't have any problem with the shoulder at all...didn't even know they could come off !

[liegeprime]

Arrived just before Christmas :D
Just need Gen. Hoist to arrive, Trailcutter's is already, "ïnstalled", so to speak heheh Coulve gone for the boxless 6 pack of Sharkies, but I wanna try em out first.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC04110_zpsa4f11dc5.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC04110_zpsa4f11dc5.jpg.html)
Group shot
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC04112_zps459f00a6.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC04112_zps459f00a6.jpg.html)
Uh Oh I think they smell an energon treat in you there somewhere....
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC04111_zps180663ed.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2013%20Acquisitions/DSC04111_zps180663ed.jpg.html)

[Gasaraki]

Apologies for being later than promised, but thoughts and review on Planet X Caelus now posted here (http://otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=392073#post392073).

[liegeprime]

more goodies from Chimungmung

Cretaceous Advancement for FOC Grimy and Dr. Wu's missles for MP Bluestreak.

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04177_zpsb4f03d83.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04177_zpsb4f03d83.jpg.html)
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04187_zps647e1981.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04187_zps647e1981.jpg.html)
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04188_zpse4fc0980.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04188_zpse4fc0980.jpg.html)
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04190_zps8b4d313d.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04190_zps8b4d313d.jpg.html)

[Sky Shadow]

http://img690.imageshack.us/img690/4596/26na.png

iGear TFCon Roswell and Van Guardian. 'Review' here (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=394688).

[loophole]

I finally pulled the trigger and bought Quakewave.... and he is an amazing figure!! Very pleased with him the only dilemma I'm having is wether or not to change his arm around so that the hose is underneath.

[Iriorne]

If you're not using the light feature, I'd say swap the arm. You can still choose hose on top or bottom, and you remove the switch and potentially delicate electronics. Plus, if you don't like it you can always swap it back. :)

[Gofigure]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7439/11905037066_feda9d06e9.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/109329537@N03/11905037066/)
image (http://www.flickr.com/photos/109329537@N03/11905037066/) by adgtfw2005 (http://www.flickr.com/people/109329537@N03/), on Flickr

Broke out caelus and he is all kinds of awesome

Feels pretty sturdy and quality of paint is great

I'm in love

[Mythirax]

Broke out caelus and he is all kinds of awesome

Feels pretty sturdy and quality of paint is great

I'm in love

When you say sturdy, is his plastic on par with FOC Grimlock? Or not as strong as that? Looks an awesome figure though :D

[kup]

When you say sturdy, is his plastic on par with FOC Grimlock? Or not as strong as that? Looks an awesome figure though :D

FOC Grimlock has strong plastic? I have seen KOs with better plastic quality.

[Gofigure]

When you say sturdy, is his plastic on par with FOC Grimlock? Or not as strong as that? Looks an awesome figure though :D

I would say more sturdy

Have only had a brief inspection haven't transformed as yet

But the first thing I do with any new figure is check articulation and how loose joints are. This appears pretty tight and plastic fairly sturdy overall

But will need to do a more detailed inspection I.e. Play ;)

[Mythirax]

FOC Grimlock has strong plastic? I have seen KOs with better plastic quality.

It was in comparison. As strong as his, or not.


I would say more sturdy

Have only had a brief inspection haven't transformed as yet

But the first thing I do with any new figure is check articulation and how loose joints are. This appears pretty tight and plastic fairly sturdy overall

But will need to do a more detailed inspection I.e. Play ;)

Awesome :D

[Gasaraki]

When you say sturdy, is his plastic on par with FOC Grimlock? Or not as strong as that? Looks an awesome figure though :D

Same for me... I'd say FOC Grimlock is almost the lowest point I can think of terms of Transformer plastic 'sturdiness' (although quality may be different consideration - the plastic may in fact be quite lasting, just not very firm at all).

I think the plastic on Caelus in on par with Transformers Generations 2008-2009 figures, but is not as sturdy as say the Fansproject Stunticons. Overall, it's good.

[Mythirax]

Same for me... I'd say FOC Grimlock is almost the lowest point I can think of terms of Transformer plastic 'sturdiness' (although quality may be different consideration - the plastic may in fact be quite lasting, just not very firm at all).

