MP Ultra Magnus Official Pics

[Bidoofdude]

I'd like to see a Galvatron soon too.

Magnus looks better all the time. can't wait.

Hell yeah. I want to get in on some of this toy action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoiFBqKbGuI

[kaiden]

Sorry if it looked like it was aimed just at you. My note was a general notice (spaced away from my reply to your post), to anyone who might want to go to the other extreme (like the over-sized writing). It just wasn't necessary to make an example of anyone or chase after people as it hadn't escalated yet.

Some people might be genuine and sincere with spoiler warnings. But others might be having some harmless fun or doing it intentionally to make a point... and those can be interpreted as being patronising to those people who came to me with a legitimate query.

Just keep doing things the way it used to be, was the result of the poll, so there shouldn't be any need to change behaviour, particularly to the other extreme if there wasn't a demand for it.

okay, cool.

just to be clear to anyone, my original spoilers were genuine, the super spoiler about the coin which was at the end of the post was a joke.

[Dinkydarth]

More pics!
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.898106796874703.1073743004.168147899870600&type=1

[davieanix]

Looks amazing.

I hadn't been keeping up with news on this release to be honest, and it blows me away that he isn't a retool of MP-10.

[kaiden]

More pics!
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.898106796874703.1073743004.168147899870600&type=1

yeah those are the complete transformation spoiler pics we mentioned earlier.

[drifand]

Looks amazing.

I hadn't been keeping up with news on this release to be honest, and it blows me away that he isn't a retool of MP-10.

Thank god it wasn't. I be so not buying it.

[GoktimusPrime]

Here is MP Ultra Magnus' bio. Note that this is not a translation of TakaraTOMY MP22's bio. The original bio is based on the Japanese version of G1 Ultra Magnus, and makes explicit references to events that only occurred in Japanese G1 continuity (e.g. Scramble City). I discussed it with Hasbro, and they agreed with my proposal to simply write up a whole new bio based on the Anglophone version of the character. I used Ultra Magnus' original 1986 tech specs and Marvel TFU profile as the basis for the bio. Hasbro also asked me if I could give Ultra Magnus' weapon a better name, as they weren't fond of TakTOM's "Super Laser Blaster." However, the only reference to the weapon I could find from an English language source was the original instruction booklet, which calls it "laser gun." Consequently I decided to fabricate a new name for the weapon that is also a reference to IDW Ultra Magnus. I pitched this idea at Hasbro, and they approved it. :) For any purists, the name of the weapon is immediately followed by the words "laser gun," and in the contents page I have labelled it as just "laser gun."

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_techspecs_zpsa6308392.jpg

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_contents_both_zpscdb3915c.jpg

P.S.: Yes, I've noticed the grammatical error I made with "possess" instead of "possesses." :( The additional space before the 's in "Prime's" didn't come from me though -- I initially wrote it as "Prime's," but the draft that I received (which is what this is grabbed from) was done by Hasbro Hong Kong, who typed it as "Prime 's". Oopsies. :p :o

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/avatars/unpossible.jpg

[kaiden]

nice job Gok - those shoulders look solid!

[Dinkydarth]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RHE08j9jHY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[philby]

Hell yeah. I want to get in on some of this toy action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoiFBqKbGuI


wow, talk about spoilers, they just give away the major scene from the movie in the toy ad :p

[Myke]

Has anyone received their MP-22 orders yet?

[GoktimusPrime]

Bumbleb33 has. See the December acquisitions poll.

[lancalot]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RHE08j9jHY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

wow his transformation look is hectic!! going to take me at least 20min first go i reckon

[rodent]

I take back everything I said earlier about the transformation appearing to be simple. There's actually a lot going on with this guy!

[k.wong23]

Anyone still waiting with HLJ? pre order has still not requested payment.

[ITZTRU]

Anyone still waiting with HLJ? pre order has still not requested payment.

Yep still waiting...

[Zippo]

Magnus is not officially out until the 27th, thats when HLJ will ask for money

[drifand]

Hope our dollar remains high vs jp by then.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Looks fantastic! My only real concern before release was the shoulder hinges being strong enough, but they look like they will perform well. I don't think many would have been expecting waist articulation if you'd tried to figure out the transformation from photos beforehand.

You can see why the butt flap is the way it is as well. I bet they considered folding it in half to decrease the size, but that would have resulted in either a white flap on his back (not cartoon accurate), or if they folded it the other way, probably an unsightly hinge in truck mode, and maybe even a peg on the roof as well to stop it folding down by itself. I think they made the right decision, and those who don't like it can just swing it back anyway.

[CoRDS]

i cant wait for mine to arrive so i can put it next to DAI stack

[reillyd]

I can't make heads or tails of the photos linked, and will still need YouTube to transform it, lol.

[Robzy]

Transformation is nice. Can't wait to get this guy. Such an impressive looking figure!

[GoktimusPrime]

Magnus is not officially out until the 27th, thats when HLJ will ask for money
^This. :)

I've still got my MP22 preordered on HLJ plus Hasbro AU has promised me one; I'm expecting both in January. I'm curious to see which one I'll get first. :o

[nexusnixx]

cannot wait for this to be released..... this weekend

[CoRDS]

i really hope someone releases some new hands for this guy.

