Mastermind Creations

[kup]

Since we have a lot of releases incoming from Mastermind Creations, let's have a dedicated thread :)

It seems that their Hearts of Steel Seekers are closer to release:

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/311601_404412529620137_946732214_n.jpg

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/430224_404406986287358_1431588843_n.jpg

And a Lucky Draw 'Shackwave' is also in the works:

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/547096_404412329620157_1917152529_n.jpg

Hexatron also looks pretty final but they did say that he won't be released until next year:

http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/562767_404411902953533_760223968_n.jpg

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/578853_404411236286933_1557157966_n.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

Hexatron also looks pretty final but they did say that he won't be released until next year:



Sigh!

[Trent]

AND don't forget they teased a Not-Predaking at TFCon!:eek::cool:

But yeah those seekers look pretty cool. Looks like they are shaping up to be one of the top 3P companies.


Sigh!

Nah I'm cool with the wait. Gives the wallet time to breath!!

[Lord_Zed]

I hear you, Mastermind Creations does some nice work, but with so many pricey third party items around, I haven't bitten the bullet when it comes to collecting the Hearts of Steel themed line.

Damn tempting though.

[liegeprime]

oh so that's what the tiny shockers look like!:D Cute!

[kup]

AND don't forget they teased a Not-Predaking at TFCon!:eek::cool:


Yes they did :)

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o2_1280.jpg

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o3_1280.jpg

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o4_1280.jpg


http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o5_1280.jpg


http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o6_1280.jpg


http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o1_1280.jpg

However we are yet to see something more solid from these guys but although Mastermind Creations does not seem to announce stuff without intending to release them.

[theheretic]

There's just too many great combiners coming out from 3rd parties. I can't say no to a Predaking if it looks half as good as their other toys! And that damn superion.. and menasor. It's all too much for me to comprehend. They are all just too good to pass up.

[Hursticon]

Myself & Kal_El discussed these guys at length on the latest episode of the "Shooting The Sh#t: Toy Podcast (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=14097)" - Indeed I am looking forward to the 'Ferocicons' something fierce, I'm also somewhat tempted on the Not-Skywarp version of Mastermind Creation's HoS styled Seekers & if I can find the funds, definitely a Cyclops is in order along with that Terminus Hexatron! :D

[Lord_Zed]

While I expecting these to be good, I'm still waiting to see what Mastermind Creations style is like with classics style character.

Sure I have seen Kup's Knight Morpher and pictures of Shockwave, however both these designs has a very angular and chunky retro style. So curious to see how they do with a more modern looking character.

Early shots of Hexatron look good, It seems like a modern version of the old toy, rather than the companies personal spin on the character that we might get from FP, PE, etc. I wonder if the companies personal flavor will come through in the end product.

Given the long gestation of Hexatron (it rivals Presser and Assaulter) I don't expect to see the Not-Predicons till 2014. I do wish they would find a way to minimize Predakings unusual proportions. Being made up of 5 robots the same size has always made him look a bit odd in mind (even if he is big). I'd like to see a creative company come up with a way to minimize his tiny torso syndrome.

[Trent]

I too am keen on Hexatron due to the official reissues price. I hope it is decently articulated and fits in with my growing classics line.

[Sutton]

Being made up of 5 robots the same size has always made him look a bit odd in mind (even if he is big). I'd like to see a creative company come up with a way to minimize his tiny torso syndrome.

It shouldn't be that hard. The leg robots should provide the thigh and the arm robots should contribute a fair amount of shoulder.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Some new pics (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/mastermind-creations-airborne-squad-awakening-revealed-price-and-release-confirmed-175727/) of HOS Not-Starscream. Looks like I guessed right on the price :p Unfortunately this means I'll most likely end up skipping on the HOS Seekers in lieu of Terminus Hexatron and just enjoy them vicariously through the pics of other forum members :)

[Hursticon]

Some new pics (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/mastermind-creations-airborne-squad-awakening-revealed-price-and-release-confirmed-175727/) of HOS Not-Starscream. Looks like I guessed right on the price :p Unfortunately this means I'll most likely end up skipping on the HOS Seekers in lieu of Terminus Hexatron and just enjoy them vicariously through the pics of other forum members :)

I think what you're seeing there though dude is the price for that limited release version of the mold, it's quite possible that hte other 3 versions could be up to $20 less IMO or at least that's what I hope. :o:D

[SuspectimusPrime]

I think what you're seeing there though dude is the price for that limited release version of the mold, it's quite possible that hte other 3 versions could be up to $20 less IMO or at least that's what I hope. :o:D

My bad! :eek: I skim read that article, went straight for the pics and assumed it was the prototype. That amount doesn't feel right for an uncoloured toy, but it has a very HOS aesthetic to it and feels very fitting.

[Hursticon]

My bad! :eek: I skim read that article, went straight for the pics and assumed it was the prototype. That amount doesn't feel right for an uncoloured toy, but it has a very HOS aesthetic to it and feels very fitting.

It's all good dude, it's an easy thing to do and hell I've been guilty of it on more than one occasion. :p
Yeah, it does seem a little 'steep' doesn't it? - Especially as it is basically a minimally painted 'Post-Prototype' version, but I suppose there is that whole 'exclusivity' & 'first to own' bragging rights thing about it. :rolleyes::D

[kup]

I think the idea of a 'prototype' exclusive may have come around due to some people saying stuff like 'the prototype looked better' after the final release is announced. However this mostly applies to official toys.

[Lord_Zed]

It shouldn't be that hard. The leg robots should provide the thigh and the arm robots should contribute a fair amount of shoulder.

I was actually thinking the same thing, I'm a bit disappointed that in the early CG renders they seem to have gone for a bog standard Razorclaw doing all the heavy lifting approach, but this could change.

[KalEl]

Yes they did :)

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o2_1280.jpg

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o3_1280.jpg

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o4_1280.jpg


http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o5_1280.jpg


http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o6_1280.jpg


http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7w1omKGRD1qazpm9o1_1280.jpg

However we are yet to see something more solid from these guys but although Mastermind Creations does not seem to announce stuff without intending to release them.

hear myself and hursticon chat about these in our latest podcast :) in the link in my sig.
Btw kup would you like to join us sometime?

[kup]

hear myself and hursticon chat about these in our latest podcast :) in the link in my sig.
Btw kup would you like to join us sometime?

Yeah sure. I have never done a podcast before so please let me know what I need to do :)

[KalEl]

Yeah sure. I have never done a podcast before so please let me know what I need to do :)

do you have skype? and a mic?

[kup]

do you have skype? and a mic?

I can get Skype but may need to get a mic from someplace.

[KalEl]

I can get Skype but may need to get a mic from someplace.

ok lemme know

[kup]

ok lemme know

Got Skype set up on my mobile phone so I am good.

[Hursticon]

Courtesy of TFW2005 (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/sponsor-news-19/tfsource-knight-morpher-pre-orders-175755/), TFsource (http://tfsource.com/) has just posted up Pre-Orders for the Knight-Morpher Aircraft:

KM-05: Screacher (http://tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/5133/)
KM-06: Stormer (http://tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/5134/)
KM-07: Warper (http://tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/5135/)


Hopefully this'll mean that other stores, such as RobotKingdom (http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php) & BBTS (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/default.aspx), will start following suit. :eek::cool:

[SuspectimusPrime]

I find that price point to be quite reasonable.

Seems like its better value for money than TFC's asking prices so far. Looks like we're on track for Terminus Hexatron and the Ferocicons to be a bit more budget-friendly :)

[Lord_Zed]

I don't know if the word budget-friendly exists in 3rd party land, but yeah it's about the price you'd expect for a deluxe/voyager size 3rd part toy.

So far I have resisted this line, but they do look nice I must admit and they are a bit cheaper than Cyclops.

[kup]

TFsource is also likely to have a higher price than other online stores like RK.