I think the plastic on Caelus in on par with Transformers Generations 2008-2009 figures, but is not as sturdy as say the Fansproject Stunticons. Overall, it's good.

Seems pretty decent then, the price is what's making me hold back on it. Hopefully he hits a small special soon.

[crankcase76]

Aqcuired this comic style MW-03C Hench today from Tfsource.

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps092c171c.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps092c171c.jpg.html)

Also this shiny,shiny MW-01C Spray as well. :D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zpsf690467b.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zpsf690467b.jpg.html)

[Hursticon]

Ooh! :eek:

I'm REALLY tempted by that G2 Seaspray myself Cranky, you'll have to whack up some pics of him if/when you've got the time. ;):)

[crankcase76]

Will do hursti.:) so here are some pics of Spray and comparison to Hench

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps892549c2.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps892549c2.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zpsc90c8eb8.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zpsc90c8eb8.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps3d8212cf.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps3d8212cf.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps11f91e54.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps11f91e54.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps62262481.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps62262481.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zpsd5ce32e5.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zpsd5ce32e5.jpg.html)

[KalEl]

FansProjects Smart Robin

This thing is awesome, for one a figure that 100% lives up to the hype!
Transfomation is incredible and easy once you have done it once.

http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/KalElofKrypton87/BAB7BEF9-D4A9-4472-83D6-94983F44224B_zpspntvjnfa.jpg (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/KalElofKrypton87/media/BAB7BEF9-D4A9-4472-83D6-94983F44224B_zpspntvjnfa.jpg.html)

http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/KalElofKrypton87/CB02FA40-1DBD-47AC-A098-06FB40A43825_zpsslyj8msq.jpg (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/KalElofKrypton87/media/CB02FA40-1DBD-47AC-A098-06FB40A43825_zpsslyj8msq.jpg.html)

[Megatran]

FansProjects Smart Robin

This thing is awesome

http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/KalElofKrypton87/BAB7BEF9-D4A9-4472-83D6-94983F44224B_zpspntvjnfa.jpg (http://s1271.photobucket.com/user/KalElofKrypton87/media/BAB7BEF9-D4A9-4472-83D6-94983F44224B_zpspntvjnfa.jpg.html)

It's hard to focus on Smart Robin with the TV on. :p

[Hursticon]

@Cranky: Cheers mate! - Those are excellent photos that show him off well :D; bit of a pain that his Alt mode windows aren't painted in but I imagine that wouldn't be terribly hard to do one's self. ;):)

@Kal_El: Great snaps dude, will he be getting a review? :cool:

[Slag]

Those look great. Really like that first robot pose on Spray...

Smart Robin looks solid.


Bit the bullet and bought this guy today.
http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0004_zpse73b9e2f.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0004_zpse73b9e2f.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0010_zpsc952f321.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0010_zpsc952f321.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0012_zps1393fd8c.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0012_zps1393fd8c.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0013_zps70375d65.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0013_zps70375d65.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0014_zps91868076.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0014_zps91868076.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0015_zpsd368e2a9.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0015_zpsd368e2a9.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0019_zps1209148b.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0019_zps1209148b.jpg.html)

a few more... with the wings out:o and some of the screw plugs applied.

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0023_zpsc3c980bf.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0023_zpsc3c980bf.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0024_zps69f0307f.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0024_zps69f0307f.jpg.html)

[Gofigure]

God he looks good slag :)

I've still got mine sealed and in cardboard shipping box....I'm extremely tempted to bust this out sooner rather than later

[Slag]

God he looks good slag :)

I've still got mine sealed and in cardboard shipping box....I'm extremely tempted to bust this out sooner rather than later

I am pretty impressed. I didn't think i'd ever get the chance to own one. a bit more strength in the shoulders might of helped. I mean, they're strong and all, but they have to carry those massive forearms. I wanted to get a pic of him crushing g1 Misfire but the joint just wouldn't allow it. It would probably be fine with a limb bot..

either way.. very happy:D

[Slag]

I'm extremely tempted to bust this out sooner rather than later

Do it!!:D

[Hursticon]

@Slag: Agreed with Gofigure, those are some great shots man as he really does look to be a damn solid giant - Love the shot with G1 Omega especially. :cool:

[Bidoofdude]

@Slag: Agreed with Gofigure, those are some great shots man as he really does look to be a damn solid giant - Love the shot with G1 Omega especially. :cool:

G1 looks like his little baby brother. How tall is G1 Supreme exactly?! He looks pretty big, with Genesis being taller than a supreme himself by quite a bit.