[Paulbot]

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_contents_both_zpscdb3915c.jpg


This may be a silly question, but does the TakTom MP Ultra Magnus come with a Matrix? He's got the matrix holding hands (as above) and I've seen pictures of him holding a matrix and a matrix holder in his chest, but does he have his own? Or does he have to borrow MP10 Optimus Prime's matrix? :o

[xlojnr]

From what I've read you need to borrow the matrix from your Optimus or Rodimus. (both variants/sizes will fit for Magnus)

[griffin]

This may be a silly question, but does the TakTom MP Ultra Magnus come with a Matrix? He's got the matrix holding hands (as above) and I've seen pictures of him holding a matrix and a matrix holder in his chest, but does he have his own? Or does he have to borrow MP10 Optimus Prime's matrix? :o

Remember, he's not worthy of the Matrix... and can't open it anyway, so doesn't deserve his own. :p

[Gofigure]

Remember, he's not worthy of the Matrix... and can't open it anyway, so doesn't deserve his own. :p

Perfect. :)

He is really just a caretaker anyways. 'Just a soldier'

[GoktimusPrime]

Ultra Magnus does not come with a Matrix. The instructions say that you need use MP10's.
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_matrix_zpscc31102b.jpg

Alright, I just spent most of my morning translating MP22's bio. :o Here is the original Japanese version:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_biojp_zps0b33012c.jpg

And here is my translation. Enjoy.

Ultra Magnus toured the ravaged areas of Cybertron, as a Stampbot Ultra Magnus marked his army's emblem in his role as an administrative official. A magnificent warrior, Ultra Magnus was assigned to Earth where he took command of the Scramble City project, which saw the completion of the wondrous giant city robot, Metroplex. Afterwards, Optimus Prime appointed Ultra Magnus as the next commander, but for whatever reason, Ultra Magnus was not chosen by the Matrix. Ultra Magnus acted as an interim commander until he handed command over to the one who had been chosen by the Matrix, Rodimus Prime. From then on, Ultra Magnus used his experience to support the young commander. Ultra Magnus was given the authority to command, but he did not feel that he had the ability to do so, acknowledging that he was just a soldier. For this reason, Ultra Magnus was supportive, always around to listen to the complaints of a worried Rodimus Prime. Seeing Rodimus Prime's talents, Ultra Magnus became respectful and loyal towards him. In his later years, Ultra Magnus, along with Metroplex whom he'd constructed, charged himself with defending Earth, which he loved and died for. His body was buried in the Earth's ocean. However, many decades later, a resurrected Optimus Prime used the Matrix to rebuild Ultra Magnus. Returning as Laser Ultra Magnus, he stood against threats from across the galaxy. Ultra Magnus' motto is, "Fairness is victory." Possessing a just and seriously strong will, Ultra Magnus is a heroic warrior who is beyond reproach and is willing to sacrifice himself for others. Respected by his enemy, Cyclonus, and adored by his fellow Autobots. While lacking in humour, Ultra Magnus is a Transformer who abounds in excellence.

[kaiden]

thanks for the translation Gok.

also *resurrected*

[Trent]

Ultra Magnus does not come with a Matrix. The instructions say that you need use MP10's.
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_matrix_zpscc31102b.jpg

Alright, I just spent most of my morning translating MP22's bio. :o Here is the original Japanese version:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/masterpiece%20ultra%20magnus/mp_magnus_biojp_zps0b33012c.jpg

And here is my translation. Enjoy.

Ultra Magnus toured the ravaged areas of Cybertron, as a Stampbot Ultra Magnus marked his army's emblem in his role as an administrative official. A magnificent warrior, Ultra Magnus was assigned to Earth where he took command of the Scramble City project, which saw the completion of the wonderous giant city robot, Metroplex. Afterwards, Optimus Prime appointed Ultra Magnus as the next commander, but for whatever reason, Ultra Magnus was not chosen by the Matrix. Ultra Magnus acted as an interim commander until he handed command over to the one who had been chosen by the Matrix, Rodimus Prime. From then on, Ultra Magnus used his experience to support the young commander. Ultra Magnus was given the authority to command, but he did not feel that he had the ability to do so, acknowledging that he was just a soldier. For this reason, Ultra Magnus was supportive, always around to listen to the complaints of a worried Rodimus Prime. Seeing Rodimus Prime's talents, Ultra Magnus became respectful and loyal towards him. In his later years, Ultra Magnus, along with Metroplex whom he'd constructed, charged himself with defending Earth, which he loved and died for. His body was buried in the Earth's ocean. However, many decades later, a ressurected Optimus Prime used the Matrix to rebuild Ultra Magnus. Returning as Laser Ultra Magnus, he stood against threats from across the galaxy. Ultra Magnus' motto is, "Fairness is victory." Possessing a just and seriously strong will, Ultra Magnus is a heroic warrior who is beyond reproach and is willing to sacrifice himself for others. Respected by his enemy, Cyclonus, and adored by his fellow Autobots. While lacking in humour, Ultra Magnus is a Transformer who abounds in excellence.

What is a "Stampbot":confused:

And wouldn't Cyclonus be more accuratley described as his Nemesis instead of enemy? Technically all Decepticons are his enemy.

But great job! :)

[drifand]

Not worried about the matrix, but about whether he was worthy , Optimus did said " nor was I ". :)

I think Magnus is good enough. Will see him next year I guess.

[Blastwave]

Not worried about the matrix, but about whether he was worthy , Optimus did said " nor was I ". :)

I think Magnus is good enough. Will see him next year I guess.

Prime never felt he was worthy but he was chosen, Magnus was neither worthy or chosen. :)

[drifand]

Prime never felt he was worthy but he was chosen, Magnus was neither worthy or chosen. :)

Pretty sure he was chosen by Prime. :)

Not arguing that he was not able to open the matrix.

[FruitBuyer]

Pretty sure he was chosen by Prime. :)

That's completely irrelevant, it's who the Matrix chooses not Prime.

