Classics/Universe canon

[STL]

I like fiction as much as the next bloke here but really, I don't think Hasbro even give a rat's @$$ about the fiction. These are homages to pre-existing characters. It's as simple as that and the fiction is purely secondary. Treat them as you will, really. No one's right, no one's wrong and Hasbro don't even give a crap. Applying hypothesis01 means jack all no matter what fiction your trying to tenuously stick it onto.

The artists use the molds in their work b/c they like them. To them, as to us, they're awesome representations of classic characters.

[roller]

you seem to be right STL

but still

its stupid, 2 lines called Universe and they are both officially not related.

I shall not cease to object to this stupidity

[i_amtrunks]

I like fiction as much as the next bloke here but really, I don't think Hasbro even give a rat's @$$ about the fiction.

I think you are spot on there STL.

The only fiction they pretend to care about is when there is a show going on that will help sell the toys. Since Universe has no show the fiction is in Hasbro's eyes unnecessary.

[GoktimusPrime]

Meanwhile in Japan, Henkei toys are packaged with comic books and Binaltech with text stories. \\（´∀｀）//

[jaydisc]

I was just browsing SDCC pics over at tformers.com and noticed that there is a sub-series labeled on the packaging of each Universe Toy. Here are the ones I was able to make out:

Classic Series
Nemesis Prime (SDCC Exclusive)
Stormcloud (Powerglide repaint)
Blades
Sunstreaker
Blaster

G1 Series
Optimus Prime (25th anniversary)
Roadbuster (2-pack)
Dirge (2-pack)

Armada Series
Mini-Con 12 pack

War Within Series
Ratbat (2-pack)
Springer (2-pack)