[millhouse]

Looks great!

[Hursticon]

How tall is G1 Supreme exactly?! He looks pretty big...

To the top of his head, dude, he's roughly 27cm tall - Buy one. ;):cool:

[Bidoofdude]

To the top of his head, dude, he's roughly 27cm tall - Buy one. ;):cool:

Been searching for one for ages. Hopefully encore.

[Hursticon]

Been searching for one for ages. Hopefully encore.

Encore would be the route that I'd take mate, it'd be far more likely you'd get a 100% working example that way. ;):)

[Slag]

As Hurstcon said, Encore would be the way to go Bidoofdude, plus you'll get a face for him:).
Genesis is only a couple of inches taller measuring head to head, less so if you count the wings. It's just the sheer size of those forearms that impresses me the most.

just had to add one or two more pics in the "come at me bro" stance:p just for size comparison.
(plus i found out he has 6 little rotating turrets, 4 on the hips, 2 on the wings.
a nice touch)
http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0030_zps68350d4d.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0030_zps68350d4d.jpg.html)

http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee476/teammembernumber8/IMG_0031_zpsd69f5656.jpg (http://s1229.photobucket.com/user/teammembernumber8/media/IMG_0031_zpsd69f5656.jpg.html)

[theshape]

Very nice mate

[canofwhoopass_87]

Anyone used this website before for 3rd party purchases?

http://www.x2otoys.com/index.php

Their prices are generally cheaper than other online retailers

[canofwhoopass_87]

Wait it looks like it's Malaysia-shipping-only! Nvm

[Gofigure]

like my cannons? Slag?

[Slag]

Hey.. If you're referring to Caelus then... hell yeah!. he's high on the list of things to get this year. one of my favourite displays of G1 was to have omega surrounded by Dinobots. Hopefully they carry on and make all 5 of them for us:)

Or the other 3 at least if we're going to count Grimlock already.

[Gofigure]

haha sorry dude :)

i was quoting your Planet X Omega.......he sure is loaded!

[Gofigure]

And yes ..... more dinobots please!!!!!

[VERT]

This bad boy arrived today. I understand why its so expensive. Even has die cast. Amazing and complex. Paint detailing that you would expect on a well made gundam kit.
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20140121_113339-1.jpg

[UltraMarginal]

That looks really nice, i'm still undecided if I want it. but it looks really nice.

[ILikeSoundwave]

How tall does he stand Vert?

[VERT]

I dont have him with me now. But about an old ultra class size. Or larger with three layers of extra parts in the box. Including a display stand.

[ChlorHex]

Really like the head sculpt on that 3rd party Fort Max.
How much did you get it for, VERT?

[Gofigure]

Looks great very solid

I'm interested but need to be selective 3p are very costly ;)

[SuspectimusPrime]

Warden was waiting for me when I returned to Sydney yesterday night ;)

Only got around to fiddling with it for a bit. Box is the size of MMC Hexatron's. The figure is incredibly well made. No pics yet, however paint job is spot on, die cast knee guards, ratchet jointed waist swivel, ratchet jointed ab crunch, tiny light piping for his headmaster, and his tank treads roll and are made from rubber.

[maxirod]

Anyone used this website before for 3rd party purchases?

http://www.x2otoys.com/index.php

Their prices are generally cheaper than other online retailers

I bought some of my items from them. Have asked them to ship to AU for me but they wont do it for other customers as they are not big enough to cater international shipping for everyone. Tho' the price for PE Warden just went up from RM360 to RM415.

[VERT]

Not Galvatron arrived today.
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20140123_133257.jpg
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20140123_124025.jpg

[Gofigure]

Decepticons decal already slapped on

Nice ;)

[VERT]

Put his con sticker on as soon as he came out of the box. Box is also real good. Its like the old club packages. Real hard cardboard with the cut out soft rubber inside.

