MP-11NR Masterpiece Ramjet

[fatbot]

https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/12112280_955401051192502_9057406542837861606_n.jpg ?oh=f246b7d44776e3e2c7f214190fbada27&oe=5688BA8E
https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12107269_955400831192524_6634403387314834558_n.jpg ?oh=e0e6b8700dbd2627f8073852b3fd48f9&oe=568BB43B
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12115940_955400744525866_8855656196476101183_n.jpg ?oh=d11de9ca4c955d94ff5ee9d1b332fdf7&oe=56C28BFD&__gda__=1451754699_7a0324c8e910a0e83905bb948785f09 d
https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/11223301_955400701192537_4098688364984541158_n.jpg ?oh=4dbe664941258654ee2332eed380179b&oe=56BDB0FB

* source S.T.F.U.

[tinyJazz]

For real!

TakaraTomy Mall listing:

http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810842613/

Due out late February next year, limited edition of 2000 and appears to be a TTM exclusive.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Well crap. Years of saying i'd never purchase these if they happened all discarded in an instant :D

[Starscream77]

why make this a limited edition???????????

Hasbro better pick it up

[DarkHyren]

Oh my, that was unexpected! Here I was just considering getting one of the reissues of the G1 coneheads and this happens.

[Pig's_A_King]

I need to change my underwear

[UltimateGalvatron]

PC please get it.

[BruiseLee]

Very nice but with the sudden flood of MPs, my wallet has now gone on strike.

[CBratron]

1. About time we had more Decepticons (Shockwave's announcement was pretty good for this too).
2. About time we started getting coneheads.

He looks perfect, except for the voids in his wrists where the hands fold away to.

[spiderken17]

I'm with Screamer, why would they make this limited release? Its one of the main characters, its like making ironhide limited release.
Oh well time for some refresh wars when PC get it I assume.

[drifand]

Well limited probably because they cannot push out that many and just take 2k as a cut off for now. I very much doubt this won't float on.

Yes after years of not another seeker this is what the public wanted.

I may skip this as I have to remind myself that I wanted to collect the cars and maybe one of two more characters.

[M-bot]

I'm hoping limited does not equate to ridiculously expensive. There surely can't be much doubt now that Thrust and Dirge are coming at some point.

[kurdt_the_goat]

The TakaraTomy Mall site ran through translate has a line "This product is scheduled to be sold in Asia", so i wouldn't worry too much.

I'd imagine their line of thinking is that only a small subset of the most dedicated fans will want to pick up all 6, and in Japan the popularity of Transformers isn't all that great either.

[Bidoofdude]

If not exclusive (can't imagine why it would be though), I'm a bit meh. He looks kind of fugly, different to the stubby cartoon model.

[DaptoDog]

I'm with Screamer, why would they make this limited release? Its one of the main characters, its like making ironhide limited release.
Oh well time for some refresh wars when PC get it I assume.

Haha so true. Why make a new core G1 character a limited run exclusive? Remember the craziness of the Thundercracker pre order? This will blow that away. I was quick to the draw last time, better load up the laptop!

[UltimateGalvatron]

You know what?
Although he looks good, I think the Toymecha ones look better. Better face sculpts for certain.

The fact he is exclusive doesn't help.

[millhouse]

Nice!

[Bidoofdude]

Apparently he's USD135.00 and no one on TFW mentioned exclusiveness.

[griffin]

All past TakaraTomyMall exclusives were released by Hasbro HK so look out at HK sources and any local sources that get stock from there.

[philby]

woah!

[Gutsman Heavy]

Nice to see the best conehead get made first, hope he can wear the chunky missiles on his arms!

[UltraMarginal]

That looks beautiful, I'm not sure where I'm getting it from but I am getting it.

[drifand]

I'm with Screamer, why would they make this limited release? Its one of the main characters, its like making ironhide limited release.
Oh well time for some refresh wars when PC get it I assume.

PC has gone international so is going to be way harder than mp11t

It looks quite obvious TT is directly killing 3p with the obvious choices in mp made recently.

[BigTransformerTrev]

I'm getting sick of all these expensive and hard to procure limited releases. I could accept Thundercracker since another version of him had a wide release and I was just too broke to get him. Ramjet should be a wide release and I hope down the track he ends up as such

[1AZRAEL1]

Well screw down my nipplenuts and send me to Alaska. I was almost going to jump on the 3P ones not long ago. Hopefully this gets a wider release. 2000 is not enough to make all the fans happy

[millhouse]

I'm getting sick of all these expensive and hard to procure limited releases. I could accept Thundercracker since another version of him had a wide release and I was just too broke to get him. Ramjet should be a wide release and I hope down the track he ends up as such

Wasn't it noted that it's going to be available in Asia? That means it's a case of 2,000 for Japan only, and exclusively through TT Mall.

Outside of Japan? Not exactly an exclusive.

Not trying to be an asshole, just wanting to make sure you had the same info.

[BigTransformerTrev]

Wasn't it noted that it's going to be available in Asia? That means it's a case of 2,000 for Japan only, and exclusively through TT Mall.

Outside of Japan? Not exactly an exclusive.

Not trying to be an asshole, just wanting to make sure you had the same info.

What - so Japan gets 2000 Ramjets and the rest of Asia is going to get plenty?

[janda the red]

OMG!!!!!!!!

This is great news :D

[griffin]

2000 units is just the Japanese release.
The quantity released by Hasbro HK for Asia is never known, but must be significantly more for a number of HK online sources (and Australian outlets that get HK stock) to have plenty of stock.

[Magnus]

2000 units is just the Japanese release.
The quantity released by Hasbro HK for Asia is never known, but must be significantly more for a number of HK online sources (and Australian outlets that get HK stock) to have plenty of stock.

Good to know. Thanks for clearing that up!

On Ramjet: looks nice. If I can find it for a good price, I'll probably bite.

[GoktimusPrime]

Hasbro better pick it up
^Agree

I'm hoping limited does not equate to ridiculously expensive.
It already is bloody expensive. 15984JPY ≈ AU$190. If TRU released an MP Seeker for $200, we'd cry foul.

As much as I'd like this toy, I can't justify the price. I really hope that Hasbro will pick this toy up, but then who knows what crazy price TRU will charge for it. They should charge $100 (same as AU RRP for MP(3) Starscream and Acid Rain (Sunstorm too? Don't remember...)) -- although TRU are currently charging $150 for MP(11) Starscream, so I guess that might be a more reasonable expectation from TRU. (-_-) $150 is still too much, but beats paying nearly $200, and that's not even factoring in the cost of shipping.

