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Henkei all the way dude! :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by heroic_decepticon
The 3 pack version has absolutely G2-Horrid colours and would not work well with the Protector Upgrade Set, colour-wise IMO. :eek:
The Henkei version will no doubt be more expensive and possibly harder to track down, but I reckon the colours are far closer to what FP originally envisioned and would probably be the better quality option. ;)
I hope that helps in some way Heroic. :D
Keep in mind that when you compare a Henkei and Classics figure side by side, the color shade difference is negligible. You can only really notice a bit of difference in photos but in person it's pretty much the same.
The biggest factor in in how different a figure release would look with the armor is actually the chrome on the Henkei but even so, much of the chrome is covered by the wing extenders.
I own both Classics and Henkei. I am thinking of using the Henkei for for the Protector armor as the chrome will not dominate the back fins but would add some nice chorme detailing on it.
I prefer to use "classics" or "classics-verse" rather than that.Quote:
Originally Posted by heroic_decepticon
If price is no concern, I would definitely recommend the Henkei version- with chrome spoiler and nicer chest/hood deco. If these pics are the final deco, then it seems that the Henkei deco matches up with the brighter flames on the vehicle mode more so than the classics version. Since the protector armor just comes with the orange wing extensions, you'd need to get the target master "sidearm" which comes with chromed wing extensions. (about $10 more).
However, the Henkei version, MOSC/MISB usually commands around $120- $150 USD on Ebay- although judging from your other Henkei exploits, you might be able to find it a cheaper locally in HK and without the shipping tag.:D
I would not recommend the 3-pack or 2-pack Rodimus (i.e. animated deco) version, since IMO it is incompatible and looks cheap- with a lighter red, crappy yellow spoiler, and light blue windshield. IMO it looks like buying a $100 armor and putting it on a cheap KO. In robot mode, from the front you aren't likely to see much difference barring differing shade of red, it would look out of place in vehicle mode.
Another option would be to get the sons of cybertron version- translucent henkei version that is much cheaper- I think its about $60USD- but you have to get the crappy universe prime. The clear Henkei one looks really nice on its own, but don't know how the translucent colour match with solid coloured armor/ trailer.
I've personally got the classics, 3-pack and clear Henkei versions, and I am kind of wanting the henkei one now- but price is an issue, and plenty of other stuff to budget for coming out next year.
hmmm... seems like the consensus is Henkei. I will hunt for that. I don't want to get the classics one cos i used to have that but sold it. Of course, the cheapest alternative now is the 3-pack (it's like HKD$260).
hmmm...
If you're any good at painting the 3 pack is a good choice.
I am planning to paint mine in black for Shadow Scyther.
Ok, I went and got the Sons of Cybertron set today. After walking around and seeing the piece out of box, I think it's going to be acceptable for the Protector amour which covers up most of it anyway. Also, its not that transparent. It's actually a pretty dark transparent and the flames on the bonnet kind of matches the Henkei version.
Kaiden, painting is just not my talent, so much as I would like to, that's never been an option in my collecting life. I wish I had the talent, but really don't. :D
Will continue to keep a look out.
yeah i havent tried paintng anything yet but i was thinking this would be something fun to start on.
which reminds me, i have a bunch of keropla to paint some day.
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Looks nice with the Henkei version, but I think I will still prefer the classics version. Not much of a fan of the chrome.
You know, I don't think this thing works at all. Rodimus Prime doesn't work this way - he's not a partsformer - and FansProject did a poor job matching the new parts to the Rodimus toy.
In vehicle mode, the front is this really sleek vehicle and then suddenly it's this giant blocky thing. In robot mode, to quote Might Gaine on the Allspark, "it kinda looks like some glued legos to Classics Rodimus".
Also, the detailing is TOO BUSY.
It looks pretty close to the original G1 toy and you have to remember, this is unofficial and is just a mass produced custom.
if you were to think this is one person's private custom Transformer, would that change your opinion?
it cant convert itself like the Masterpiece version can but even so, i think fansproject have done a nice job on the design - it certainly doesnt look boring but i'll have to see it in person before i decide if its overdone.
I really like the articulation as i felt hot rod was poorly designed in that area - in particular his elbows (i'm not at home at the moment, so its hard to remember the other parts of the toy) but the best part is the increased playability with the upgrade and targetmaster.
since most of my transformers are deluxe sized, this is a much appreciated release.
I've even re-arranged my Transformers shelf so that Rodimus is towards the back for when Protector arrives. I'm sooo eagerly awaiting this. Fansproject does amazing work.
