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BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

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BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby El Duque » Wed Jan 23, 2013 2:06 pm

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MP-17 MASTERPIECE PROWL
This new Masterpiece Transformer has just been listed at $79.99. Please Note: The pricing on this item is subject to change while we verify final costs with suppliers.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MP-18 MASTERPIECE SMOKESCREEN
This new Masterpiece Transformer has just been listed at $79.99. Please Note: The pricing on this item is subject to change while we verify final costs with suppliers.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW TAKARA TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS, EG FIGURES
We have just listed new pre-orders for the Japanese versions of a number of new Transformers Beast Hunters figures, as well as a new EG line comprising both Legends and Cyberverse figures. The Beast Hunters line includes Voyagers of Hunter Optimus Prime, Dragotron and Hunter Shockwave, and each is priced at $49.99; it also has Deluxes of Hunter Bumblebee, Hunter Bulkhead, Hunter Wheeljack, Hunter Starscream, Hunter Soundwave and Hunter Smokescreen, and each of these is listed at $29.99. The EG line appears to include Legends of EG01 Optimus Prime, EG02 Bumblebee, EG03 Prowl, EG05 Hound, EG06 Tank Megatron and EG07 Starscream, as well as EG04 Smokescreen and EG08 Airachnid, both of which seem to be the newest Cyberverse versions, and each of these figures is priced at $10.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=9217


MP-12T MASTERPIECE TIGERTRACK EXCLUSIVE
This upcoming release will be a yellow redeco of the MP-12 Masterpiece Lambor/Sideswipe, just like the original version was a recolor of the original Sideswipe. We have him listed at $99.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS VOYAGER SERIES 02 - CASE, SET, SINGLE
Another wave of Beast Hunter Voyagers has been announced. This Case assortment includes two of the new Hunter Shockwave and one each of Hunter Optimus prime and Predaking, and is listed at $89.99. We also have the Set of the three figures listed, priced at $67.99, and singles of the Hunter Shockwave listed at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=9091


TRANSFORMERS BOT SHOTS 2013 FIVE-PACKS SERIES 01 - CASE, SET
Hasbro also has a new assortment of Bot Shots on the way. This Case includes two each of the Stunticons and Autobot Arctic Force Five-Packs, and is listed at $79.99. The Set of one each of the two new Five-Packs is listed at $44.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... 0Five-Pack


STAR WARS 2013 12" FIGURE SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
The new assortment of 12" figures includes Anakin Skywalker and a Clone Trooper, each from Episode II. They are listed singly at $13.99 each, or as a Set for $24.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=9220


GI JOE: RETALIATION SHOWDWON SET SERIES 02 - CASE, SET, SINGLES
A second wave of box sets has been listed from the upcoming "GI Joe: Retaliation" movie. The second case assortment includes one each of the original Ninja Dojo Battle and Ninja Showdown sets as well as one each of the new Cobra Invasion Team and Tactical Ninja Team sets, and is listed at $79.99. We also have the set of the two new box sets (Cobra Invasion Team and Tactical Ninja Team) priced at $44.99, and singles of the new sets at $27.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8612


NEW DIAMOND SELECT LISTINGS
Diamond has a variety of new Minimates coming out, as well as some other items of note. Marvel Minimates Wave 50 and 51 are on the way; the former includes the fans choice figures like Songbird, Onslaught and the Barons Zemo, while the latter includes figures from the Marvel NOW titles, such as the new Nova, Shanna the She-Devil, Sauron and Maria hill. Each of these sets is listed at $34.99, $5 off the MSRP. We also have the Walking Dead Minimates Series 03 with Riot Gear Rick, Hershel, Tyreese and more, and the new Star Trek Legacy Minimates Series 01 with pairs from four different eras of the classic franchise, and each of these two sets of 8 is listed at $34.99 as well, saving you $5 each off the MSRP. In addition to all of these, we have a 18" cutaway model of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 complete with metal base, and it is listed at $139.99, $35 off of the MSRP. We also have a new Lady Death II statue under the Femme Fatales line, which is listed at $39.99 ($5 off the MSRP) and a Minimates Carry Case 3 with exclusive silver Minimate, and it is listed at $17.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=11731