[kurdt_the_goat]

RK has them listed for 84.90
Screecher (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFMMC05&lang=us&CatID=) Stormer (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFMMC06&lang=us&CatID=) Warper (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFMMC07&lang=us&CatID=)

It's so much smaller than Cyclops... and while the robot is an awesome design, the alt mode looks pretty average. Coupled with price that's put me off :(

[Hursticon]

Bloody hell I'd love to get a Warper... Way too many things to afford though. :(

[kup]

RK has them listed for 84.90
Screecher (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFMMC05&lang=us&CatID=) Stormer (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFMMC06&lang=us&CatID=) Warper (http://robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFMMC07&lang=us&CatID=)

It's so much smaller than Cyclops... and while the robot is an awesome design, the alt mode looks pretty average. Coupled with price that's put me off :(

That last Screecher RK pic does look like his engineering in plane mode is lacking. The robot mode is pretty awesome but the poor vehicle mode is a factor.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Reviews (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMgHfP93oGI&feature=plcp) for the KM HOS Seeker is out already :)

[SuspectimusPrime]

Another TF Source Holiday Exclusive - KM-03X Mirrorverse Cyclops (http://tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/5430/). This is a repaint of Cyclops' mini-sub figure.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Looks like Mastermind Creations is seriously one-upping the third party competition in plugging this interesting and well-drawn comic (http://tformers.com/transformers-knight-morpher-issue-2-cyclops/18710/news.html) with their latest Screecher release.

[kup]

Looks like Mastermind Creations is seriously one-upping the third party competition in plugging this interesting and well-drawn comic (http://tformers.com/transformers-knight-morpher-issue-2-cyclops/18710/news.html) with their latest Screecher release.

It's got to have rampant Engrish or it's not a true 3rd party comic :p

[Hursticon]

It's got to have rampant Engrish or it's not a true 3rd party comic :p

Hehe :p

Have to admit though, that is one extremely well executed comic for a 3rd Party! :eek:

[kup]

KM-05 Screecher preview!


http://kupscigar.com/collection2012/Screech/screech1.JPG

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8lxwulFvX1rawwabo1_r1_1280.jpg

I should be posting my views on Screecher sometime in the next couple of days.

[Trent]

MMC have released prototype pictures of their not-Tantrum and he looks absolutely awesome!!!!!! This has definitely answered the question of which 3rd party Predaking to get!:cool:

See the TFW thread here (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/733063-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull.html)

[kup]

MMC have released prototype pictures of their not-Headstrong and he looks absolutely awesome!!!!!! This has definitely answered the question of which 3rd party Predaking to get!:cool:

See the TFW thread here (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/733063-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull.html)

Yeah that is certainly placing MMC ahead, at least when it comes to individual Predacons!

[SuspectimusPrime]

MMC have released prototype pictures of their not-Headstrong and he looks absolutely awesome!!!!!! This has definitely answered the question of which 3rd party Predaking to get!:cool:

See the TFW thread here (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/733063-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull.html)

Really liking all three modes. Foot-mode looks clean and sturdy, whilst robot mode has really awesome sculpted detailing for the face :)

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

After seeing the not-Tantrum pics, and reading Kup's review of not-Steamboat Shockwave (now there's a Disney crossover I could get behind), these guys are looking like must-haves for me.
Predaking's my favourite combiner so I'm looking forward to these babies.

[kup]

It's really awesome how the robot mode is snarling!

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27335075d1355517691-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull-04-1-.jpg

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27335072d1355517691-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull-01-2-.jpg

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27335076d1355517691-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull-05-1-.jpg

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27335077d1355517691-king-predators-ferocicus-project-bull-06-1-.jpg

If the other Predacons are as good as this, MMC is going to blow the world away more than 21/12/12!

[Bidoofdude]

@Ode
I chuckled to myself.

[kaiden]

wow. utter awesome. will have to think about preordering

[theheretic]

3rd party toys, y u keep taking my money?!

[VERT]

I was liking the other one. But now after seeing this .. wow that's awesome stuff. Can't wait to see Razorclaw and Rampage :) think I will get this version

[Lord_Zed]

He looks like the Zoids Dibison or Cannon Fort, the new spin on things and articulated looking robot really brings something to the table compared to the rather simplistic Divebomb the other company has shown. The characterful face is the icing on the cake. Looks like it's the same sculptor who designed Screecher. Judging from what I have seen from Kup's Screecher that guy has a good eye for detail and little touches.

So yeah this puts Mastermind up, over the other company for me. Well played Mastermind I wonder who will make the next move.

[Bidoofdude]

A tad tiny bit to detailed for me. I honestly like the other one better. But the snarling face is really good.

[Sam]

So size wise, these probably are bigger than Fanprojects Colossus and Maketoys Giant? I would like a Predaking in a similar size to those, but it's probably okay if it was a little bigger...

[kup]

So size wise, these probably are bigger than Fanprojects Colossus and Maketoys Giant? I would like a Predaking in a similar size to those, but it's probably okay if it was a little bigger...

I have a feeling he will be big and that's ok since Predaking is supposed to be the largest combiner.

[Sam]

True, but hopefully he is not almost twice as big ... because to me I'd feel it won't be a good "fit" with my classics stuff.

Now we just need third parties to do more Autobot combiners. :)

[SuspectimusPrime]

As if they're not busy enough! MMC's annouced their IDW Nova Prime project (http://tformers.com/transformers-mastermind-creations-announce-nova-prime/19094/news.html).

[Tallestblue]

Awww man. I loved the Predacons. But I'm so behind on my third party toys. I still haven't got Hercules.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Awww man. I loved the Predacons. But I'm so behind on my third party toys. I still haven't got Hercules.

Being behind can be a good thing -- Hercules has dropped to a price that's a tad more affordable, $455 shipped (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/revised-version-TFC-Transformers-Hercules-Full-Set-in-stock-/181041193663?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2a26e562bf&_uhb=1) instead of the $600 you would have initially paid, whilst Maketoys Green Giant has kept at the same price, $395 shipped (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MISB-Maketoys-Transformers-Giant-Green-aka-devastator-Type-61-/170956285934?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item27cdc9e7ee) (from the same seller).

[Bidoofdude]

True, but hopefully he is not almost twice as big ... because to me I'd feel it won't be a good "fit" with my classics stuff.

Now we just need third parties to do more Autobot combiners. :)

Wait until you see the KO oversize Hercules figures.

[Trent]

As if they're not busy enough! MMC's annouced their IDW Nova Prime project (http://tformers.com/transformers-mastermind-creations-announce-nova-prime/19094/news.html).

Can't say I'm a fan. It's too round and hunched in the torso.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Can't say I'm a fan. It's too round and hunched in the torso.

I agree. After the excellent work they did with Cyclops and Screecher, I'm surprised this robot mode, aside from the gun/wings, looks unlike either of the IDW drawings (I prefer Guido Guidi's (http://www.seibertron.com/images/toys/uploads/1348545804_Transformers_RobotsInDisguise_Annual201 2-Preview3.png) :)) -- and that's ultimately what we're paying for.

[Lord_Zed]

CG pics of this guy have been kicking around for a while I think, so it may in fact pre-date some of their more recent designs.

So far I'm not a huge fan either, mostly because his torso seems a bit too bulky, and his legs a bit too thin.

[Trent]

CG pics of this guy have been kicking around for a while I think, so it may in fact pre-date some of their more recent designs.

So far I'm not a huge fan either, mostly because his torso seems a bit too bulky, and his legs a bit too thin.

I think it's been re-purposed into Nova. I read somewhere that it was originally intended to be Prima, hence why the wings have been added on recently.

Personally I think they should start from scratch.

[kup]

Can't say I like it either.

[Trent]

Hexatron is up for preorder.

BBTS (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MMC10010&mode=retail) ant TFSource (http://tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/6074/) both have it for $135. Nothing as yet at RK.

Estimated release date of 1st Quarter 2013

[kup]

Yep! Looks like things are finally getting real! :D

Still vaporware until we get a final boxed pic but nonetheless, this is encouraging.

http://tfsource.com/public_img/reduced-galery_image_6074_9854.jpg

[Bidoofdude]

Looks nice. Worth considering.

[SuspectimusPrime]

I really do like to look of that wolf mode. Hopefully there's a secret 7th Wingwolf alt mode ;)

[klystron]

Pre-ordered this today....
:D

[kup]

RK send a message on FB saying that they will be opening pre-orders soon.

[Hursticon]

RK send a message on FB saying that they will be opening pre-orders soon.

This is extremely good news! :D - Wish RK were as active with their Twitter account as they seem to be with Facebook. :o

[nofacej]

http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/mastermind-creations-king-of-predators-ferocious-project-bull-176504/
This is the coolest thing I've ever seen.

[kup]

http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/mastermind-creations-king-of-predators-ferocious-project-bull-176504/
This is the coolest thing I've ever seen.

For a second I thought it was a new reveal :p

[nofacej]

For a second I thought it was a new reveal :p

Yeah I haven't really been keeping up with Transformers news. It just depresses me to see all the things I can't afford. :p

[kup]

MMC's Divebomb has been revealed!

http://i1100.photobucket.com/albums/g413/NapalmJun/423981_453589268040352_585706567_n_zps000568a4.jpg

I really like the style they went with.