[BruiseLee]

From PC's new items thread:


MP-11 NR RAMJET Pre Order 1st Round, Open 8.30 pm EST. QLD TIME. Only light allocation confirmed and guranteed, will close once allocation met. Limit of 1 per customer in this offer

Not sure if this means today but good luck to those trying. Don't forget someone on the board mentioned it is faster to have payment details saved so checkout is faster which hopefully means no disappearing in cart items.

[johnnypaul]

2000 units is just the Japanese release.
The quantity released by Hasbro HK for Asia is never known, but must be significantly more for a number of HK online sources (and Australian outlets that get HK stock) to have plenty of stock.

Is there ever any difference between the Takara Mall and Hasbro HK version?

[drifand]

Is there ever any difference between the Takara Mall and Hasbro HK version?

Coin and no coin for TT

[Megatran]

Excitement level HIGH.


Well screw down my nipplenuts and send me to Alaska.

Dropped a bit. Well a lot actually.
:p

[megatren]

I want this but I don't have the budget anymore after all the preorders that I did recently.

I would just probaby wait for someone in this forum to sell a 2nd hand unit. =)

[Golden Phoenix]

Bout time I say. It was the simplest thing for them to do and it's taken them way too long.

[DaptoDog]

Pre ordered from PC:)

[Starganderfish]

This guy is now available at Premium Collectables - $185.
Just picked one up!!!

[griffin]

Is there ever any difference between the Takara Mall and Hasbro HK version?

The toys and packaging are the same.
As noted by someone else above, the HK toys often come with a bonus coin or accessory. (gold MP Megatron came with a mini Reflector camera, and MP Optimus reissue came with a Vector Sigma key & ball)

[johnnypaul]

The toys and packaging are the same.
As noted by someone else above, the HK toys often come with a bonus coin or accessory. (gold MP Megatron came with a mini Reflector camera, and MP Optimus reissue came with a Vector Sigma key & ball)

Thanks for the clarification.

[Kranix]

Just jumped on and saw this and I was blown away at this release, never thought it would happen. Really exciting!

However... I missed out on PC, it showed as available but as usually happens it was sold out when I go to checkout. Now it shows as sold out. I dont know how you guys manage to buy on that site! Well done!

[griffin]

That reminds me... at BotCon a few months ago, I asked the main Hasbro guy (Jerry) - Masterpiece Coneheads retooled from the MP Seeker mould, is that something Hasbro can pressure TakaraTomy to do as they modified it once already?

His reply to me was - It's on our wish list, but nothing is planned.

That was four months ago, and with Hasbro claiming to not know about Generations changes or additions in Japan (like Groove and Devastator), it is possible that they didn't know about it back then for him to not be lying to me about it.
And since it is only four months ago, it is too recent for my query to be any sort of catalyst, as Jerry was taking notes of my questions and suggestions and seemed genuinely interested in MP Coneheads since that Seeker mould has been their most successful of the Masterpiece line.

Either way, it is pretty exciting to see Ramjet... and expect Dirge and Thrust later, to fill out the Decepticon MP ranks.

[Starganderfish]

...and they're gone.

[DarkHyren]

Kranix: It did the same thing for me when I went to the checkout but I kept plugging at it, adding it to cart, having it say sold out, adding it to cart again, until finally it let me through to the next step and paid no problem.
If you're really keen on one from PC that's the way to go ;)

[Kranix]

Kranix: It did the same thing for me when I went to the checkout but I kept plugging at it, adding it to cart, having it say sold out, adding it to cart again, until finally it let me through to the next step and paid no problem.
If you're really keen on one from PC that's the way to go ;)

Thanks DarkHyren, I did try this but no luck!

[1AZRAEL1]

Dammit I missed out. Oh wells, sure as they'll release more of these than just 2000. I mean, they spent time and money doing a retool, they will release more of this mold

[Jazzman]

OMG can't wait!!! :D

[Gutsman Heavy]

Just noticed that his head cone isn't the jet nose, disappointing but I'll still grab one if PC re-opens orders

[Lord_Zed]

Most awesome disappointing news fora ages. Awesome because Taktom are finally making a Conehead, disappointing because now we finally get one he is limited and really expensive, I mean he's more pricey than the unofficial version. :confused:



Well screw down my nipplenuts and send me to Alaska. I was almost going to jump on the 3P ones not long ago. Hopefully this gets a wider release. 2000 is not enough to make all the fans happy

Me too, but if this toy remains limited and $200 then maybe it's back to 3rd party for me, they appear to be significantly cheaper and not limited. :(

[drifand]

And PC sold out first round for $185.

[ampoldj]

Just noticed that his head cone isn't the jet nose, disappointing but I'll still grab one if PC re-opens orders

Yeah head aint the nosecone but more inportantly is how it goes inside during transformation :confused:

Well hopefully more allocation for PC on second run so there is no need to be stress out in ordering.

[Ralph Wiggum]

Well I'm gonna be an Optimist Prime and hope that Ramjet (and all the other coneheads) will be more than just a limited edition, hard-to-find, scalped piece and that he'll eventually be readily available either through Hasbro Asia or US.

[drifand]

That's normal I expect RK bbts ehobby to have them and with coin at easily $280aust.

Question is this is a feb release and they release info on shockwave and hot rod first.

How many more hidden MPs are we expecting?

I am not a fan of cone heads but I won't mind dirge

[DELTAprime]

Well I'm bummed I missed out on him from PC. But given the fact that the 2000 piece exclusive Thundercracker is still available to order from BBTS I'm not worried about missing out on Ramjet.

[UltimateGalvatron]

Does anyone know what the N stands for? Why just not MP11R?

[spiderken17]

Bummer, missed out on PC as I was working on the house. Hope they do a second run.


Does anyone know what the N stands for? Why just not MP11R?

Yes, I have that question also

[micfox001]

This product is quite weird for the followings

1. Tarara Tomy Hall withdrew it last night. It rarely happened for other TTM exclusive release before.

2. Though it used the MP-11 mold, it did retool several components (e.g., the conehaed) from MP-11, rather than a simple redeco. According to Takara's MP numbering rules, it should be assigned with an independent MP number, rather than MP-11NR. The same rule applies between MP-17,18, and 19 or MP-12 and 14.

