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24th December 2014, 01:54 PM
kaiden

thanks for the translation Gok.

also *resurrected*
24th December 2014, 01:57 PM
Trent

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime

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 wonderous 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 ressurected 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.

What is a "Stampbot":confused:

And wouldn't Cyclonus be more accuratley described as his Nemesis instead of enemy? Technically all Decepticons are his enemy.

But great job! :)
24th December 2014, 04:44 PM
drifand

Not worried about the matrix, but about whether he was worthy , Optimus did said " nor was I ". :)

I think Magnus is good enough. Will see him next year I guess.
24th December 2014, 09:01 PM
Blastwave

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

Not worried about the matrix, but about whether he was worthy , Optimus did said " nor was I ". :)

I think Magnus is good enough. Will see him next year I guess.

Prime never felt he was worthy but he was chosen, Magnus was neither worthy or chosen. :)
24th December 2014, 09:48 PM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blastwave

Prime never felt he was worthy but he was chosen, Magnus was neither worthy or chosen. :)

Pretty sure he was chosen by Prime. :)

Not arguing that he was not able to open the matrix.
24th December 2014, 10:36 PM
FruitBuyer

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

Pretty sure he was chosen by Prime. :)

That's completely irrelevant, it's who the Matrix chooses not Prime.
24th December 2014, 10:43 PM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by FruitBuyer

That's completely irrelevant, it's who the Matrix chooses not Prime.

Well it kinds of contradicts, because prime is wise and has been with the matrix, and he chooses who to take the leadership. So technically you be saying prime has poor judgement. As he chose Magnus to lead and hold the matrix it is relevant as he did not expect hot rod to lead.

You cannot say Magnus was not at all worthy or he wouldn't be carrying it for the autobots regardless the matrix chooses to open.

Arguably, it was just not the darkest hour. :)

I am not going into this debate. Yes he can't open the matrix, I will stop there.
24th December 2014, 10:50 PM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

Well it kinds of contradicts, because prime is wise and has been with the matrix, and he chooses who to take the leadership. So technically you be saying prime has poor judgement. As he chose Magnus to lead and hold the matrix it is relevant as he did not expect hot rod to lead.

You cannot say Magnus was not at all worthy or he wouldn't be carrying it for the autobots regardless the matrix chooses to open.

Arguably, it was just not the darkest hour. :)

I am not going into this debate. Yes he can't open the matrix, I will stop there.

If it going to the technical base then I say it out now, if he is totally not worthy why even bother to make the toy to fit the matrix.

Not debating whether a matrix is included or not. Just pointing out he was worth carrying it.
25th December 2014, 12:15 AM
Ode to a Grasshopper

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime

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 wonderous 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 ressurected 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.

"Wondrous".
25th December 2014, 06:34 PM
doublespy

I caved and watched a video review on Magnus. I'm in love...:p

Kobayashi has certainly kept the overall design style in line with what Hasui had created, and added into his signature engineering ingenuity without over-complicating the transformation. The little twists and turns on the shoulders are a really nice touch.

This figure swept away all my doubts about Kobayashi taking over the MP line again. Look forward to what he has to offer in the future.
26th December 2014, 08:27 AM
dirge

My HLJ preorder has processed. He's coming!
26th December 2014, 09:55 AM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirge

My HLJ preorder has processed. He's coming!

As guesstimate it comes under $200 delivered. :)
26th December 2014, 11:34 AM
BigTransformerTrev

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirge

My HLJ preorder has processed. He's coming!

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

As guesstimate it comes under $200 delivered. :)

I'm getting Magnus along with Leader Jetfire, the Gigantic Scorponok figure and a Super Sonico all delivered from HLJ for about $140 shipping so guessing Magnus on his own should not cost a bit but not too much.
26th December 2014, 12:28 PM
Sinnertwin

EMS is $40 to Sydney. Total $194.
26th December 2014, 12:50 PM
BigTransformerTrev

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sinnertwin

EMS is $40 to Sydney. Total $194.

