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Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:43 pm
by HiddenElephant
The legends look good, and I really like Bombshock.
I don't like the way Arcee was done too terribly much. Too much backpack is the primary issue. Also, points to me for saying Chromia is a remold.
Brainstorm looks really flepin' good, even if he is incredibly simple.
Optimus Prime is....Super Blocky! It makes me laugh a little bit. That, and how simple he is as well. And his vehicle mode is interesting too.
As for the Megatrons, well, Armada is sadly a remold of the IDW(?) and does not appear to come with a minicon, though he sports the pegs for it. Also the mold isn't as proportioned as I'd want with a Megatron, with too-thin legs to support the large mold.
Also, much simple.
All-in-all, some may be unhappy with the more simple transformations. Some may be happier with the blocky-bots. But, I think that if this is handled right, these voyagers and leaders are the right kind of toys to ensure the next generation of fans to support the Transformers.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:44 pm
by Mindmaster
I don't care what anyone says: that
Armada Megatron is absolutely brilliant. Though I wish the cannon was attatched to a joint that could allow for the hip-mounted fusion cannon.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:44 pm
by Madeus Prime
Nemesis Prime looks sweet, been looking for an excuse to buy this figure
Cliffjumper looks a bit Decepticon-y with that purple detailing
Thundercracker is kind of meh, we've got FOC Seekers and that's good enough for me
Windcharger looks really weird, I know the original Tailgate was a repaint, but this is just not doing it for me
Powerglide couldn't look any better unless this was scaled to a deluxe
Bombshell is rounding out the Insecticons, what do you want to bet we'll have a Kickback soon
Arcee = Instant buy
Chromia looks great, but that backpack looks worse then the original mold's
Brainstorm NEEDS a Briefcase!!!
Optimus is...ok? I'm praying that is just a bad photo of the robot and that the Vehicle will feature more paint
Both Megatrons look like crap. I'm sorry, but I was expecting the awesome IDW design and not a brick that makes the G1 version look more fun. (I love the G1 design, but honestly, he look's SOOO brickish)
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:46 pm
by Cyhwuhx
If that Chromia isn't getting an Afterburner redeco, I'll throw stuff out of the pram.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:46 pm
by Primeultimus
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:49 pm
by Noideaforaname
Bombshell is a must-have for me. Hopefully we get a Kickback, too (and even better the other "Deluxe" Insecticons).
And hopefully I can find a Shrapnel.
I wonder if they'll be ditching the partners, given how they haven't shown any for those 4 and how Bombshell and Powerglide lack any ports. That'd suck, but maybe they'll be a bit cheaper. And maybe less prone to unfortunate shelfwarming since 2-packs seem cursed in that regard: PCCs, HA Basics, Data Discs...
Really disappointed with how Armada Megs turned out, and I dunno what's even going on with that Voyager Optimus. Don't suppose that's indicative of what the new design team can do?
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:53 pm
by Darth Jumpy
So does the G1 Megatron have Minicon ports as well? Maybe this means that we will be getting some more Minicons as well, but I sort of wanted one packed into the Armada one.
I will be getting Arcee, since it is finally an official G1 Arcee, but I can't help but think that it would be a bit better if the backpack could fold up a tiny bit more.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 3:56 pm
by Primeultimus
I had several posts removed that were up over a hour before and I was not properly credited.
I need someone from News Staff to contact me. I spent much time and effort making those posts.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:06 pm
by YRQRM0
I was pretty upset with Armada Starscream at how inaccurate he was to the show, but I got used to it. I'm feeling the same way about this Armada Megatron, he's missing a ton of stuff that makes him Armada Megatron imo. But he might grow on me.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:07 pm
by Cyhwuhx
Darth Jumpy wrote:So does the G1 Megatron have Minicon ports as well? Maybe this means that we will be getting some more Minicons as well, but I sort of wanted one packed into the Armada one.
I will be getting Arcee, since it is finally an official G1 Arcee, but I can't help but think that it would be a bit better if the backpack could fold up a tiny bit more.
It seems the official pic is (of course) mistransformed:
http://www.seibertron.com/events/fullsi ... =1&image=8Her 'skirt' seems to be able to fold up somewhat into her backpack proper. A lot better imo.
BotCon 2014 Coverage: Age of Extinction Generations and Platinum Edition
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:08 pm
by Mindmaster
Next group of official images is of
Generations and
Platinum Edition portions of
Age of Extinction! Nothing much on the
Generations front lines, though we do have a look at the oddly Tracks-esque
Hot Shot, a redeco of Crosshairs.
