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To be fair, over-the-top size spoiler warnings are not new here, there are many examples of them on this forum. And personally, I think it fills part of the screen enough without "accidentally" reading whatever spoilers are below the huge texts as eyes tend to wander unintentionally.Quote:
Originally Posted by xlojnr
I think only now that the issue of spoilers might be having an affect on people has been brought up, some people might be taking the huge texts the wrong way...
Seconded.....and we get to play with G1 autobots this year that actually LOOK like the cartoon characters and box art!!!!! WoohoooooooQuote:
Originally Posted by drifand
Sorry if it looked like it was aimed just at you. My note was a general notice (spaced away from my reply to your post), to anyone who might want to go to the other extreme (like the over-sized writing). It just wasn't necessary to make an example of anyone or chase after people as it hadn't escalated yet.Quote:
Originally Posted by kaiden
Some people might be genuine and sincere with spoiler warnings. But others might be having some harmless fun or doing it intentionally to make a point... and those can be interpreted as being patronising to those people who came to me with a legitimate query.
Just keep doing things the way it used to be, was the result of the poll, so there shouldn't be any need to change behaviour, particularly to the other extreme if there wasn't a demand for it.
Hmm.. I have planned to display this guy on the back due to its size, Starsaber might be a bit challenging when the time comes. I might have to start displaying alt mode for some.
Overall I am pretty pleased with TT development on the mp line.
I can see they are trying their best not to make their figures unaffordable unlike some manufactures who will charge you an arm and leg.
Can't wait to hear what is the confirmation of the next mp.
The latest rumour is a new Megatron based on some background artwork they've used on Legends Bombshell's instructions.Quote:
Originally Posted by drifand
http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transf...-2015-a-5.html
From post #43
Already been debunked
http://www.seibertron.com/energonpub...d3a2b#p1631821
It appears to be a background image that they've previously used
i'm looking forward to the next rumour regarding Megatron. They're becoming much better as they progress
I'd like to see a Galvatron soon too.
Magnus looks better all the time. can't wait.
Has anyone else been getting a 403 error when trying to access TakaraTOMY's online survey site? :confused: I'm mighty tempted to give them a call if others have having issues with this.Quote:
Originally Posted by Robzy
Yup error.Quote:
Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime
I think it be easy for them to do the masterpiece insecticons the scaled megaton seems to be just a hope, would be happier with galvetron at this point.
Hell yeah. I want to get in on some of this toy action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoiFBqKbGuIQuote:
Originally Posted by Robzy
okay, cool.Quote:
Originally Posted by griffin
just to be clear to anyone, my original spoilers were genuine, the super spoiler about the coin which was at the end of the post was a joke.
Looks amazing.
I hadn't been keeping up with news on this release to be honest, and it blows me away that he isn't a retool of MP-10.
yeah those are the complete transformation spoiler pics we mentioned earlier.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dinkydarth
Thank god it wasn't. I be so not buying it.Quote:
Originally Posted by davieanix
Here is MP Ultra Magnus' bio. Note that this is not a translation of TakaraTOMY MP22's bio. The original bio is based on the Japanese version of G1 Ultra Magnus, and makes explicit references to events that only occurred in Japanese G1 continuity (e.g. Scramble City). I discussed it with Hasbro, and they agreed with my proposal to simply write up a whole new bio based on the Anglophone version of the character. I used Ultra Magnus' original 1986 tech specs and Marvel TFU profile as the basis for the bio. Hasbro also asked me if I could give Ultra Magnus' weapon a better name, as they weren't fond of TakTOM's "Super Laser Blaster." However, the only reference to the weapon I could find from an English language source was the original instruction booklet, which calls it "laser gun." Consequently I decided to fabricate a new name for the weapon that is also a reference to IDW Ultra Magnus. I pitched this idea at Hasbro, and they approved it. :) For any purists, the name of the weapon is immediately followed by the words "laser gun," and in the contents page I have labelled it as just "laser gun."
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y22...psa6308392.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y22...pscdb3915c.jpg
P.S.: Yes, I've noticed the grammatical error I made with "possess" instead of "possesses." :( The additional space before the 's in "Prime's" didn't come from me though -- I initially wrote it as "Prime's," but the draft that I received (which is what this is grabbed from) was done by Hasbro Hong Kong, who typed it as "Prime 's". Oopsies. :p :o
nice job Gok - those shoulders look solid!