[Megatran]

There appears to be a lot of metal rivets on Maniaking that I hadn't noticed before. It's more noticeable against the purple regions.

[kup]

Decepticons decal already slapped on

Nice ;)

How evil those dirty 3rd party people slapping official insignias onto their toys :p

[VERT]

Yeah I feel dirty. Had to have a wash to get the stink of 3rd party off. ;)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN0XRkSyhwM

[Gofigure]

how is the fig btw? pretty tight sculpt it looks like?

[Trent]

Don't suppose we could get a pic next to FP Rodimus?

[VERT]

Dont have a FP Rodimus. So cant do that. The figure is great. Unique toys just get better with each release.

[CBratron]

Dont have a FP Rodimus. So cant do that. The figure is great. Unique toys just get better with each release.

Give me a sec. Just picked up the parcel from the Auspost business hub.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/827/phxu.jpg

[Trent]

Give me a sec. Just picked up the parcel from the Auspost business hub.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1024x768q90/827/phxu.jpg

Cheers. They kinda go together. Roddy is starting to show his age and the fact he is an add-on though.

[klystron]

Well, let's see how this goes...

http://i43.tinypic.com/11uypo3.jpg

[klystron]

Anyone used this website before for 3rd party purchases?

http://www.x2otoys.com/index.php

Their prices are generally cheaper than other online retailers

I just used them for the IF EX-01 Grimlock add-on.
Go thru the checkout process, but don't acutally pay for your item. They will quote a total (with shipping). If you like the total, pay. If you don't, cancel the order. Pretty easy to deal with too.

[Gofigure]

Cheers. They kinda go together. Roddy is starting to show his age and the fact he is an add-on though.

Damn

That just sold me on the fig

[VERT]

Fans project Motormaster and Toyworld Bumblebee arrived today.
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20140128_133005.jpg
http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff473/VERTYSNAP/20140128_132957.jpg

[Sutton]

My Diesel arrived today too, and he is fantastic. Menasor is really good, at least on a par with MT Giant.

[Gasaraki]

My Diesel arrived today too, and he is fantastic. Menasor is really good, at least on a par with MT Giant.

On par in quality but smaller/shorter I expect??

Got Diesel in my BBTS POL but I think I'll wait for Skids to get in there before I ship now...

[SuspectimusPrime]

Not Galvatron arrived today.
*snip*


Give me a sec. Just picked up the parcel from the Auspost business hub.
*snip*

He looks great guys. How are his knees for the both of you?
Any of the floppiness mentioned by KumaStyle (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvSOPL9m5Uo) and Peaugh (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKidH5Y0p6w)?

[CBratron]

He looks great guys. How are his knees for the both of you?
Any of the floppiness mentioned by KumaStyle (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvSOPL9m5Uo) and Peaugh (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKidH5Y0p6w)?

I don't have a problem. If I hold the figure horizontally by its feet, it doesn't bend until I start shaking it.

Looks like a screw goes straight through the axis of the knee joint and can always be tightened if there is a problem.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Received my FP Weirdwolf & Brainstorm. Not messing with the fake names since there'll never be a better representation of the characters in my collection (especially now they've donned their emblem stickers!)

I'm really happy with both. They're not perfect figures if you want to get picky - not everything tabs perfectly on Weirdwolf, and some articulation limitations that could have been avoided. But they are ingenious, beautiful pieces that really stand out on the shelf. I absolutely love the rich colour and material quality.

Pricey but worth it, i've been waiting for a re-imagined Headmasters (and Animated Bulkhead does NOT count!) since i got back into collecting. I have vague memories of playing with my friends' HM's when i was a kid... Mindwipe and Skullcruncher if memory serves.

Will definitely be down for FP Mindwipe now and really hope they continue with more! In the meantime i'm trying to see how i can muster some extra cred with the wife for Chromedome...!

[VERT]

I don't have a problem. If I hold the figure horizontally by its feet, it doesn't bend until I start shaking it.

Looks like a screw goes straight through the axis of the knee joint and can always be tightened if there is a problem.

Yeah no problems with him at all.