[drifand]

I am more concern about TT removing theirs.

[MayzaPrime]

I was bummed... that I missed it, I was to busy playing TF Devastation to bother looking at Twitter.

But now that the listing has gone missing... I am hoping that Takara was so overwhelmed by the fans response that they decided to pull the limited release and do a full release :D

[Other]

According to a guy at TFW, rumor is that it apparently went up earlier than it was supposed to and another Diaclone car was what was supposed to go up. Also it's not a February release, the car is.

[drifand]

According to a guy at TFW, rumor is that it apparently went up earlier than it was supposed to and another Diaclone car was what was supposed to go up. Also it's not a February release, the car is.

What are the chances is bumble bee in yellow?

I would have thought ramjet is impossible to make at short notice as you have shockwave ironhide and hot rod all pumping out.

[fatbot]

what's the scale with MP10? If it's not in scale, I probably won't bother with it.

[nsm034]

What's the go ? it has dissapeared from the tomy mall web site

[Ralph Wiggum]

what's the scale with MP10? If it's not in scale, I probably won't bother with it.

It's a retool of the MP-11 mold so it scales like all the other seeker jets. But the jets won't ever scale properly with MP-10 and other cars as they're way bigger in real life.

[DaptoDog]

According to a guy at TFW, rumor is that it apparently went up earlier than it was supposed to and another Diaclone car was what was supposed to go up. Also it's not a February release, the car is.

I've been emailing with PC. They have been told that there might be a mistake with the release date but they are awaiting confirmation. But PC is confirming that they do have an allocation locked in either way. Hopefully this will be cleared up shortly.

[DarkHyren]

lol someone done messed up big time. Ah well, we'll soon find out the whole story

[drifand]

lol someone done messed up big time. Ah well, we'll soon find out the whole story

Well they given poor release estimates on tracks and roadrage and I am not surprise everything else is at two months way too early.

[ITZTRU]

Well I'm bummed I missed out on him from PC. But given the fact that the 2000 piece exclusive Thundercracker is still available to order from BBTS I'm not worried about missing out on Ramjet.

Yeah but maybe that's because there are so many versions of TC already out there that people didn't feel the need to get that one.

No one has Ramjet. Everyone will be looking to get this first version of the character...

[5FDP]

I really don't like his face. It just looks... off.

[ZoonMaster5000]

I'm going to assume there will be a G2 repaint of this guy. Definitely getting there money's worth out of this guy

[Trent]

I really don't like his face. It just looks... off.

I thought I was the only one not gushing over this. You're right, the face looks weird and what they've done with the knees doesn't look right. It may grow on me but I can't help that feel that this is a half arsed attempt. Which is shame because I've never felt like that with a MP before. Even MP Megatron I like and have respect for.

[Deonasis]

lol someone done messed up big time. Ah well, we'll soon find out the whole story

Or it is (accidental) genius. Simply showing those boxart pictures now is enough to stop many people from buying the latest batch of unofficial coneheads. Takara wouldn't want to show their whole release catalog but showing Ramjet may stifle the purchase of all 3 unofficial coneheads whereas a Diaclone repaint image (as was suggested) would not have influenced any unofficial conehead purchase one bit.

[drifand]

Or it is (accidental) genius. Simply showing those boxart pictures now is enough to stop many people from buying the latest batch of unofficial coneheads. Takara wouldn't want to show their whole release catalog but showing Ramjet may stifle the purchase of all 3 unofficial coneheads whereas a Diaclone repaint image (as was suggested) would not have influenced any unofficial conehead purchase one bit.

This is exactly what I felt, the release of shockwave and ramjet has probably auto stop anyone buying the 3p. And I think is their way of fighting unofficial releases without needing to sue them.

[1AZRAEL1]

Or it is (accidental) genius. Simply showing those boxart pictures now is enough to stop many people from buying the latest batch of unofficial coneheads. Takara wouldn't want to show their whole release catalog but showing Ramjet may stifle the purchase of all 3 unofficial coneheads whereas a Diaclone repaint image (as was suggested) would not have influenced any unofficial conehead purchase one bit.

That does sound quite probable. They would definitely be aware of what is being released by 3P, so it's not a far stretch to say that they've released these pictures early on purpose. Look how quick the fandom when crazy with the release of pics of Shockwave and Ramjet. I think they knew what they were doing.

[drifand]

Come on release mp dirge and trust now. lol

[Bidoofdude]

I thought I was the only one not gushing over this. You're right, the face looks weird and what they've done with the knees doesn't look right. It may grow on me but I can't help that feel that this is a half arsed attempt. Which is shame because I've never felt like that with a MP before. Even MP Megatron I like and have respect for.

I think everything looks spot on except for the face. It doesn't have the stubby look that the cartoon model has look. I know it's hard to do that, but one of the most iconic parts of the coneheads that separated them was that whole neck area that sloped, and this just doesn't have it.

It's not a bad head, but it's just not as accurate as it could have been and doesn't fit as well as I'd like. Makes him look younger.

[Defcon]

Head looks to big :p

I can't believe I'm not excited, I have always liked the coneheads. Thrust is my favourite. If this was a mainstream release I may care, I'm actually relieved it isn't so I can just avoid it for now.

[drifand]

I don't understand the numbering as this is not a mp-11 sculpt it should have been a totally new number. Yes I know is just numbers, get over it.

[johnnypaul]

So is this confirmed for Feb or is it getting pushed back?

[DELTAprime]

Anyone get any info from PC as to what's going on with this mixup?

[philby]

https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/11223301_955400701192537_4098688364984541158_n.jpg ?oh=4dbe664941258654ee2332eed380179b&oe=56BDB0FB



turtle is popping his head out a bit there, maybe ramjet needs a little robo laxative

[Robzy]

Looks alright. Face is a little weird, but not horrendous.


turtle is popping his head out a bit there, maybe ramjet needs a little robo laxative
Was thinking the same thing. He's a mirror image conehead.

[Megatran]

Hopefully that's not the final design & they tuck his real nose cone away so that it's less noticeable.

[philby]

I don't understand the numbering as this is not a mp-11 sculpt it should have been a totally new number. Yes I know is just numbers, get over it.

i don't think anyone knows what the numbering system is, either fans or at takara :D i find it strange the way some people get worked up about it though.

[DaptoDog]

Anyone get any info from PC as to what's going on with this mixup?

