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[gbm]

So I had a student bring in his TF Prime (RID) Optimus today, it was the first time I saw one of these series up close...I kinda liked it a bit.

Anyway, my question is, are these worth collecting? How do they compare to the Deluxe and the Universe, etc etc.

I should add, I'm def not a fan of the new show, so I don't know if I'm answering my own question here....lol

[gbm]

One of the benefits of being a 1st grade teacher is the kids go nuts for our "Transformer of the Day" I bring in.








(as do I)

[gavinfuzzy]

You must have to like the designs in order to like the toys I guess. I guess some people dig the designs, but just can't stand to watch the show, and still enjoy collecting the Prime line just for the awesome designs.

If you mean "worth collecting" in terms of resale value, I doubt it. The 1st editions used to be rare, but it's being re-released currently.

Speaking of 1st editions, you might want to consider those. These are really much superior in terms of design and all compared to the Robots in Disguise line. An easy way to tell them apart, 1st edition are packed in blue boxes, main PRID line have red/white boxes.

If you like that PRID Optimus, you'll love the 1st edition one. They have just been re-released this week, check your toys R us or something.

[triKlops]

i agree about the first editions being very worth it.

the rest of the line i have been really happy with, i also like the show, but i would recommend picking and choosing what you grab based solely on what intrigues you.

my only caveat would be Dead End is a pretty sick repaint.!

[Rushie]

Actually, not all First Edition (FE) figures are better than the standard line.

Voyager Optimus Prime and Bulkhead, along with Deluxe Cliffjumper are superior to the RID releases, with the first two having more show-accurate aesthetically pleasing robot modes and Cliffjumper actually using his alt mode parts for his robot mode (instead of the faux kibble the RID release has)

Deluxe Arcee, Vehicon and Megatron got better figures in the RID line, with Megatron being upgraded to a bigger size class, the Vehicon getting a near-kibble free robot mode and Arcee being more show-accurate. Bumblebee is just about on par with his previous release, having different pros and cons. Starscream is up to debate. The first one is too small, but has better robot mode proportions and articulation, while the larger one has a better jet mode and more gimmicks.

[gavinfuzzy]

Actually, not all First Edition (FE) figures are better than the standard line.

Voyager Optimus Prime and Bulkhead, along with Deluxe Cliffjumper are superior to the RID releases, with the first two having more show-accurate aesthetically pleasing robot modes and Cliffjumper actually using his alt mode parts for his robot mode (instead of the faux kibble the RID release has)

Deluxe Arcee, Vehicon and Megatron got better figures in the RID line, with Megatron being upgraded to a bigger size class, the Vehicon getting a near-kibble free robot mode and Arcee being more show-accurate. Bumblebee is just about on par with his previous release, having different pros and cons. Starscream is up to debate. The first one is too small, but has better robot mode proportions and articulation, while the larger one has a better jet mode and more gimmicks.

Personal preference, really. I own all the 1st eds with the exception of Cliffjumper and Zombie cliffjumper. I much prefer the PRID cliffjumper. The proportions work better for me, and I don't mind the faux windows to give him a squat look.

PRID Megatron wins just based on scale. The Deluxe is actually a better figure IMO.

As for the rest, the 1st ed are just much better IMO.

[That Bot]

If you give RID Prime a paint job, he's superior to FE Prime in my book. No cheating parts.

[PrymeStriker]

Voyager Optimus Prime and Bulkhead, along with Deluxe Cliffjumper are superior to the RID releases, with the first two having more show-accurate aesthetically pleasing robot modes and Cliffjumper actually using his alt mode parts for his robot mode (instead of the faux kibble the RID release has)

Cliffjumper is the one up for debate. FE has better engineering, but that version is much too flat in the back. Cliff is supposed to be bulkier...and smaller.

Deluxe Arcee, Vehicon and Megatron got better figures in the RID line, with Megatron being upgraded to a bigger size class, the Vehicon getting a near-kibble free robot mode and Arcee being more show-accurate.

Arcee's paint scheme is too bright, but much less kibble

Bumblebee is just about on par with his previous release, having different pros and cons.

The PRiD Bee ate 10 boxes of Large McDonalds French Fries.

Starscream is up to debate. The first one is too small,

Wait, what?! It's a Deluxe, and is in better scale with pretty much everyone compared to the Giraffe that is Voyager Screamer. However, the Voyager had a better jet mode.

[bossman328]

I love the show and collect the line so I am a bit biased. Airachnid and Bumblebee are the only deluxe figures that I can think of that aren't so good. The FE voyagers are great...while the main line voyagers are just average (minus dreadwing). The Prime Cyberverse figures are great!!

[Rushie]

Cliffjumper is the one up for debate. FE has better engineering, but that version is much too flat in the back. Cliff is supposed to be bulkier...and smaller.

Wait, what?! It's a Deluxe, and is in better scale with pretty much everyone compared to the Giraffe that is Voyager Screamer. However, the Voyager had a better jet mode.

FE Cliffjumper is indeed less like the show in terms of proportions and especially those lower legs. But he just wins as a transformer because his vehicle parts comprise so much of the robot as opposed to folding on the back like a typical shellformer.

Yeah, Screamer is supposed to be smaller than Megatron, but he's still a jet and should be taller than the car-based deluxes.