EAGLEMOSS NEW OFFERINGS
The Batman Automobilia line continues with #007 Batmobile from Batman #575 and #008 Batmobile from Batman: The Animated Series; each is listed at $19.99 and comes with a magazine as well as a Batmobile in a display case. We also have the last two Marvel Magazine and Figure pieces; #199 Deathbird and #200 Hela are each priced at $14.99. Finally, the last piece in the Batman sub-line of the DC Chess Figure collection is the Question White Pawn, which is listed at $15.99 and comes with a free Superman White king, the first piece in the upcoming Justice League Chess Collection.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=11745


STAR WARS DARTH MALGUS 1/6 SCALE MINI BUST
The first release this month from Gentle Giant is Darth Malgus, the master of the Dark Side from the Old Republic MMORPG. He is depicted here with both of his lightsabers at the ready, and is listed at $71.99, $8 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


12" BOSSK FIGURE
Gentle Giant has also announced a new 12" Kenner replica - Bossk. This reptilian bounty hunter has had his mythology added to by the Clone Wars series, and now you can own this figure yourself. We have it listed at $71.99, $8 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW HEROCLIX - "MAN OF STEEL", BIOSHOCK INFINITE
In addition to last week's announcement of the Iron Man 3 Heroclix, this week brings us new offerings from "Man of Steel" and Bioshock Infinite. The new Superman movie "Man of Steel" brings with it a new Starter Set at $22.99, a new Gravity Feed Box of 24 Figures for $66.99 and a new Mini-Game at $13.99, while the Bioshock releases will be a Gravity Feed Box of 24 Figures for $66.99 and a new Starter Set at $22.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... h=Heroclix


"PROMETHEUS" FIGURE SERIES 02 SET
The second assortment of "Prometheus" figures from NECA includes David and Deacon, along with accessories like a dissected Engineer head. We have them listed as a Set of 2, priced at $34.99 ($5 off the MSRP).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


FEBRUARY TRADE PAPERBACK, BOOK OFFERINGS
A number of new books and trade paperbacks are up for pre-order. These include the Star Trek: How To Speak Klingon Hardcover, the Absolute Superman / Batman Hardcover Volume 01, a number of new Star Wars, Transformers and GI Joe books, and even four new Doctor Who trade paperbacks. Check out the list at the link for all of the new offerings.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=11794


NFL SPORTSPICKS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS CHAMPIONSHIP THREE-PACK
This new set from McFarlane Toys includes Buster Posey, Pablo Sandoval and Marco Scutaro, along with an in-scale Commissioner's Trophy. This set is listed at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


THE HOBBIT - FIGURES, ACCESSORIES, STATUES, MORE
WETA has announced a number of new items from the Hobbit movie. We have 1/6 Scale polystone figures of Balin and Dwalin at $229.99 and $248.99 respectively, as well as Knives of Fili and Nori at $124.99 per set. Three new stone pendants - the Mark of Gandalf, the Ring of Galadriel and the Seal of Thorin - are available at $39.99 each. Finally, the Riddles in the Dark Art Print measures 23.2" x 11.7" and is listed at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... A%20Hobbit


THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING DIORAMA SET 2
This second part of the Fellowship diorama includes Gimli, Boromir, Merry and Pippin. It stands 5.1" tall to the top of Boromir and 7.9" long, and is listed at $198.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MASTER OF THE UNIVERSE POP! VINYL FIGURES
Funko has five figures on the way in the first assortment of the new POP! MOTU collection. These includes He-Man, She-Ra, Skeletor, Hordak and Spikor, and they are listed at $10.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... OP!%20MOTU


"GREMLINS 2" GRETA THE FEMALE GREMLIN STUNT PUPPET
This new 1:1 scale replica of Greta from "Gremlins 2" stands almost 30" tall and includes a metal display stand along with her outfit and wig. This figure is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide and is listed at $239.99, $60 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


LOST IN SPACE 40TH ANNIVERSARY LASER PISTOL REPLICA WITH PLAQUE SIGNED BY BILL MUMY
This new full-size replica of the pistols used on the original series includes lights and sound effects taken from the show. It also comes with a plaque signed by Bill Mumy from the show, and a custom display stand as well. This fantastic collectible is listed at $899.99, $100 off of the MSRP for the piece.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ZOIDS 1/72 SCALE LIGER ZERO PANZER
Kotobukiya has announced a new version of the Liger Zero. The 1/72 scale HMMK Liger Zero Panzer Version includes a set of green armor and extra weapons to go with the Liger Zero Kit, and is listed at $109.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