Next up is the
Breakout Scene set (affectionately known to fans and representatives as "Farmageddon"), which features a screen-accurate redeco of
Age of Extinction Evasion Mode Optimus Prime, an odd redeco of
Generations Skids as
Rollbar (who is clearly based on Shane's Chevrolet Sonic RS rally car), and a blue and black redeco of
Dark of the Moon Crankcase, whose deco is evocative of his
Generation One namesake, and seems to be based on one of the vehicles used in Agent Savoy's convoy during the raid on Cade Yeager's farm.
Want all five of the vehicular
Age of Extinction Autobots without the hassle of hunting down each individual? Look no further! We also have wind of an upcoming exclusive that will include seemingly unaltered versions of
Optimus Prime (who, actually, is altered, in that he has a faceplate and a black weapon), the 2014 Camaro version of
Bumblebee,
Drift,
Crosshairs, and
Hound.
And to wrap up the
Platinum Edition exclusives revealed thus far, we have a two pack of
Generations Leaders
Optimus Prime and
Grimlock! Both figures seem to sport much more screen-accurate decoes than the regular retail releases of these figures.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:08 pm
by ILL-Star
Going by these official pics, those Megatrons don't look that great. The overall appearance gives off too much of that boxy 80s look and simply lacks the fresh new style that nearly all of the recent Classic Generations figures have. The worst thing in my opinion are those thin legs though. If I had to choose one, I'd go with the Armada version. It still has the thin legs, but I think the colors fit better and that head sculpt is fantastic. I'll probably end up getting both though.
Everything else looks incredible except for that Optimus Prime. I like the truck mode, but that robot mode reminds me of a simplified figure. I'm hoping OP is just another case of the official pic making the figure look much worse than it really is.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:13 pm
by Nemesis Maximo
BRAINSTORM FTW,
While I have to hand it to Hasbro for finally giving us a proper G1 Arcee, I was hoping she'd have more IDW in her. Still looks nice, though.
Chromia looks good, but I'm not sure I would hunt for that one. I mean, if I see it, I may get it. The character just isn't super important to me.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:13 pm
by Nemesis Maximo
BRAINSTORM FTW! Doe he come with a briefcase?
While I have to hand it to Hasbro for finally giving us a proper G1 Arcee, I was hoping she'd have more IDW in her. Still looks nice, though.
Chromia looks good, but I'm not sure I would hunt for that one. I mean, if I see it, I may get it. The character just isn't super important to me.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:14 pm
by Railbomb
Screen accurate means clear blue plastic. Huh.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:21 pm
by Convoy
I'm... I'm in love! I thought I was done with CHUG.
I'm crying because I'm happy.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:22 pm
by Nemesis Maximo
OK, so homestly, I'm a little dissappointed with how Optimus looks. BUT, he is a new mold figure, so there's that. Besides, we'll be getting the original Voyager mold shortly in that two-pack. And really, I do love that version of Prime.
Megatron...I'm...not sold. He'll be big for sure, but his legs are PRETTY skinny.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:22 pm
by Noideaforaname
Why do they keep making that Crosshairs mold's windows clear? It makes the trenchcoat look
weird, with part of it just hovering at his feet.
"Farmageddon" is pretty neat, though Crankcase only works because "G1!" Otherwise, he's rather boring, basically the original but with bright, cartoony blue instead of grey.
Could have placed the cars better. Drift is "driving" on Hound, destroying the whole illusion.
BotCon 2014 Coverage: Transformers Age of Extinction Robots in Disguise
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:23 pm
by ScoutBumblebee
And now,more pictures from the
BotCon 2014 Toy Panel we have images of the
Transformers: Age of Extinction Robots in Disguise line. The gallery includes the Power Battlers, including
Galvatron, Grimlock, High Octane Bumblebee, amongst others, and One Step Changers, which include
G1 Prowl, Strafe, and Slug, and more. See a sneak peak below, and then visit the
gallery to see the rest of the images.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:27 pm
by OptimalOptimus2
Awesome looking toys!
I don't think I can live without them!
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:38 pm
by Convoy
Dat belly and dose hips on Arcee. That fembot is built for making protoforms.
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:42 pm
by Cyber Bishop
ARCEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BOMBSHELL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BRAINSTORM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
POWERGLIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A GREAT LOOKING MEGATRON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hasbro delivers!!!!!!!!!!!
BotCon 2014 Coverage: Official Images of Kre-O and Hero Mashers
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:46 pm
by LOST Cybertronian
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:48 pm
by ILL-Star
Has anyone else realized that Chromia is a massive retooling of PRID Arcee?
Re: BotCon 2014 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Brand Panel
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 4:50 pm
by shocksound96
Looks like grimlock has a klingon batlyth