[SuspectimusPrime]

MMC's Divebomb has been revealed!

http://i1100.photobucket.com/albums/g413/NapalmJun/423981_453589268040352_585706567_n_zps000568a4.jpg

I really like the style they went with.

BBTS has just got the pre-order (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MMC10011&mode=retail) up, and with $20 off until this Friday 25th Jan -> from $95 to $75.

BBTS has listed the not-Predacons as Feral Cons, whom combine into Feral Rex - did MMC recently revise their names for these guys?

[Tallestblue]

Yeah i preordered. soon Not-Predacons. soon.

[Lord_Zed]

Wait? Pre-order?

What happened to Tantrum?

Anyway these toys are looking a lot more unique and interesting than the other companies Predacons.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Wait? Pre-order?

What happened to Tantrum?

Anyway these toys are looking a lot more unique and interesting than the other companies Predacons.

Not sure why they moved Divebomb ahead, but this is definitely the first release of the Ferocicons/Feral Cons.

Didn't see this before, but TFSource has the exact same promotion as BBTS: http://tfsource.com/products/view/product_id/6240/

[Bidoofdude]

Maybe the first batch had QC issues and they're putting their stock cheaper?:confused:

OOOHH it says early bird. That made me chuckle. That might be why. To use that joke...:p

[kup]

Maybe the first batch had QC issues and they're putting their stock cheaper?:confused:

OOOHH it says early bird. That made me chuckle. That might be why. To use that joke...:p

The 3rd parties seem to be more 'old school' clever in their marketing. The offer is to suck you in a set of 5 expensive toys ;)

[kup]

Talon close up:

http://sphotos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/536951_471907146204008_242253442_n.jpg

[Bidoofdude]

The head doesn't appeal to me that much...:cool::p

[Hursticon]

Oh FFS! :eek: - Why do they always have to do these things on an off pay week!?! :o
I want that Divebomb like it's nobodies business! - I'm with you Kup, MMC all the way! ;):cool:

[nofacej]

Looks like this will be my second 3rd party combiner. Any word on scale? I'm guessing they'll be in line with Herc which is a shame for me, but these are just too cool.

[kup]

Looks like this will be my second 3rd party combiner. Any word on scale? I'm guessing they'll be in line with Herc which is a shame for me, but these are just too cool.

Predaking is the biggest G1 combiner so I welcome a Hercules scale.

[Hursticon]

Predaking is the biggest G1 combiner so I welcome a Hercules scale.

I have it on good authority that the end-resulting MMC Predaking will be extremely comparable to that of TFC's Hercules, with the intention of scaling to the established Fansproject/Maketoys gestalts. ;):cool:
(The reasoning being that Predaking was & is the largest combiner of the lot and should reflect that fact :))

[SuspectimusPrime]

I have it on good authority that the end-resulting MMC Predaking will be extremely comparable to that of TFC's Hercules, with the intention of scaling to the established Fansproject/Maketoys gestalts. ;):cool:
(The reasoning being that Predaking was & is the largest combiner of the lot and should reflect that fact :))

There hasn't been any cartoon episodes or comic issues featuring this, but who is larger between Predaking and Monstructor? :confused:

[kup]

There hasn't been any cartoon episodes or comic issues featuring this, but who is larger between Predaking and Monstructor? :confused:

Monstructor fictionally has always been depicted as large despite the 'Micromasteresque' nature of the toys. However I don't recall any appearance with other combiners so his scale is unknown.

[Lord_Zed]

Predaking is the biggest G1 combiner so I welcome a Hercules scale.

Well in the toys and toon anyway.

I don't mind either way how big he is as let's not forget the Marvel comic depicted him as pretty standard size (or smaller) for a combiner, the UK comic even went as far as to award Devestator the title of tallest combiner. So it's all variable.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

The size of Gestalts has always interested me. Example, if the Predacons are proper animal size, then surely Predaking would be the smallest combiner? Superion would be the biggest (5 jets). the only real unknown sizes would be the Terrorcons and Monstructor. Maybe the Seacons as well?

Thats of course ignoring mass shifting...:p

[kup]

Well in the toys and toon anyway.

I don't mind either way how big he is as let's not forget the Marvel comic depicted him as pretty standard size (or smaller) for a combiner, the UK comic even went as far as to award Devestator the title of tallest combiner. So it's all variable.

I know that fictional is variable but to me, G1 Predaking has always been the largest combiner due to the size of the toy.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

The size of Gestalts has always interested me. Example, if the Predacons are proper animal size, then surely Predaking would be the smallest combiner? Superion would be the biggest (5 jets). the only real unknown sizes would be the Terrorcons and Monstructor. Maybe the Seacons as well?

Thats of course ignoring mass shifting...:pYou have to ignore quite a bit for the 'realism' theory to work re. G1 combiner sizes. Defensor has a patrol car and a patrol bike as legs of roughly equal size, and arms made from a helicopter and an ambulance which are both also of equal size. Bruticus has tank and jeep legs the same size, and helicopter and space shuttle arms the same size. And they're all roughly the same size as each other.

AFAIK the Predacons are usually depicted as Transformer-scaled animals, kind of like the Dinobots are way larger than their real-life equivalent counterparts were.

[Lord_Zed]

You have to ignore quite a bit for the 'realism' theory to work re. G1 combiner sizes. Defensor has a patrol car and a patrol bike as legs of roughly equal size, and arms made from a helicopter and an ambulance which are both also of equal size. Bruticus has tank and jeep legs the same size, and helicopter and space shuttle arms the same size. And they're all roughly the same size as each other.


I guess that makes Superion, Menasor and Devestator the most realisitc combiners. :D




AFAIK the Predacons are usually depicted as Transformer-scaled animals, kind of like the Dinobots are way larger than their real-life equivalent counterparts were.

Just to add to the confusion they are not exceptionally large robots (Razorclaw and co were depicted as the same size as Brawl and the other combiners) yet they turn into a larger combined robot in the toon.

But then I guess the rules of Transformer size are that a Transformer can be any size they want to be if the story demands it. ;)

Personally I don't see any reason Predaking needs to be the biggest with these new toys, as long as he is a size that looks good with some of his comrades that will be enough.

[kup]

Given how volatile scale is in Transformers, I think it really comes down to individual preference. To me Predaking should be bigger due to the 'Feral' animal theme which is also influenced by the G1 toy size.

[Hursticon]

Given how volatile scale is in Transformers, I think it really comes down to individual preference. To me Predaking should be bigger due to the 'Feral' animal theme which is also influenced by the G1 toy size.

Couple that with the size of the original toy/s & this is the line I tow. ;):cool:

[kup]

Combined mode revealed:

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27342603d1359232472-mmc-feral-rex-mega-thread-combine.jpg




Some facts to clarify things and help avoid confusion. Please add to first post. Thanks.

Gestalt is 32cm tall from feet to head, excluding shoulders, backpack cannons etc...

All 5 figures will all be discounted 15%-20% for pre-orders

Pricing is based on the pack–in content and design of the figures: e.g. the leg members will have more parts, and Razorclaw is bigger.

Updated COMBINED mode picture incoming, hopefully this evening.

Also, sixth member is a figure...not sixth accessory. Full figure. New member, established character joins the team, with fiction to explain. Not needed for combined mode if you don't want to, but very cool.


This render is the traditional five figure combination, that's why you should recognise all the members. Thanks.


That makes MMC's Predaking taller than Giant.

http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/mastermind-creations-feral-rex-bovis-preorders-176753/

As per the link above, Pre-orders with 15% discount opening at BBTS and TFsource for Feral Rex Bovis (MMC's Tantrum) but only for this week!

http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/attach/3/9/6/4/7/Bovis1_1359230174.jpg

[SuspectimusPrime]

Very good of them to announce the planned price reduction for future releases, hope that helps whoever is still deciding between MMC and UT. Guess we'll have to set aside (after discounts, before shipping) $450+ for the classic team of 5 Predacons, or easily $500+ including the new member?

[kup]

Higher res pic:

http://sphotos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/775700_474386045956118_441396274_o.jpg

[Defcon]

I have already pre-ordered Talon. This looks really good, very excited.

[Hursticon]

Yep, that final gestalt render convinced me to sign-up with BBTS, enable POL & whack both figures on Preorder! :D:cool:

[Lord_Zed]

Sold!