Still nothing to add from what I posted yesterday. Their allocation is confirmed but they are still verifying whether there will be a release date change.

[nsm034]

NR might stand for Not Really, hence why it disapeared :rolleyes:

[Sinnertwin]

MP-11NR Destron New Jetron (?) Warrior Ramjet

[DELTAprime]

MP-11NR Destron New Jetron (?) Warrior Ramjet

I've seen NR used to refer to Ramjet before, not sure where.

[Raider]

I've seen NR used to refer to Ramjet before, not sure where.

Yeah this has been doing my head in trying to find some logic to it. They might be throwing a letter in front of all the coneheads to separate them from the other 3 seekers. For instance thrust can't use 11T as it's already used.

N could stand for Nibbio which is what Ramjet was called in the Italian release of G1. Or it could be like 8X, 10A and 13B and not really have a meaning.

[UltimateGalvatron]

MP 11 Nosecone-Warrior Ramjet

[Deonasis]

i don't think anyone knows what the numbering system is, either fans or at takara :D i find it strange the way some people get worked up about it though.

I think (from mp-10 onwards) any retooled figures had a new number while a repaint just had new letter added to the end. I did like that numbering but it can be confusing and there are grey areas whether a figure is a retool or not.

[ampoldj]

No news of this missing flight Ramjet :confused:

[DELTAprime]

Considering that all the vehicle remoulds since MP10 (Exhaust, Road Rage, Red Alert, Silverstreak and Smokescreen) are all unique numbers the Seekers all being MP11 is odd, but at least they are consistent with their treatment of the Seekers and not flip-flopping. If they gave the new Thundercracker for instance MP-2x while Skywarp last year had MP-11SW I think I'd be a ton more annoyed with their numbering.

[philby]

any updates at all from takara? one of the speculations was that something whether it was this or another diaclone car was going to be available for pre-order yesterday.

[Trent]

Considering that all the vehicle remoulds since MP10 (Exhaust, Road Rage, Red Alert, Silverstreak and Smokescreen) are all unique numbers the Seekers all being MP11 is odd, but at least they are consistent with their treatment of the Seekers and not flip-flopping. If they gave the new Thundercracker for instance MP-2x while Skywarp last year had MP-11SW I think I'd be a ton more annoyed with their numbering.

Why would the numbering annoy you? They could make a new Megatron MP-05DRGB24!!$ for all I care. I don't understand why people get upset over a few numbers/letters on a box.

[Starscream77]

Why would the numbering annoy you? They could make a new Megatron MP-05DRGB24!!$ for all I care. I don't understand why people get upset over a few numbers/letters on a box.

LIKE

[UltimateGalvatron]

LIKE

DOUBLE LIKE

[ampoldj]

I was bummed... that I missed it, I was to busy playing TF Devastation to bother looking at Twitter.

But now that the listing has gone missing... I am hoping that Takara was so overwhelmed by the fans response that they decided to pull the limited release and do a full release :D

Another of Betatron's evil schemes now TT is testing us not just Hasbro :D

[GoktimusPrime]

LIKE
DOUBLE LIKE
PHYSICAL CHALLENGE LIKE

[Deonasis]

Why would the numbering annoy you? They could make a new Megatron MP-05DRGB24!!$ for all I care. I don't understand why people get upset over a few numbers/letters on a box.Some people like order and probably want a new Megatron MP too. You should not spend much time thinking about it all.

[DaptoDog]

One day I'll get around to posting photos of my MISB display of Masterpiece. I have them ordered by small boxes (Eg cars) then large boxes. If I displayed them in order of release number it would look silly. That's another reason I don't get the focus on the numbering system.

[Deonasis]

There have been about 5 different box sizes since MP10 so far and the original mold uses (10, 11, 12, etc) have not even come out in order.

All the numbering can tell us is what shares the same mold and it hints at the characters name.

But the numbering is a quirk that Takara have been using since the MP-10 reboot and just like those black boxes the MP comes in, it would annoy me if they changed it. Through my work, home life, and collecting i really like consistency (not a big Ultra Magnus fan though).

[DaptoDog]

There have been about 5 different box sizes since MP10 so far and the original mold uses (10, 11, 12, etc) have not even come out in order.

All the numbering can tell us is what shares the same mold and it hints at the characters name.

But the numbering is a quirk that Takara have been using since the MP-10 reboot and just like those black boxes the MP comes in, it would annoy me if they changed it. Through my work, home life, and collecting i really like consistency (not a big Ultra Magnus fan though).

I agree with you on the consistency of the boxes. I'd be annoyed if Takara went the way of Hasbro and changed the look of the boxes every year or so. My display at the moment is a mix of Takara and Hasbro Masterpieces which annoys me due to lack of consistency. After another year or so of Takara releases the display will have a uniform look.

I don't agree with you on Magnus though, come on????:)

[DELTAprime]

Why would the numbering annoy you? They could make a new Megatron MP-05DRGB24!!$ for all I care. I don't understand why people get upset over a few numbers/letters on a box.

I like order and consistency.

[ampoldj]

I am more concerned about box sizes and numbering just comes next ;)

http://i1083.photobucket.com/albums/j400/John_Paul_De_Jesus/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsh4oaiofm.jpeg (http://s1083.photobucket.com/user/John_Paul_De_Jesus/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsh4oaiofm.jpeg.html)

[BruiseLee]

Very nice display of boxes there. Now just wondering what's in that pink box.

[ampoldj]

^oh that is my daughter's Let It Go Lego...when tracks, road rage comes it will be covered :D

Well anyway just back to the program, just noticed the head is actually covered by the jet nosecone in jet mode (makes sense to make it longer in jet and so that head wont be too tall in bot mode)

[liegeprime]

I am more concerned about box sizes and numbering just comes next ;)

http://i1083.photobucket.com/albums/j400/John_Paul_De_Jesus/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsh4oaiofm.jpeg (http://s1083.photobucket.com/user/John_Paul_De_Jesus/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsh4oaiofm.jpeg.html)

whoa, are those boxes plastic covered? very diligent there!

[drifand]

Any other places selling yet?

[DaptoDog]

Any other places selling yet?

To my knowledge no. PC went early, yet to hear from them whether there is a date change. I've been checking their Facebook page daily to check for updates.

[DELTAprime]

Any other places selling yet?