U.F.O. BUSTER GUN & BACK PANEL SET, JETWING OF DARKNESS SET
These new add-on sets go with a number of different movie Optimus Primes and can update him with weapons and more. The Buster Guns Sets add weapons that transform into gas tanks, as well as a new back panel, which in turn is required to add the Jetwings sets in either color. The Buster Guns sets come in four colors and are listed at $27.99 - $36.99 each, and the Jetwings Sets are listed at $59.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... search=UFO


DISNEY/PIXAR MINI MYSTERY FIGURE - CASE, SINGLE
This Funko release includes Mickey, Winnie the Pooh, Tinkerbell, Sully, Mike and more done as 2.5" mini figures. Each figure comes with one of three different faces (each of which has a different rarity level). We have them listed as a Case of 24 at $119.99 ($30 off the MSRP), and also as random singles, priced at $5.99 each. Note that due to rarity levels and random pack, each case may not include all figure/face combos.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... %20Mystery


TOMB OF DRACULA 16" STATUE
This new Bowen Statue shows Marvel's 70's version of Dracula reaching for someone. His fangs are bared and his cape is blowing in the wind. The statue stands 16" tall and is listed at $274.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ANGELUS 21" FAUX BRONZE STATUE
The personification of good in the Top Cow universe is getting a new faux bronze version of her original statue. This one stands 21" tall and is limited to 250 pieces worldwide; we have it listed at $249.99, $50 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


LEONIDAS FAUX BRONZE 1/4 SCALE STATUE
ARH Studios is doing a new release of their 1/4 scale Leonidas statue. This version is done in faux bronze and is listed at $289.99, $5 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TEAM FORTRESS 2 14" SNIPER STATUE - RED, BLUE
Gaming Heads is releasing a statue of another of the Team Fortress2 characters. This time it is the Sniper, and his 14" statue comes in either red of blue, and is priced at $199.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... s%20Sniper


HALF-LIFE 2 GORDON FREEMAN 20" STATUE
The hero of Half-Life 2 is also getting a statue courtesy of Gaming Heads. This piece measures 20" tall, is limited to 1000 pieces worldwide and is priced at $299.99, saving you $20 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


IRON MAN MARK VII IPHONE 5 CASE
Protect your phone with this shell styled after Iron Man's Mark VII Armor. it separates for easy opening and is listed at $54.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW ADVENTURE TEAM FIGURES AND MORE
We have new listings up for a variety of new Adventure time figures, Battle Packs, Plushes and mini figures. These include 5' Finn and Jake with new faces, a 10" Super-Poseable Jake, Deluxe Fan Favorite Plushes in singles or a set. 3" Comic Book Figure Two-Packs and a 2" Deluxe Six-Pack - take a peek at all of these new listings at the link.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... ompany=101


FULL MOON TOYS PUPPET MASTER 1:1 SCALE REPLICAS - DR. DEATH, CYCLOPS
Two more Puppet replicas are on their way from Full Moon Toys. Dr. Death and Cyclops are each listed at $199.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... t%20Master


1/6 SCALE NAVY SEAL TEAM FIGURES - TEAM VI, RECON TEAM LEADER
Two more 1/6 scale Navy SEAL figures are on their way. The Team Six figure includes a familiar head sculpt and each of the two figures comes loaded with weapons and accessories. We have the Team VI figure at $119.99 and the Recon Team Leader at $124.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... eal%20Team


NEW TONNER DOLLS - CITY GIRLS, MAUDLYNNE MACABRE
Tonner has started a new line of 15.75" dolls with larger expressive heads. The original lineup includes the Basic Houston Doll at $33.99 ($6 off the MSRP), the Dressed Astor and Billy Dolls at $41.99 each ($8 off the MSRP for each), and the Deluxe Dressed Astor Doll at $49.99 ($10 off the MSRP). They also have announced a new 15.25" Maudlynne Macabre doll, with Goth clothing and more, and she is listed at $41.99 ($8 off the MSRP).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rch=Tonner




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NEW ARRIVALS
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PERSEUS SIX FIGURE BOXED SET WITH BONUS PARTS
This Asian exclusive is now available in the U.S. exclusively by BBTS. It contains red and white Shattered Glass deco-styled recolors of the Hercules set, and also a newly-colored redeco of the Rage of Hercules add-on set to go with Perseus. This fantastic boxed set is listed at $549.99, saving you $100 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ARKHAM CITY PLAY ARTS KAI SERIES 01 - BATMAN, CATWOMAN
These two figures are the beginning of a new line based on the hit video game. Each is displayed in their costume from the game, and each comes with accessories, like multiple hands, a batarang or whip and more. We have each of these figures listed at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... eries%2001


