October/November submissions.

[griffin]

Since we are alternating months of AU and AU+US questions, and US Hasbro have changed their Q&A month last month, I'll start up a 2-month topic, to cover it.

So during this topic's 2 month block, we should have a 5-question AU submission, and a 10-question AU+US submission, and I will draw from this topic as each submission is due (end of September and end of October).

[Gutsman Heavy]

The TF1 Deluxe '76 Camaro Bumblebee had many re-releases in various boxsets, sometimes with minor variations, but never a major redeco unlike most of the TF1 figures. Are there any reasons for that?

[Autocon]

The TF1 Deluxe '76 Camaro Bumblebee had many re-releases in various boxsets, sometimes with minor variations, but never a major redeco unlike most of the TF1 figures. Are there any reasons for that?

fab grindors should be out there everywhere now!

[GoktimusPrime]

...I don't see how FAB Grindors are relevant to Gutsman Heavy's question about the TF1 Deluxe 70s Camaro Bumblebee mould. ???

My question is: Does Hasbro have any plans to produce the remaining ROTF Constructicons (Overload, Hightower & Scrapper) in the Deluxe &/or Voyager price points?

[NoenGaruth]

My question is: Does Hasbro have any plans to produce the remaining ROTF Constructicons (Overload, Hightower & Scrapper) in the Deluxe &/or Voyager price points?

tformers.com asked this one awhile ago.

"Q: With the release of 3 of the individually transformable Constructicons and Long Haul coming out next, will we see the remaining Constructicons (e.g., Scrapper, Hightower) released?

Hasbro: Unfortunately, there are no plans at this time to release any additional Constucticons past those that we have currently announced. "

This is a rather odd choice for them IMO, since they produced figures of everything from TF1 then milked on repaints (Including the game save for shockwave)

[GoktimusPrime]

Thanks NG. That really sucks. :(


This is a rather odd choice for them IMO, since they produced figures of everything from TF1 then milked on repaints (Including the game save for shockwave)
Not to mention the fact that they chose not to make any toys for the Animated Constructicons so that they wouldn't compete with the ROTF Constructicons.
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[Defcon]

Q1 : Some of the exclusives such as Animated Jetfire and Jetstorm, and Universe Autobot Ambush, have comic books. Comics and bios can make a character much more interesting. Surely this adds and creates an incentive to collect other toys. Have their been any plans to include mini comics and collectible bio cards with a future series of transformers, especially for example the Universe series which are not supported by a Cartoon?

[GoktimusPrime]

I _liked_ the trilingual comics that Hasbro included with Armada toys. That and the fact that it gave birth to jAam!
Tuve _gusto_ de los tebeos trilingües que ese Hasbro incluyó con los juguetes de la armada. ¡Eso y el hecho de que diera a luz a jAam!
J'ai _aimé_ les bandes dessinées trilingues que ce Hasbro a incluses avec des jouets d'armada. Cela et le fait qu'il a donné naissance à jAam!
:D

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[SilverDragon]

Some toys were not released in certain countries in past lines. E.g. in the original (G1) line, Swoop was not released in the UK, and Shockwave was never released here (at least to my knowledge). The reasons for this and other such nonreleases don't seem readily obvious to me. Why has this been so?

[GoktimusPrime]

Q: With Hasbro USA's recent announcement that they intend to release their own version of Masterpiece Grimlock (reference (http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/main/hasbro-transformers-qa-answers-for-october-2009)), will there be plans to release this toy for the Australian market?

[Starscream212]

Q: What other Human Alliance figures will be released?

[Seraphim Prime]

What is the nature of the relationship between Hasbro AU and Hasbro US, and the other international arms of Hasbro?

Also, when and why was the decision made to source product from the US and not from Europe?

[Linthart]

Q: What other Human Alliance figures will be released?

I think they're starting to appear at Kmart now

[roller]

Question removed for not being serious enough

[griffin]

Please take this seriously.
It is a great opportunity for us to find out at least some useful info from Hasbro (like what we need to import because it isn't expected here), and it is something that they certainly don't need to do.

[Autocon]

when/will ramjet, skywarp, fearswoop, blue truck, nest BB SW two pack, devestator legends, other exclusive be released in Aus?


also will the mail-away figure be available to australians?
and who might it be for those of us who wont be able to claim it?

[Starscream212]

I think they're starting to appear at Kmart now

Sorry i mean besides the confirmed figures, like will there be more???