[millhouse]

Bii, Caelus, and Maniaking arrived today.

Happy with all, but would love a replacement canon for not-Galvatron...

[fatbot]

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo146/fatbot/1488818_10202742839389861_1315482015_n_zps626c7b89 .jpg (http://s370.photobucket.com/user/fatbot/media/1488818_10202742839389861_1315482015_n_zps626c7b89 .jpg.html)

I'll do better pics when I get a chance

[crankcase76]

My little friend arrived today and WOW........ :D

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zpsa374dc9d.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zpsa374dc9d.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps7891df7d.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps7891df7d.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps4b367d14.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps4b367d14.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps48029636.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps48029636.jpg.html)

And comparison next to MP Soundwave who is a bit stumped why the decepticons need a bot that big. :)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/image_zps20514c00.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/image_zps20514c00.jpg.html)

[Sky Shadow]

Glacialord. Just chillin'.

http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/1039/7bq0.png

[Trent]

Received my FP Weirdwolf & Brainstorm. Not messing with the fake names since there'll never be a better representation of the characters in my collection (especially now they've donned their emblem stickers!)

I'm really happy with both. They're not perfect figures if you want to get picky - not everything tabs perfectly on Weirdwolf, and some articulation limitations that could have been avoided. But they are ingenious, beautiful pieces that really stand out on the shelf. I absolutely love the rich colour and material quality.

Pricey but worth it, i've been waiting for a re-imagined Headmasters (and Animated Bulkhead does NOT count!) since i got back into collecting. I have vague memories of playing with my friends' HM's when i was a kid... Mindwipe and Skullcruncher if memory serves.

Will definitely be down for FP Mindwipe now and really hope they continue with more! In the meantime i'm trying to see how i can muster some extra cred with the wife for Chromedome...!

They are great aren't they? You know who you need to go with them? PE Warden (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=16928) ;)

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2874/12099675055_ddf0b62c0c_b.jpg
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3696/12148881556_f8b6b40d8b_b.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

Indeed, i felt that the first time i saw those pics!
A bit too pricey for right after a big purchase, but i hope I can still find one at an opportune moment!

[Hursticon]

My little friend arrived today and WOW........ :D

*snip*

Oh man, Cranky! :eek: - Congrats to be the 1st bloke to post pics of this awesome figure, I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of my own and these pics don't make the wait any easier... and I'm perfectly fine with that. :D:cool:

[millhouse]

I was scratching my head thinking what matrix would be appropriate for Mania King to hold.

Bingo: the small one inside Masterpiece Rodimus. Figured I'd borrow it from the one I have in alt mode. Fits like a dream in hand, although i don't have a suitable chain for it. Added bonus of it being in-hand? I don't miss the arm articulation on display!

[CBratron]

I was scratching my head thinking what matrix would be appropriate for Mania King to hold.

Bingo: the small one inside Masterpiece Rodimus. Figured I'd borrow it from the one I have in alt mode. Fits like a dream in hand, although i don't have a suitable chain for it. Added bonus of it being in-hand? I don't miss the arm articulation on display!

Jewelry making chain sounds perfect for this. You may find it in craft or hobby stores.

[doublespy]

Picked this up the other day in China. Love it.

http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/scorer24/4DB36807-02E2-460E-ADEA-60954E2E4AB0-620-00000077C05CFE7B_zps60f084a1.jpg

http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/scorer24/53AB5F2D-E967-44B6-B12E-F47F6C46A0BB-620-0000007728C3D8AF_zpsce6871e4.jpg

http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/scorer24/B0FAB222-391A-4064-86F3-A5478B19E657-620-0000007776AC9598_zps4d9642b0.jpg

http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/scorer24/52FDFA92-39A0-4574-8F56-D0849B1A7A2D-620-000000779AB1B6EA_zpsece19ea0.jpg

http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac134/scorer24/0E40B7B1-83A8-47A2-8564-1381C89996B6-620-00000077AC1CA92F_zps0828b141.jpg

[kup]

How is the general quality? Looks really good.