Just wondering if anyone is doing a Sydney-based group order for this?
I found it today!Quote:
Originally Posted by heroic_decepticon
http://inlinethumb31.webshots.com/44...500x500Q85.jpg
Nevermind- saw your other post about it.Quote:
Originally Posted by heroic_decepticon
new pictures http://bbs.actoys.net/read.php?tid-549914.html
also, RK newsletter says this will be available next week! awesome it'll be in time for xmas!
Toy review by Vangelus...shipping has started then......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOjP9...layer_embedded
that was an amusing review.Quote:
Originally Posted by liegeprime
toyarena has protector in stock apparently.
cant wait for mine! i got ultra magnus recently too :)
It seems pretty awesome. I was expecting a parts-former in which you disassemble the alt mode into parts and then reassemble them into the robot mode like City Commander but there is a lot of transforming going on there.
Arghhh RK where is my shipping order???
Just watched the review... FP has not disappointed so far. Everything looks pretty awesome- including the targetmaster.
And what is the 20,000 BC? is that the glacial bot that FP has shown us before?
I think it is. I think I heard someone say that it was cancelled but this seems to suggest otherwise.Quote:
Originally Posted by gdmetro
I doubt they would cancel it as their capital would only be 3rd party sized and therefore a bad investment idea.Quote:
Originally Posted by kup
I must say, I really do like Vange1us' approach to reviews, they're always entertaining without compromising informity. :cool:
(Totally just invented a word :p)
My salivating aside, I too cannot wait for that lovely little email from RK to arrive as it probably should've arrived by now really... this set just looks freakin' awesome! :eek::cool:
I'm also glad to see that all things are pointing to the continued intent of the release of the Glacialbots, an awesome concept that will supposedly sit right in with the other G1 Gestalts (albeit with better articulation apparently) which will hopefully lead to the continued success of FansProject. ;):D
What is this "glacialbots" supposedly be?
http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-...1240740807.jpgQuote:
Originally Posted by liegeprime
http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-...1240740807.jpg
An original gestalt based on ice age animals. i am guessing one will be a sabertooth tiger.
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Originally Posted by liegeprime
For future reference: ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by kaiden
http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-...1240740807.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-...1240740807.jpg
For posterity's sake: :p
http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-...1240740807.jpg
http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-...1240740807.jpg
hmmm how come none of the links work for me:(:( it just says no.gif:(:(:(
they dont allow hotlinking. you'll have to copy them and repaste them in your browser.Quote:
Originally Posted by liegeprime
a okies, thanks! - hmmm page not found anymore, guess they removed it?:(Quote:
Originally Posted by kaiden
Here you go.Quote:
Originally Posted by liegeprime
http://img816.imageshack.us/img816/6348/41534766.jpg
http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/6280/43160476.jpg
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/4287/51467878.jpg
http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/4958/26917301.jpg
Thanks!
Hmmm, Glacialbot looks kinda meh:o, prolly just the concept art. Im sure they'd come up with a pretty good end product.
Im more excited in that silhouette of what appears to be .. triple changer Broadside ..looks to be based on the Stormbringer Broadside look by Don Fig....
Gotta love Mammoth's hand-held vacuum cleaner gun. He is going to vacuum up all the dust :p
The Glacialbot is meant to be a G1 style combiner, to fit in with your G1 collection - if I recall correctly. But this (very early) concept art is at least 2 years old, so, as you say, I'm sure the final product will look a little different.Quote:
Originally Posted by liegeprime
To Clarify...G1 Style like Classics(ETC) or true G1 Brick style?
I'm leaning towards the latter
Yeah, I believe that was the intent - that it would literally slot right in next to the other G1 Scramble-City combiners and you'd swear that it was an original 80's HASTAK toy.Quote:
Originally Posted by 1AZRAEL1
The only tell-tale sign that they weren't was to be the fact that they were more articulate, they may just decide to change them to fit in more with the Classicsverse now, who knows? ;)
I'd prefer something improving on the foundation of not-Bruticus.
New gallery up on Seibertron
I can't wait to get my hands on this release.
It's gorgeous. I can't wait either.
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Originally Posted by 1AZRAEL1
Me 3! :p:DQuote:
Originally Posted by jaydisc
Mind you, it's odd that all these other places have received or are receiving their stock and yet RK, who is normally on top of this sort of thing, hasn't given an update since saying that they'd be in stock 2 weekends ago. :(
Damn right. :mad:Quote:
Originally Posted by Hursticon
Where is my shipping confirmation RK?
I need my xmas present!