[griffin]

Questions submitted for November:

AU Transformers Qs

Q1 - Do any of the following store exclusives have a change of status for Australia?
93290 Universe: Masterpiece Skywarp - Nov, SPECIALIST (TBC)
92665 Movie 2: Voyager Seekers Asst (Ramjet and Skywarp) - Aug, MYER
Reissue Insecticons & Perceptor - not at this stage
Movie 'Straightaway Shootout' - not at this stage
Movie 'Fury of Fearswoop' - not at this stage
Movie 'Autobot Strike Mission' - not at this stage
Movie Small Titanium 2-packs - not at this stage
Large Titaniums (Hotzone, Thrust, Optimus) - not at this stage
Movie Constructicons Legends set - 2010 (TBC)
Movie 'Gathering at the Nemesis' - Oct, TRU
Movie (Burning) Fallen - TBC
Movie 'Super Tuner Showdown' - TBC

Q2 - Are any of the following new items already planned for release in Australia?
Universe Leo Prime (US Target excl) - Unknown
Universe Hardhead, Powerglide, Skyfall - Unknown
Universe Minicon 10-pack - Unknown
Universe 'Warriors from 3 Worlds' - Unknown
Movie Nest Bumblebee Vs Soundwave 2-pack - Unknown
Movie Nebular Starscream - Unknown
Movie Legends 2-packs (US Target) - Unknown

Q3 - What is the nature of the relationship between Hasbro AU and Hasbro US, and the other international arms of Hasbro?

Q4 - When and why was the decision made to source product from the US and not from Europe?

Q5 - As the AU$ edges towards parity to the US$, can we hope to see a closer parity of retail prices to discourage collectors from importing the much cheaper foreign toys?


US Transformers Qs

Q1 - The TF1 Deluxe '76 Camaro Bumblebee had many re-releases in various boxsets, sometimes with minor variations, but never a major redeco unlike most of the TF1 figures. Are there any reasons for that?

Q2 - Some of the exclusives such as Animated Jetfire and Jetstorm, and Universe Autobot Ambush, have comic books. Comics and bios can make a character much more interesting. Surely this adds and creates an incentive to collect other toys. Have their been any plans to include mini comics and collectible bio cards with a future series of transformers, especially for example the Universe series which are not supported by a Cartoon?

Q3 - Some toys were not released in certain countries in past lines. E.g. in the original (G1) line, Swoop was not released in the UK, and Shockwave was never released here (at least to my knowledge). The reasons for this and other such nonreleases don't seem readily obvious to me. Why has this been so?

Q4 - Will Hasbro be releasing the White (Movie) Demolishor and Red Rampage toys that TakaraTomy are doing?

Q5 - Any chance of seeing a Hasbro release of the Device Label products (USBs, Mouse, etc)?


GIJoe Qs

Q1 - With the oversupply of Wave 1 and 2 figures, will we see any Wave 3 or 4 figures in Australia?
(are you able to give out any figure/assortment/wave details for collectors to know exactly what they need to import over the next few months?)

Q2 - Do you expect there to be any other waves released before year end? Wave 5, which has just been released in America for example, contans City Strike Duke and Jungle Ripcord, or will those of us who prefer not to import toys have to wait until after Christmas?

Q3 - Will we also get the Pursuit of Cobra line.

[griffin]

Q: With Hasbro USA's recent announcement that they intend to release their own version of Masterpiece Grimlock (reference (http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/main/hasbro-transformers-qa-answers-for-october-2009)), will there be plans to release this toy for the Australian market?

It's too early to ask this question, as they've only recently had listed Skywarp as TBC for Australia. When we know an approximate release date for US Hasbro, I'll see if Hasbro AU will be aiming to do the same.


What is the nature of the relationship between Hasbro AU and Hasbro US, and the other international arms of Hasbro?

Also, when and why was the decision made to source product from the US and not from Europe?

I can answer those questions, but needed to fill a Q spot, so will see if Hasbro AU answers them first. If not, I will.


when/will ramjet, skywarp, fearswoop, blue truck, nest BB SW two pack, devestator legends, other exclusive be released in Aus?
also will the mail-away figure be available to australians?
and who might it be for those of us who wont be able to claim it?

Those have been included in the list of Qs sent in.


Q: What other Human Alliance figures will be released?


Sorry i mean besides the confirmed figures, like will there be more???

See Q1 of the October answers - http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=5922
(later waves next year, provided this first wave sells well enough)

[Seraphim Prime]

I can answer those questions, but needed to fill a Q spot, so will see if Hasbro AU answers them first. If not, I will.

Cool. I know bits and pieces and was wondering what the whole story was. :) Thanks Grif!

[Autocon]

us q 4. i assume red rampage will be released as it was shown in the NEST catalogue

[Starscream212]

Hey, im not sure if this is a viable question but i was wondering if:
Hasbro was planning to release an Ancient Prime figure?
Also is there goining to be a toy figure of the matrix?

thanks