[Lord_Zed]

Looking good, love that the bird mode has some articulation.

http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/602924_495122520549137_1582383220_n.jpg

[kup]

Definitely a winner. Glad I went with MMC.

[DarkHyren]

OMG that looks so awesome! I was already thinking the MMC version of the Predacons would be one to look forward to but seeing Talon in colour definitely gives it that wow factor for me.

[Hursticon]

Dudes! - Due to the falling out between MMC & RobotKingdom (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/828943-robot-kingdom-stops-stocking-mmc-cancels-preorders.html), said retailer is selling their remaining MMC stock at 50% off! :eek::eek::eek:

Head here to grab (http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=list&CatType=Category&CatID=102&lang=us) yourself either a Screecher (http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=Category&II=TFMMC05&lang=us&CatID=102) or Stormer (http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=Category&II=TFMMC06&lang=us&CatID=102) for $43! :eek:

[Iriorne]

According to their Facebook page, Robot Kingdom have decided not to continue carrying MMC figures and are selling off their remaining stock of the KM seekers at 50% off. Looks like a good price if anyone was thinking of getting them. :)


Updated news: Sorry that we robotkingdom.com decide no longer carry any Mastermind Creation items anymore, all latest pre-orders will be refunded immediately, sorry for any inconvience.

Robotkingdom Crew


Mastermind Creations KM-05 Screecher.
50% Discount! First come first serve!
Original price: US$84.9
Discount price: US$42.45

*Buyer want to purchase, Please do not include pre-order items in the same order.

http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=Category&II=TFMMC05&lang=us&CatID=74_13

Mastermind Creations KM-06 Stormer.
50% Discount! First come first serve!
Original price: US$84.9
Discount price: US$42.45

*Buyer want to purchase, Please do not include pre-order items in the same order.

http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=Category&II=TFMMC06&lang=us&CatID=74_13

Edit: Oops, beaten to the punch!

[Sam]

Hmm, first FP, and now MMC. With the way things are going, I think some may use RK less frequently now when it comes to buying third party items.

[DarkHyren]

I wasn't really interested in MMCs KMs but at those prices I might be persuaded to get a Screecher...

[SuspectimusPrime]

Screecher's gone, and only 54 Stormer's left.

Does RK have particularly aggro supply chain management people or what? With planned releases coming and the proven steady increase of 3P stuff cutting into the collector market, peeving off the bigger players cannot in any way appear to be a good business decision to me. I've certainly turned all my purchases towards BBTS as most of those made in last 6 months has been 3P stuff (however am still awaiting for the second release of Munitioner/Explorer before shipping my first loot :eek:, still awaiting redemption from one scarring experience with my Unreleased Target Exclusive Gunbarrel/Reverb/Backtrack where Reverb was found to be lost from my loot at the time I decided to ship), with very few official stuff riding on combined shipping.

[kaiden]

damn all the starscreams are gone. ordered thundercracker.

[kup]

2 Screechers are currently available.

http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=Category&II=TFMMC05&lang=us&CatID=102

[kaiden]

2 Screechers are currently available.

http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=Category&II=TFMMC05&lang=us&CatID=102

damn it, my thundercracker already shipped.

[Bidoofdude]

All gone. :(
Didn't want one anyway...;):p

[DarkHyren]

Product Code : TFMMC05
Availability : Out of Stock
Price : US$ 4,245.00 / pcs

Now that's what I call inflation! :eek:

[Bidoofdude]

It's $42.45, IIRC?:confused:

[DarkHyren]

lol trust me, look again :D

[kaiden]

Product Code : TFMMC05
Availability : Out of Stock
Price : US$ 4,245.00 / pcs

Now that's what I call inflation! :eek:

that's with the 50% discount! :p

[Trent]

Bovis (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/3rd-party-unlicensed-41/mastermind-creations-r-03-bovis-colored-image-revealed-177159/) looks good.

[kup]

Digibash comparison from Zambot at TFW:

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/27355548d1364580600-mmc-feral-rex-mega-thread-bovis_coloradjust.jpg

Although I think the MMC coloring of Bovis looks really good, they are colors more suitable to Headstrong than Tantrum. To me the top digibash looks better and also seems more character suitable.

[kup]

From MMC Facebook page:

"The orange is affected by the lighting in the render, final product will follow G1"

"oops did I say G1?"

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mastermind-Creations/134216339973092?fref=ts

[Sinnertwin]

I dont see the appeal. Anyway, each to their own.

[Sutton]

From MMC Facebook page:

"The orange is affected by the lighting in the render, final product will follow G1"

"oops did I say G1?"

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mastermind-Creations/134216339973092?fref=ts

And THAT'S the sound of a million lawyers being released from their cages...

:D

[Trent]

And THAT'S the sound of a million lawyers being released from their cages...

:D

No.

If this (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-reviews/697013-t2rx6-reviews-art-feather-bumblebee-text-review-video-link-inside.html) didn't elicit a response from Hasbro, nothing will.

[kup]

No.

If this (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-reviews/697013-t2rx6-reviews-art-feather-bumblebee-text-review-video-link-inside.html) didn't elicit a response from Hasbro, nothing will.

I didn't realize they had used official art for the packaging! (That's Dreamwave isn't it?) Yeah if Hasbro can ignore that then they are safe.

[Sutton]

No.

If this (http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-reviews/697013-t2rx6-reviews-art-feather-bumblebee-text-review-video-link-inside.html) didn't elicit a response from Hasbro, nothing will.

Yeah, I know. Still pretty funny though.

What would be even funnier is if it were revealed later on that all these 3P companies really ARE run by Hasbro in a loose fashion as a way to sell collectors items at a massive premium. Plenty of plot-holes in that one though...

[Bidoofdude]

Yeah, I know. Still pretty funny though.

What would be even funnier is if it were revealed later on that all these 3P companies really ARE run by Hasbro in a loose fashion as a way to sell collectors items at a massive premium. Plenty of plot-holes in that one though...

It could always be a way to test out new plastics or engineering qualities while catering to the collector community to get the best opinion on those qualities.:rolleyes:
But that's just me.:rolleyes::p

[Sutton]

I hope MMC realise how important (to me at least) the final colour choice for their Predacons is. I'm not buying in to Superion partly due to his overly vibrant colour scheme, and chose Giant over Herc partly based on the more accurate shade of green and purple. Colour provides a very strong nostalgic link to the original toys and does a lot of the work selling the homage.

[Lord_Zed]

Honestly the original colour scheme for this guy is good enough, however more orange would be even better, either way though It looks pretty cool.

[canofwhoopass_87]

I hope MMC realise how important (to me at least) the final colour choice for their Predacons is. I'm not buying in to Superion partly due to his overly vibrant colour scheme, and chose Giant over Herc partly based on the more accurate shade of green and purple. Colour provides a very strong nostalgic link to the original toys and does a lot of the work selling the homage.

+1. Agree with everything ya just said!

[kup]

2013 has proven to be a pretty tough year for us in the MMC Team with the sudden loss of one of our most important resellers and the rise of two formidable contenders for the same character in the Feral Rex Project.

We deeply regret that we have to announce the termination of the project due to the poor feedback on what we have released so far and the results from the preorders that we've put up over that past few months are.. well... disappointing.

We would still like to thank a couple of special members from the TFW2005 community, namely Transbot90210, hardreturn, exomega255, David Hingtgen, Transformed, Jigga, SCPrime, Trailbreaker77, daimchoc, eriku, Jehsee, Torque, RRavage, jonplumlee, Darcemeus, TENIME_art and many others more [like Astronut ;) ] for their support, contributions, digibashes, suggestions and erm.... constructive criticisms towards our designs, products and especially for this particular project.

It had been a fun ride and it was a really sad decision that we had to make to end this, but here's some good news for all those who have already preordered either Talon or Bovis from our resellers!
We are please to announce the KNIGHT MORPHER REX COMMANDER as a replacement figure and it will be ready to ship very very soon!!

A note to those who have ordered both Talon and Bovis. You lucky guys will be getting TWO Rex Commanders!!! (or FOUR if you have ordered two sets of the original Rex members!!!) Happy days!

http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/547555_506162796111776_152968042_n.jpg

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=506162796111776&set=a.135284689866257.22097.134216339973092&type=1&relevant_count=1&ref=nf

[canofwhoopass_87]

No fricken way! They were looking so damned good too. Geez that's a real kick in the nuts. Most people weren't going to order anyway until they saw final pics - hence the sparse pre-orders.

