Yeah, I'd say MP10 all but confirms that MP11 is Megatron.
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Yeah, I'd say MP10 all but confirms that MP11 is Megatron.
Yeah but it's not a legal issue in Japan which is TOMY's primary market. But I agree -- a new Decepticon mould is indeed long overdue.Quote:
Originally Posted by ITZTRU
I'd be all over a MP Shockwave. :)
Yeah I realize this. But you can't help but feel sorry us fans in australia! Well at least I can't. Or maybe I'm just thinking of myself? :PQuote:
Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime
Either way. A hell yes to shockwave. Oh man...can't imagine!
I do feel more sorry for you guys in Victoria where gun Transformers are currently outlawed. At least in NSW they're legal if you have a permit. Though I envy people in WA where it's completely unrestricted!
Having said that, I came across this site earlier this evening:
http://www.blackknightsteel.com/victoria-sword-law/
It's a site for sword and dagger collectors in Victoria. Membership in their club allows you to legally purchase and possess a sword or dagger in VIC, but the site also interestingly says "Alternatively you can apply for a prohibited weapons permit from police licensing."
It may be worth contacting the Victorian Police Weapons Division and ask them if acquiring such a permit would allow you to purchase and possess gun Transformers. You may need to explicitly state that a gun Transformer is NOT an operable weapon and can NEVER be modified to become an operable weapon (unlike say a blunt collectable sword which can be modified to be an operable weapon by sharpening it!). If you can establish a precedent or legal process for Victorians to legally own gun Transformers, then you'd be potentially helping all your fellow Victorian fans (and possibly other fans in other regions of Australia where gunformers remain outlawed)!
Email: licensingservices@police.vic.gov.au
Phone: 03 9247 3142
PICS!
Looks great! Although not too different, but they fixed my biggest complaint!
me like!!!!!!!!!!!!
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IMO, very underwhelming. :rolleyes:
:O I want it! Really wish I didn't have MP4 now. Oh well, my display idea still works.
looks awesome! any group orders going to happen for this xD?
It's virtually the same as MP1. Design wise it seems very close to the the original with the abs grill is still being fake just more stylized.
EASY Pass for me. Disappointing.
it looks great but i hate the transforming gun.
I kinda want it. but i don't $250 want it.
We can has Hasbro Version pleez?
I only just bought MP-04 the other week so I'm pretty much satisfied with that. It does seem like a cheap move on Hasbro/TakTom's part just to re-release an updated mold...
I'm still making up my mind, the truck mode is definitely better than the original. The robot mode seems a bit more detailed too. Transparent parts on the groin plates are a nice touch. I may get it, My MP 1 convoy only has a cardboard trailer, so the trailer in this set could swing it.
Can't even begin to describe how little this interests me.
not exactly what i was expecting. what was the point of making this? it doesnt really expand on the series. I'm guessing they established what masterpiece sizing is (i.e. MP seeker size) so their shrinking everything down? smaller figure, even smaller human character, but price remains?
the detail on him is a bit humdee... where are those pistons on his arms and feet? "twas proof that prime is a plaussible being".
Maybe they're rebooting the series. If that's the case, I suppose we could hope for a better looking MP05?
I think collectors willl collect it but i'm not sure if it will satisfy their thirst.
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Lol, "Convoy Gun" is housed within backside XD
*end childish snigger*
Mmkay, this is both pleasing and annoying to me. I have MP-04, but from Target, so it has a few QA issues. I also have MP-02, Ha$bro SS, SW and Grimlock. The scale difference has always bothered me, like most other collectors, but I accepted it. Now we are offered a smaller, same-scaled, slightly more detailed re-release... for the same price? REALLY?! When I buy a deluxe at $25 and then later find out they are releasing a redeco that I prefer, I can handle that, but this is 10x the price of that, so it's quite a slap in the face.
On the upside though, those who missed MP-01/MP-04 will possibly see a few come available from people selling them off to get MP-10... Maybe...
If this were in $100-150 territory, I would be much more tempted, but it sooooo isn't... =o(
Ah.. was totally busy this week and just saw these pics now.
To be honest, he looks great, better than the original MP prime, merely because of the small changes. The truck cab looks much better for one.
The bot mode looks less stocky and more proportioned. The extra detailing on the grill and nicer cartoon head looks great. Add to all that the proper trailer and you have a winner.
It is tempting for me especially since besides MP grimlock, I don't own any other MPs- and this prime looks so sweet. Having said that, $250 steep. Ill wait to see reviews...