[lancalot]

he looks good ... very tempted to get him .... both mode look great

[millhouse]

[woops! posted in the wrong thread - apologies]

[doublespy]

He's very solid and well-engineered. The plastic on the doors feel just a tad thin i feel when i transformed him for the first time and the back panel tends to pop off the ball joint if you are not twsting it from the right angle. but after you transform it just once you'll know where everything goes and should be a breeze from there.

[nofacej]

They are great aren't they? You know who you need to go with them? PE Warden (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=16928) ;)

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3696/12148881556_f8b6b40d8b_b.jpg

Not a big fan of the other two FP Headmasters, but these two guys look fantastic, especially in the pose you've got them in. Great stuff.

[1AZRAEL1]

Stuff.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v502/1AZRAEL1/IMG_3942_zps73404038.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/1AZRAEL1/media/IMG_3942_zps73404038.jpg.html)

[Gofigure]

Diesel looks dying to be bursted open ......

[1AZRAEL1]

Diesel looks dying to be bursted open ......

So far I've taken the plastic case out of the box :p

[Hursticon]

Arriving last Monday...

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

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BfripRsCMAAI76v.jpg:large

[crankcase76]

Recieved this yesterday from TfSource to go with my junkions.:)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsd364b9a3.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsd364b9a3.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsea473b57.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsea473b57.jpg.html)

[liegeprime]

Arrived this Thursday, claimed the next day :D

FP Smart Robin. finally.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04349_zps5c283146.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04349_zps5c283146.jpg.html)
and Diesel as well . yessss.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04352_zpsabcdb88c.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04352_zpsabcdb88c.jpg.html)
and something for my MP Prowl as he looks left behind with Streak having all them missles.
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04354_zpse9668fbd.jpg (http://s205.photobucket.com/user/liegeprime/media/2014%20Acquisitions/DSC04354_zpse9668fbd.jpg.html)

[Hursticon]

@Cranky & Liege: Sweet pickups dudes! :eek: - Those add-on sets go a long way to differentiating & homaging the Junkions Cranky, and Liege I'm glad to see you've got your hands on both Diesel & Smart Robin as both are superb FansProject figures. :cool:


My acquisition today comes from the extremely awesome & patient Jinto :D:

FansProject's - Warbot, WB002: SteelCore! :cool:


http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2014%20Acquisitions/19-02-14-02_zps04457094.jpg~original

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These blokes just seem like a great pairing to me, they seem to get along well at any rate ;):D:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2014%20Acquisitions/20-02-14-14_zpsd5454bac.jpg~original

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SteelCore welcoming Rhinox both to The Room and to a Modern Engineering way of life ;):p:
(See the rest of Rhinox's shoot in the "Action Poses" thread (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=773&page=237) :))

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2014%20Acquisitions/20-02-14-16_zpsfbfbeadc.jpg~original

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/2014%20Acquisitions/20-02-14-17_zps3ef26c62.jpg~original

[Mythirax]

Really been wanting a SteelCore, he looks so awesome. What's his current going price, and do you think he's worth it? Even at what ever the current going price is.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Yeah, I'm considering nabbing a Steelcore when the trailer comes out and (I assume) he's rereleased. I'd appreciate your thoughts on him @Hursti.:)

[crankcase76]

This other junkion upgrade arrived today for my little army, really stoked as my army has grown.:)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/6D0CB2AF-EABD-4556-B2C3-846AFD037509_zpsdpytudms.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/6D0CB2AF-EABD-4556-B2C3-846AFD037509_zpsdpytudms.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/80E27C8D-9EB0-4EB3-A14A-38696833A175_zpspzsw9tku.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/80E27C8D-9EB0-4EB3-A14A-38696833A175_zpspzsw9tku.jpg.html)

This is the army so far, have the medic to come to finish of the junkions. :)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/80CC90AB-4B40-4819-8678-85E687CD6F1C_zpsbbl8q1yh.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/80CC90AB-4B40-4819-8678-85E687CD6F1C_zpsbbl8q1yh.jpg.html)

[spiderken17]

are they all based on wreck gar? They look cool.

[CBratron]

It's the same mold as RTS Wreck-Gar. The maroon variant is named Scrapheap and has a different head.

[crankcase76]

It's the same mold as RTS Wreck-Gar. The maroon variant is named Scrapheap and has a different head.