[drifand]

That's completely irrelevant, it's who the Matrix chooses not Prime.

Well it kinds of contradicts, because prime is wise and has been with the matrix, and he chooses who to take the leadership. So technically you be saying prime has poor judgement. As he chose Magnus to lead and hold the matrix it is relevant as he did not expect hot rod to lead.

You cannot say Magnus was not at all worthy or he wouldn't be carrying it for the autobots regardless the matrix chooses to open.

Arguably, it was just not the darkest hour. :)

I am not going into this debate. Yes he can't open the matrix, I will stop there.

[drifand]

Well it kinds of contradicts, because prime is wise and has been with the matrix, and he chooses who to take the leadership. So technically you be saying prime has poor judgement. As he chose Magnus to lead and hold the matrix it is relevant as he did not expect hot rod to lead.

You cannot say Magnus was not at all worthy or he wouldn't be carrying it for the autobots regardless the matrix chooses to open.

Arguably, it was just not the darkest hour. :)

I am not going into this debate. Yes he can't open the matrix, I will stop there.


If it going to the technical base then I say it out now, if he is totally not worthy why even bother to make the toy to fit the matrix.

Not debating whether a matrix is included or not. Just pointing out he was worth carrying it.

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Ultra Magnus toured the ravaged areas of Cybertron, as a Stampbot Ultra Magnus marked his army's emblem in his role as an administrative official. A magnificent warrior, Ultra Magnus was assigned to Earth where he took command of the Scramble City project, which saw the completion of the wonderous giant city robot, Metroplex. Afterwards, Optimus Prime appointed Ultra Magnus as the next commander, but for whatever reason, Ultra Magnus was not chosen by the Matrix. Ultra Magnus acted as an interim commander until he handed command over to the one who had been chosen by the Matrix, Rodimus Prime. From then on, Ultra Magnus used his experience to support the young commander. Ultra Magnus was given the authority to command, but he did not feel that he had the ability to do so, acknowledging that he was just a soldier. For this reason, Ultra Magnus was supportive, always around to listen to the complaints of a worried Rodimus Prime. Seeing Rodimus Prime's talents, Ultra Magnus became respectful and loyal towards him. In his later years, Ultra Magnus, along with Metroplex whom he'd constructed, charged himself with defending Earth, which he loved and died for. His body was buried in the Earth's ocean. However, many decades later, a ressurected Optimus Prime used the Matrix to rebuild Ultra Magnus. Returning as Laser Ultra Magnus, he stood against threats from across the galaxy. Ultra Magnus' motto is, "Fairness is victory." Possessing a just and seriously strong will, Ultra Magnus is a heroic warrior who is beyond reproach and is willing to sacrifice himself for others. Respected by his enemy, Cyclonus, and adored by his fellow Autobots. While lacking in humour, Ultra Magnus is a Transformer who abounds in excellence."Wondrous".

[doublespy]

I caved and watched a video review on Magnus. I'm in love...:p

Kobayashi has certainly kept the overall design style in line with what Hasui had created, and added into his signature engineering ingenuity without over-complicating the transformation. The little twists and turns on the shoulders are a really nice touch.

This figure swept away all my doubts about Kobayashi taking over the MP line again. Look forward to what he has to offer in the future.

[dirge]

My HLJ preorder has processed. He's coming!

[drifand]

My HLJ preorder has processed. He's coming!

As guesstimate it comes under $200 delivered. :)

[BigTransformerTrev]

My HLJ preorder has processed. He's coming!


As guesstimate it comes under $200 delivered. :)

I'm getting Magnus along with Leader Jetfire, the Gigantic Scorponok figure and a Super Sonico all delivered from HLJ for about $140 shipping so guessing Magnus on his own should not cost a bit but not too much.

[Sinnertwin]

EMS is $40 to Sydney. Total $194.

[BigTransformerTrev]

EMS is $40 to Sydney. Total $194.

Hmmmm, wonder if that's standard to Australia or less due to it being a capital city. Wondering if $40 of my $140 is solely for Magnus or it's different due to getting multiple items shipped and/or that I live in the middle off butt-f**k nowhere :confused:

[drifand]

Hmmmm, wonder if that's standard to Australia or less due to it being a capital city. Wondering if $40 of my $140 is solely for Magnus or it's different due to getting multiple items shipped and/or that I live in the middle off butt-f**k nowhere :confused:

Sal was like $25 ems about $38 I think
Nippon yasan was $160 delivered!

[Krayt]

Robot kingdom shipped mine on the 24th, email only just came though

[drifand]

Robot kingdom shipped mine on the 24th, email only just came though

The sad news is that Even if it touches Australia , nobody is around to allocate, and it will be a pile up, expect it next year. If it's express maybe next week. :)

[MayzaPrime]

Just got my shipping notice from RK :D

[GoktimusPrime]

"This order is being processed for shipping." :D


What is a "Stampbot":confused:
;)
http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img241.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/users/8/1/4/3/st_misery-img600x450-1416155245agx2bw19713.jpg
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-de/gunbots2002jp/folder/1534887/59/47357359/img_1?1237567503
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-de/gunbots2002jp/folder/1534887/59/47357359/img_2?1237567503


And wouldn't Cyclonus be more accuratley described as his Nemesis instead of enemy? Technically all Decepticons are his enemy.
re:「敵であるサイクロナスにも」
The word 敵 ('teki') means "enemy." There isn't actually a word for "nemesis," as it's the name of a Greek Goddess (Νέμεσις) which has come to be synonymous with 'arch-enemy' in English. Japanese translations for "archenemy" include:
大敵 ('taiteki' lit. "great enemy")
勁敵 ('keiteki' lit. "powerful enemy")
強敵 ('kyouteki' lit. "strong enemy")
勍敵 ('keiteki' lit. "mighty enemy")
The Japanese word for "Nemesis" is ネメシス ('nemeshisu', but that refers to the Goddess and isn't synonymous with 'archenemy' in Japanese.