Wait till Hasbro HK starts taking orders from it's retailers. Places like BBTS and TF Source in the US buy from Hasbro HK in addition to the HK retailers.

[drifand]

I think the release date is what stopping everyone

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

To my knowledge no. PC went early, yet to hear from them whether there is a date change. I've been checking their Facebook page daily to check for updates.

Got an email back from them yesterday, no news about a release date or additional availability.

[philby]

Still no official word on this at all? Just the mall listing and pics that got taken down? No explanation or anything?

[drifand]

Still no official word on this at all? Just the mall listing and pics that got taken down? No explanation or anything?

It certainly felt like a "buyers of 3P please beware! We are releasing"
kind of message.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Hmmm... Ramjet's back up at Takara Tomy Mall...

Here. (http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810842613/?mm151127ram)

March 2016 as the release date.

[drifand]

sweet time to get one.

Probably can get it at $250 plus ems shipping.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

sweet time to get one.

Probably can get it at $250 plus ems shipping.

Looks like PC is having a second round offer for tonight:

Here (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/takara-tomy-mp-11-nr-ramjet).

Save yourself a fifty spot as well!

[drifand]

Looks like PC is having a second round offer for tonight:

Here (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/takara-tomy-mp-11-nr-ramjet).

Save yourself a fifty spot as well!

Yup anyone miss out you can pm me. I may be getting in two maybe, as I am short of funds else I would buy three.

[Kazza]

Looks like PC is having a second round offer for tonight:

Here (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/takara-tomy-mp-11-nr-ramjet).

Save yourself a fifty spot as well!

Going to be playing the refresh game tonight.:rolleyes:

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Going to be playing the refresh game tonight.:rolleyes:

No better way to spend a Friday night! :D

[spiderken17]

it says 8:30 EST, Does that take into account daylight savings and make it 9:30pm in Sydney? It was 9:30pm last time.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

it says 8:30 EST, Does that take into account daylight savings and make it 9:30pm in Sydney? It was 9:30pm last time.

Yeah, 8:30pm for Queensland, but for those in Sydney 9:30pm.

[spiderken17]

cheers.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

cheers.

No worries! Just a bit under an hour to relax, then things start gettin' serious!

[DaptoDog]

I got one in the first round but I'm interested to see how this dogfight goes tonight. Godspeed.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

I got one in the first round but I'm interested to see how this dogfight goes tonight. Godspeed.

Same! Although was thinking of getting a second one, then realised that I'd better save up for the inevitable Dirge and Thrust.

I wonder how many are on offer this time? The first offer of 30 went in under 4 minutes if memory serves...

Either way, good luck to the punters!

[spiderken17]

Got me one. :)

[Kazza]

Got one as well!:D

[drifand]

Still available...

this isn't as hot I thought it was.

[micfox001]

The price is much different!!

It was $184.95 before..

[spiderken17]

Depends how many they have and its also a Friday night so normal people are out not watching their screen to buy Transformers like weirdo's.........oh wait.....nevermind :D

[DaptoDog]

Still available...

this isn't as hot I thought it was.

Yes there is probably 100+ available this round. PC said on the Facebook page that they would remove the 1 per person limit if not sold out by Monday, seems to imply this is a bigger allotment.

[Trent]

I want to buy it. But it's just so ugly :(

[drifand]

The price is much different!!

It was $184.95 before..

dude, 1st round are always cheapest.
the rrp for these are 15980 yen > $180 in perfect currency exchange world which wont be.

$199 free ship? Lets see how BBTS, Robotkindom or Ehobbyshop can top that!

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

... its also a Friday night so normal people are out not watching their screen to buy Transformers like weirdo's.........

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMqZ2PPOLik

Am I so out of touch!? No... it's the people out on a Friday night who are wrong...

[drifand]

Well...for those who have 1000 rewards point would have bought it at $135.
and still free shipped.

[TAAUBlaster]

Managed to pre-order mine luckily (completely forgot about the time!)
I used some of my energon points to bring it back down to about $175 - which isn't too bad I think.

So is this still a TTM exclusive?

[DELTAprime]

Damn, I have no cash left. I'm destined to have to buy him on ebay.:(

[drifand]

Damn, I have no cash left. I'm destined to have to buy him on ebay.:(

some members would have it for sale here.

[danny-boy]

Damn what's with the 1 per customer limit. I want to buy 2 of these. Come on PC, remove the limit.

[DaptoDog]

Damn what's with the 1 per customer limit. I want to buy 2 of these. Come on PC, remove the limit.

As stated earlier, the limit may be removed on Monday if Ramjet is still available.

[Smint]

I really want to but cant justify it at this price. He's just...ugly?

For much less i could get a fantastic 3rd party figure vs an MP11 retool.

[drifand]

As stated earlier, the limit may be removed on Monday if Ramjet is still available.

is sold out! Ugly or not. that's it.

[DaptoDog]

is sold out! Ugly or not. that's it.

Roger that. Also I don't get the ugly comments. If you look at Google pics of him from the cartoon it's a pretty good representation of the character.

[danny-boy]

Roger that. Also I don't get the ugly comments. If you look at Google pics of him from the cartoon it's a pretty good representation of the character.

Agreed, looks to be pretty much perfect. It looks like I have to source another one from somewhere else. :)

[Kranix]

I managed to grab one, pretty excited :)

[drifand]

Agreed, looks to be pretty much perfect. It looks like I have to source another one from somewhere else. :)

I suggest you message PC and ask if they going to have a third round.

[zaneiken]

Missed out again. :(

[ampoldj]

I suggest you message PC and ask if they going to have a third round.

PC already said 2nd and Final Round but hey if their supplier can give them some more we just keep a look at their FB page or this space.

cant believe i missed this one just by being busy yesterday afternoon til evening where since last week i keep on checking all sites with regards to Thundercracker's release (as well if UW Devy will be moved due to Defensor) oh well :(

[drifand]

That's unfortunate as it was there for over an hour.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

The only shot, asides from additional supplier stock, is that some people don't end up paying or cancel.

It happened with the 3P Sphinx preorders.

[drifand]

The only shot, asides from additional supplier stock, is that some people don't end up paying or cancel.

It happened with the 3P Sphinx preorders.

PC should blacklist these people and add a delay token whenever they order. lol

[xlojnr]

Roger that. Also I don't get the ugly comments. If you look at Google pics of him from the cartoon it's a pretty good representation of the character.

for me, I dislike the look and I think it is all to do with the face. The cone is too stumpy for my likings and as such the face is also squished length wise.