Yep, its scrapheap. I got the 3rd party upgrade today for him.


are they all based on wreck gar? They look cool.

As CBratron mentioned they are all the Wreck-gar mould, 2 from the RTS series and 1 from the Generations series.

[Mythirax]

Got my first 3rd party acquisition! I love it, but I'm gathering Vortex's tail fin isn't cut correctly? As it doesn't snap on? What do?

http://i.imgur.com/YoFOQHs.jpg

[Kapryiath]

so i seem to have caught the third party bug like wildfire over the last few months, what started out as picking up the FP clear protector armor has turned into a nasty wallet draining addiction!
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/191/2zcw.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/5b2zcwj)





I have been quite impressed with each of them , though to be honest all of them have there faults my menasor's ankles are terrible and the swivel join on warlords legs is more than a little bit loose to name a couple.

Hexatron is probably my least favorite of the bunch, i just don't have any attatchment to the g1 figure as i didn't know of it as a child nor did i see him on the tv, in saying that he's extremely impressive the engineering side of it is amazing .

I havn't had a lot of time to play with green giant just yet but i'm definately glad i grabbed him over herc his size just fits in so much better with my other 3p combiners

The insecticons are great and look like they fit in well with my classics shelves though i need more decepticons!

chaos/paladin is definately fun to 'play' with and the black purple and orange look great in the flesh!

i'd like to see fansproject send out parts to fix up the ankle joints, i hear its a common problem and it really detracts from the figure especially when your paying 150$ weak ankle joints is not something you expect to find but other than that he's amazing though fiddly as all hell to transform

[crankcase76]

Finally got my junkion medic today to finish off the junkions. :)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/12D0D1F2-D37B-4EA2-80E5-9480380D3F99_zpse2g7zdul.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/12D0D1F2-D37B-4EA2-80E5-9480380D3F99_zpse2g7zdul.jpg.html)

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsb0cbcefd.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsb0cbcefd.jpg.html)

And also the jetpack for MP-10,

http://i1219.photobucket.com/albums/dd430/megatron84/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps80a05fe6.jpg (http://s1219.photobucket.com/user/megatron84/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps80a05fe6.jpg.html)

[SuspectimusPrime]

A big box of 3rd party goodies that I've been waiting a long time for:

MMC Bovis
MMC Fortis
MMC Dazzling Glory Chrome Weapon set (first small bag with yellow label)
FP Quadrupple U
FP Smartrobin
FP Diesel with replacement gun (?) (second small bag with yellow label)

Can't wait for the weekend to be playing with Diesel :D

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii640/Suspectimus/photo2_zpscbf4e69a.jpg

[autobreadticon]

so i seem to have caught the third party bug like wildfire over the last few months, what started out as picking up the FP clear protector armor has turned into a nasty wallet draining addiction!
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/191/2zcw.jpg (https://imageshack.com/i/5b2zcwj)





I have been quite impressed with each of them , though to be honest all of them have there faults my menasor's ankles are terrible and the swivel join on warlords legs is more than a little bit loose to name a couple.

Hexatron is probably my least favorite of the bunch, i just don't have any attatchment to the g1 figure as i didn't know of it as a child nor did i see him on the tv, in saying that he's extremely impressive the engineering side of it is amazing .

I havn't had a lot of time to play with green giant just yet but i'm definately glad i grabbed him over herc his size just fits in so much better with my other 3p combiners

The insecticons are great and look like they fit in well with my classics shelves though i need more decepticons!

chaos/paladin is definately fun to 'play' with and the black purple and orange look great in the flesh!

i'd like to see fansproject send out parts to fix up the ankle joints, i hear its a common problem and it really detracts from the figure especially when your paying 150$ weak ankle joints is not something you expect to find but other than that he's amazing though fiddly as all hell to transform

thats an awesome picture, didnt realise Menasor was roughly the same height as Green Giant.

[Hursticon]

Really been wanting a SteelCore, he looks so awesome. What's his current going price, and do you think he's worth it? Even at what ever the current going price is.