Pretty sure he was chosen by Prime. :)

Not arguing that he was not able to open the matrix.
Well it kinds of contradicts, because prime is wise and has been with the matrix, and he chooses who to take the leadership. So technically you be saying prime has poor judgement. As he chose Magnus to lead and hold the matrix it is relevant as he did not expect hot rod to lead.

You cannot say Magnus was not at all worthy or he wouldn't be carrying it for the autobots regardless the matrix chooses to open.

Arguably, it was just not the darkest hour. :)

I am not going into this debate. Yes he can't open the matrix, I will stop there.
:eek: You know, I didn't write the bio, I only translated it. I don't mind people picking me up on typos or asking questions about the translation itself - that's fine - but I have NO control or influence over what the original bio actually says. :rolleyes:

[Krayt]

The sad news is that Even if it touches Australia , nobody is around to allocate, and it will be a pile up, expect it next year. If it's express maybe next week. :)

Nope.... Auspost is back at work today, only the POs and posties are off... Bulk logistics are back at full speed

[Juggernaut]

Wooooooo mine is on its way!

[Trent]

;)
http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img241.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/users/8/1/4/3/st_misery-img600x450-1416155245agx2bw19713.jpg
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-de/gunbots2002jp/folder/1534887/59/47357359/img_1?1237567503
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-de/gunbots2002jp/folder/1534887/59/47357359/img_2?1237567503

Ah, ok. Thanks :)


re:「敵であるサイクロナスにも」
The word 敵 ('teki') means "enemy." There isn't actually a word for "nemesis," as it's the name of a Greek Goddess (Νέμεσις) which has come to be synonymous with 'arch-enemy' in English. Japanese translations for "archenemy" include:
大敵 ('taiteki' lit. "great enemy")
勁敵 ('keiteki' lit. "powerful enemy")
強敵 ('kyouteki' lit. "strong enemy")
勍敵 ('keiteki' lit. "mighty enemy")
The Japanese word for "Nemesis" is ネメシス ('nemeshisu', but that refers to the Goddess and isn't synonymous with 'archenemy' in Japanese.


Fair enough :)

[drifand]

"This order is being processed for shipping." :D


;)
http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img241.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/users/8/1/4/3/st_misery-img600x450-1416155245agx2bw19713.jpg
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-de/gunbots2002jp/folder/1534887/59/47357359/img_1?1237567503
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-de/gunbots2002jp/folder/1534887/59/47357359/img_2?1237567503


re:「敵であるサイクロナスにも」
The word 敵 ('teki') means "enemy." There isn't actually a word for "nemesis," as it's the name of a Greek Goddess (Νέμεσις) which has come to be synonymous with 'arch-enemy' in English. Japanese translations for "archenemy" include:
大敵 ('taiteki' lit. "great enemy")
勁敵 ('keiteki' lit. "powerful enemy")
強敵 ('kyouteki' lit. "strong enemy")
勍敵 ('keiteki' lit. "mighty enemy")
The Japanese word for "Nemesis" is ネメシス ('nemeshisu', but that refers to the Goddess and isn't synonymous with 'archenemy' in Japanese.

:eek: You know, I didn't write the bio, I only translated it. I don't mind people picking me up on typos or asking questions about the translation itself - that's fine - but I have NO control or influence over what the original bio actually says. :rolleyes:


No, I am not picking on anything at all. It will be a whole fanatic debate.
Let's just leave it and enjoy the toy.

[Trent]

Shipping notice!!!!!!!!!

Huzzah!

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

[k.wong23]

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

That's an awesome clip! people be warned it shows transformation :p

[drifand]

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-005770&page=top

For those who still want it cheap.

[Penetrator]

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

reminds me of the early diaclone commercials... go takara!

and looks like I wont need to read the instructions on how to transform magnus now thanks to that vid...

bit of a spoiler really... but o wel...

[Megatran]

Anime Export is closed for Japanese holidays & wont be open for business til 4th January. :( Yet HLJ is shipping orders. :rolleyes:

[GoktimusPrime]

Anime Export is closed for Japanese holidays & wont be open for business til 4th January. :( Yet HLJ is shipping orders. :rolleyes:
That's because there's no public holidays in December except for the 23rd which was the Emperor's Birthday. There are no public hols for Xmas. The only public holiday for New Year's is 1/1, then on 12/1 for Coming of Age Day (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coming_of_Age_Day). So it seems that HLJ are still running as usual on all days that aren't national holidays, whereas Anime Export may have decided to give themselves an extended holiday, but that's not unusual either. Several companies in Japan elect to give themselves a 年末年始休業 ("year-end/new year's break"). TakaraTOMY's closed (http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/support/other.html) from tomorrow and doesn't re-open until 5/1. :o

[DELTAprime]

I paid for my Private Warehouse to ship from HLJ on Thursday with Magnus, still has not been shipped. Normally they ship same day.

[CoRDS]

after having my tfi pre order cancelled i ordered from chimungmung at noon. at 1 i got my shipping notice from tony :)

[theshape]

Just got my shipping notice from nippon.

That MP video is EPIC. I dare anyone who doesnt collect MPs to watch that and resist them :D

[Dinkydarth]

Paid for my HLJ shipping yesterday, shipped today. Can't wait!