This has got to be an April Fools prank

[Bidoofdude]

Depends on when it was announced.;)

[DarkHyren]

Ok seems like our little april's fool joke didn't get anyone this year. Heres the real deal. Some folks have wondered how a 6th member could improve on the 5 member combination for Feral Rex. Here's how.

MMC presents the 6th member of the team... SIXER!!http://img834.imageshack.us/img834/5889/48369550626646610140911.jpg
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=506266466101409

Hopefully not too many people cancelled their pre orders over this little joke lol

[kup]

Looks like that second pic is still part of the 'fun'.

[Bidoofdude]

I think quite a few people did. HEHE!!:p:(

[Tallestblue]

I'm gonna assume Feralcee is a joke too, because...just...what?

[SuspectimusPrime]

I think quite a few people did. HEHE!!:p:(

I can imagine! :p April Fool is not an international holiday after all.

Was wondering what they meant by two other market competitors - aside from the other third party maker, I guess they could have only been referring to the Kre-O combiner? :p

[Iriorne]

TFC released silhouettes of "Ares" a few weeks back. Link (http://tformers.com/transformers-tfc-toys-ares-new-combiner/19610/news.html)

The teaser image mentions 'bestiality' and I think someone who had or claimed to have inside information said it had been confirmed to them that Ares is Predaking.

[SuspectimusPrime]

TFC released silhouettes of "Ares" a few weeks back. Link (http://tformers.com/transformers-tfc-toys-ares-new-combiner/19610/news.html)

The teaser image mentions 'bestiality' and I think someone who had or claimed to have inside information said it had been confirmed to them that Ares is Predaking.

I had that silhouette mentally pinned as not-Abominus from all the teasers from last year. Really like what MMC is doing with Predaking at the moment, and I can't see much else TFC can do to change my mind (other than major changes to their combiner aesthetics) even if I had not pre-ordered already.

[Trent]

I had that silhouette mentally pinned as not-Abominus from all the teasers from last year. Really like what MMC is doing with Predaking at the moment, and I can't see much else TFC can do to change my mind (other than major changes to their combiner aesthetics) even if I had not pre-ordered already.

I'm not a fan of TFC's stuff so don't follow news about them but from what I gathered the general consensus is that Ares is Cybertronian mode Predaking.

Take from that what you will. Personally I think it's a pretty dumb move business-wise. We already have 2 Predakings coming out, one is a classics aesthetic, the other an articulated G1. Between these 2 99.9% of the market is covered. With these options who is going to fork out ~$500 for a Cybertron-TFC style Predaking?

[kup]

Fan estimate of scale comparison:

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8120/8614456818_efb23c51cf_b.jpg

[CBratron]

I'd get her. Don't care much for Predaking though.

[CBratron]

Unpainted prototype pics have surfaced on MMC's facebook page.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/164986_507819382612784_1182102889_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/483972_507819395946116_1653824161_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/521639_507819402612782_1189638518_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/299105_507819422612780_74449353_n.jpg

I like her a lot.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Unpainted prototype pics have surfaced on MMC's facebook page.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/164986_507819382612784_1182102889_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/483972_507819395946116_1653824161_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/521639_507819402612782_1189638518_n.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/299105_507819422612780_74449353_n.jpg

I like her a lot.

I actually thought she was a complete prank, but my lord, that first pic completely wins me over. Perfect timing too, I've been edging on caving in and buying a Delicate Warrior - second release without the heel issues. Love how this looks feminine yet strong enough to stand/pose properly.

Glad they didn't go with that emasculated grin (http://www.comicvine.com/images/1300-2475040) she gets when she goes on her killing spree :rolleyes:

[Bidoofdude]

Looks pretty good, but something seems off in the robot mode, I think.
A bit too many spikes IMO, but it still looks pre-tty cool.

[kup]

Looks pretty good, but something seems off in the robot mode, I think.
A bit too many spikes IMO, but it still looks pre-tty cool.

I think it's good too but I don't like the hollow shoulder kibble and back kibble that extends too low.

[Tallestblue]

Godammit. I already have Perfect Effect RC. but this looks so much better.

[Trent]

Godammit. I already have Perfect Effect RC. but this looks so much better.

I'm happy with RC. But this does look cool

[CBratron]

Now I've had a closer look at them, I do spot some niggling flaws.

That back kibble: Wish the wings looked more like the pods of Perfect Effect's RC. The tail skirts do have some hinge joints but I'm doubting that it can fold up.
Voids in the waist: BIG gaps around the ball joints. Does she have a hollow arse?
Torso doesn't have a back: It's just the front half, a gap and then the back kibble.

[kup]

Let's keep in mind that this is not even a pre-production prototype as they are yet to decide if they wish to go ahead or not from last I heard. It is very possible that the hanging and hollow kibble will be fixed once it goes into the next phase.

Despite the flaws there is much positive response so it is likely they will go ahead.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Looking at the sleekness of the robot mode it seems like the alt mode is almost completely empty underneath.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Wow, I really didn't expect these guys to be so big. The combined mode is going to be a monster next to Colossus and Giant.

http://tformers.net/g/generated/19834/Mastermind%20Creations%20Feral%20Rex%20Fortis,%20B ovis,%20Leo%20Dux%20Figure%20Images%20(2)__scaled_ 800.jpg
Via TFormers.com: http://tformers.com/transformers-mastermind-creations-feral-rex-fortis/19834/news.html

[Lord_Zed]

Wow, yeah they are going to tower over most cons in bot modes too. Hope some one out there is planning some Dinbots at this scale fro next year. :D


I'm happy with RC. But this does look cool

Yeah I still dig the PS toy more too, it's got so much damn articulation and weapons, still this release has my attention.

[kaiden]

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/524257_511385382256184_130521292_n_zps3a6b1df0.jpg

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/529514_511385228922866_211506764_n_zps6959ae6f.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/529514_511385228922866_211506764_n_zps6959ae6f.jpg .html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/11493_511384142256308_1882743120_n_zps9417731f.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/11493_511384142256308_1882743120_n_zps9417731f.jpg .html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/549040_10151359630601711_2059172595_n_zps78ebd42c. jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/549040_10151359630601711_2059172595_n_zps78ebd42c. jpg.html)

[Trent]

That lion looks awesome!! I really like how the codpiece becomes a shield - amusing and practical:p

[Bidoofdude]

It is quite impressive, but something about not-Razorclaw looks awkward or scrawny to me...
Maybe the arms?:confused:

[DarkHyren]

I am absolutely loving the look of these guys, the more I see them the more I want them.
Anyone want to buy a liver? :p

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Feral Rex Torso-mode pics up at tformers.com (http://tformers.com/transformers-mastermind-creations-feral-rex-leo/19868/news.html).
And one of Leo Dux and Bovis with a Hexatron prototype.

[kaiden]

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/552890_512782228783166_1251173860_n_zpsd72511e6.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/552890_512782228783166_1251173860_n_zpsd72511e6.jp g.html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/540482_512781478783241_1610472302_n_zpsa7fec28c.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/540482_512781478783241_1610472302_n_zpsa7fec28c.jp g.html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/69023_512781465449909_440102418_n_zps07943075.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/69023_512781465449909_440102418_n_zps07943075.jpg. html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/551549_512781462116576_1186462636_n_zps979b94de.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/551549_512781462116576_1186462636_n_zps979b94de.jp g.html)

[Lord_Zed]

Looks awesome! :)

[Sinnertwin]

Not a fan of 3P, but credit.where it's due. Very nice

[SuspectimusPrime]

Looks so good together :) Only slight gripe is Hexatron's tiny hands and smaller head - he's head is smaller than not-Razorclaw even though he's the bigger bot!

[kup]

http://imageshack.us/a/img841/2558/tiger01.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img90/1166/tiger02.jpg

http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/3907/tiger04f.jpg

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/9583/tiger03.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img43/5146/tiger06.jpg

http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/3197/tiger05.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img845/3152/tiger07.jpg

http://sphotos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/463945_523843121010410_1670945391_o.jpg

[Soundwarp]

O M G !

[kup]

More comparisons between MMC and UT Predakings from TFW. Classics Prime and Nemesis Prime are being used as the control:

http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k612/nosredna1313/Untitled-7_zps73abb5ce.jpg

[Trent]

Most impressive. I'm not a fan of rampage's rear legs in alt mode. They are too thin. I'm sure ill get over it though.

[lancalot]

Man the MMC one looks like he on the steroids !! the before and after shot.... :D

[kaiden]

damn im broke...

[canofwhoopass_87]

Yeh not liking MMC Rampage's hind feet. Too small and weasly for such a beefy figure.