Hmmmm, wonder if that's standard to Australia or less due to it being a capital city. Wondering if $40 of my $140 is solely for Magnus or it's different due to getting multiple items shipped and/or that I live in the middle off butt-f**k nowhere :confused:
26th December 2014, 03:26 PM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigTransformerTrev

Hmmmm, wonder if that's standard to Australia or less due to it being a capital city. Wondering if $40 of my $140 is solely for Magnus or it's different due to getting multiple items shipped and/or that I live in the middle off butt-f**k nowhere :confused:

Sal was like $25 ems about $38 I think
Nippon yasan was $160 delivered!
26th December 2014, 05:43 PM
Krayt

Robot kingdom shipped mine on the 24th, email only just came though
26th December 2014, 05:57 PM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by Krayt

Robot kingdom shipped mine on the 24th, email only just came though

The sad news is that Even if it touches Australia , nobody is around to allocate, and it will be a pile up, expect it next year. If it's express maybe next week. :)
26th December 2014, 06:02 PM
MayzaPrime

Just got my shipping notice from RK :D
26th December 2014, 06:13 PM
GoktimusPrime

"This order is being processed for shipping." :D

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trent

What is a "Stampbot":confused:

;)
http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img241.auc...gx2bw19713.jpg
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-d...g_1?1237567503
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-d...g_2?1237567503

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trent

And wouldn't Cyclonus be more accuratley described as his Nemesis instead of enemy? Technically all Decepticons are his enemy.

re:「敵であるサイクロナスにも」
The word 敵 ('teki') means "enemy." There isn't actually a word for "nemesis," as it's the name of a Greek Goddess (Νέμεσις) which has come to be synonymous with 'arch-enemy' in English. Japanese translations for "archenemy" include:
大敵 ('taiteki' lit. "great enemy")
勁敵 ('keiteki' lit. "powerful enemy")
強敵 ('kyouteki' lit. "strong enemy")
勍敵 ('keiteki' lit. "mighty enemy")
The Japanese word for "Nemesis" is ネメシス ('nemeshisu', but that refers to the Goddess and isn't synonymous with 'archenemy' in Japanese.

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

Pretty sure he was chosen by Prime. :)

Not arguing that he was not able to open the matrix.

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

Well it kinds of contradicts, because prime is wise and has been with the matrix, and he chooses who to take the leadership. So technically you be saying prime has poor judgement. As he chose Magnus to lead and hold the matrix it is relevant as he did not expect hot rod to lead.

You cannot say Magnus was not at all worthy or he wouldn't be carrying it for the autobots regardless the matrix chooses to open.

Arguably, it was just not the darkest hour. :)

I am not going into this debate. Yes he can't open the matrix, I will stop there.

:eek: You know, I didn't write the bio, I only translated it. I don't mind people picking me up on typos or asking questions about the translation itself - that's fine - but I have NO control or influence over what the original bio actually says. :rolleyes:
26th December 2014, 06:28 PM
Krayt

Quote:

Originally Posted by drifand

The sad news is that Even if it touches Australia , nobody is around to allocate, and it will be a pile up, expect it next year. If it's express maybe next week. :)

Nope.... Auspost is back at work today, only the POs and posties are off... Bulk logistics are back at full speed
26th December 2014, 06:31 PM
Juggernaut

Wooooooo mine is on its way!
26th December 2014, 06:42 PM
Trent

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime

;)
http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img241.auc...gx2bw19713.jpg
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-d...g_1?1237567503
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-d...g_2?1237567503

Ah, ok. Thanks :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime

re:「敵であるサイクロナスにも」
The word 敵 ('teki') means "enemy." There isn't actually a word for "nemesis," as it's the name of a Greek Goddess (Νέμεσις) which has come to be synonymous with 'arch-enemy' in English. Japanese translations for "archenemy" include:
大敵 ('taiteki' lit. "great enemy")
勁敵 ('keiteki' lit. "powerful enemy")
強敵 ('kyouteki' lit. "strong enemy")
勍敵 ('keiteki' lit. "mighty enemy")
The Japanese word for "Nemesis" is ネメシス ('nemeshisu', but that refers to the Goddess and isn't synonymous with 'archenemy' in Japanese.

Fair enough :)
26th December 2014, 08:04 PM
drifand

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoktimusPrime

"This order is being processed for shipping." :D

;)
http://auctions.c.yimg.jp/img241.auc...gx2bw19713.jpg
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-d...g_1?1237567503
http://blogs.c.yimg.jp/res/blog-55-d...g_2?1237567503

re:「敵であるサイクロナスにも」
The word 敵 ('teki') means "enemy." There isn't actually a word for "nemesis," as it's the name of a Greek Goddess (Νέμεσις) which has come to be synonymous with 'arch-enemy' in English. Japanese translations for "archenemy" include:
大敵 ('taiteki' lit. "great enemy")
勁敵 ('keiteki' lit. "powerful enemy")
強敵 ('kyouteki' lit. "strong enemy")
勍敵 ('keiteki' lit. "mighty enemy")
The Japanese word for "Nemesis" is ネメシス ('nemeshisu', but that refers to the Goddess and isn't synonymous with 'archenemy' in Japanese.