[GoktimusPrime]

Official MP web site has been updated to include MP22.
http://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/toy/search/masterpiece/
http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/lineup/detail/tf-mp803201.html
Product name: Masterpiece MP-22 Ultra Magnus
RRP: 18000JPY (approx. $185)
Release date: December, 2014
Age range: 15 and Up
Packaging size (mm): 300(W)×350(H)×140(D)

[k.wong23]

HLJ shipping dispatch at 5 pm today with bumblebee :D

[Paulbot]

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

Just like in the G1 cartoon, Convoy's trailer appears from nowhere when he turns into truck mode. Nice touch. ;)

[The_Damned]

Spoiler

dont watch if you dont want to see him tranform

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNdlNiLxFGI

[janda the red]

That MP video is EPIC. I dare anyone who doesnt collect MPs to watch that and resist them :D

I watched it because of this comment....

They certainly nailed that video man! :D

[drifand]

Figured they found Rodimus to hard for the video .

[CoRDS]

i thought it was just the figures they have released this year....

[Ultra Mackness]

Could it be just the figures (Autobot only) since the line was re-booted with MP-10?

Either way, an awesome vid. Love to see a Decepticon one!

[ITZTRU]

No Red Alert either...

[drifand]

i thought it was just the figures they have released this year....

Optimus ? Nah...

[CoRDS]

Optimus ? Nah...

*looks over to brand new mp10*

[drifand]

Could it be just the figures (Autobot only) since the line was re-booted with MP-10?

Either way, an awesome vid. Love to see a Decepticon one!

Yeah I agree. Nice vid.

[drifand]

*looks over to brand new mp10*

Takara? Nah... Only hasbro.

Sideswipe was not release this year either, and is pointed out red alert is missing. It is just a cool intro Magnus video, that was it.

[griffin]

Takara? Nah... Only hasbro.

Sideswipe was not release this year either, and is pointed out red alert is missing. It is just a cool intro Magnus video, that was it.

It's close enough... and maybe that was all the people in charge of the commercial had on hand at the time.


There's no need to be picky on everything you know, as it is upsetting people in the way that you do are doing it.
It is actually okay to just let some things go without a comment or "correction". :)

[GoktimusPrime]

The intention of the video was to showcase MP22 Ultra Magnus. It includes enough other MP Autobots to demonstrate:
* How MP22 scales w/ the MP Autobot Cars in vehicle and robot mode
* How MP22 scales w/ an MP Autbot mini-car in vehicle and robot mode
* How MP22 scales w/ MP10 & also how it looks (e.g. how both Freightliner FL86 truck cabs look the same despite being completely different toys :))
* How MP22's trailer interacts w/ MP Autobot Cars and comparing it w/ MP10's trailer interaction
* MP22's transformation

[drifand]

It's close enough... and maybe that was all the people in charge of the commercial had on hand at the time.


There's no need to be picky on everything you know, as it is upsetting people in the way that you do are doing it.
It is actually okay to just let some things go without a comment or "correction". :)

My apologies, I was just scratching my head on how I missed a TT version of Optimus this year. Was not meant in any way to offend.

[Hursticon]

Woohoo! :eek:

My HLJ-ordered MP Magnus arrived at (What I assume is) the Sydney AusPost distribution centre at 14:35 today! :D:D:D

@Sinnertwin: Yep, $194 was close to how it broke down for me: $196 (AUD) PayPal Exchange Rate: ¥1.00 = $0.93 (AUD) with EMS shipping as always. ;):)

[johnnypaul]

Did anyone else's Ultra Magnus come in? I'm impressed with Hobbylink, paid for it on Friday and it came in this morning!

[GoktimusPrime]

Mine was posted on Saturday, but given my track record with long, long delivery waiting times... I'll be lucky if I receive mine in mid January. :rolleyes:

[CoRDS]

mine was posted on saturday, today its being put on a plane.

[Dinkydarth]

Mine posted sat, arrived in aust today

[Trent]

Taking some photos of mine now :D

[Nevac]

Can anyone who has Magnus confirm if his arm ramp can go flush with the feet/ramp so the cars can drive up it like the G1 toy? All the promotional pictures and reviews I've seen no one has demonstrated it. The G1 toy you not only have to point the arms down but bend the elbow joint to achieve this. I notice the elbow joint is in the same place for the MP version but no one has bent it to to show it off the cars have to jump to get on the ramp.

[Hursticon]

Taking some photos of mine now :D

Me too dude! :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6Aah3ECUAECISx.jpg:large


Hobby Link Japan are the best! :cool:

Posted 20:09 Friday evening, arrived in Sydney for processing at 14:35 yesterday arvo, delivered to my door at 12:25 today! - Total of 3 Days transit time! :eek::D
(Technically, it's actually 2 days, 16 hours, 16 minutes! :p)

HLJ's track record continues to be nothing but exemplary. ;):)

[Holdobot]

Me too dude! :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6Aah3ECUAECISx.jpg:large


Hobby Link Japan are the best! :cool:

Posted 20:09 Friday evening, arrived in Sydney for processing at 14:35 yesterday arvo, delivered to my door at 12:25 today! - Total of 3 Days transit time! :eek::D
(Technically, it's actually 2 days, 16 hours, 16 minutes! :p)

HLJ's track record continues to be nothing but exemplary. ;):)

So jealous! Pre-Ordered from Anime-export and I checked their website just before Christmas and saw they closed down over the holidays reopening on the 4th Jan. Dang it, I knew I should have gone HLJ!