Hopefully this means an ultra magnus (with trailer armour) is in the works. Id buy that.
Realistically, it's largely what I was expecting - a refined MP-1. The cab is much better realised this time too. Pity the door windows are red tho, about the only thing that really bugs me.
Currently DotM doesn't interest me at all. MP-10 does. :p
I look forward to seeing how the transform gimmick works. The chest transformation for MP-1 was always clumsy.
At least his gun is the right color now... Not sure I like Roller being gray, cartoon accuracy aside.
*big underwhelming sigh*
Not as good as I was expecting. If the price tag is smaller than what we are anticipating, then maybe I will get it. If not, then I'm not fussed if I don't get this. Does look like there is some improvement, but not enough for me.
Well, I do like this figure. Glad I haven't bought a MP Prime since MP-01 v1.
Now the question is, do we wait for MP-10 v2 to come out with all the problems fixed? :p
after rodimus, yes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shirokaze
Not just that, but he'll be available as MP-13 (Magnus), MP-16 (w/Blue Roller), and MP-18 (Black version), MP-19 (Dead version), and MP-20L (Last version).
But wait till you see the new, even better MP-21 Convoy ;)
So true, but I never understand why people react so strongly, or say this a slap in the face, or a huge surprise, it's what Hasbro and co do, they've done it before and they'll do it again and again. Remake the most popular characters over and over again until they are no longer profitable. It would hardly surprise me if they even remade some classics moulds in the near future.Quote:
Originally Posted by jaydisc
Actually kinda glad I don't have to worry about shelling out more money on this...
I don't think it's a surprise but I do think it is slap in the face of sorts...one that you see coming from a mile away but you still feel it like a sucker punch. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Lord_Zed
Is that the one that will transform by itself as well as featuring the gimmick where it transforms all previous Convoy releases for you? Can't wait!Quote:
Originally Posted by jaydisc
Release date will probably coincide with the Live Action Movie Anthology Collection 10th Anniversary set.
The Final Final Version of Optimus will be the G1 movie version with real battle damage so you can simulate the epic battle vs Megatron. And afterwards, he changes colour to the dead version.
actually with all these versions, i'd like to see a Hulkbuster version like iron man.
Ah, gentleman. You seem to be missing the important information.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jaisun
"Convoy can transform by one touch"
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He's a bloody flipchanger!
I think that is Engrish in action.Quote:
Originally Posted by Verno
It's referring to the gun. I guess it transforms when you stick it in Prime's hand.
Not to mention that he keeps his rifle in his 'backside'. Thats just weird
So he's the same height as Masterpiece Rodimus but how tall is that exactly? I'd only be interested in geting this new Optimus Prime if it was reasonably in scale with the Classics/Generations Autobot cars.
Hmm...same size as MP Roddy hey? This just went from a 'must-have' to a 'wait for reviews and see'. It looks pretty cool but it's still kinda big for my tastes - I was hoping for something Faith Leader sized so it would sorta work with Classics etc, but MP Roddy is kinda tall. The head looks much improved, the HA-capable command bay is a nice touch and the trukk mode is far better, but the extra-long limbs aren't doing it for me and it needs some paint apps on the side windows.
Also, no wrist communicators or mini-Megatron? I hope he can use the Legends Megs or something.
the thing that i want is the human spike to be in scale with the DOTM HA figures. I'd love to have Sargent chaos driving optimus
..not if you've seen the original 1986 movie! I think it's awesome they added in that feature.Quote:
Originally Posted by LordCyrusOmega
check 0:38
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBUAG6Gy-to
I'm really tempted to pick one up, but at $250US (even with the AUD being powerhouse atm) I just can't justify spending that much. $150 would be a good price :p
He keeps his rifle in his back, fair enough, but it says his 'backside'. It just doesn't sound right
The photo shows the weapon is stored in his back. In regards to the term "backside" being used, I do believe Kup was spot on when he statedQuote:
Originally Posted by LordCyrusOmega
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Originally Posted by kup
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Originally Posted by kup
Exactly what I was thinking, I reckon you're both dead-right on that one. :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by canofwhoopass_87
Mind you, it doesn't bother me too much seems I'm not ponying-up the dough on something that isn't worth it. ;)
I like the look of this Prime, in better proportions.
But how much of it is Die-cast/Plastic?
But I still love my MP Prime - Hasbro + Takara versions
I don't mind having a Prime bigger than the other Masterpieces.