Geez it's a hard one... MMC vs UT. Both designs are great in their own way. Might have to come down to $$$ for me ...

[lancalot]

Are they going to release this as a set or just individually ? Or which way would be cheaper?

[Mythirax]

It's... so... beautiful... :eek:

[Slag]

I still like the nasty hands on UTs version, but my God that MMC version looks brutal.
It would be MMC for me

[VGMStudios]

Are they going to release this as a set or just individually ? Or which way would be cheaper?

you know I am think the same thing.
Im hoping that they will sell these as a set down the road. the same with superion. or am I just fooling myself?

[SuspectimusPrime]

you know I am think the same thing.
Im hoping that they will sell these as a set down the road. the same with superion. or am I just fooling myself?

I'd love a giftset with brilliant box art from MMC, but that is not enough for me to risk the chance of not getting them. It's just a different case to as when MakeToys was releasing G2 Yellow Giant ahead of Green Giant - everyone knew a Green repaint had to be on its way, and the box art was just the bonus.

Also, demand for third-party not-Predakings may be further diluted from UT's release, so this may affect MMC's decision on releasing a second run.

[VGMStudios]

So your saying that not a lot of ppl would want mmcs due to uts release?
I have to wonder about that sincw mmcs is a lot better looking IMHO.
So in essence I shouldnt wait for a box set and juat get these as they come out then.
Humm that will be hard on my wallet. Haha.

[SuspectimusPrime]

So your saying that not a lot of ppl would want mmcs due to uts release?
I have to wonder about that sincw mmcs is a lot better looking IMHO.
So in essence I shouldnt wait for a box set and juat get these as they come out then.
Humm that will be hard on my wallet. Haha.

Just referring to the rate of diffusion (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diffusion_(business)). If there was only one product released to market, the only choices for consumers would be to buy now (early adopters), or wait for more information and buy later (late majority and beyond). i.e. The original market reaction to Steel Core was mixed, but after the reviews came out, enough fans jumped on board to push prices to $250-300 on evilBay :)

In regards to third party not-Devastators, how many fans are out there that can afford both TFC's and Maketoys's releases? Whilst the better looking product is debatable, a person that's pretty set on obtaining one mould will have to make a choice between (at least) 4 options:
1. Buying product A now
2. Buying product A later
3. Buying product B now
4. Buying product B later

NB: Just my limited understanding of first year marketing, but feel free to debate!

[spiderken17]

More comparisons between MMC and UT Predakings from TFW. Classics Prime and Nemesis Prime are being used as the control:

http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k612/nosredna1313/Untitled-7_zps73abb5ce.jpg

So when are they being released and how much will they be? Where do you get this stuff from?

[CBratron]

So when are they being released and how much will they be? Where do you get this stuff from?

Best place to find them would be online vendors (usually overseas).
robotkingdom.com, tfsource.com and bigbadtoystore.com are the first ones that come to mind. Be warned these collector's grade items will be more expensive than you're used to.

[SuspectimusPrime]

So when are they being released and how much will they be? Where do you get this stuff from?

The one on the left, by Mastermind Creations, is available on BBTS (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=mastermind). Just realised that they have raised the prices on both Talon and Bovis - both increased by $15ea to their full RRP's. As there are two competing companies producing the same character, both had been making price cuts for early pre-order-ers. If you keep an eye on this thread or Seibertron/TFormers, you might find the pre-orders for the next 3 at a special discounted rate too.

[Hursticon]

With SO many other bots to purchase over the coming months, I took a look at my budget over the aforementioned period & sadly came to the conclusion that I just had to drop a preorder (or 2)...
With great reluctance it had to be the 1st 2 Feral Rex limbs :o, I REALLY want this beast but with yet another 2ft tall transforming robot figure on the horizon? - Something had to give. :(

I'll be following MMC's progress with these guys closely though as good grief are they shaping up to be utterly amazing!?! :eek:

[Trent]

With SO many other bots to purchase over the coming months, I took a look at my budget over the aforementioned period & sadly came to the conclusion that I just had to drop a preorder (or 2)...
With great reluctance it had to be the 1st 2 Feral Rex limbs :o, I REALLY want this beast but with yet another 2ft tall transforming robot figure on the horizon? - Something had to give. :(

I'll be following MMC's progress with these guys closely though as good grief are they shaping up to be utterly amazing!?! :eek:

I'll install a sneeze guard over mine and then you can drool all you like ;)

But in all seriousness this is becoming a bit of an issue. there is simply TOO MANY TF related products on the horizon. I'm in the same boat as you Hursty but my cuts are happening in different areas. Weirdwolf will be my last FP Headmater purchase which is a real shame and I have had to hold back from the ToyWorld not-Throttlebots much to my disappointment.

It doesnt help that TT are ramping up MP production either.

1st world problems huh?:)

[Hursticon]

I'll install a sneeze guard over mine and then you can drool all you like ;)

Oh you evil bastard!, I'll provide my own bib. :p:D


But in all seriousness this is becoming a bit of an issue. there is simply TOO MANY TF related products on the horizon. I'm in the same boat as you Hursty but my cuts are happening in different areas. Weirdwolf will be my last FP Headmater purchase which is a real shame and I have had to hold back from the ToyWorld not-Throttlebots much to my disappointment.

It doesnt help that TT are ramping up MP production either.

1st world problems huh?:)

1st World problems indeed :o, it is certainly becoming a problem in that we're sort of now spoiled for choice; Quadruple U (Weirdwolf) is my last too, that is until they put up preorders for Skullcruncher & Mindwipe but yeah - Thankfully there is next to nothing 'Mainline aka Prime/Beast Hunters" that is really interesting me at all, as I've lost all interest in their Dragonformers sadly. :(

[Bidoofdude]

Meh, not so sure about the size of them to me. Yeah sure, it justifies price a little more but they're so BIIIG!!!! :p;)

He's a bit thick in the ankles/feet too, but still pretty impressive. :D

[Sinnertwin]

Mastermind Creations have released colour images of Leo Dux (http://tformers.com/transformers-mastermind-creations-feral-rex-r/20219/news.html)

[Hursticon]

Mastermind Creations have released colour images of Leo Dux (http://tformers.com/transformers-mastermind-creations-feral-rex-r/20219/news.html)

Man he looks sweet! :eek::cool:, never enough money at hand though sadly. :o

[CBratron]

http://www.mastermind-creations.com/

Their main website is back online but it's not much more than a portal for social media widgets.

edit: and colour pics of the feral rex crew and 2 arcee repaints.
http://distilleryimage2.s3.amazonaws.com/6cac6f02d53e11e29d6522000a9f134c_7.jpghttp://distilleryimage9.s3.amazonaws.com/b51d7600d53e11e28c1522000a1fb2b2_7.jpg
http://distilleryimage7.s3.amazonaws.com/bc619e5ad53e11e298b222000aa80313_7.jpghttp://distilleryimage0.s3.amazonaws.com/d970603ad87711e2a56722000a1f9d88_7.jpg
http://distilleryimage0.s3.amazonaws.com/e349e6b2d87711e2bccc22000a1f8cda_7.jpg

http://distilleryimage6.s3.amazonaws.com/e9a50b72d87711e2abce22000a1f96d4_7.jpghttp://distilleryimage10.s3.amazonaws.com/f082f8fad87711e2b9c722000a9e07b7_7.jpg

[canofwhoopass_87]

:eek:

[Hursticon]

:eek:

Yep, that's pretty much how I'd put it! :eek:

These all look bloody terrific, making it hurt all the more that I had to drop my preorders for the 1st two :(; I get the very real feeling though that these guys are going to be worth the circa $500 it'll cost to procure a complete Feral Rex ;):cool:, I just hope they don't all sell out too fast so that within the next 6 or so months I may pick them up 1 by 1. :o

The Azalea/Zinnia mold looks pretty bloody awesome too, but as I've no need for an Arcee I might just have a reason to pick up my first Paradron Medic! :eek::D

Cheers for the heads-up & pics CBratron. :)

[CBratron]

The site also has silhouetted images of Eupatorium and Salvia Prominion which also seem to use the Arcee mold judging by their feet and legs.