[Trent]

Hehehehehehehehehehehehe.

I have an MP Ultra Magnus! I've been waiting for this for a while :)

Anyway, to the point:

The good far outweighs the bad. His size is awesome. He is just so imposing. His proportions are perfect. He looks like he stepped right out of the cartoon.
I managed to remove the gap between his ramps and shuns by sliding the ramps past the tab that holds them. They now sit flush against his shins :)

And some bad:

Very bland. Could have used more paint apps to liven him up a bit.
My copy has trouble tabbing the arms together in alt mode. It takes quite a bit of fiddling to get it to stay in position.
He has very limited shoulder articulation. It is somewhat helped by the transformation pivot but still not ideal.
No waist articulation.

Matrix holding hand is a bit of a cheat. I was a little disappointed at this for some reason.

That'll do for now. Sorry for the pinkish photos. I was looking after the little fella while taking these and didn't realise the white balance was all screwed up. Plus I don't have the time to fix it in Photoshop :o

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7518/15516539733_9a4618f74c_h.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7544/16136264735_8708231c4b_h.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7523/16135519142_5b96e85910_h.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7515/15950505567_4bb6ee9994_h.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7581/15513931784_f3ae0bd71e_h.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8609/15948972470_0d3b4cfd60_h.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16110486156_2988c22c5e_h.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7547/16136269835_27925c4518_h.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7550/15950179869_5df286fe60_h.jpg

Overall I love it! Can't wait to get some photos wit him and Rodimus :D

[BigTransformerTrev]

Woohoo! :eek:

My HLJ-ordered MP Magnus arrived at (What I assume is) the Sydney AusPost distribution centre at 14:35 today! :D:D:D

@Sinnertwin: Yep, $194 was close to how it broke down for me: $196 (AUD) PayPal Exchange Rate: ¥1.00 = $0.93 (AUD) with EMS shipping as always. ;):)


Did anyone else's Ultra Magnus come in? I'm impressed with Hobbylink, paid for it on Friday and it came in this morning!


Me too dude! :D

Hobby Link Japan are the best! :cool:

Posted 20:09 Friday evening, arrived in Sydney for processing at 14:35 yesterday arvo, delivered to my door at 12:25 today! - Total of 3 Days transit time! :eek::D
(Technically, it's actually 2 days, 16 hours, 16 minutes! :p)

HLJ's track record continues to be nothing but exemplary. ;):)

According to the tracking my Magnus from HLJ reached Melbourne at 8.14am this morning. Really hoping he arrives in Swan Hill either tomorrow or Wednesday

[Hursticon]

Hehehehehehehehehehehehe.

I have an MP Ultra Magnus! I've been waiting for this for a while :)

Anyway, to the point:

The good far outweighs the bad. His size is awesome. He is just so imposing. His proportions are perfect. He looks like he stepped right out of the cartoon.
I managed to remove the gap between his ramps and shuns by sliding the ramps past the tab that holds them. They now sit flush against his shins :)

And some bad:

Very bland. Could have used more paint apps to liven him up a bit.
My copy has trouble tabbing the arms together in alt mode. It takes quite a bit of fiddling to get it to stay in position.
He has very limited shoulder articulation. It is somewhat helped by the transformation pivot but still not ideal.
No waist articulation.

Matrix holding hand is a bit of a cheat. I was a little disappointed at this for some reason.

That'll do for now. Sorry for the pinkish photos. I was looking after the little fella while taking these and didn't realise the white balance was all screwed up. Plus I don't have the time to fix it in Photoshop :o

*snip*

Overall I love it! Can't wait to get some photos wit him and Rodimus :D

Holy crap dude! :eek:

I'm not seeing any "Pink" at all via my tablet Trent, your shots look amazing. :D

He's a beefcake huh? - A poseable one though but I dig the diecast slabs he has for "toes", he feels to me like his heft starts solidly from his base and tapers gradually as you move up.

I've transformed him once thus far and found him to be entirely intuitive, instructions are wholly unnecessary too as tabs and hinged-panels all seem to be exactly where you expect them to be. :)

I look forward to seeing more of your shots when you've got the time mate - he does have some bland spots that I think are exacerbated by his sheer size, but for a big bloke MP Magnus sure does hold up to the preceding car bots and deserves plenty of coverage. ;)


According to the tracking my Magnus from HLJ reached Melbourne at 8.14am this morning. Really hoping he arrives in Swan Hill either tomorrow or Wednesday

If your AusPost channels are good out your way Trev, with all hope it'll be Wednesday at the latest. ;):)

He's fun man, he'll be worth the wait. :cool:

[kaiden]

he looks awesome except for the forearms where you can see the sprues weren't cut very well :/

[GoktimusPrime]

So jealous! Pre-Ordered from Anime-export and I checked their website just before Christmas and saw they closed down over the holidays reopening on the 4th Jan. Dang it, I knew I should have gone HLJ!
Actually, HLJ are also closed from 28/12~5/1. It's just that for any orders that HLJ were posted before they took a break would be in transit, as that is the work of the postal service(s). Also, HLJ are a bit more expensive than Anime Export (although HLJ only charges you once the toy is ready to be shipped, as opposed to AE's immediate charge upon preorder).

[Sky Shadow]

Trent - yours is the first shot I've seen of the cab on its own (I didn't realise it could separate.) Can the trailer approximate any of the base and launcher modes of the original toy?

[Megatran]

Damn you Trent. Gave up collecting Masterpiece line but having seen your pics .... I WANT ONE.

[Trent]

Trent - yours is the first shot I've seen of the cab on its own (I didn't realise it could separate.) Can the trailer approximate any of the base and launcher modes of the original toy?