When I saw the pictures of the MP toy, I just didn't get that nostalgia click of the cartoon like I did with the rest of the MP range.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

PC should blacklist these people and add a delay token whenever they order. lol

Ha! That would be awesome! That'll teach 'em! :p

[DaptoDog]

Well for those that missed out a few remaining one's are on sale tonight at PC due to non-payment. Don't miss out this time!

[ampoldj]

Well for those that missed out a few remaining one's are on sale tonight at PC due to non-payment. Don't miss out this time!

I need to ready the laptop and keep this crappy mobile ;)

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

It's live lads and ladies! GO! GO! GO!

[zaneiken]

Got one! :)

[DaptoDog]

I need to ready the laptop and keep this crappy mobile ;)

Tell me you got one mate?

[ampoldj]

Tell me you got one mate?

yep got one this time ;) thanks mate

yet my eyes still blinking atm while posting this since im refreshing from 9:20 and just went live between 9:32-33 :cool:

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Yeah, it went live quite late -- I initially thought it had sold out!

Still live as of this post as well! I wonder how many non-payments/cancellations there were?

[ampoldj]

:confused: may be someone putting to cart then removing...i checked 9:37 already out when you go to checknout

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Hmmm... weird! :confused:

Oh well, we both got ours, so that's all that matters! :p

[drifand]

That's all folks now to wait for it.

I could officially bring in TT mall ones but the prices are higher than PC .

[DaptoDog]

yep got one this time ;) thanks mate

yet my eyes still blinking atm while posting this since im refreshing from 9:20 and just went live between 9:32-33 :cool:

Haha great. Well worth it lol

[ampoldj]

Haha great. Well worth it lol

Yeah i can endure it rather than spending a 100bucks more later :p

[DELTAprime]

Why couldn't they have taken orders Tuesday night, I get paid on TUESDAY'S!:(

[UltraMarginal]

I got through. it was a bit touch and go but I got through.:cool:

[Jazzman]

So now that Ramjet is on the way, what's the bet that Dirge and Thrust will make an appearance next year? :D

[DELTAprime]

So now that Ramjet is on the way, what's the bet that Dirge and Thrust will make an appearance next year? :D

Give them a chance to push TC and Ramjet out the door and then they will give you the others, cause after all HasTak loves money and Seekers are like printing money.

[yoshi594]

Anyone know any other places that have ramjet for sale? wish PCC would do another run.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Anyone know any other places that have ramjet for sale? wish PCC would do another run.

Surprisingly it's still available at Takara Tomy Mall (http://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810842613/)... though not sure if you want to go through the hassle...

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Hmmm... Big Bad Toy Store has Ramjet for US$179.99.

Here (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK12274&mode=retail).

[drifand]

Hmmm... Big Bad Toy store has Ramjet for US$179.99.

Here (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK12274&mode=retail).

That's $250 Aust without shipping.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

That's $250 Aust without shipping.

Massive difference to what we were offered! Even more for those who managed to get the first round offer!

[drifand]

Massive difference to what we were offered! Even more for those who managed to get the first round offer!

not forgetting those who have rewards points get it for even less.

[DELTAprime]

Well just preordered at BBTS since I'm now out of chances to get him at PC. Hopefully the Aussie dollar makes a come back between now and late March.

[BigTransformerTrev]

Hopefully the Aussie dollar makes a come back between now and late March.

I'm actually going to have to cancel my UW Defensor because of the exchange rate :mad::(. Figured it out this morning and he was going to come in at $221 before shipping :eek: That's just waaay too much when I already have 4 of the 5 figures

[DaptoDog]

I'm actually going to have to cancel my UW Defensor because of the exchange rate :mad::(. Figured it out this morning and he was going to come in at $221 before shipping :eek: That's just waaay too much when I already have 4 of the 5 figures

He's pretty expensive at HLJ, I assume that's where you have him pre-ordered? 20,000 Yen vs 17,180 Yen at NY where I preordered and have already paid. I know NY's shipping can sometimes be expensive but I've combined it with Road Rage. Shipping on those two combined was 6,800 Yen.

By the way now is not a bad time to be prepaying Yen with the exchange rate just under 89.

[drifand]

He's pretty expensive at HLJ, I assume that's where you have him pre-ordered? 20,000 Yen vs 17,180 Yen at NY where I preordered and have already paid. I know NY's shipping can sometimes be expensive but I've combined it with Road Rage. Shipping on those two combined was 6,800 Yen.

By the way now is not a bad time to be prepaying Yen with the exchange rate just under 89.

Was looking for uw devy but Ny sold out and the rest of the places were like 18500-20000 yen

[drifand]

Well just preordered at BBTS since I'm now out of chances to get him at PC. Hopefully the Aussie dollar makes a come back between now and late March.

If it gets bad you can cancel and take mine which is $250 plus shipping to you from wa.

[BigTransformerTrev]

He's pretty expensive at HLJ, I assume that's where you have him pre-ordered? 20,000 Yen vs 17,180 Yen at NY where I preordered and have already paid. I know NY's shipping can sometimes be expensive but I've combined it with Road Rage. Shipping on those two combined was 6,800 Yen.

Nah, could never find him at HLJ so ordered (and now cancelled) through BBTS

[Jazzman]

Give them a chance to push TC and Ramjet out the door and then they will give you the others, cause after all HasTak loves money and Seekers are like printing money.

Yeah, as was previously mentioned it really feels like TT have decided to stick it to 3rd party companies by pumping these figures out, can't see the other coneheads taking long - in the same way that Ratchet was out soon after Ironhide etc. All I can say is... damn, I'm gonna be so broke! :D

[drifand]

The other cone heads will be like a break for them as is just adjusting the wings and slightly other differences.

I will definitely see at least one different cone head to be release next year.

[MayzaPrime]

Got mine from TFSource... I wasnt going to get it but I am a MP whore so I had too...

[DELTAprime]

I can't find him at HLJ, anyone have a link?

[ampoldj]

Got mine from TFSource... I wasnt going to get it but I am a MP whore so I had too...

Looks like TFSource is the cheapest atm at 205usd shipped (about 282 aud)

[MayzaPrime]

Looks like TFSource is the cheapest atm at 205usd shipped (about 282 aud)

It was $292AUD with paypals conversion rate :rolleyes:

I missed PCs sale, so I jumped on TFsource

[drifand]

I can't find him at HLJ, anyone have a link?