TRANFORMERS PRIME ARMS MICRON - AM-24 BREAKDOWN SILAS, AM-26 SMOKESCREEN
We now have two more import Transformers Prime figures in stock. The Silas version of breakdown is listed at $64.99, and Smokescreen is listed at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... 098&page=2


BATMAN AUTOMOBILIA COLLECTION - #001 "BATMAN" 1/43 SCALE BATMOBILE
Eaglemoss' new Automobilia Collection pairs 1/43 scale Batmobiles from various movies, tv shows and comic books with a magazine giving details and more, and also adds a clear display case for your Batmobile, complete with lenticular background. The first release is the Batmobile from the 1989 movie "Batman", and is listed at $19.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


GI JOE 2012 SUBSCRIPTION - QUARREL, NANO B.A.T.
The next figures in the Subscription assortment have arrived at our warehouse. Quarrel is listed at $44.99, while the Nano B.A.T. is listed at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... bscription


CAPBOTS - SET, SINGLES
Takara has released a new style of Transformers. The Capbots change from a (solid) baseball-cap toy into a robot, and we have Captimus Prime and Capticon at $25.99 each, with the set listed at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ch=Capbots


HANNA BARBERA HISTORY COLLECTION - 3.75" FIGURE SERIES 01, TUNDRO
X-Plus USA's first assortment in the new Hanna Barbera History Collection of classic cartoon characters includes Scooby Doo, Fred Flintstone, Dick Dastardly and Zandor of the Herculoids. These figures are listed at $14.99 each. We also have the first of the Herculoids dinosaur friends, Tundro; he is in scale with Zandor and is listed at $37.99, $2 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... Collection


BIOSHOCK INFINITE FIGURE SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLE
The first assortment of Bioshock Infinite figures from NECA has arrived. We have Elizabeth and the Boys of Silence figure available as a set for $34.99, $5 off the MSRP. We also have singles of the Boys of Silence figure available, priced at $18.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... e%20Series


"THE EXPENDABLES 2" FIGURE SERIES 01 - CASE, SET
NECA also brings us the first assortment of "The Expendables 2" figures this week. The Series 01 Case assortment includes two each of Barney Ross, Barney Ross with Beret, Hale Caesar and Gunnar Jensen and is listed at $114.99, $30 off the MSRP. We also have them figures available as a Set of 4 (one of each), and this set is listed at $65.99, $6 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... 2%20figure


THE NEW 52 - JUSTICE LEAGUE GREEN ARROW ACTION FIGURE
The latest member of the Justice League from the DC Comics New 52 is Green Arrow. He includes his bow and a quiver of arrows and is listed at $20.99, $2 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MAKETOYS BATTLE TANKER REDECOES - SHATTERED GLASS BATTLE SENTINEL
The first shipment of this add-on set has arrived. The Shattered Glass Battle Sentinel transforms into armor or a battle base, and works with the Shattered Glass Optimus Prime from Botcon 2012, along with all of his mold-mates. This set is listed at $139.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE CLASSICS NETOSSA
Another Princess of Power figure has been released in the MOTU Classics line, and we have been able to get some for the benefit of our international and other customers. She comes with her net cape and a shield, and is listed at $39.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


DC CLUB INFINITE EARTHS BLUE LANTERN SAINT WALKER
We also have a small quantity of the latest DC Club Infinite Earths release. Saint Walker, the first Blue Lantern of Hope, comes with his blue lantern accessory and is listed at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BEAST SAGA - NEW ITEMS
More Beast Saga items have arrived. We now have the Beast Fight Collection BS33 Pafamu, BS34 Serasu and BS32 Oruga in stock, priced at $7.99 each. We also have the Beast Sofubi Collection BS29 Raioga, BS30 Killer Shark and BS31 Captain Eagle, and they are listed at $11.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... aga&page=2


MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE WACKY WOBBLERS
Funko has released their first wave of Wacky Wobblers from the MOTU line. This assortment includes He-Man, Beast Man, Skeletor and Orko, and they are available at $12.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... 20Wobblers
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby mooncake623 » Wed Jan 23, 2013 2:11 pm

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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby Blackstreak » Wed Jan 23, 2013 4:16 pm