I have no idea what you're talking about. What are these base and launcher modes you speaks of?


Damn you Trent. Gave up collecting Masterpiece line but having seen your pics .... I WANT ONE.

Glad to help :D

[GoktimusPrime]

I have no idea what you're talking about. What are these base and launcher modes you speaks of?
He's referring to the Battle Station Mode. It's something that Diaclone Powered Convoy had, but was not included in G1 Ultra Magnus' instructions, but obviously the original G1 Ultra Magnus toy could do it anyway (same w/ Battle Convoy/Optimus Prime's standing repair bay mode).
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/diaclone_poweredconvoy_allyourbase_zps8052ab35.jpg

[drifand]

Looks awesome Trent !just waiting for mine to arrive.

[Megatran]

He's referring to the Battle Station Mode. It's something that Diaclone Powered Convoy had, but was not included in G1 Ultra Magnus' instructions, but obviously the original G1 Ultra Magnus toy could do it anyway (same w/ Battle Convoy/Optimus Prime's standing repair bay mode).
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/diaclone_poweredconvoy_allyourbase_zps8052ab35.jpg

I'm squinting, yet I still don't see a Battle Station or Mobile HQ. What I do see is a mis-transformed trailer. :o

(Oh, thanks for the pic Goktimus).

[GoktimusPrime]

I'm squinting, yet I still don't see a Battle Station or Mobile HQ. What I do see is a mis-transformed trailer. :o
Which is possibly why Hasbro omitted them for Ultra Magnus (http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/instructions/autobot/1986/instr_ultra_magnus.jpg). ;) I guess it was just part of the 80s Japanese mecha thing to give them intermediate modes. Jetfire's Gerwalk mode is arguably a mis-transformed jet, although that is actually shown in G1 Jetfire's instructions (http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/instructions/autobot/1985/instr_jetfire.jpg) (see: "Alternate transformation").

Anyway, here's a photo of the Battle station mode (http://diaclone.net/orid/dia057/pcon01.jpg). Also, there's an alternate variation of the Battle station mode with the ramps pointed forward as shown here (http://www.cybernetspacecube.com/tftm/images/toys/diaclone_powered_convoy.jpg).

[BigTransformerTrev]

If your AusPost channels are good out your way Trev, with all hope it'll be Wednesday at the latest. ;):)

He's fun man, he'll be worth the wait. :cool:

Well MP Magnus arrived today. But were your boxes from HLJ so big? :confused::eek:

http://i1294.photobucket.com/albums/b615/BigAngryTrev/photo9_zps23e13739.jpg (http://s1294.photobucket.com/user/BigAngryTrev/media/photo9_zps23e13739.jpg.html)

[Ode to a Grasshopper]

Trent - yours is the first shot I've seen of the cab on its own (I didn't realise it could separate.) Can the trailer approximate any of the base and launcher modes of the original toy?Apparently yes. (http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-2385.html)

Can't confirm it myself as I don't have MP Magnus.

Also, pic request for Magnus and the Classics Season 3 cast please.:)
Bonus points if anyone recreates this (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/File:Bigmagnus_tinyconst.jpg) in toy form.:D

[rodent]

Bonus points if anyone recreates this (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/File:Bigmagnus_tinyconst.jpg) in toy form.:D

WST Constructicons should be the perfect scale for this ;)

[Dinkydarth]

Magnus was delivered today. HLJ are great! Quicker than Australia Post!

[davieanix]

Still waiting for BBTS like a sucker...

[GoktimusPrime]

Still waiting for BBTS like a sucker...
I ordered from HLJ and I'm also still waiting like a sucker. :o :rolleyes:

[CoRDS]

I ordered from HLJ and I'm also still waiting like a sucker. :o :rolleyes:

mine was pre-ordered back when it was announced with bbts. but i cancelled it last week. ordered thru tfi only to have that get cancelled. ened up going to chimungmung. it arrived somewhere in .au yesterday .... still dont have it yet

[Krayt]

HE"S HERE!!!!!!!!!!!

Had the G1 since earliest memories.... so YAY!!!

And who needs instructions.... kinda easy :-(

But I don't like his side mirrors... already out of place

[FAPOS]

Well MP Magnus arrived today. But were your boxes from HLJ so big? :confused::eek:

http://i1294.photobucket.com/albums/b615/BigAngryTrev/photo9_zps23e13739.jpg (http://s1294.photobucket.com/user/BigAngryTrev/media/photo9_zps23e13739.jpg.html)

Maaan you had me expecting a mammoth box to rock up... mine wasn't even as big as a slab of beer. What did you order??

Now who to have in robot mode & who in vehicle mode... leaning towards Magnus robot, Stack vehicle...

http://s18.postimg.org/vtjsi42i1/magnus.jpg

Ive got diaclone Stack i can leave in robot too... they're different enough to warrant having both in robot mode i think.

[BigTransformerTrev]

Maaan you had me expecting a mammoth box to rock up... mine wasn't even as big as a slab of beer. What did you order??



MP Magnus, Gigantic Action Scorponok, Leader-Class LG07 Jetfire and Winter-Outfit Super Sonico. Somehow I think it was Scorponok that accounted for the big box ;)

[Sky Shadow]

Apparently yes. (http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-2385.html)

Thanks Odie!