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Originally Posted by Bidoofdude
wow, talk about spoilers, they just give away the major scene from the movie in the toy ad :p
Has anyone received their MP-22 orders yet?
Bumbleb33 has. See the December acquisitions poll.
wow his transformation look is hectic!! going to take me at least 20min first go i reckonQuote:
Originally Posted by Dinkydarth
I take back everything I said earlier about the transformation appearing to be simple. There's actually a lot going on with this guy!
Anyone still waiting with HLJ? pre order has still not requested payment.
Yep still waiting...Quote:
Originally Posted by k.wong23
Magnus is not officially out until the 27th, thats when HLJ will ask for money
Hope our dollar remains high vs jp by then.
Looks fantastic! My only real concern before release was the shoulder hinges being strong enough, but they look like they will perform well. I don't think many would have been expecting waist articulation if you'd tried to figure out the transformation from photos beforehand.
You can see why the butt flap is the way it is as well. I bet they considered folding it in half to decrease the size, but that would have resulted in either a white flap on his back (not cartoon accurate), or if they folded it the other way, probably an unsightly hinge in truck mode, and maybe even a peg on the roof as well to stop it folding down by itself. I think they made the right decision, and those who don't like it can just swing it back anyway.
i cant wait for mine to arrive so i can put it next to DAI stack
I can't make heads or tails of the photos linked, and will still need YouTube to transform it, lol.
Transformation is nice. Can't wait to get this guy. Such an impressive looking figure!
^This. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Zippo
I've still got my MP22 preordered on HLJ plus Hasbro AU has promised me one; I'm expecting both in January. I'm curious to see which one I'll get first. :o
cannot wait for this to be released..... this weekend
i really hope someone releases some new hands for this guy.
This may be a silly question, but does the TakTom MP Ultra Magnus come with a Matrix? He's got the matrix holding hands (as above) and I've seen pictures of him holding a matrix and a matrix holder in his chest, but does he have his own? Or does he have to borrow MP10 Optimus Prime's matrix? :oQuote:
Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime
From what I've read you need to borrow the matrix from your Optimus or Rodimus. (both variants/sizes will fit for Magnus)
Remember, he's not worthy of the Matrix... and can't open it anyway, so doesn't deserve his own. :pQuote:
Originally Posted by Paulbot
Perfect. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by griffin
He is really just a caretaker anyways. 'Just a soldier'
Ultra Magnus does not come with a Matrix. The instructions say that you need use MP10's.
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y22...pscc31102b.jpg
Alright, I just spent most of my morning translating MP22's bio. :o Here is the original Japanese version:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y22...ps0b33012c.jpg
And here is my translation. Enjoy.
Ultra Magnus toured the ravaged areas of Cybertron, as a Stampbot Ultra Magnus marked his army's emblem in his role as an administrative official. A magnificent warrior, Ultra Magnus was assigned to Earth where he took command of the Scramble City project, which saw the completion of the wondrous giant city robot, Metroplex. Afterwards, Optimus Prime appointed Ultra Magnus as the next commander, but for whatever reason, Ultra Magnus was not chosen by the Matrix. Ultra Magnus acted as an interim commander until he handed command over to the one who had been chosen by the Matrix, Rodimus Prime. From then on, Ultra Magnus used his experience to support the young commander. Ultra Magnus was given the authority to command, but he did not feel that he had the ability to do so, acknowledging that he was just a soldier. For this reason, Ultra Magnus was supportive, always around to listen to the complaints of a worried Rodimus Prime. Seeing Rodimus Prime's talents, Ultra Magnus became respectful and loyal towards him. In his later years, Ultra Magnus, along with Metroplex whom he'd constructed, charged himself with defending Earth, which he loved and died for. His body was buried in the Earth's ocean. However, many decades later, a resurrected Optimus Prime used the Matrix to rebuild Ultra Magnus. Returning as Laser Ultra Magnus, he stood against threats from across the galaxy. Ultra Magnus' motto is, "Fairness is victory." Possessing a just and seriously strong will, Ultra Magnus is a heroic warrior who is beyond reproach and is willing to sacrifice himself for others. Respected by his enemy, Cyclonus, and adored by his fellow Autobots. While lacking in humour, Ultra Magnus is a Transformer who abounds in excellence.