:eek: You know, I didn't write the bio, I only translated it. I don't mind people picking me up on typos or asking questions about the translation itself - that's fine - but I have NO control or influence over what the original bio actually says. :rolleyes:

No, I am not picking on anything at all. It will be a whole fanatic debate.
Let's just leave it and enjoy the toy.
26th December 2014, 08:48 PM
Trent

Shipping notice!!!!!!!!!

Huzzah!
26th December 2014, 09:21 PM
koolkollectibleskhai

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!
26th December 2014, 10:33 PM
k.wong23

Quote:

Originally Posted by koolkollectibleskhai

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

That's an awesome clip! people be warned it shows transformation :p
26th December 2014, 10:46 PM
drifand

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/det...05770&page=top

For those who still want it cheap.
26th December 2014, 11:51 PM
Penetrator

Quote:

Originally Posted by koolkollectibleskhai

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

reminds me of the early diaclone commercials... go takara!

and looks like I wont need to read the instructions on how to transform magnus now thanks to that vid...

bit of a spoiler really... but o wel...
27th December 2014, 12:03 AM
Megatran

Anime Export is closed for Japanese holidays & wont be open for business til 4th January. :( Yet HLJ is shipping orders. :rolleyes:
27th December 2014, 01:27 AM
GoktimusPrime

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megatran

Anime Export is closed for Japanese holidays & wont be open for business til 4th January. :( Yet HLJ is shipping orders. :rolleyes:

That's because there's no public holidays in December except for the 23rd which was the Emperor's Birthday. There are no public hols for Xmas. The only public holiday for New Year's is 1/1, then on 12/1 for Coming of Age Day. So it seems that HLJ are still running as usual on all days that aren't national holidays, whereas Anime Export may have decided to give themselves an extended holiday, but that's not unusual either. Several companies in Japan elect to give themselves a 年末年始休業 ("year-end/new year's break"). TakaraTOMY's closed from tomorrow and doesn't re-open until 5/1. :o
27th December 2014, 03:32 PM
DELTAprime

I paid for my Private Warehouse to ship from HLJ on Thursday with Magnus, still has not been shipped. Normally they ship same day.
27th December 2014, 03:43 PM
CoRDS

after having my tfi pre order cancelled i ordered from chimungmung at noon. at 1 i got my shipping notice from tony :)
27th December 2014, 06:31 PM
theshape

Just got my shipping notice from nippon.

That MP video is EPIC. I dare anyone who doesnt collect MPs to watch that and resist them :D
27th December 2014, 08:48 PM
Dinkydarth

Paid for my HLJ shipping yesterday, shipped today. Can't wait!
27th December 2014, 09:54 PM
GoktimusPrime

Official MP web site has been updated to include MP22.
http://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/toy/search/masterpiece/
http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products...-mp803201.html
Product name: Masterpiece MP-22 Ultra Magnus
RRP: 18000JPY (approx. $185)
Release date: December, 2014
Age range: 15 and Up
Packaging size (mm): 300(W)�350(H)�140(D)
27th December 2014, 09:57 PM
k.wong23

HLJ shipping dispatch at 5 pm today with bumblebee :D
27th December 2014, 10:01 PM
Paulbot

Quote:

Originally Posted by koolkollectibleskhai

Check out the video of the year by Takara!!

http://youtu.be/FNdlNiLxFGI

They should make all MP commercials like this for every release!! AMAZING STUFF!!!

Just like in the G1 cartoon, Convoy's trailer appears from nowhere when he turns into truck mode. Nice touch. ;)
28th December 2014, 03:03 AM
The_Damned

Spoiler

dont watch if you dont want to see him tranform

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNdlNiLxFGI
28th December 2014, 07:13 AM
janda the red

Quote:

Originally Posted by theshape

That MP video is EPIC. I dare anyone who doesnt collect MPs to watch that and resist them :D

I watched it because of this comment....

They certainly nailed that video man! :D

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