All of them seem to be priced around $50.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Yep, that's pretty much how I'd put it! :eek:

These all look bloody terrific, making it hurt all the more that I had to drop my preorders for the 1st two :(; I get the very real feeling though that these guys are going to be worth the circa $500 it'll cost to procure a complete Feral Rex ;):cool:, I just hope they don't all sell out too fast so that within the next 6 or so months I may pick them up 1 by 1. :o

You might want to factor in the additional $75-95 plus shipping (base cost under the assumption that they decide to do another discount) for the optional 6th member of the group, although it just appears to be a remould of Tigris with guns. If it is a remould, then at best it will be a stand in for one of the other arm-figures. Not sure how I feel about a really expensive bench warmer (my weaker instincts just say BUY IT :eek:).

It's said to be an exclusive for Planet Steel Express (http://www.planetsteelexpress.com/brands/Mastermind-Creations.html) (which makes me think of Planet Express) - anybody purchased from them before?

http://www.mastermind-creations.com/uploads/3/2/9/3/3293058/3526541_orig.jpg
Via: http://www.mastermind-creations.com/uploads/3/2/9/3/3293058/3526541_orig.jpg

[Hursticon]

You might want to factor in the additional $75+ for the optional 6th member of the group!

*Promptly applies palm to face*

This thing is crawling closer & closer to $700 every time I look back at it. :o
(Can't forget postage either! :eek:)

[SuspectimusPrime]

*Promptly applies palm to face*

This thing is crawling closer & closer to $700 every time I look back at it. :o
(Can't forget postage either! :eek:)

Whoops, I was just editing that post. Husty you're too quick on the ball ;)

[CBratron]

It's said to be an exclusive for Planet Steel Express (http://www.planetsteelexpress.com/brands/Mastermind-Creations.html) (which makes me think of Planet Express) - anybody purchased from them before?


So that's what PSX exclusive means. I keep thinking of something else.

[kaiden]

So that's what PSX exclusive means. I keep thinking of something else.

Sony.

[Megatron]

Hmm, in regards to the (not) Arcee molds, Azalea, Zinnia and Eupatorium I understand, but Salvia Prominion??... is that a new species found only on Cybertron? :p

[Sam]

That Azalea mold looks nice, very tempting.

[Arctorro]

Hmm, in regards to the (not) Arcee molds, Azalea, Zinnia and Eupatorium I understand, but Salvia Prominion??... is that a new species found only on Cybertron? :p

Salvia Prominion is believed to be Solus Prime. She has the Forge in her hands and the title Ancestor under her name;)

[tinyJazz]

Elita with a bow and arrow yes please. The prototype shots for Azalea look great.

I wish igear/mgt would do the rest of the girls, but that project's probably dead. :/

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Heaps of new pics up at TFW2005 and tformers.com.
Shots of the resin prototype of Rex - it's kinda floppy but it looks good nonetheless.

[kup]

Heaps of new pics up at TFW2005 and tformers.com.
Shots of the resin prototype of Rex - it's kinda floppy but it looks good nonetheless.

He is also mistransformed a bit and badly posed. The guy who put it there didn't do a very good job.

[nofacej]

Honestly the more I see of MMC's Predaking the less and less impressed I am. I realise he's sagging because the resin can't hold the weight of the the plastic limbs, but his overall aesthetic doesn't appeal to me. He's far too bulky (fat).

Wasn't going to be picking this guy up anyway (too poor) but I don't think I'll be having any regrets.

[Hursticon]

Vangelus has put up a couple of vids from the "CP3P: Hotel Room Show" :p -

Here's a look at Azalea (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vICtRmSQ3j4).

[Hursticon]

Vangelus has just put up a look at Leo Dux (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHNHpNWPOFk). :)

[Hursticon]

Vangelus has just put up a look at Leo Dux (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHNHpNWPOFk). :)

He's also posted some footage of:

Fortis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FCJhNHzuIw)
Bovis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wg8I8lKgUWI)
Talon (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsYSsExW-Vs)
Tigris (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfEBPqLsrhE)


:cool:

[kup]

He's also posted some footage of:

Fortis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FCJhNHzuIw)
Bovis (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wg8I8lKgUWI)
Talon (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsYSsExW-Vs)
Tigris (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfEBPqLsrhE)


:cool:

Vange1us "IP infringing Botcon extravangaza" is pretty good. The individual Feral Rex robots alone make the set.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Feral Rex Leo Dux (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MMC10013&mode=retail) pre-order with another early bird discount. Get him while its hot!

[nofacej]

Am I the only one who thinks these guys look terrible in colour? They looked out of this world in uniform grey, but now I've almost completely lost interest. Based on Nemean, I actually think TFC is the way to go on these guys which is a surprise as I thought Hercules was vastly inferior to Giant, and Uranos was rubbish.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Am I the only one who thinks these guys look terrible in colour? They looked out of this world in uniform grey, but now I've almost completely lost interest. Based on Nemean, I actually think TFC is the way to go on these guys which is a surprise as I thought Hercules was vastly inferior to Giant, and Uranos was rubbish.

What is upsetting you the most about the colour scheme?

I think the orange could be more vibrant, but perhaps the final in-hand product will look different.

[Hursticon]

Some further size-comparison shots from Peaugh (https://twitter.com/Peaugh) you ask? :p:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BQZrX-SCIAE2lS4jpglarge_zps1fba5115.jpeg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BQZ0aT6CcAA1iHrjpglarge_zpsea390307.jpeg

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/BQc74R2CcAAsHhLjpglarge_zps3bb8396b.jpeg

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

The factory screwed up the molds, so Bovis will have red legs and black feet.:(

Other than that, they look great.:)

[kup]

The factory screwed up the molds, so Bovis will have red legs and black feet.:(

Other than that, they look great.:)

Source please.

Edit: I See that it's from the Peaugh review and referring only to the beast leg modes. I personally don't mind it, it looks kind of neat to have the black bull hoofs.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

It's from the TFW2005 Feralcons thread, from one of the designers who's been remarkably informative/engaged. I usually avoid the TFW forums like the plague but I'm really looking forward to these guys so I've been following it pretty closely.

I'd much rather all-red legs myself, but it does still sorta work with the red head and black horns. Apparently the Boss at MMC feels it looks OK and doesn't want the delay it'd take to correct the mold mistake.

[kup]

It's from the TFW2005 Feralcons thread, from one of the designers who's been remarkably informative/engaged. I usually avoid the TFW forums like the plague but I'm really looking forward to these guys so I've been following it pretty closely.

I'd much rather all-red legs myself, but it does still sorta work with the red head and black horns. Apparently the Boss at MMC feels it looks OK and doesn't want the delay it'd take to correct the mold mistake.

I agree, it looks fine and not worth the delay. I can understand a delay if the head or something more character impacting had been color changed but since it's just one small part of the leg that can arguably be seen as an improvement based on some opinions, then it's not worth it.

[Lord_Zed]

To me Bovis looks fine. Headstrong's (or whoever he is) yellow seems a bit faded in those pics, however I prefer his mold to the smaller one.

Seeing as how we are talking about delayed Buffalo's I was reminded of this (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9EBhaULToU).

I'm with Homer on this one.

[kaiden]

just watched the reviews by peaugh and wow i cant wait for these.

the size difference and pricing compared to Unique Toys really sets MMC's version as the one to get.


To me Bovis looks fine. Headstrong's (or whoever he is) yellow seems a bit faded in those pics, however I prefer his mold to the smaller one.

peaugh mentions that the colours will be a deeper/saturated on the final product as the ones he reviewed were the 1st coloured test shots.

[King Atlas]

These look incredible and must haves for any Predaking fans.

Where is the best (cheapest) place to pre-order these? Robotkingdom don't seem to have them for pre-order.

Thanks bros.

[kaiden]

These look incredible and must haves for any Predaking fans.

Where is the best (cheapest) place to pre-order these? Robotkingdom don't seem to have them for pre-order.

Thanks bros.

at the moment im ordering through BBTS as they have a pile of loot option and so shipping will be comparable to RK if you have a large order. You can also try TFSource as they advertise cheaper international postage but i haven't used them since that change.

but definitely try to get the early bird prices as that knocks off $15 off each figure.

as a reminder, RK are no longer getting any new stuff from Fansproject, Mastermind Creations (and probably others.)

Edit: Mastermind Creations' release schedule (http://www.mastermind-creations.com/collection.html)

[nofacej]

What is upsetting you the most about the colour scheme?

I think the orange could be more vibrant, but perhaps the final in-hand product will look different.

Sorry for the slow reply. Everything sort of blends together into this big mess of flat colour. I realise they were following the G1 colour schemes, but it would have been nice to see them pick out more detail. Bovis came out a lot better than Fortis, and I think it's all down to the extra grey value which really helps break him up. For the amount of sculpted detail, the paint apps just don't hold up.