It's not a normal release you will not find it at regular Japan online stores.

The only stores bringing it in will be from hk. Stores like robotkingdom ehobbybase chimungmung and yahobby will have it.

Hlj, amiami and hobbysearch will not have it.

[MayzaPrime]

I can't find him at HLJ, anyone have a link?

So far its been listed at

PC
TFsource
BBTS
TheChosenPrime

PC has sold out so try the other 3

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

TheChosenPrime has sold out, so it's just BBTS and TFSource now...

HasTak execs must be throwing wads of cash at one another and giggling like schoolgirls at the moment!

http://i.imgur.com/iAtJ9D6.gif

[Trent]

I can't find him at HLJ, anyone have a link?

HLJ don't stock Takara Tomy Mall exclusives.

[DELTAprime]

I thought he was a TTM exclusive, I was surprised when people earlier in the thread said he's at HLJ, but expensive.

[drifand]

I thought he was a TTM exclusive, I was surprised when people earlier in the thread said he's at HLJ, but expensive.

Was never in hlj, only takara mall.

Anime export may have one or so but they do not exclusively let people order one.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Robot Kingdom has a listing for Ramjet, but no price set yet.

Here (http://www.robotkingdom.com/just-listed-items/week-49-30th-november-2015/tftrmp11nr.html).

[MayzaPrime]

TFSource has sold out

[Ralph Wiggum]

Bugger. Does Robot Kingdom require you to pay in full for a pre-order or is it like BBTS where you are charged only when the item arrives?

[DaptoDog]

Bugger. Does Robot Kingdom require you to pay in full for a pre-order or is it like BBTS where you are charged only when the item arrives?

Full payment upfront. But they are a large seller and you can pay through Paypal so Ive used them quite a bit without any concern.

[drifand]

Bugger. Does Robot Kingdom require you to pay in full for a pre-order or is it like BBTS where you are charged only when the item arrives?

pmed, I can bring in for ya as you already ordered stuff.

[DELTAprime]

If RK have a much better price than BBTS I'll be surprised. But it will probably come down to which place has better price when combined with shipping for me.

[drifand]

If RK have a much better price than BBTS I'll be surprised. But it will probably come down to which place has better price when combined with shipping for me.

the tricky thing is RK is probably cheaper shipping. I am actually not surprised if RK is cheaper as BBTS has always been the more expensive option.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Interesting... Nippon-Yasan has a listing for Ramjet, although it's "not available", probably sold out.

Here. (https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/14837-transformers-masterpiece-mp-11nr-ramjet.html)

[MayzaPrime]

Looks like RK is out of stock? :confused:

Did they have any orders up in the first place?

[MayzaPrime]

BBTS still has them because I just bought a second one :p

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Looks like RK is out of stock? :confused:

Did they have any orders up in the first place?

I don't think they did, seems like it's a placeholder, particularly with the zero cost amount -- other out of stock items still have their price tags intact.

[MayzaPrime]

I don't think they did, seems like it's a placeholder, particularly with the zero cost amount -- other out of stock items still have their price tags intact.

Thats good, I hope that they do get some stock, I dont want anyone who wants one to miss out. :D

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Thats good, I hope that they do get some stock, I dont want anyone who wants one to miss out. :D

I feel the same way! :)

Hopefully everyone that wants one can get one -- or two like I did! :cool:

[drifand]

For wa members, I can bring in TT mall but I need full payment for ramjet and shipping is seperate.
Price is expected to be $230 + shipping ( estimated $65-70 tops) < if lower you pay lower
This is only limited to 3 members as is the customers limit.
And is only offer when TT mall orders stays open till 8th.
Remember I may not be the cheapest option, it is an option.
Just shoot me a pm

No half deposits unfortunately as I do not have funds to pay up front, I have my own Christmas shopping.

[DaptoDog]

Interesting... Nippon-Yasan has a listing for Ramjet, although it's "not available", probably sold out.

Here. (https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/14837-transformers-masterpiece-mp-11nr-ramjet.html)

Yes it's surprising since they never have gotten these exclusives in the past. Well I didn't miss anything, the pricing through PC on the 1st pre order was much better than NY, especially when you factor in the shipping. Also interesting that they required full upfront payment.

[drifand]

Yes it's urprising since they never have gotten these exclusives in the past. Well I didn't miss anything, the pricing through PC on the 1st pre order was much better than NY, especially when you factor in the shipping. Also interesting that they required full upfront payment.

That's because that need to buy it for you just like what I am offering. TT requires payment in full.

The price Ny offers is very similar to mine. But they are not available and certainly the close date is soon. On the note, u be not please to know that ny will stuff up in such orders.

A lot of us in the Gundam thread had our exclusives cancelled.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Yes it's surprising since they never have gotten these exclusives in the past. Well I didn't miss anything, the pricing through PC on the 1st pre order was much better than NY, especially when you factor in the shipping. Also interesting that they required full upfront payment.

Yeah, so far PC has been the price to beat -- especially good for us! Definitely curious to see what other shops pick him up and for how much.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

For some reason Ramjet seems to be back up at Premium Collectables -- more cancellations or a system glitch?

[drifand]

For some reason Ramjet seems to be back up at Premium Collectables -- more cancellations or a system glitch?

You were right but I am not sure if it was a mistake as I message them both through their service and fb. As of this morning is taken off.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

You were right but I am not sure if it was a mistake as I message them both through their service and fb. As of this morning is taken off.

The website was all screwy yesterday, which is why I thought it may have been a glitch. But it does stand to reason that there could have been one or two left due to cancellations or uncovered at their supplier.

[drifand]

The website was all screwy yesterday, which is why I thought it may have been a glitch. But it does stand to reason that there could have been one or two left due to cancellations or uncovered at their supplier.

I was told they were legit cancels.
I didn't get any though.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

I was told they were legit cancels.
I didn't get any though.

Good news for whoever got one then!

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Ramjet up at YaHobby (http://www.yahobby.com/transformers-masterpiece-11nr-ramjet-exclusive-p-4359.html)now, and back up at TFSoure (http://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-11nr-ramjet/) as well.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Now up at Kapow Toys (http://www.kapowtoys.co.uk/transformers-masterpiece-mp11nr-ramjet.html) for 135 pounds.