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If the MP Prowl and Smokescreen is true, they have to do a Bluestreak. And I have to get that one! :DANCE:
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby megatronus » Wed Jan 23, 2013 9:29 pm

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Tiger Tracks, Prowl, & Smokescreen ordered in duplicate (hey, you never know). =P~

Anyone know the likelihood that the cars (including Sideswipe & Red Alert) are making it to the States as cheaper TRU exclusives or the like?
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby PrymeStriker » Thu Jan 24, 2013 12:25 am

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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby frogbat » Thu Jan 24, 2013 12:30 pm

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mmm i have a feeling takara have hit on a new revenue stream for themselves with the new mp scale. The toys are smaller.. cheaper to make, simpler to engineer and probably have higher profit margins (idle speculation on my part of course)

besides the most iconic characters i was hoping they'd reserve the masterclass series for characters who never got a serviceable homage or had **** toys in the original run.

megatron and rodimus prime were great examples where iconic characters never had decent toys. i'm happy with the classics homages most of the time - though i'd like to see a voyager or updated seeker collection, the autobot cars are very good and don't have the urge to spend so much on these (maybe cos i was more interested in planes as a kid)

galvatron... ultra magnus... shockwave...

in fact i'm getting more and more tempted by 3rd party projects.. broadside and chromedome for example are more interesting for me than prowl or smokescreen who have had alternators and classics versions of them already
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby PrymeStriker » Thu Jan 24, 2013 12:32 pm

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frogbat wrote:megatron and rodimus prime were great examples where iconic characters never had decent toys.


Maybe I can help. Do these count as decent toys to you?

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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby frogbat » Thu Jan 24, 2013 12:48 pm

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PrymeStriker wrote:
frogbat wrote:megatron and rodimus prime were great examples where iconic characters never had decent toys.


Maybe I can help. Do these count as decent toys to you?


sorry if I wasn't clear, I used those 2 as an example to illustrate my point that the MP line should be used for those characters, like Megatron and Rodimus prime who never had a decent toy or homage before. The original toys were amongst the suckiest, and i was not impressed by classics megatron. Classics hot rod i like a lot but he isn't rodimus prime.

On a side note, to prove that these 2 were amongst the hardest characters to make a good toy out of (which was mainly due to the animation character designers taking too many liberties when compared to their original toys), the megatron and rodimus mp figures are perhaps those with the most issues thus far.
My personal prime collection so far in descending order of how great i reckon the toy is -
FE Prime, Silas Breakdown (Powerizer), Dreadwing (Powerizer), FE Bulkhead, Voyager StarScream (Powerizer), Ratchet, Soundwave, Arcee, Voyager Megatron (Powerizer), Wheeljack, Thundertron (Powerizer), Ultra Magnus (Powerizer), Knockout, Cliffjumper, Bumblebee,Airachnid
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: MP-17 Prowl, MP-18 Smokescreen, TF Prime Beast Hunters, MP-12T, Star Wars, GI Joe

Postby First-Aid » Thu Jan 24, 2013 9:29 pm

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As much as I am looking forward to these MPs, I am sorely disappointed in the choices. I was actually just wondering to myself the other day who they would do next when I noticed an underlying theme. With the exception of Grimlock, Rod Prime, and Megatron, all of the MP molds are of characters that could be quickly and easily REPAINTED into other characters. Prime/Convoy got tons of repaints even though there were really no other characters (other than Magnus sans armor) who looked like him. Starscream, well we all saw those coming. Sideswipe/Red Alert/Trailcutter...another easy repaint. Soundwave/SOundblaster. Now Prowl/Bluestreak/Smokescreen. Sometimes I have to wonder if we as TransFans are just too easily satisfied with these characters. I just don't see Magnus, Galvatron, or any of the other "unique mold" characters being done. I fully expect he next MP to be Bumblebee/CLiffjumper/Hubcap or something along those lines. It is saddening. The line could be used to pay homage to some of the figures that really didn't get good toy representation because of the technology of the day. Instead we get repaint after repaint.
It finally happened. The Chicago Cubs won the World Series. Yes, I cried.

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TF-fan kev777 wrote:
First-Aid wrote:Okay, did anyone else notice that we all get a wonderful shot of Starscreams crotch anytime he sits in that throne? That's unnerving. Couldn't they have put n extra flap in there? It's....weird.


Its kind of like Basic Instinct, but not in a good way...


Goddammit, now I can't unsee it.
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