[kaiden]

woke up this morning

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/996575_568288203232568_396548897_n_zpsf412d51d.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/996575_568288203232568_396548897_n_zpsf412d51d.jpg .html)

I think as with Predaking, 3s the limit... right?

[Trent]

woke up this morning

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/996575_568288203232568_396548897_n_zpsf412d51d.jpg (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/996575_568288203232568_396548897_n_zpsf412d51d.jpg .html)

I think as with Predaking, 3s the limit... right?

From what is seen so far I think FPs rendition is still my favourite. Not that I'll be buying any of them.

[Hursticon]

woke up this morning

*snip*

I think as with Predaking, 3s the limit... right?

Looks better than TFC's attempt anyway, but I'm more after Decepticon Not-Headmasters myself. :cool:

[kaiden]

Looks better than TFC's attempt anyway, but I'm more after Decepticon Not-Headmasters myself. :cool:

yeah im looking forward to weirdwolf and mindwipe

[Trent]

Looks better than Toyworld's attempt anyway, but I'm more after Decepticon Not-Headmasters myself. :cool:

Fixed.

[Hursticon]

Fixed.

Ah! :D

[Tallestblue]

...And still no love for Highbrow. *sigh*

[kaiden]

...And still no love for Highbrow. *sigh*

so far the only thing i've seen is a conversion kit from Headrobots for DOTM Skyhammer to Highbrow, but yeah nothing else.

[Mythirax]

woke up this morning

I think as with Predaking, 3s the limit... right?

Oh, pretty!

[CBratron]

http://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/q71/s720x720/954821_571531756241546_955039752_n.jpg

Chatter says it'll scale with your classics figures (probably voyager class equivalent) so it's not directly competing against the masterpiece sized Quakewave.

[Trent]

Chatter says it'll scale with your classics figures (probably voyager class equivalent) so it's not directly competing against the masterpiece sized Quakewave.

Well it would lose to Quakewave anyway. Not bad for a voyager though.

[SuspectimusPrime]

http://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/q71/s720x720/954821_571531756241546_955039752_n.jpg

Chatter says it'll scale with your classics figures (probably voyager class equivalent) so it's not directly competing against the masterpiece sized Quakewave.

Very excited about this - it's going to look great next to Terminus Hexatron :)

[Hursticon]

*snip*

Chatter says it'll scale with your classics figures (probably voyager class equivalent) so it's not directly competing against the masterpiece sized Quakewave.

What IS concerning though is that it appears to be entirely comprised of clear plastic! :eek::o
(I've deep reservations for such compositions)

[SuspectimusPrime]

New weapon accessory for Hexatron from MMC (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MMC10014&mode=retail). The guns look pretty good, however if I do end up getting this set I doubt I will be using the helmet.

[Trent]

New weapon accessory for Hexatron from MMC (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MMC10014&mode=retail). The guns look pretty good, however if I do end up getting this set I doubt I will be using the helmet.

Same. The helmet looks a bit silly. Actually, thinking about it I might just pass on the whole kit. :o

[SuspectimusPrime]

The weapon set in Hexatron's hands via TFSource.

https://s3.amazonaws.com/tf.images/reduced-galery_image_7595_11086.jpg

[nofacej]

What IS concerning though is that it appears to be entirely comprised of clear plastic! :eek::o
(I've deep reservations for such compositions)

I'm with you on that one. Clear plastic always puts me off to some degree.

I also find the silver grips on his legs a little strange given that they fold up to become the side of the gun. Not a big fan of the grey plastic they're using either, and it looks like he's got a whole ton of kibble on his back. This is definitely one I'd have to wait for reviews of before picking up.

[Iriorne]

I also find the silver grips on his legs a little strange given that they fold up to become the side of the gun.

I think it's just an homage to the G1 toy which had the silver plates on the sides of the feet. They might look a bit out of place given the changes to the transformation scheme but you can bet that if they'd been omitted, everyone would be crying for 'more G1'. ;)

I'm not really keen on the look of MMC's newest figures, the proportions seem a bit off and they look... chunky?

[kaiden]

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/1185115_10153182907025096_726107530_zpsdfc4abc3.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/1185115_10153182907025096_726107530_zpsdfc4abc3.jp g.html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/1148822_10153182907045096_693890988_zpscd4f80c7.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/1148822_10153182907045096_693890988_zpscd4f80c7.jp g.html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/541765_10153182906995096_352359033__zps0e14ed68.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/541765_10153182906995096_352359033__zps0e14ed68.jp g.html)

[Trent]

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/1185115_10153182907025096_726107530_zpsdfc4abc3.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/1185115_10153182907025096_726107530_zpsdfc4abc3.jp g.html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/1148822_10153182907045096_693890988_zpscd4f80c7.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/1148822_10153182907045096_693890988_zpscd4f80c7.jp g.html)

http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u528/L45TN7/541765_10153182906995096_352359033__zps0e14ed68.jp g (http://s1320.photobucket.com/user/L45TN7/media/541765_10153182906995096_352359033__zps0e14ed68.jp g.html)


Pure awesomeness! That sword is great!:eek:

[Hursticon]

Pure awesomeness! That sword is great!:eek:

One word come to mind with those pictures huh? - "F*************!!!". :eek::D

[Mythirax]

Wow, that is truly amazing :eek:

[VGMStudios]

Goodness! What a thing of beauty.
Looks so powerful.
I know what my next 3rd party purchase will be.
Though if his wings where slightly larger it would be even better!

[ITZTRU]

I dunno. I do like the look of him. But I feel like the whole thing looks a bit too...busy? Too much going on at one time? Hard to explain. Maybe I'll change my mind once we see painted pics...

[Jilm101]

Im not keen on him either too chunky sooo much kibble...looking forward to see some end pics of tfc and ut i really like those tw0

[SuspectimusPrime]

I like the look of these guys, and plan on holding onto my pre-orders. I know they're super durable to survive Peaugh (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=brLaz0Y0Fps#t=1070) however would like to see the combined form in some more dynamic poses. Perhaps something similar to what MakeToys Giant can do.

[nofacej]

http://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/q71/s720x720/954821_571531756241546_955039752_n.jpg

Chatter says it'll scale with your classics figures (probably voyager class equivalent) so it's not directly competing against the masterpiece sized Quakewave.

Saw a comment somewhere suggesting this could be a triple changer. Notice the handle looks eerily similar to a set of tank treads.

[kup]

Would be awesome if scales as a Voyager or Ultra for Classics.

[SuspectimusPrime]

Saw a comment somewhere suggesting this could be a triple changer. Notice the handle looks eerily similar to a set of tank treads.

The first two modes look good enough (especially that ab-crunch in robot mode). If there was a third mode it would just be a nice bonus :)


Would be awesome if scales as a Voyager or Ultra for Classics.

Yes, something along the lines of Energon Shockwave would be ideal. He's still my preferred Classicsverse stand-in.

[kup]

Had a good play with Hexatron. Amazing toy, MMC certainly have outdone themselves. The toy is very solid and heavy despite being made of plastic, although this plastic is durable and of very high quality.

The alt modes are very G1 inspired but they have their own small surprises and engineering innovations such as the arm panel twisting for Tank mode. Instructions are also really well done and easy to follow with all modes starting from an 'initialization mode'

You like Sixshot - You certainly want Hexatron. Higher quality than any modern MP, just as tall (taller in some cases) and fits really well in either your Classics or MP shelf.

Here are some shots of everyone's favorite Phase Sixer:

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/sixshot/01.JPG

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/sixshot/02.JPG

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/sixshot/03.JPG

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/sixshot/04.JPG

http://kupscigar.com/collection2013/sixshot/05.JPG

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[Mythirax]

Those are some amazing shots mate. If I had the spare cash, I would definitely buy it. Your images have sold me on how beautiful it is.

[kup]

A comparison pic for the incoming Bovis:

http://i.imgur.com/xdAjDp0.jpg

Courtesy of TFW:

http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-3rd-party-discussion/635101-mmc-feral-rex-mega-thread-1447.html

[SuspectimusPrime]

Predaking's going to take a monster amount of shelf space..

[kaiden]

Tantrum is finally out.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

According to Cassy Sark's Facebook page and the TFW2005 Feral Rex thread, it looks like there's an MMC Overlord in the works.

[kup]

According to Cassy Sark's Facebook page and the TFW2005 Feral Rex thread, it looks like there's an MMC Overlord in the works.

That is awesome news! He is likely to be more IDW inspired and of a more sensible size.