Yeah, I'm considering nabbing a Steelcore when the trailer comes out and (I assume) he's rereleased. I'd appreciate your thoughts on him @Hursti.:)

I'm not entirely sure of what the current going price for SteelCore is, but I paid $150 and I'm entirely satisfied with what that bought me. :cool:

Going off of the size that SteelCore is (A lean Voyager) and the very brief glimpse that Peaugh showed from his phone via a Live Stream, that trailer Odey is going to be bloody big! :p; My only real gripe with the figure is that there isn't anywhere to place the transparent green blade/gun-barrel piece when he's in Alt mode, as the gun transforms to form a gap-filling block & tow-hitch for the aforementioned teased trailer. ;)

Beyond that, his transformation is really well executed and both modes are really solid - I think the "Cybertronian" Truck mode looks quite tough, exuding a sense of power that really give the impression that he's a Torch-Monster built for hauling. :D

His Bot mode retains that sense of power and strength whilst also being very articulate and poseable; I love a "Master" gimmick and this one is implemented perfectly, the Little Bot's arm's are slightly deceiving however as the ball-joints really only work effectively as swivels. :o

I'd definitely recommend him should you can find him for circa $150, should you wish to see a video review of the very figure I own? - Checkout Kalel's right here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UI5aIA3b-t8). ;):)

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Cheers dude.:)

One more thing or two, if you don't mind - can you do us up a pic of the 'Corer' Heartmaster bot next to one of the DotM Human Alliance human figures?
If you could manage a pic or 2 of Classics Bumblebee and Steelcore that'd be much appreciated too.

My vague plan is to use Steelcore as an Odieverse not-quite-Headmaster Spike, who's in charge of the Human Alliance section (the DotM HA scouts) of the Autobot forces along with Odieverse Goldbug (United 'bee with the Growing Pains kit). Whether or not the HA humans will fit into the trailer or not is a pretty big factor in whether or not I'll get him - if not then I might just wait for the almost-inevitable MP Goldbug, assuming it works with the Spike that came with MP10.

[Hursticon]

Cheers dude.:)

One more thing or two, if you don't mind - can you do us up a pic of the 'Corer' Heartmaster bot next to one of the DotM Human Alliance human figures?
If you could manage a pic or 2 of Classics Bumblebee and Steelcore that'd be much appreciated too.

My vague plan is to use Steelcore as an Odieverse not-quite-Headmaster Spike, who's in charge of the Human Alliance section (the DotM HA scouts) of the Autobot forces along with Odieverse Goldbug (United 'bee with the Growing Pains kit). Whether or not the HA humans will fit into the trailer or not is a pretty big factor in whether or not I'll get him - if not then I might just wait for the almost-inevitable MP Goldbug, assuming it works with the Spike that came with MP10.

Hehe, I dig the fiction dude. ;):D

Unfortunately I no longer own any DOTM HA Human figures, as I passed on my Patrick Dempsey to Goki a while ago. :o
I DO however still own Sam from HA Bumblebee if that helps? - I'll gladly take some photos of Classics BB & Sam for you tomorrow dude, keep an eye out. :cool:

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

If you have any of the HA Scout TFs that'd work just as well as the squishies themselves. IIRC Hasbro changed the Human sizes partway through, so the first set of human figures were a bit larger than the later ones...though amusingly the Scout vehicles were still scaled for the old size.
Cheers btw.:)

[Hursticon]

If you have any of the HA Scout TFs that'd work just as well as the squishies themselves. IIRC Hasbro changed the Human sizes partway through, so the first set of human figures were a bit larger than the later ones...though amusingly the Scout vehicles were still scaled for the old size.
Cheers btw.:)

I'd no idea that that was the case, sadly I've sold off the pair that I owned too so I wont be able to check! :eek:
Sadly the best I could do was Sam, man, so I hope he gives you some idea anyway. :o

Here you go:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0435_zps373a5c02.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0436_zpsd685510e.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0437_zpsd98d9bbd.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0438_zps5a288b01.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0439_zpsd03aaf3c.jpg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0440_zps9cfae139.jpg


Hadn't picked up & transformed Classics Bumblebee in about 5 or 6 years! - It was fun revisiting the mold, it's a really well executed and fun transformation whose Bot mode would really only benefit from the addition of wrist-swivels & ankle-tilts. :D

Hope those are of some help Odey. ;):cool: