Transformers questions by newbies, and not-so-newbies

[canofwhoopass_87]

Lol that's exactly what brought me to ask the question! I took off the helmet and...:eek: gah!

I was thinking maybe the hasbronians couldn't be bothered making a bigger mold or something? ... I dunno I'm a noob.

[Krayt]

They are all suppossed to swap, and in the Japanese Series different heads "grant" different powers. Plus, as it's a part to be lost, the replacement Japanese exlusive heads need to fit all the figures too....

Same reason for the Powermaster engines, and the spare ones that were available for them as well.

Luckily they actually made another headmaster for Fort Max.... could you picture him with Spike and just an extra helmit? *shudders*

[GoktimusPrime]

*nods* That's also why all the Transtectors (bodies) have tech spec meters which differ depending on which Nebulan you binary bond to it - hence they need to be a universal size. And yeah, as SilverDragon pointed out - continuity wise it also makes sense because they're all meant to be human-sized Nebulans (who are meant to be non-Terran humans (comics), near-humans (cartoon) or human-sized robots (animé)); so the canon also justifies the small size.

Fortress Maximus' Spike is also the same size, hence why he needs to bond to Cerebros to make the head big enough for Maximus' body.

[Linthart]

Here's a random one for you,

i've got my eye one a genuine (this time its actually real) G1 Optimus Prime MIB.
the box is in seriously great condition for its age but the only thing that bugs me, well what i think bugs me; is that because its from canada, its got both French and english text.

do you think this should lower is value and hopefully buying price because its not an american box? unfortunately the seller does not state such fact and only found out when he sent me better photos.

not to be racist or anything like that but does international language on items like this bother you?

[canofwhoopass_87]

I know what you mean. I'm asian myself but I feel that the japanese G1's have a cheap feel to them in comparison to the US G1 boxes. Quite the contrary though, I reckon the jap g1's are generally more expensive and rare:p

I suppose it varies with the collector

[Tommy K]

who created the guy who created unicron?

[Linthart]

who created the guy who created unicron?

His mum:p

I think you mean "who is the guy who created Unicron?"

[Omega Supreme]

who created the guy who created unicron?

In the cartoon ? Primacon

[canofwhoopass_87]

He created unicron. I think the question was "who created primacon?"

[GoktimusPrime]

In the worlds before Primacron (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Primacron), primal chaos reigned. Heaven sought order, but the phoenix can fly only when it's feathers are grown. The four worlds formed again and yet again, As endless aeons wheeled and passed. Time and the pure essences of Heaven, the moistures of the Earth,and the powers of the Sun and the Moon all worked upon a certain rock - old as creation, and it magically became fertile... Elemental forces caused the egg to hatch. From it then came a stone Primacron... The nature of Primacron was irrepressible!

[Vector Sigma 13]

In the worlds before Primacron (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Primacron), primal chaos reigned. Heaven sought order, but the phoenix can fly only when it's feathers are grown. The four worlds formed again and yet again, As endless aeons wheeled and passed. Time and the pure essences of Heaven, the moistures of the Earth,and the powers of the Sun and the Moon all worked upon a certain rock - old as creation, and it magically became fertile... Elemental forces caused the egg to hatch. From it then came a stone Primacron... The nature of Primacron was irrepressible!

Your a cheeky MONKEY Gok:D

[Tommy K]

ok this one is jus a random one, but thanx for the first answer

seeing as how we have transformers that resemble the crocodile hunter, hannibal lecter and dirty harry, are there any transformers that resemble either denny crane or bill cosby?

[jaydisc]

seeing as how we have transformers that resemble the crocodile hunter, hannibal lecter and dirty harry...

Which three are these?!?!

[TheDirtyDigger]

G1 Astrotrain - Was he sold in the purple colours shown in the 1985 catalogue?

[Gutsman Heavy]

not till an e-hobby release

[canofwhoopass_87]

The beast wars prime looks like bill cosby!

My questions - are there different variants of G1 Menasors head? Any variants of any other G1 Combiner heads?

[Omega Supreme]

The beast wars prime looks like bill cosby!

My questions - are there different variants of G1 Menasors head? Any variants of any other G1 Combiner heads?

Menasor Head Variants (http://www.geocities.com/futuristgroup/menhed.JPG) And yeah there are others, check the same site Link (http://www.geocities.com/futuristgroup/vgestault.html) for more combiner variants.

[GoktimusPrime]

The beast wars prime looks like bill cosby!
Do you mean Primal? Cos technically Beast Wars Optimus Prime is this (http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ConvoyBat/convoybat.htm) and I'm not seeing the resemblance between that toy and Dr. Cosby... but maybe it's me. :p

[shokwave2]

Do you mean Primal? Cos technically Beast Wars Optimus Prime is this (http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ConvoyBat/convoybat.htm) and I'm not seeing the resemblance between that toy and Dr. Cosby... but maybe it's me. :p

You're right Gok. He more resembles Dr Huxtable;)

[GoktimusPrime]

lawl. :D And BW Buzz Saw could resemble the Brown Hornet!

[canofwhoopass_87]

Do you mean Primal? Cos technically Beast Wars Optimus Prime is this (http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ConvoyBat/convoybat.htm) and I'm not seeing the resemblance between that toy and Dr. Cosby... but maybe it's me. :p

Yeh I meant the gorilla prime. Bleh i dunno anything outside of G1. Rumour has it though that mr cosby even voiced the gorilla.

[Sky Shadow]

The beast wars prime looks like bill cosby!


Yeh I meant the gorilla prime. Bleh i dunno anything outside of G1. Rumour has it though that mr cosby even voiced the gorilla.

What the hell? No, he didn't. At best, this is massively misguided, at worst these are not-so-thinly-veiled racial slurs.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Well based on facial character I reckon there's a similarity between the two. Your own interpretation of a harmless comparison made it racial. Not my intent at all.

The bit about him voicing optimus primal - a joke. Of course he bloody didn't.

[Paulbot]

seeing as how we have transformers that resemble the crocodile hunter, hannibal lecter and dirty harry, are there any transformers that resemble either denny crane or bill cosby?

There's a little bit of Denny Crane in Kup. Like Denny, Kup is old school, past his prime, held in high regard for his past actions, can't and won't be stopped, maybe going a little nuts at times, has a close friendship with Hot Rod (like Denny's with Alan Shore) and I'm sure Kup is pro-gun.

[canofwhoopass_87]

I was wondering, with the countless reissues, KO's and reimaginings of G1 optimus prime, what do people think of his worth a few years down the track?

With hundreds of AFA original G1 Primes and hundreds more loose/mib in circulation around the world, will this guy ever see a sizeable increase in vintage value again?

Also, comparing this to the rarer (imo) classic G2 Prime, will this black trailored release ever see a value surpassing his 84` counterpart?

[Lint]

I was wondering, with the countless reissues, KO's and reimaginings of G1 optimus prime, what do people think of his worth a few years down the track?

With hundreds of AFA original G1 Primes and hundreds more loose/mib in circulation around the world, will this guy ever see a sizeable increase in vintage value again?

Also, comparing this to the rarer (imo) classic G2 Prime, will this black trailored release ever see a value surpassing his 84` counterpart?


Despite all the recreations he will still be a great childhood memory, and one that can be obtained by all.

Who really cares except scalpers?

Despite being quite gaudy and garish it's 'value' will probably go up due to it not being reissued or knocked off for aforementioned reasons.

[kup]

Demand keeps G1 Prime prices high and although his G2 toy is technically rarer, it has no where near the same level of demand so they go for cheaper.

[GoktimusPrime]

Despite all the recreations he will still be a great childhood memory, and one that can be obtained by all.

Who really cares except scalpers?
+10 QFT!! :)

[d*r*j*]

Despite all the recreations he will still be a great childhood memory, and one that can be obtained by all.

No way! If you don't have childhood memories of Prime you can not obtain them... Only children can obtain childhood memories.


Who really cares except scalpers?

Hahaha, the dreaded enemy of collectors? Or maybe only collectors in well stocked areas... I'm sure most people here wouldn't hesitate to hand money to scalpers if it was the only way to get that ellusive toy.


Despite being quite gaudy and garish it's 'value' will probably go up due to it not being reissued or knocked off for aforementioned reasons.

What do 'gaudy' and 'garish' mean? Just sounds like irish names or something to me. Aren't g2 toys colourful and fresh??

[Linthart]

Hahaha, the dreaded enemy of collectors? Or maybe only collectors in well stocked areas... I'm sure most people here wouldn't hesitate to hand money to scalpers if it was the only way to get that ellusive toy.

Hmm botcon anyone?

[noobaking]

hi guys

ive always loved transformers since i was a kid a good 15yrs ago.

now that im a student/have job etc. i can start to collect my favourite ones i never got the chance to own.

id love to own a predaking, bruticus, devastator, menasor, defensor and superion to a lesser extent. pretty much all the combiners and just plain cool ppl like megatron, astrotrain, soundwave etc.

how would i go about obtaining these transformers? what would be the going price of these?

note that i only want the toys how they were displayed in g1. dont mind if its a reissue or what not.

[roller]

hi guys

ive always loved transformers since i was a kid a good 15yrs ago.

now that im a student/have job etc. i can start to collect my favourite ones i never got the chance to own.

id love to own a predaking, bruticus, devastator, menasor, defensor and superion to a lesser extent. pretty much all the combiners and just plain cool ppl like megatron, astrotrain, soundwave etc.

how would i go about obtaining these transformers? what would be the going price of these?

note that i only want the toys how they were displayed in g1. dont mind if its a reissue or what not.

Hello and welcome

The combaticons/Bruticus are being re-released this year, so your in luck:)

Soundwave as well, but i doubt it will have an Australian release, there was a reissue of it a few yrs back at Toys R Us.

The rest you would have the best luck at toy fairs or Ebay

i think someone on this forum has a Megatron in box for sale

[noobaking]

i actually found a site with bruticus, bigbadtoystore.com

if its being re-released does that mean you could pick one up from a target,k mart etc. or would only specialist shops have them?

is the best way to keep up to date with releases by just checking out these shops regularly?

[blackie]

i actually found a site with bruticus, bigbadtoystore.com

if its being re-released does that mean you could pick one up from a target,k mart etc. or would only specialist shops have them?

is the best way to keep up to date with releases by just checking out these shops regularly?

I suggest you dont buy it from BBTS if you do intend to get it. Somewhere like toy-wave.com or robotkingdom.com or hlj.com will give you a better shipping rate than BBTS

and no they wont be in retail, not unless you live somewhere like Japan or Singapore etc :)

Bruticus is relased at the end of July this year for your own information :)

as for your other combiner wants, your probably looking at predaking to be your most expensive, but getting them 100% complete will cost more too. looks like US ebay will be your biggest friend for a while :P

good luck and welcome

[loophole]

if its being re-released does that mean you could pick one up from a target,k mart etc. or would only specialist shops have them?

welcome and only specialty shops will have him mainly japanese import stores and the like as Bruticus is part of the Encore line released by TakTomy from Japan

[noobaking]

I suggest you dont buy it from BBTS if you do intend to get it. Somewhere like toy-wave.com or robotkingdom.com or hlj.com will give you a better shipping rate than BBTS


thanks ill definitely keep that in mind !

i guess ebay will be my friend for my transformers needs :D

[blackie]

thanks ill definitely keep that in mind !

i guess ebay will be my friend for my transformers needs :D

another tip, keep your eye on the sales threads both here and on places like TFW2005.com etc, as sometimes you can be in the right place at the right time to pick up some very good bargains :)

[GoktimusPrime]

noobaking: FYI it is forbidden for Hasbro to sell TakaraTOMY's Transformers in Australian retail stores and vice versa for TakaraTOMY to sell Hasbro's TFs in Japanese stores, unless they have sought permission from each other (e.g.: Hasbro's release of Masterpiece Ultra Magnus and Convoy w/ trailer in Target). So basically any time you want a Japanese Transformer, as blackie said - you can either purchase it from a retail store in Japan, or order it online. You can also purchase them from local import stores too; there's a few in Sydney such as Silly Dream, Games Infinity (although they're a rip off) and one in the Capitol Square building etc. If you come along to the next Sydney CBD fan meet we can show you where these stores are located. :)

[noobaking]

is there any difference between the Takara and Hasbro ones? is one more sought after than the other?

in the car world, ppl tend to prefer parts from japan over other parts of the world. Is this the case with transformers?

ohh theres one in the capitol square. ill have to have a look for it next time in there. Top level near all the photo machines?

[blackie]

is there any difference between the Takara and Hasbro ones? is one more sought after than the other?

Encore reissue is only done by Takara, so its sort of a no brainer
that and hasbro like to make their missiles longer and dont use as much chrome :P

[GoktimusPrime]

blackie is right. :)


ohh theres one in the capitol square. ill have to have a look for it next time in there. Top level near all the photo machines?
Yeah... but away from those machines. When you go up the escalators take a left. Not sure if they have any G1 reissues there or not. Oh, you may notice some toys that look like G1 reissues near the Gashapon machines but don't be fooled - they're fakes.

[autobreadticon]

too lazy to find out , when will all the big announcements and presentations on new toy info be made @ Botcon?

[enforcer888]

What has a better paintjob out of TakaraTomy and Hasbro ROTF Sideswipe? Hasbro's looks kind of dull, Takara's looks cool but haven't seen any pics aside from official photos.

[jaydisc]

What has a better paintjob out of TakaraTomy and Hasbro ROTF Sideswipe? Hasbro's looks kind of dull, Takara's looks cool but haven't seen any pics aside from official photos.

Here's some comparison pics (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-toys--products-30/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen-sideways-takaratomy-edition-167370/). I'll likely go Takara with this one. Otherwise, Sideswipe and Sideways' colors (and names?) are too similar.

[enforcer888]

Here's some comparison pics (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-movie-toys--products-30/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen-sideways-takaratomy-edition-167370/). I'll likely go Takara with this one. Otherwise, Sideswipe and Sideways' colors (and names?) are too similar.

Cheers Jay. Takara it is.

[GoktimusPrime]

...I thought your question was about Sideswipe, not Sideways. ??

Anyway, here's a picture of TakaraTOMY's Sideswipe (right):
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/sideswipes_rotf.jpg

And here (http://tformers.com/transformers-lots-more-revenge-of-the-fallen-sideswipe-images/11034/news.html) are some photos of Hasbro's. Took me a while to find some undoctored images! (grrrr)

[enforcer888]

...I thought your question was about Sideswipe, not Sideways. ??

Anyway, here's a picture of TakaraTOMY's Sideswipe (right):
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y227/goktimusprime/Transformers/sideswipes_rotf.jpg

And here (http://tformers.com/transformers-lots-more-revenge-of-the-fallen-sideswipe-images/11034/news.html) are some photos of Hasbro's. Took me a while to find some undoctored images! (grrrr)

Yeah I figured they'd be similar colour-wise to what Jay linked, I haven't seen any out of packaging pics for the Takara one though and figured it was just a prototype. Cheers mate.

[jaydisc]

...I thought your question was about Sideswipe, not Sideways. ??

Whoops. Sorry enforcer.

There have only been two 1st wave figures that I've heard have differences between the Hasbro and Takara versions, and they are Sideways (as shown) and Breakway (again with a darker color). I have seen nothing directly said or shown about Sideswipe or any others.

[Linthart]

Hey what do we think the likelyhood is of japan getting a better version of ROTF leader prime before we do? i.e some sort of premium version

[canofwhoopass_87]

I don't have my old G1 Scourge anymore, but now I have the targetmaster version. Any differences between the two bodies? I can't seem to notice anything :confused: or maybe I'm just a noob.

[liegeprime]

Just the peg holes for the hands Whoopy. Their basically the same except to accomodate the TM partners larger pegs, larger holes on the hands and head top (not sure on this one) was done, kinda like Hotrod, retool for the hands and peghole holder for the TM partner.

[Linthart]

I don't have my old G1 Scourge anymore, but now I have the targetmaster version. Any differences between the two bodies? I can't seem to notice anything :confused: or maybe I'm just a noob.

Hmmm are the hands/arms different at all? the TM doesn't sit very far inside his hands at all which would make me believe that they're identical except for the hole behind the cockpit?

[AllHailBlackout]

My parents will NEVER buy me Transformers. They don't like it when I buy them

Yeah.. I know what you mean. Mum would never buy me any. The last time my mum bought me a toy was when I was 12. I don't tell her when I have bought new ones (unless they are cheap Legends figures for $6..then she isn't so angry at me).:)

[GoktimusPrime]

Hey what do we think the likelyhood is of japan getting a better version of ROTF leader prime before we do? i.e some sort of premium version
unlikely. Remember that in Japan, English language movies are considered to be foreign language movies, which means that they come out quite late there. The first TF movie came out in Japanese cinemas around... Aug/Sep? Ditto the UK for some odd reason (poor UK TFans are always getting shafted :()

As for Targetmaster Scourge, I agree with liegeprime - and it's not so much about the depth of the gun holes but the width. Targetmaster Hot Rod's fist and engine holes are wider to accomodate the Nebulan compared to those holes on the original toy.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Just the peg holes for the hands Whoopy. Their basically the same except to accomodate the TM partners larger pegs, larger holes on the hands and head top (not sure on this one) was done, kinda like Hotrod, retool for the hands and peghole holder for the TM partner.

Lol how did I miss that? Of course tm scourge will have bigger peg holes :p

Umm I'm thinking of completing my G1 TM / HM collection, but I've noticed a number of the ones available on ebay didn't appear in the cartoon. I'm only after the ones that appeared in the tv series. I already know of hardhead, blurr, hot rod and kup, mindwipe, highbrow, brainstorm, crosshair, cyclonus and scourge but not sure about the others. Anyone know?

[Krayt]

All 1987 HM and TM appear in the US season 4..... was one big 60ish minute toy ad....

only the non-rerelease figures were in the Japanese Headmaster Series..... So all the HM'swere there, But not the TM's Hotrod, Kup, Blurr, Cyclonus and Scourge. Jap TM's Artfire and Stepper weren't in the cartoon either.

1988, No US cartoon, but the Headmasters were all in the cartoon in the Japanese colours.... and the gretest TM of all of course, the SEACONS!!!!

[GoktimusPrime]

Every Targetmaster and Headmaster toy has appeared in some form of G1 canon...

Targetmasters
Artfire = appeared in manga
Blurr = appeared in cartoon and comics
Crosshairs = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Cyclonus = appeared in cartoon and comics
Hot Rod = appeared in cartoon and comics
Kup = appeared in cartoon and comics
Landfill = appeared in comics
Misfire = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Needlenose = appeared in comics
Pointblank = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Quake = appeared in comics
Quickmix = appeared in comics
Scoop = appeared in comics
Scourge = appeared in cartoon and comics
Sluglslinger = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Spinister = appeared in comics
Stepper = appeared in manga
Sureshot = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Triggerhappy = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics

Headmasters
Apeface = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Brainstorm = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Bullhorn = appeared in animé and manga
Cab = appeared in animé and manga
Cancer = appeared in animé and manga
Chromedome = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Fangry = appeared in comics
Fortress Maximus = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Goshooter = appeared in animé and manga
Hardhead = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Highbrow = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Horri-Bull = appeared in comics
Hosehead = appeared in comics
Minerva = appeared in animé and manga
Mindwipe = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Nightbeat = appeared in comics
Scorponok = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Siren = appeared in comics
Skullcruncher = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Snapdragon = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Squeezeplay = appeared in comics
Weirdwolf = appeared in animé, cartoon, manga and comics
Wilder = appeared in animé and manga

Headmaster Warriors
Kirk = appeared in animé and manga
Loafer = appeared in animé and manga
Lioné = appeared in animé and manga
Rodney = appeared in animé and manga
Shuffler = appeared in animé and manga
Trizer = appeared in animé and manga

*Blurr, Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime, Kup, Cyclonus and Scourge appeared in the animé but never as Targetmasters.
**Arcee appeared as a Headmaster (binary bonded to Daniel Witwicky) in the cartoon only. Sunstreaker appeared as a Headmaster (binary bonded to Hunter O'Nion) in the IDW comics only. No official toys of either of these Headmasters have been made.
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References
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Targetmaster
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Headmaster_(technology)
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Headmaster_Warrior

[canofwhoopass_87]

Exactly the answer I needed! Thanks gok.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Is there a reason why springer never appeared in the season 4 US tv animated series? I would've liked to get my hands on a tm springer :D Anything to do with his voice actor or was the character just omitted completely for no particular reason?

[Sky Shadow]

Is there a reason why springer never appeared in the season 4 US tv animated series? I would've liked to get my hands on a tm springer :D Anything to do with his voice actor or was the character just omitted completely for no particular reason?

It was nothing to do with Neil Ross, who arguably voiced more characters in The Rebirth than he did in the rest of his Transformers career (Sixshot, Pointblank, Crosshairs, Fracas, Monzo. Bonecrusher and Hook were in it too, but I can't remember if they spoke). I believe Springer even disappeared before The Rebirth - he wasn't around for the last couple of episodes of Season Three either. Presumably, with a zillion Season 4 characters to introduce, there was no need for unnecessary earlier Transformers other than the ones who became Target/Headmasters and the ones who served the plot. Also, he would have complicated and gotten in the way of Arcee and Daniel's love story. Plus, the cartoon never really needed a reason for characters randomly appearing and disappearing - continuity's not exactly its strong point:

http://tfwiki.net/w2/images2/3/33/Cybersmallverysmall.JPG

BUMBLEBEE: Hooray! We won!
GOLDBUG: What the...? Who the hell invited him?

[loophole]

how do i position trypticons legs so that he walks properly?

never mind i figured out what the problem is

[noobaking]

hi guys. im going to go ahead and order the reissue bruticus from hlj.com seems to be the cheapest.

just wondering if anyone has dealt with this company before?

also how often they do release encore reissues?

i seems they released predaking in 2004. would anyone have a guess to when the next one would be. if ever?

[canofwhoopass_87]

I don't know anything about reissue releases, but I do know HLJ is a great place to make an order! Just be sure to follow their set rules and everything runs smooth. Doesn't take much really - just set up an account with em and they'll take you through it step by step. Ask fellow ozformer kup if you need additional info.

I also suggest putting your idea out there to other sydney siders, I'm sure there's someone willing to do a group order with you to cut your shipping in half :)

[autobreadticon]

its 104.88 $USD shipped via RK for Bruticus

[blackie]

hi guys. im going to go ahead and order the reissue bruticus from hlj.com seems to be the cheapest.

just wondering if anyone has dealt with this company before?

also how often they do release encore reissues?

i seems they released predaking in 2004. would anyone have a guess to when the next one would be. if ever?

Bruticus is being reissued in the encore line, whereas predaking was not.
Bruticus will be released at the end of July, around the 25th.
Noone knows what they will release next untill they announce it :)
although, the ideas are either devestator or superion

[bruticus]

Has anyone ever seen or heard of a BTS trailer knock off?
I bought what looks to be a pretty legitimate MISB BTS trailer for classics prime but the shop owner sold it to me for only 35SGD (~31AUD)....
so im wandering if its just some shop in singapore that is selling things for cheap-cheap or he sold me a knock off...
To compare, RK is selling it for 50USD not including shipping...

On a similar note, if anyone was worried about shortages for henkei red alert and smoke screens, they are selling butt loads of it in singapore at the moment for only 30SGD (~26AUD)!!!...

[gamblor916]

On a similar note, if anyone was worried about shortages for henkei red alert and smoke screens, they are selling butt loads of it in singapore at the moment for only 30SGD (~26AUD)!!!...

I could use more Alerts. PM sent.

[roller]

i'd like a smokescreen and redalert if possible:)

[bruticus]

I could use more Alerts. PM sent.

Sorry dude, i forgot to mention that i've maxed out my check in and carry on luggage space with just 1 day's worth of TF shopping!!!! sales on TF items, great exchange rates... my wallet and luggage was doomed from the moment i stepped foot into the plaza.

i'll see if i can squeeze it in, but i wouldnt get your hopes up at this stage.
I just wanted people to be aware that TFs are pretty cheap and abundant here just in case you have a friend that can post it back to you...

i even met the ebay seller 'anglo' who normally sells the really high end vintage TFs...which i was stunned when they showed me their notorious MIB grand max in person.....

[bruticus]

i'd like a smokescreen and redalert if possible:)
I dont know what valkyrie_76's situation is, but perhaps, you and gamblor can ask him if hes still got luggage space for a couple more henkeis.

[roller]

On the official Beast Wars site

in the games section, there was a multiple choice game

One of the questions was "In which episode did Optimus Primal be seen wearing sunnies" ?

im pretty sure that out of the 3 episodes listed, you would always get the question wrong

anyone know which ep he wore sunglasses/ ?

[Sky Shadow]

On the official Beast Wars site

in the games section, there was a multiple choice game

One of the questions was "In which episode did Optimus Primal be seen wearing sunnies" ?

im pretty sure that out of the 3 episodes listed, you would always get the question wrong

anyone know which ep he wore sunglasses/ ?

It's in 'Possession', when Primal is aping Arnie from 'The Terminator'.

Pun intended.

[snazzbot 101]

Does anyone one know what the (Chinese?) characters say on ROTF Voyager Optimus?

[GoktimusPrime]

Here's (http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Optimus_Prime_(Movie)_toys#Voyager_Class_toys_2) your answer. :)

[canofwhoopass_87]

Rather than start my own thread, I'd just like to know some of your experiences with Auspost when delivering parcels.

Sometimes two of my packages (let's say one from the UK and one from the US) arrive at approximately the same time in oz. Now god knows that I go nuts waiting for my packages...if one of them is delivered, would it be worth asking the postwoman/man if she or he has the other one in the van?

I've only ever asked 3 times and they always say no. However, ONCE - they actually returned (the same postman) two hours later with another package that I was expecting.

I've also had domestic and international packages delivered by separate couriers in the same day, but that's different.

Anyone else like to shed some light on the question?

[blackie]

Rather than start my own thread, I'd just like to know some of your experiences with Auspost when delivering parcels.

Sometimes two of my packages (let's say one from the UK and one from the US) arrive at approximately the same time in oz. Now god knows that I go nuts waiting for my packages...if one of them is delivered, would it be worth asking the postwoman/man if she or he has the other one in the van?

I've only ever asked 3 times and they always say no. However, ONCE - they actually returned (the same postman) two hours later with another package that I was expecting.

I've also had domestic and international packages delivered by separate couriers in the same day, but that's different.

Anyone else like to shed some light on the question?

get a postbox
i get none of this crap
my parcell is there, its there, if it isnt it isnt

[Linthart]

get a postbox
i get none of this crap
my parcell is there, its there, if it isnt it isnt

doesn't it annoy you when you have to line up for anything that doenst fit?

[blackie]

doesn't it annoy you when you have to line up for anything that doenst fit?

i work where the post office is, and its small, like really small, so almost noone goes in there
so the most ive ever had to line up is about 2 min

[Deceptic_Optic]

I don't know anything about reissue releases, but I do know HLJ is a great place to make an order! Just be sure to follow their set rules and everything runs smooth. Doesn't take much really - just set up an account with em and they'll take you through it step by step. Ask fellow ozformer kup if you need additional info.

I also suggest putting your idea out there to other sydney siders, I'm sure there's someone willing to do a group order with you to cut your shipping in half :)

Do you know who usually organises it in sydney? I dont have credit card or paypal account but willing to pay in cash?

[autobreadticon]

i work where the post office is, and its small, like really small, so almost noone goes in there
so the most ive ever had to line up is about 2 min

how much do they charge you Blackie for a month?

[autobreadticon]

is EZ collection part of TF line?

[blackie]

how much do they charge you Blackie for a month?

$80 a year i think...

[jaydisc]

is EZ collection part of TF line?

Takara EZ = Hasbro Legend I thought

[Linthart]

i work where the post office is, and its small, like really small, so almost noone goes in there
so the most ive ever had to line up is about 2 min

thats cheating :p

i've been looking into a post box myself as i cant install a mailbox into my warehouse cause people will just vandalize it.

I was told $85 for a standard and $105 for a double wide per year.

[GoktimusPrime]

Takara EZ = Hasbro Legend I thought
u r right

[jaydisc]

Do Outback, Pipes and Tailgate have different Anglicized Japanese names? (e.g. Bumble vs. Bumblebee, Cliff vs. Cliffjumper, Wave vs. Swerve)

[griffin]

Looks like they had the same names:
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Japanese_ID_number_list

C-59, C-60, C-61.

Looks like the listing was adhered to for any reissue since Gen1, as it doesn't look like there were any double-ups - because a lot of the reissues used the 50+ numbers that didn't have 'C' or 'D' in front of them (which were added from their second year as they must have realised the numbers were going to blow out real fast in a few years).

The good thing with that list is you don't even need to click on the link to see who the JP named character is, just hover the mouse over the name.

[TheDirtyDigger]

Looks like they had the same names:
http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Japanese_ID_number_list



Why is there a toy listed as 00 Primus in that G1 list?

[canofwhoopass_87]

Does the ramp for G1 silverbolt actually do anything other than act as the shield in superion mode?

[griffin]

It's actually an error. It should be C-00 (and should be slotted in with the 'C' section of the list), as it was the JP release of the Cybertron Primus toy. But since it was released in Gen1 packaging/biocard, and after the Galaxy Force toyline ended, it is technically considered a Gen1 Universe toy, like all the Ehobby figures in the 50+ number range.
Even though it was the second official Primus toy in Japan, it was the only Primus toy given an actual TakaraTomy TFs ID number.

[TheDirtyDigger]

It's actually an error. It should be C-00 (and should be slotted in with the 'C' section of the list), as it was the JP release of the Cybertron Primus toy. But since it was released in Gen1 packaging/biocard, and after the Galaxy Force toyline ended, it is technically considered a Gen1 Universe toy, like all the Ehobby figures in the 50+ number range.
Even though it was the second official Primus toy in Japan, it was the only Primus toy given an actual TakaraTomy TFs ID number.

Ah very cool! I never knew it was released in G1 packaging and officially a G1 toy.

http://www.seibertron.com/images/news/gfx/1138537058_packaging.jpg

[griffin]

Does the ramp for G1 silverbolt actually do anything other than act as the shield in superion mode?

I didn't think the ramps for Silverbolt and Onslaught could be used outside of their third mode, as a launching ramp for the smaller team vehicles.
THey were a feature in the JP toys, with a spring-loaded feature in the toy to launch the toys down the ramp (that attached to the toy), but the Hasbro versions removed the spring feature and yet still included the ramp with the toy for no real reason or featured gimmick.

[griffin]

Ah very cool! I never knew it was released in G1 packaging and officially a G1 toy.


I think there would be some conjecture as to which toy universe it belongs to, according to fans, but if you go by packaging/biocard universe over toy-design universe, I guess it could count as a Gen1 toy. I personally wouldn't, as it would just stand out way too much visually (its design) from the rest of the Gen1 toys.

Just correcting my earlier posting - seeing the packaging picture, there is no 'C' next to the '00', so the wiki listing is correct, but their linked page is incorrect by labelling it as 'C-00'. Unless of course the biocard has it, and they are both correct...
Hmm, gotta keep reminding myself that wikia should only be used as a guide, not an accurate source...

[Sky Shadow]

I didn't think the ramps for Silverbolt and Onslaught could be used outside of their third mode, as a launching ramp for the smaller team vehicles.
THey were a feature in the JP toys, with a spring-loaded feature in the toy to launch the toys down the ramp (that attached to the toy), but the Hasbro versions removed the spring feature and yet still included the ramp with the toy for no real reason or featured gimmick.

Hmm... now I think about it, it would be nice if the Encore Combaticons have the launching feature restored. And metal chests.

[n2o]

how many figures if any were released of Wheeljack ?

any rereleases coming up that include wheeljack ?

[Paulbot]

how many figures if any were released of Wheeljack ?

any rereleases coming up that include wheeljack ?

The site http://www.tfu.info/ is a good source of information like this.

For the original character there was:
Wheeljack (http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Wheeljack/wheeljack.htm)
Wheeljack (decoy)
Wheeljack (Classic reissue - early 90s)
Action Master Wheeljack
Alternators Wheeljack
Spychanger Wheeljack

There's also Armada Wheeljack (http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Wheeljack/wheeljack.htm) (an Autobot turned Decepticon, different character), Energon Downshift (http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/Downshift/downshift.htm) (who looks like Wheeljack), Cybertron Downshift (a new body for the Energon version, still has a Wheeljack-like head).

I believe Wheeljack is one of the original toys that Hasbro/Takara says they've lost the mould for and can't reissue.

[Lordy]

Does anyone know if the Australian Toys R US stores will be getting the Preceptor and Insecticons like the US TRU stores?

[enforcer888]

Couple of possibly annoying questions if no one minds. :)

What do you prefer? Masterpiece/20th Anniversary OP or Armada Unicron?

Anyone got a pic of the two figures side by side by any chance?

What do you guys think of the Alternity figures now they've been out a bit? (I'll do a search in the meantime)

[Sky Shadow]

What do you prefer? Masterpiece/20th Anniversary OP or Armada Unicron?

Armada Unicron. I waited seventeen years for that toy and it was worth it.

I wouldn't wait five minutes for an Optimus Prime.

[Wheel-J]

Does anyone know if the Australian Toys R US stores will be getting the Preceptor and Insecticons like the US TRU stores?

For now, we all just can hope through the distributor (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?p=103559#post103559). ;)



What do you prefer? Masterpiece/20th Anniversary OP or Armada Unicron?

Anyone got a pic of the two figures side by side by any chance?


by any chance, get both! :D

[enforcer888]

Skyshadow and Wheel-J, cheers guys. :D

[blackie]

i hear that g1 metroplex missiles will work in my overloard (cause overloard missiles are even harder to find thn metroplex ones)
can anyone confirm/deny this?

[Krayt]

You hear correct

[canofwhoopass_87]

Armada Unicron. I waited seventeen years for that toy and it was worth it.

I wouldn't wait five minutes for an Optimus Prime.

Lol wait what? So 17 years was a worthwhile wait for unicron, but you won't wait 5 minutes for a prime? Does that answer the question ? :confused:

[blackie]

You hear correct

excellent thankyou good sir

[Golden Phoenix]

Lol wait what? So 17 years was a worthwhile wait for unicron, but you won't wait 5 minutes for a prime? Does that answer the question ? :confused:

But Primes are a dime a dozen...so to speak.
There is at least one in pretty much every series (excluding Beast era stuff) and now we are getting 3 or 4 per series.
Unicron only has a couple of toys, Armada being one of the first

[GoktimusPrime]

Except for Convobat (http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ConvoyBat/convoybat.htm) (TFU.info incorrectly calls him "Convoy Bat"); according to his tech specs bio he is G1 Optimus Prime reformatted as a Maximal - but otherwise you are correct sir :)

[Lordy]

Has anyone brought stuff from http://www.transformerland.com ? There parts seem cheap, the only issue I see is that all of the parts pics are stock photos, not actual photos of the parts, so can be confusing unless you read the description of the part.

[Fungal Infection]

Does anyone know whether RID Optimus Prime will combine seamlessly with CR God Magnus? Were there any minor mold changes to RID Optimus compared to Super Fire Convoy which might hinder the combination process to Omega Prime? And also, what is the quality of RID Optimus overall compared to CR SFC? I have heard stories that the tyres are prone to splitting on RID Prime and the addition of the Autobot symbols on the shoulder pads but I'm interested in knowing about the overall quality of each product.

[liegeprime]

Has anyone brought stuff from http://www.transformerland.com ? There parts seem cheap, the only issue I see is that all of the parts pics are stock photos, not actual photos of the parts, so can be confusing unless you read the description of the part.

I have bought from them once. Items were as described. you really have to read though :(. If in doubt you can ask them a question. they're not price hoggers unlike BBTS and respond to email pretty politely. hope this helps

[canofwhoopass_87]

I buy most of my stuff there. Transformerland is one of the best places around for vintage gear. Never had a problem with the service, his patience is infinite and prices are great :)


Has anyone brought stuff from http://www.transformerland.com ? There parts seem cheap, the only issue I see is that all of the parts pics are stock photos, not actual photos of the parts, so can be confusing unless you read the description of the part.

[iceburn]

I buy most of my stuff there. Transformerland is one of the best places around for vintage gear. Never had a problem with the service, his patience is infinite and prices are great :)

are you doing more orders there? might wanna get Abominus gun still

[Paulbot]

Does anyone know whether RID Optimus Prime will combine seamlessly with CR God Magnus? Were there any minor mold changes to RID Optimus compared to Super Fire Convoy which might hinder the combination process to Omega Prime? And also, what is the quality of RID Optimus overall compared to CR SFC? I have heard stories that the tyres are prone to splitting on RID Prime and the addition of the Autobot symbols on the shoulder pads but I'm interested in knowing about the overall quality of each product.

I have RID Prime and CR Magnus and the two combine fine.

That cracked tires thing comes up a lot but my RID Prime is still fine 8 years on

[GoktimusPrime]

I have SFC, RiD OP and GM - my RiD OP combines with GM just fine, but has cracked tyres. :( My SFC's tyres are fine. :)

[Lordy]

I buy most of my stuff there. Transformerland is one of the best places around for vintage gear. Never had a problem with the service, his patience is infinite and prices are great :)
Thank you for the info. I noticed his prices are very nice compared to WheelJack's Lab.

[blackie]

I have RID Prime and CR Magnus and the two combine fine.

That cracked tires thing comes up a lot but my RID Prime is still fine 8 years on

+1 on that statement
my tyres are fine

[swoop]

Do reissues have the same stampings as the original G1 figures?

[roller]

no

[GoktimusPrime]

I think it depends; some do and some don't. iirc reissue Sixshot and TFC Hound have the same stampings as the originals. Likewise the Hasbro reissue* of Magmatron. I'll check again when I'm at home. :)

----------------------------------------------
*Hasbro Magmatron's as much of a reissue as say TFC Gears or Encore Sky Lynx et al.

[blackie]

anyone bought one of these?
mine will be the US release max, and i know he aint coming with a sword, so im looking into this as an option.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Transformers-20th-anniversary-Mp-1-PLUS-01-GOD-SWORD-R_W0QQitemZ270362852973QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Actio n_Figures?hash=item3ef2e1be6d&_trksid=p3286.m20.l1116

[SilverDragon]

How exactly do the G2 Colour changers work? I was watching the commercial on YouTube and the colour change appeared to occurr instantly, and in the exact shape of the water splatter (which, considering the paint turned white, looked extremely unfortunate). Does the colour change occurr that quickly?

Also, do the G2 Dinobots go for less than their G1 versions?

[damnyouhussies]

It was that hot/cold water technology that was all the rage in that period of the early 90's. In my experience it was never that accurate it when it changed, it would be quite a slow bleeding process. Also whatever the chemicals used seem to die quickly and the gimmick would cease to work.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Lol yeh I had one when I was a kid. Far from what they had us seeing with those crazy commercials at the time I'll tell you that much. Mine had to sit underwater for hours before anything remotely exciting happened. Half of the car hood changed colour...that was about it.

As for the G2 dinobots, I believe the silver (or g1 style) g2 dinobots, the blue grimlock and green slag + snarl tend to go for cheaper-than-G1 dino's. Maybe $25-$40 loose complete each?

I'm pretty sure the red g2 variants of slag + snarl go for a bit higher, with the torque grimlock being the rarest at about $60US+ ?

That's my understanding anyway. Maybe try the "What's a good price?" thread.

[d*r*j*]

...do the G2 Dinobots go for less than their G1 versions?

Firstly, the price of G1 dinobots fluctuates pretty wildly... especially if you look on ebay UK. You could assume that a normal G1 dinobot (excluding swoop) goes for roughly $100 including postage in reasonable condition and complete with weapons... Usually G2 dinobots are cheaper than $100, but hardly ever come with nice/ complete stickers. The main problem with G2 is that most american sellers that sell these don't ship out of america.

There is some discussion on this here;
http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=3755

[bruticus]

anyone bought one of these?
mine will be the US release max, and i know he aint coming with a sword, so im looking into this as an option.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Transformers-20th-anniversary-Mp-1-PLUS-01-GOD-SWORD-R_W0QQitemZ270362852973QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Actio n_Figures?hash=item3ef2e1be6d&_trksid=p3286.m20.l1116

im not sure if what i have is the same as the one in your link, but my unofficial master sword came in a beautiful black hard case with velvet lining, the blade is made of hard resin, its slightly thicker than the original japanese master sword, slightly more rounded sword tip and the handle is made of die cast metal with a very very sharp tip at the bottom...

In fact, im quite surprised how my one ever passed through customs all those years ago...

It fits well in fort max's hands in sword mode but because it was top heavy, omega prime and mp prime could never hold it properly in spear mode....

too bad the one you want is unopened, otherwise, id ask for some more detailed photos from the seller....

[blackie]

im not sure if what i have is the same as the one in your link, but my unofficial master sword came in a beautiful black hard case with velvet lining, the blade is made of hard resin, its slightly thicker than the original japanese master sword, slightly more rounded sword tip and the handle is made of die cast metal with a very very sharp tip at the bottom...

In fact, im quite surprised how my one ever passed through customs all those years ago...

It fits well in fort max's hands in sword mode but because it was top heavy, omega prime and mp prime could never hold it properly in spear mode....

too bad the one you want is unopened, otherwise, id ask for some more detailed photos from the seller....

can you remember how much yours cost you approx?

[blackie]

also
how rare are the single packaged powermasters?
like Aquastar et.al.?

[bruticus]

can you remember how much yours cost you approx?
sorry dude, i dont know how much it cost.
the boxed master sword was thrown in as a sweetener when my friend needed to sell his MLC fort max to raise quick cash...

on the topic of master swords, this is pretty interesting:
http://forums.hobbyhype.com/showthread.php?t=9655
too bad its been scaled down to fit voyager size and not fort max...

[griffin]

also
how rare are the single packaged powermasters?
like Aquastar et.al.?

THe recent set of 3 (packaged I think) only went for like US$150, which was really cheap for fairly rare JP figures, but the demand just isn't there because they were straight redecos (unlike the Headmaster Heads, which were new moulds).
I think they are fairly rare, because I don't see them very often on ebay, but when they do show up, they don't fetch much.

[Omega Supreme]

Question about Scale.

In the Beast Wars show, the end of Season 2, when TM Megatron is inside the Ark and we see him in comparison to G1 figures, he looks so small. Also in other parts of the show, the local "ape" creatures are supposed to be the human race right ?

So does this mean that in the Beast Wars era, Transformers have been scaled down in size to be just slightly larger than humans ?

[Krayt]

It's never officially said in the shows, but Botcon 2001's comic explained the scaling down of G1 to micromaster size, whcih is about humansize kinda.

So 300 years later, everyone has downsized to save precious energon...

[Omega Supreme]

It's never officially said in the shows, but Botcon 2001's comic explained the scaling down of G1 to micromaster size, whcih is about humansize kinda.

So 300 years later, everyone has downsized to save precious energon...

Awesome, thanks for that!

[GoktimusPrime]

Actually, the show does make a reference to this. In "The Agenda: Part 3" when BW Megatron first enters the Ark and looks up the G1 Transformers, he calls the Autobots "Archaic Energon guzzlers."

[SilverDragon]

Is the IMAX release of RotF coming out the same time as the regular release or later?

'Cause I'm planning to go along the evening after term 2 finishes with friends to see it at IMAX.

[Paulbot]

Is the IMAX release of RotF coming out the same time as the regular release or later?

'Cause I'm planning to go along the evening after term 2 finishes with friends to see it at IMAX.

It comes out at the same time... but might not be in IMAX for as long as it's in regular cinemas. If Harry Potter gets an IMAX showing it might kick TFs out in a few weeks.

[Sky Shadow]

How exactly do the G2 Colour changers work? I was watching the commercial on YouTube and the colour change appeared to occurr instantly, and in the exact shape of the water splatter (which, considering the paint turned white, looked extremely unfortunate). Does the colour change occurr that quickly?

Also on this topic, I too just watched the G2 Colour Changers commercial - the advertisement is obsessed with the idea that squirting the toys will reveal what side they're on... but that's not right, is it? I have a G2 (Autobot) Drench and he just has his Autobot sigil on a gold sticker. Then again, I've never been one to wet my toys to find out if it does anything interesting, so who knows what wonders warm water will bring.

[roller]

did movie optimus look any different from the first live movie?

Does it justify me buying a tf2 toy version of him?

[SilverDragon]

did movie optimus look any different from the first live movie?

Does it justify me buying a tf2 toy version of him?

As far as I could tell, he didn't look any different from the first film.

The RotF toy is apparently more accurate to the movie design than the first leader toy, so that may be a justification if you care about show accuracy.

[Firecracker]

Does it justify me buying a tf2 toy version of him?

No, but you should still buy it.:D Great toy even if you don't like the movie aesthetic.

[Lithium]

*Spoiler alert!!!!*









As you'll remember in TF2, the Decepticons ganged up on one of their own and ripped out their spark to revive Megatron. Which Decepticon was that? It all happened so fast, I couldn't see.

[roller]

i looked around for the name as well, the sites i looked at said it was an unnamed constructicon

[GoktimusPrime]

Let's give him a fan name! I say we call him Scorpulator (The larger classes are getting worse in terms of quality and value for money in the past few years.
)!

Function: Red shirt (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redshirt_(character)). ;)

Strength: 2 Intelligence: 6 Speed: 1 Endurance: 3 Rank: 1 Courage: 7 Firepower: ∞

Yes, with a firepower of ∞ he could've easily vapourised those other Constructicons, but with a speed of 1 the other Constructicons easily tore him apart before he could even draw his weapon! GG!! :p

[SilverDragon]

Some repaints from the Cybertron line (incidentally, all were characters from the Speed Planet) have 'GTS' after their names. What does 'GTS' mean?

[Lithium]

Maybe it has something to do with this (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GTS_Technologies)?

[TheDirtyDigger]

Has Transformers:Cybertron complete series come out on DVD in Oz or do we know of any plans to release it here?

[griffin]

Some repaints from the Cybertron line (incidentally, all were characters from the Speed Planet) have 'GTS' after their names. What does 'GTS' mean?

A google search came up with some possible motoring terms, derived from Grand Touring or Gran Taurismo. There was a Pontiac listing of 'Grand Touring Sport', which could be an acronym badging, like you see on the backs of some cars. Perhaps the Hasbro people use it because it sounds racey.


Has Transformers:Cybertron complete series come out on DVD in Oz or do we know of any plans to release it here?

Hasn't been released here. You'd probably have to email Madman to see if they have plans to release it, or even have the rights to release it.

[Dkaris]

Was just wondering if any of you guys knew if the nemesis prime set on robot kingdom was just for the shadow commander trailer, or inclusive of the actual figure as well?
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFAUMKITPK-1&lang=us&CatID=

It seems kinda cheap for both, which is why im leaning toward thining its just for the shadow commander trailer. Just thought id ask =]

[GoktimusPrime]

TheDirtyDigger: You can get Transformers Galaxy Force DVDs from Asian DVD stores and they actually have subtitles written in coherent English! :D

[roller]

Has Transformers:Cybertron complete series come out on DVD in Oz or do we know of any plans to release it here?

i think i seen it in a collectors shop a week or 4 ago

it was a fat blue box with Cyb. Megatron and optimus on the front

[jaydisc]

Was just wondering if any of you guys knew if the nemesis prime set on robot kingdom was just for the shadow commander trailer, or inclusive of the actual figure as well?
http://www.robotkingdom.com/services/eshop/main.php?action=details&CatType=&II=TFAUMKITPK-1&lang=us&CatID=

It seems kinda cheap for both, which is why im leaning toward thining its just for the shadow commander trailer. Just thought id ask =]

Definitely seems like both, but it could be a loose Nemesis Prime. I'd ask.

[Dkaris]

Definitely seems like both, but it could be a loose Nemesis Prime. I'd ask.

yea i just fired off an email to them. best be safe the sorry =]

[canofwhoopass_87]

No I think if it's a loose item it should be in the description. RK are pretty informative of the state of their sale items. It looks to be both misb to me. Ask though, just to be sure.

[Krayt]

It is both.... the Trailer alone is 90ish.... NP is 35.... You save 10 by getting both

[SilverDragon]

Was Thundercracker from the first movie line ever released here?

I'm just curious since I never saw him. Also, was the G1 Movie Starscream repaint released here?

[jaydisc]

Yes, Thundercracker and Rescue Ratchet were a late Voyager assortment, still floating around for $59.95 at Myers around these parts.

G1 Starscream was also released along with G1 Jazz, both for $49.99 as TRU exclusives.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Hey I haven't been able to locate a thread with some info on the new blu-ray digitally remastered edition of the 1986 animated movie - does anyone know if it's worth the buy?

Has the sound and visual quality drastically improved? Anyone know?

[Gutsman Heavy]

It will look and sound better, but I doubt it'll be a drastic improvement.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Blu ray movies are seriously awesome on a great entertainment system, was hoping they "remastered" the 86 classic enough to justify the $35 purchase. But I suppose it is wishful thinking for a "drastic" improvement - it's 22 years old :(

[Gutsman Heavy]

I love Blu-ray as well (even if HD DVD was better /whine)

The 86 BD isn't a new remaster sadly, its just a high res dump of the 20th DVD master, so It will look better, but not as good as it could have been.

[canofwhoopass_87]

How are "points of articulation" determined? Is this just the number of transformable joints/limbs/parts ? I think I read somewhere that G1 Rodimus Prime has only 2 points of articulation, does this mean one point for each of his arms?

[griffin]

I think it's joints that are used for moving the body parts, but not necessarily required for the transformation. For Rodimus you have the two shoulder joints, but you probably could count his ankles and neck, as his head and feet are moveable. Even if that mobility is intended for the transformation, those joints give you the option to move/pose those limbs, albeit rather limitedly.
Maybe look on the tfwiki.net to see if they have any articles on articulation or poseability.

[loophole]

just wanted to know if anyone here as ever dealt with the Ebay Store "Amazing Heroes" and if they have had good or bad experiences with them?

[Sam]

Hello, not sure if this has been asked, but is there a reputable web site and/or article that talks about the history and relationship between the Transformer cartoons and toys (i.e. initially the toys were already there and the cartoons made use of those toys as characters, but at a later stage did the characters influence / lead to the creation of toys) ?

I hope that made sense. Thanks. :)

[Tober]

Hello, not sure if this has been asked, but is there a reputable web site and/or article that talks about the history and relationship between the Transformer cartoons and toys (i.e. initially the toys were already there and the cartoons made use of those toys as characters, but at a later stage did the characters influence / lead to the creation of toys) ?

I hope that made sense. Thanks. :)

This is kinda general in a "bigger picture" sorta way:

http://everything2.com/?node_id=711723


Otherwise maybe Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transformers:_Generation_1#Re-licenses

Comes down to what you call "reputable" tho. ;)

[Sky Shadow]

Hello, not sure if this has been asked, but is there a reputable web site and/or article that talks about the history and relationship between the Transformer cartoons and toys (i.e. initially the toys were already there and the cartoons made use of those toys as characters, but at a later stage did the characters influence / lead to the creation of toys) ?

I can't think of any site off the top of my head, but I've seen quite a few interesting articles on the topic over the years. As a basic summary, the 1984-85 Transformers toys were existing toys (or toys already in the pipeline) that were given a coherent storyline by Hasbro. Most of the 1986 'movie' toys with the exception of Ultra Magnus were designed by Floro Dery as cartoon characters first and then turned into toys. Powermaster Optimus Prime, the Classic Pretenders and half the Action Masters were some of the first examples of existing characters turned into new toys. Most of the toys since 1986 other than the conspicuous exceptions (2007 Movie, ROTF etc) were designed as toys first. Animated seems to have been a product of Derrick Wyatt's basic designs turned into Hasbro products.

[Tober]

Are there any Australian release dates and/or pricing info for the Movie 'Human Alliance' toys?

Did a search, didn't find any.

[TheDirtyDigger]

Does anybody know the difference(s) between Galaxy Force Vector Prime and Cybertron Vector Prime?

[Kyle]

Are there any Australian release dates and/or pricing info for the Movie 'Human Alliance' toys?

Did a search, didn't find any.

At the moment it looks like August as a Kmart exclusive:

http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=4622



Does anybody know the difference(s) between Galaxy Force Vector Prime and Cybertron Vector Prime?

From TFWiki:

http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Vector_Prime


Vector Prime has some significant differences between the Takara and Hasbro releases. Takara's release uses a matte gray plastic with a lighter, burgundy-tinted brown, uses firmer plastic for his clear-blue parts, and has more intricate paint applications. Hasbro's release has a higher-contrast color scheme of white with chocolate-brown, more flexible clear-blue plastic (for safety reasons), and less-intricate paint applications.

[roller]

Good evening

is there a 4 pack coming out soon that includes Cybertron Blurr and Buzzsaw?

I think i saw it in Universe 2 packaging or Movie

coming to Australia?

ta

[Gutsman Heavy]

It is a five pack that consists of Blurr, Buzzsaw, Longrack, Runamuck & Deluxe Armada Prime with a new deco (that looks very much to be in line with the colours he sported in the PS2 game)

out at Big W now for about $68 for the sale

[Tober]

At the moment it looks like August as a Kmart exclusive:

http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=4622

Cool, thanks. :)

Might need to import ;)

[bruticus]

Good evening

is there a 4 pack coming out soon that includes Cybertron Blurr and Buzzsaw?

I think i saw it in Universe 2 packaging or Movie

coming to Australia?

ta

Are you asking out of curiosity purposes or are you looking to buy them?
cos...
empire in town were selling Takara Galaxy force two pack cybertron blurr and buzzsaw for 20 bucks...
they had 2 sets left about two weekends ago.

[roller]

Are you asking out of curiosity purposes or are you looking to buy them?
cos...
empire in town were selling Takara Galaxy force two pack cybertron blurr and buzzsaw for 20 bucks...
they had 2 sets left about two weekends ago.

yeah i want to buy them, but Empire has always had them for $75, so this 5 pack would be better value for money.

[TheDirtyDigger]

Is Web Diver related to Transformers at all? BBTS has them listed as Transformers.

[Linthart]

anyone bought one of these?
mine will be the US release max, and i know he aint coming with a sword, so im looking into this as an option.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Transformers-20th-anniversary-Mp-1-PLUS-01-GOD-SWORD-R_W0QQitemZ270362852973QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Actio n_Figures?hash=item3ef2e1be6d&_trksid=p3286.m20.l1116

I just bought the 3 pack a few days ago. been umming and arrring for about 2 years on when to bite the bullet but they were totally necessary for my new display

[griffin]

Is Web Diver related to Transformers at all? BBTS has them listed as Transformers.

I don't think they are related in anyway story-wise, but being produced by the same toy company, there has been some sharing of moulds. I remember them using the G2 Lasercycles a few years back, and probably others.

[loophole]

just wanted to know the differences between an original Reflector and the KO version so i know what to look out for?

[GoktimusPrime]

TDD; griffin is right. They're made by Takara, but otherwise no relation.

[roller]

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa210/Rollerforce/DSCN2847.jpg


Could someone tell me who's white gun this is?

thankyou

[Kyle]

I've watched ROTF 3 times but the image of Jolt's bot mode is still very blurry in my head because he didn't stay on screen for long. Haven't been able to find any image of his CGI model or concept art on the net. Is his Deluxe toy's bot mode fairly screen accurate?

[canofwhoopass_87]

Hey roller why not try www.transformerland.com or http://www.cobraislandtoys.com/ that should help you ID that weapon.

My question..one for the G1 fanatics -

I'm having trouble transforming trypticon into base mode. In particular step 3 (I can't get the "rampway" out) and step 5 (the "base" can't be pulled up). Any ideas?

Also, with the G1 Constructicon chrome drill bits / missiles, when the chrome is worn off - are the parts black or yellow underneath?

[roller]

Hey roller why not try www.transformerland.com or http://www.cobraislandtoys.com/ that should help you ID that weapon.


Also, with the G1 Constructicon chrome drill bits / missiles, when the chrome is worn off - are the parts black or yellow underneath?

Thanks Canohhh :)

as for your constructicons conundrum

my g1 green and the g1.5 yellows accessories are all black in places were the chrome is worn

[liegeprime]

My question..one for the G1 fanatics -

I'm having trouble transforming trypticon into base mode. In particular step 3 (I can't get the "rampway" out) and step 5 (the "base" can't be pulled up). Any ideas?



Care to elaborate with pics what you mean? Ive transformed trippy and giga only a couple of times without an instruction so I can't tell what exactly your having trouble with? the tail end with the double guns are the only ones that are really what I find very tight to pull out. other than that he's pretty much split and press the tab on his hip to spread the legs and 180º the head viola base mode.

[canofwhoopass_87]

I've managed to figure out how to get that tail ramp out, just requires a bit of extra muscle :)

Step 5 of base mode however says I have to pull up that base thing out of his chest (so it becomes a raised platform) to attach the large purple cannon. I can't get this piece out. As with all my new g1's though, i never try to force transformations out to avoid breaking anything. Do I just need to muscle it out as well?

Here's the scan - step 5 on the far left.

http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/decoder.asp?CharName=Trypticon&ImgURL=/archive/instructions/decepticon/1986/instr_trypticon.jpg

[Dkaris]

Anyone know a good (prefferably AUS) site to order musiclabel soundwave from?

[GoktimusPrime]

Don't they still sell him at some import shops in Sydney? Come to a Sydney meet some time - we can show you where.

[Dkaris]

hmmm the only import store i can think of is galaxy world above the markets. I thiink i saw soundwave there once.

[GoktimusPrime]

Yeah, I think that's the one. They had MP Grimlocks there too last time we were there.

[roller]

whens the SMASH thing?

gnerrrrrrrrrrrr

[Tommy K]

how does one get his hands on those comics that apparently happed after beast machines? ( i think they were called unniverse or something like that

[roller]

how does one get his hands on those comics that apparently happed after beast machines? ( i think they were called unniverse or something like that

Universe it is

i only found 1 copy in Australia and that was at Sabretron 2004

i could send them to you like i did with "Dawn of Futures Past" if u want

[Geminii]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v314/Frost181/springer.jpg

According to other sources, this is a scan of Springer from a Japanese art book. I know it's at least a couple of years old, but don't have an exact publication date. Anyone happen to know which book (or have a higher-quality scan of the relevant page)?

[liegeprime]

I've managed to figure out how to get that tail ramp out, just requires a bit of extra muscle :)

Step 5 of base mode however says I have to pull up that base thing out of his chest (so it becomes a raised platform) to attach the large purple cannon. I can't get this piece out. As with all my new g1's though, i never try to force transformations out to avoid breaking anything. Do I just need to muscle it out as well?

Here's the scan - step 5 on the far left.

http://www.botchthecrab.com/archive/decoder.asp?CharName=Trypticon&ImgURL=/archive/instructions/decepticon/1986/instr_trypticon.jpg

yes a little elbow grease is needed on that one, CAREFUL elbow grease :D:p. It just pulls up, there is no switch or tab that you have to press for it.

[canofwhoopass_87]

Thanks liege!

[sanbot]

Is the Headmaster series focused primarily on the Headmaster transformers? I bought the Madman Japanese series boxset expecting to see all the transformers but instead each episode seems focused on Headmaster transformers with the rare appearance of some of the oldies. Is this the same thing with all the other Japanese series?

[Paulbot]

Yes and it's the same for the all the Japanese series, but "Headmasters" still actually features old characters (Rodimus, Galvatron, Wheelie, Daniel etc) in major roles. The later series (Masterforce, Victory) don't show any of the characters from the G1 cartoon (except very rare cameos) and generally exclude anything not part of that year's toyline.

[sanbot]

Yes it's the same for the all the series, but Headmasters actually features old characters (Rodimus, Galvatron, etc) more than the later series which don't show any of the characters you know from the G1 cartoon (except rare cameos).

Its rather disappointing. I hope one day (I know wishful thinking!) someone will step up and start a new transformer series based on the G1 characters in the American series.

[Paulbot]

Headmasters is the closest you can get to that so far. The animation style is still very much like series 3 of the US cartoon, unlike the following Japanese series.

[liegeprime]

How big is Human Alliance figures? are they like as big as Alternators?

[Wheel-J]

How big is Human Alliance figures? are they like as big as Alternators?

They are roughly the same size as the alternators/binaltech in both modes. Proly smaller by just a few millimeters. I've seen some video comparisons of him with Mirage/Skids/Sunstreaker. But that's only for HA BB though. HA Sideswipe seems to be a little bit shorter in bot mode than HA BB from the last youtube video I've seen.

[Paulbot]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v314/Frost181/springer.jpg

According to other sources, this is a scan of Springer from a Japanese art book. I know it's at least a couple of years old, but don't have an exact publication date. Anyone happen to know which book (or have a higher-quality scan of the relevant page)?

I checked and it's not from Transformers Visual works (2007) if that helps narrow it down.

[GoktimusPrime]

I think I've asked this question before, but I don't recall anyone answering it (if so, please link me).

In Revenge of the Fallen, how did The Fallen get out of his sarcophagus before the Solar Harvester was located?

[sanbot]

In the Headmaster series, how did Sixshot a ruthless killer, become friends with Daniel? Every episode he's in seems to portray him as this robot that whilst having great respect for his enemies, appears to be so ruthless and easy to switch alliances that I can't make sense that he could change in just one episode?

[dirge]

Because he was stuck there... with nothing else to do but sit around and get to know Daniel. Given the circumstances, with Sixshot's guard down, I can see why they formed a bond.

[jaydisc]

I recall a Lil Formers comic strip that showed collector stereotypes. Anyone got it handy?

[TheDirtyDigger]

In Revenge of the Fallen, how did The Fallen get out of his sarcophagus before the Solar Harvester was located?

I think he climbed through a plothole.

[griffin]

I recall a Lil Formers comic strip that showed collector stereotypes. Anyone got it handy?

http://www.lilformers.com/index.php/archive/
Scroll down to November 2007.

[sanbot]

Because he was stuck there... with nothing else to do but sit around and get to know Daniel. Given the circumstances, with Sixshot's guard down, I can see why they formed a bond.

I dunno, it still seemed unlikely. The guys a professional killer, I doubt he has any room to be sympathetic towards a human. I'd imagine he'd have to be detached from his own feelings to do what he does.

I guess I'm asking because I was wondering if there's some sort of back story for Sixshot about his past?

[dirge]

In the context of his role as a Destron, unlikely Daniel would be spared. As a private "citizen" twiddling his thumbs... Daniel provides his only entertainment.

[TheDirtyDigger]

I dunno, it still seemed unlikely. The guys a professional killer, I doubt he has any room to be sympathetic towards a human. I'd imagine he'd have to be detached from his own feelings to do what he does.

I guess I'm asking because I was wondering if there's some sort of back story for Sixshot about his past?

Read his Spotlight comic. It shows him as the detached killing machine but also how he can 'care' in his own way for creatures smaller than him.

[sanbot]

Read his Spotlight comic. It shows him as the detached killing machine but also how he can 'care' in his own way for creatures smaller than him.

Is it possible to read the comic online?

[TheDirtyDigger]

Yes. You can just get it as a single issue and it doesn't need to be read in the context of the larger background story.

[jaydisc]

I've just seen Encore Bruticus and Henkei Galvatron listed as Bluetecas and Gurauvatron respectively. Are these their Japanese names or is it just Engrish?

[GoktimusPrime]

Any legit answers for my q?

In Revenge of the Fallen, how did The Fallen get out of his sarcophagus before the Solar Harvester was located?
:(

[griffin]

I don't think it has been explained anywhere yet. But they do have a number of comics in the next 6-months that may explain it.

[TheDirtyDigger]

Is it possible to read the comic online?


Yes. You can just get it as a single issue and it doesn't need to be read in the context of the larger background story.

Sorry...for some stupid reason I read your question as, 'Is it possible to read it alone'. I'm not sure if it's online anywhere. I don't think so.


Any legit answers for my q?

I actually think my answer is the right one as there were so many other plotholes through the movie. Of course a later comic may retcon it to come up with something more plausible.

[GoktimusPrime]

Mmm... cosmic macguffin fresh...


I've just seen Encore Bruticus and Henkei Galvatron listed as Bluetecas and Gurauvatron respectively. Are these their Japanese names or is it just Engrish?
Engrish. Bruticus and Galvatron's Japanese names are the same as their Anglophone names. Heh, I remember in 1998 when online stores were selling Stampy as "Stumpy." :p

[dirge]

Heh, I remember in 1998 when online stores were selling Stampy as "Stumpy." :p

HLJ had him as "Spanspee" and Break as "Bleak" :D

[Paulbot]

I have tracking on an item which has as it's current status "30 July 2009 Australia Pending customs inspection". How long from this status does it usually take to receive the item? Do you think there's any chance it would get to my PO BOX by 9am tomorrow or would that be wishful thinking?

[canofwhoopass_87]

Is it an express item? Because I've had nothing but trouble from that dodgy service. I've always found registered/priority and even standard airmail to be so much more reliable and cheaper, even if you have to wait an extra couple of days.

I hate express tracking to bits, it's only good half the time. Every other time items are either apparently "in transit" (which for some reason, is a 6 day process sometimes) or sitting in customs. I had to wait 2 weeks for my g1 ultra magnus bc they wouldn't release it.

So basically, given that piece of tracking info you've got - anything can happen. If it's outdated, maybe it's already been passed onto the auspost couriers or still sitting in the sorting centre.

Have you tried checking your tracking number using the host country postal service website (i.e usps.com if it's from the states) as well as the australia post tracking page? They usually have different results, which can sometimes let you know where it REALLY is.

[Autocon]

whats your gun runner (dune runner)like?

my arm just snapped off for no reason:mad::(:mad::mad: f you hasbro and your cheap plastic!!

[griffin]

Take it back to the store you bought it from for a replacement. You are entitled to one if a product is faulty, especially from just one play with it.

[Autocon]

and now my scalpel lil clear plastic arm came off i cant put it back on

help??


but ive already opened it, will they still replace it?

[griffin]

Yes, they should, because it was defective.

[Autocon]

ok i shall try it tomorrow

[liegeprime]

I recall a Lil Formers comic strip that showed collector stereotypes. Anyone got it handy?

Here you go Jay

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/fanusmaximus-1.jpg
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/FanProf3.jpg
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/FanProf4.jpg
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/FanProf2.jpg
http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb313/liegeprime/FanProf1.jpg

[jaydisc]

Thanks dd, griff & lp!

[TheDirtyDigger]

I have tracking on an item which has as it's current status "30 July 2009 Australia Pending customs inspection". How long from this status does it usually take to receive the item? Do you think there's any chance it would get to my PO BOX by 9am tomorrow or would that be wishful thinking?

I usually ring Auspost rather than rely on the website.
Nearly always get a much clearer answer on when, where and all the other questions I need to have answered.

[Paulbot]

Thanks for the tips. I've had to use RK's Hong Kong Post tracking. It's now "in transit" but my post office box closed at 930am so I will have to wait until Monday to pick them up, assuming they will get there today.

[Autocon]

do you think hasbro will redeem themselves with long haul? ...grrrrr

on the positive side my scalpel has no cracks...

[Thanatos]

I'm a little confused about the EZ/Legends Devastator.

It is a japanese exclusive, or will the seperate components be released here in Australia?

[GoktimusPrime]

For now it's only out in Japan, but it will probably be released by Hasbro later.

[jaydisc]

I'm a little confused about the EZ/Legends Devastator.

It is a japanese exclusive, or will the seperate components be released here in Australia?

I read that Hasbro was asked about it at Botcon, and said that they have nothing planned, but if it happens, it will be in 2010.

[GoktimusPrime]

Yowzers! Glad I imported mine then! (O_o)

[Paulbot]

Just viewing Rampages' new acquistions and it made me wonder: are the new ROTF Robot Replicas available locally? I've not noticed them in the shops or many people posting acquistions of them.

[griffin]

I haven't heard anyone seeing them locally. They aren't high demand figures, and retailers here (at Toyfair) probably questioned the point of having non-convertable Transformers (r) priced the same as convertable Transformers of the same size. THe gimmick with Gravity Bots sold themselves to retailers, despite the pricing, but Robot Replicas were shelfwarmers with TF1, so probably were avoided by retailers this time around.

[Dkaris]

I know its a long shot but does anyone know any online stores to pick up classics ultra magnus and city commander set? I can probably find the city commander set, most of the battle is finding a damn ultra magnus figure.

[klystron]

Does anyone else think that TFA Samurai Prowl is completely and utter pwned by the frist regular TFA Prowl?
Is there some sort of trick to get the armour/sidecar to stay in place on his back in 'bot mode?
I've only had him a day but I am less than impressed by the armour that just seems to hang on in a heaven-forbid-you-should-actually-touch-him type fashion.
:mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:

[Gutsman Heavy]

Does anyone else think that TFA Samurai Prowl is completely and utter pwned by the frist regular TFA Prowl?


ME! He looks fat with the armour on, and sidecars are lame! First one pwns, I haven't bothered with the other.

[SilverDragon]

I'm thinking about trying to get some Armada toys when I eventually end up on eBay. They just look so darn fun to play with. I'm curious about what are considered to be the better toys from that era.

I'm contemplating Jetfire, Starscream, and possible Superpants Prime at the moment, mainly for design-related reasons.

[GoktimusPrime]

Most of the boxed Armada toys aren't that fun to play with. Their articulation is often hindered by being loaded with gimmicks. Superpants Prime is a block... nearly as bricky as Powermaster Optimus Prime, which by 2003 standards is atrocious. The automatic transforming trailer gimmick gets old quick. (-_-) Some of the Deluxes are okay (but not astounding). I actually find the most interesting toys from Armada were the Mini-Cons! :) They're like Micromasters but with better more contemporary engineering.

I think it's best to check out someone else's Armada toys before deciding on whether or not you want to collect them yourself. Try before you buy as they say. :)

[liegeprime]

Most of the boxed Armada toys aren't that fun to play with.
I think it's best to check out someone else's Armada toys before deciding on whether or not you want to collect them yourself. Try before you buy as they say. :)


+++++27 on the first sentence. +3 on the second one.. Armada IS all about minicons, and those little buggers are the only things going for the line.. as such buy minicons only instead :D

[klystron]

I'm thinking about trying to get some Armada toys when I eventually end up on eBay. They just look so darn fun to play with. I'm curious about what are considered to be the better toys from that era.

I'm contemplating Jetfire, Starscream, and possible Superpants Prime at the moment, mainly for design-related reasons.

I've got an Armada Wheeljack for sale if you're interested.

[GoktimusPrime]

From the August Acquisitions thread:

No affiance, just wondering why everybody is out for the encore cassettes? Why not the originals, also why are people buying encore bruticus and not the originals? (Curious to know others personal opinions)
Convenience factor. Reissues are easier and cheaper to get. Easy as that. And in most cases the quality is fairly good. Bruticus would be exceptional because that mould's been overused since CR/RiD. For me, I already _have_ the original Combaticons, but I'm missing accessories and gestalt parts. Getting reissues is a LOT cheaper than if I tried to get all those individual accessories as originals. Also far less effort and time consuming too (hunting down little parts and accessories is a pain).

[Gutsman Heavy]

I'm thinking about trying to get some Armada toys when I eventually end up on eBay. They just look so darn fun to play with. I'm curious about what are considered to be the better toys from that era.

I'm contemplating Jetfire, Starscream, and possible Superpants Prime at the moment, mainly for design-related reasons.

I like armada, might be the only one here who does :D

I'd recommend
Wheeljack
Demolishor
Hoist (or cyb Longrack)
Deluxe Prime
Tidalwave

I also like Scavenger (STOMP STOMP STOMP), but am probably the only one who does.

[dirge]

I like armada, might be the only one here who does :D

I'd recommend
Wheeljack
Demolishor
Hoist (or cyb Longrack)
Deluxe Prime
Tidalwave

I also like Scavenger (STOMP STOMP STOMP), but am probably the only one who does.

It did produce some good toys - I'm a fan of Wheeljack, Demolishor, Dx Prime and Longrack (once they got rid of the abysmal Minicon) myself. The cartoon, IMO, was dreadful - the comics were okay but I've never been much a comic person.

And yeah, you're probably the only one who likes Scavenger. I love his MiniCon (and nabbed one 2nd hand!).

[canofwhoopass_87]

I've found HK post to be top grade stuff. Their website online tracking is spot on and updates frequently


Thanks for the tips. I've had to use RK's Hong Kong Post tracking. It's now "in transit" but my post office box closed at 930am so I will have to wait until Monday to pick them up, assuming they will get there today.

[SilverDragon]

+++++27 on the first sentence. +3 on the second one.. Armada IS all about minicons, and those little buggers are the only things going for the line.. as such buy minicons only instead :D

So, what are considered to be the best Armada Mini-cons?

[liegeprime]

So, what are considered to be the best Armada Mini-cons?

Well there's quite a lot actually - since minicons started in Armada but have been incorporated in other lines (Universe 1.0, Energon, Cybertron and Classics)
I just get all hehehe. but to start with you might wanna try... oh if you get the chance to get X dimension version ( basically recolours - same mold - Japanese versions - better paint jobs)

Air defense team - 2 planes and shuttle (like) which have the combined form of the Star Sabre
- X Dimension version has em in red and orange hues - combined form Fire Sabre
- Energon version has em with added stylings and in clear yellow color - Energon sabre

Air military Team - 3 planes which are 3ple changers - they each have a weapon alt mode besides plane and can be equipped to bigger bots as blades, guns, bladed shield...
- X dimension has em in mostly black stealth colours

Emergency team - Fire engine, police car and a double rotor copter - same as the Air military team have a 3rd mode which transforms them into weapons the other bigbots can use.

Overload - he's not sold as a minicon but he is. This guy has a big trailer which forms his armoured body. The minicon truck becomes the head and serves as the cab truck pulling the trailer - which also has a minirobot mode. This trailer can combine to Armada Prime to provide extra armour /firepower.

There's heaps of em but start with these guys and see if youll enjoy em. I have 93 of em :D almost a tenth of my collection population and I like em a lot....

[SilverDragon]

I like the look of the air defence team, particularly the orbital plane one (Sonar?).

Thinking of which, of the recent Transformers with fist holes, can they hold the Star Sabre?