[kup]

Prefer the lighter colors - Will wait

[Shirokaze]

Just received my HLJ box. Today is a good day :D

[koolkollectibleskhai]

It's a great day to be a Transformer fan :)

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/Transformers/IMG_9324_zpsce3f3209.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/Transformers/IMG_9324_zpsce3f3209.jpg.html)


http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/Transformers/IMG_9329_zpsfd8dfd41.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/Transformers/IMG_9329_zpsfd8dfd41.jpg.html)

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Here's my review of MP-22 Ultra Magnus! Not without its flaws, but overall still a pretty damn amazing figure that has serious presence on display with the other MPs.

http://youtu.be/OyZQwWqDGG8

Hope you can check out the review :)

[Nevac]

I've yet to see a screenshot of the arms sitting flush to the ramp as well as they do on the original G1 toy the closest I can get the MP to do it is by bending the elbow and it creates a very steep ramp and still isn't as good as the G1 toy. Even the stop motion masterpiece video they don't do it and all the reviews I've seen have yet to pull it off.

If this is possible can someone prove me wrong and post a picture of it?

[koolkollectibleskhai]

The G1 Autobot vehicle cast has never looked so good!!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/Transformers/IMG_9340_zps740db870.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/Transformers/IMG_9340_zps740db870.jpg.html)

[xlojnr]

Every time somebody displays poor old red, they always have him in his paranoid state. Poor fella deserves a break! Gotta go show mine some love.

[koolkollectibleskhai]

Every time somebody displays poor old red, they always have him in his paranoid state. Poor fella deserves a break! Gotta go show mine some love.

LOl yeah, but that gives a bit of variety to the figures on display using their accessories :) I always thought Red was a little bloody crazy anyway - I wish they made an MP Inferno to go with him!

[Krayt]

Got my refund on part postage from RK.... YAY

[Megatran]

Got my refund on part postage from RK.... YAY
Never heard of that before. Did you complain of their high shipping cost? Or error in your favour?

[Nevac]

There was a post on their facebook saying they overcharged for postage on MP22 and they would refund the difference I can't find where they mentioned it but I remember seeing it somewhere

[Dinkydarth]

Got my refund on part postage from RK.... YAY

how much was original postage?

[Ultra Mackness]

Had to log in to my Anime export account, but MP Magnus is in stock and I can now select for them to ship it to me :)

[WeallscreamforStarscream]

Anime Export just sent me my notification ready to ship! Just an FYI for all that were freaking out.

It's gonna be delivered and i'm gonna be on holiday :(

[Holdobot]

Had to log in to my Anime export account, but MP Magnus is in stock and I can now select for them to ship it to me :)

Thanks for the heads up, have just done the same :)

[Penetrator]

The G1 Autobot vehicle cast has never looked so good!!

http://i1329.photobucket.com/albums/w552/chockey88/Transformers/IMG_9340_zps740db870.jpg (http://s1329.photobucket.com/user/chockey88/media/Transformers/IMG_9340_zps740db870.jpg.html)

how about a pic of the same bots all in vehicle mode? :p

[drifand]

You kind of pushing it with Rodimus in there. Lol

[CoRDS]

You kind of pushing it with Rodimus in there. Lol

well now he did say g1 and not year one ;)

[Krayt]

how much was original postage?

Was 66 or something...

[drifand]

well now he did say g1 and not year one ;)

Yeah, I think after playing with rodimus once or twice , I never liked to transformed him anymore. Same goes for Megatron

[Megatran]

Got email notification late last night from Anime Export to pay for shipping. MP Magnus is finally on his way.... via EMS. :)

[tangy]

Had to log in to my Anime export account, but MP Magnus is in stock and I can now select for them to ship it to me :)

thanks for the tip! awaiting my shipping costs now...

[Smint]

Got mine today from Nippon Yasan.

Very happy with him besides the fact that the box came with a massive hole in it. Unfortunately the office secretary took delivery without filing a damaged package claim.

Quite annoyed.

http://i57.tinypic.com/rc116w.jpg

http://i62.tinypic.com/2r5z4nl.jpg

[5FDP]

^ Ouch! :eek:

[GoktimusPrime]

Perhaps someone else on this board isn't interested in keeping their box. <shrugs>

[theshape]

Looks like some scum bag kicked it. :(

[GoktimusPrime]

Just out of interest, are Nippon Yasan's boxes marked "Handle With Care"? (cos HLJ's are)

[Smint]

Just out of interest, are Nippon Yasan's boxes marked "Handle With Care"? (cos HLJ's are)

No they arent. Ordered from them a few times and this is the first time this happened. Probably inevitable given how they pack it.

The box was bubble wrapped and literally 2 pieces of news paper pointlessly lined the inside.

The shipping box is small enough to prevent the box from moving on the inside. So it wasnt loose or anything but theres a bit of empty space in there. All they had to do was scrunch up the news paper to create some actual padding and that probably would have been enough to prevent the damage.

Gonna email them about this and let them know to mark handle with care.

[GoktimusPrime]

HLJ's box have those "air bags" on the top and bottom to stop it from moving, but the sides weren't protected any more than just fitting perfectly into the box. So any severe damage to the sides would have also damaged the side of MP22's box. I guess the "Handle With Care" labels were enough. They're really big w/ the "fragile" logo and is bilingual (Handle With Care/取扱注意). :o

[Sinnertwin]

We've all seen those handlers at the airport videos. Handle with care/Fragile sticker or not, to some people it makes zero difference.

[drifand]

We've all seen those handlers at the airport videos. Handle with care/Fragile sticker or not, to some people it makes zero difference.

Yup, those words are like part of matrix code they see it ever so often that they will not be so particular over your parcel.

[griffin]

Australia Post don't have "handle with care" or "fragile" stickers anymore because everything is automated within Australia... so they can't separate items to guarantee their safety. :(