EDIT: Also at TFS Express (http://tfs-express.com/masterpiece/-451-transformers-masterpiece-mp-11nr-ramjet.html) for 130 pounds.

So we're getting some action from the UK sites now.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Robot Kingdom (http://www.robotkingdom.com/tftrmp11nr.html) has gone live -- US$154.90.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

... And back up at Premium Collectables (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/takara-tomy-mp-11-nr-ramjet).

[nsm034]

with coin

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

with coin

Just saw that! The mention of a coin wasn't there last night -- makes me wonder whether they got in more stock and that was part of the update.

[drifand]

Just saw that! The mention of a coin wasn't there last night -- makes me wonder whether they got in more stock and that was part of the update.

most people got the second round though so you will auto get the coin.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

most people got the second round though so you will auto get the coin.

Yeah, I expect the coin to be retroactive for the second order, just that it is new news that coincided with more being available.

[drifand]

Yeah, I expect the coin to be retroactive for the second order, just that it is new news that coincided with more being available.

Wasn't told more stock though and its not posted on fb, I think is cancels as it is.
Well that's what I was told.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Wasn't told more stock though and its not posted on fb, I think is cancels as it is.
Well that's what I was told.

Fair enough! Given the craziness in trying to obtain one, I wonder why all the cancels -- buyer's remorse? :D

Although I suppose if you're really pressed for cash, then you have to make the sacrifice somewhere... :eek:

[millhouse]

I've just ordered through RK. Cheaper than BBTS with cheaper shipping.

[Golden Phoenix]

I've just ordered through RK. Cheaper than BBTS with cheaper shipping.

BBTS always seem to charge a bit extra for Takara stuff. I think it's just because they are state side.

[Smint]

Why would you order overseas when PC is obviously cheaper?

I'm tempted again but cant bring myself to pulling the trigger.

[Trent]

Why would you order overseas when PC is obviously cheaper?

Some people might prefer to deal with a tried and trusted e-trailer they've been dealing with for years?

[Smint]

Fair enough. Well im glad we have PC so i dont have to order from overseas anymore. $200 delivered and loyalty points is pretty damn good considering price from around the world.

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

I'm tempted again but cant bring myself to pulling the trigger.

I felt the same way initially, then caved in and got one in the second round cancellations.

Good thing too as it comes with a coin now!

[ampoldj]

I felt the same way initially, then caved in and got one in the second round cancellations.

Good thing too as it comes with a coin now!

Did PC confirm Round 2 will have coins? Wish my TC comes with a coin as well

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

Did PC confirm Round 2 will have coins? Wish my TC comes with a coin as well

Yeah, it's listed (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/takara-tomy-mp-11-nr-ramjet) under the 2nd round.

[crankcase76]

Just ordered mine from RK, $154.90 plus shipping at $38.00. So not to much more than i expected, was around $250 mark all up. And now the waiting begins.:)

[jazzcomp]

Just ordered mine from RK, $154.90 plus shipping at $38.00. So not to much more than i expected, was around $250 mark all up. And now the waiting begins.:)
You don't want to get the $200 from PC?

[ampoldj]

Yeah, it's listed (http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/products/takara-tomy-mp-11-nr-ramjet) under the 2nd round.

ah havent been checking PC website lately...for the coin it doesnt matter for me to be on the later rounds.

[DELTAprime]

Just moved my preorder of Ramjet from BBTS to RK. Saves a bit of money, but I still wish I had the spare cash when PC had him.

EDIT, god damnit, just went to PC's site I thought PC was sold out the other week. Oh well.

[Deonasis]

So what is the general consensus.. does this Ramjet have the "correct" decepticon symbols like MP-11 Starscream?

And is Ramjet cartoon accurate?

(I already know the view of 1 ramjet is better than 0 official ramjets and that is not my question)

[MEEEGGGAAATTTRRROOONNN!!!]

The symbols are placed the right way up, although too far in on the toy:

http://i.imgur.com/wioOBOa.jpghttp://i.imgur.com/Xopjnno.jpg

The deco seems to be 'toon accurate though.

[drifand]

You either have to be working in aviation to really have to kick a fuss about the symbol facing the right way.

They could have done a rotating logo and made everyone happy but I guess that is too darn hard.

[Deonasis]

You either have to be working in aviation to really have to kick a fuss about the symbol facing the right way.

They could have done a rotating logo and made everyone happy but I guess that is too darn hard.

Well i like to add up a few things to decide if i want THIS version of a mold or will i risk waiting for a better (imo) version. I use a few factors like the ones below to guesstimate the risk..

1. Who released it? Hasbro, Takara, or Hasbro Asia
2. How toon or toy accurate it is? The deco may leave room for a more accurate release. Especially if there was any toon consistency to start with.
3. How limited is this release? How hard will it be to get later if i kinda did want it.
4. How expensive is it? Ofcourse this can affect if i buy it.

I think the seam lines for rotating decepticon logos would detract from the seeker mold. A neat idea but I am glad they didn't design it this way. On the flipside, i do wish the logos were all like MP-11 Starscream or consistant among the distinct "triplets" of seekers. So far this is not the case but only time will tell.

[drifand]

They could have done it in a way that seam lines are symmetrical so either way it doesn't affect the looks you are after, remember at less than half a meter I hardly can see the seam lines.

[Frank]

Is anyone know when PC's first run will come?is that the small number are Japanese release and come early than the HK release?

[ampoldj]

Is anyone know when PC's first run will come?is that the small number are Japanese release and come early than the HK release?

it is a little bit confusing if first run are Japan because the posted a comment their stocks are HK based

[Borgeman]

it is a little bit confusing if first run are Japan because the posted a comment their stocks are HK based

From what I thought, PC always gets a small number from japan, and the rest from HK. Thats why they always have a super early bird with limited stock - thats the JP stock, the next waves all are the HK stock.

Dont quote me on that, but I think thats how they do it

[Frank]

From what I thought, PC always gets a small number from japan, and the rest from HK. Thats why they always have a super early bird with limited stock - thats the JP stock, the next waves all are the HK stock.

Dont quote me on that, but I think thats how they do it

That's what I thought, cus they said most of them will come late in April. So I think the first run will come early in late this month. Because first run was one month early than the second one, if my memory right.

[ampoldj]

^i think that set up happened with Thundercracker but maybe this time they took a different approach on Ramjet. it would be better for first rounders to confirm directly from PC because honestly im on early round 2 so all i can do is wait