In-Hand Images of Year of the Rooster Optimus Prime
Wednesday, November 30th, 2016 5:47AM CST
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Posted by steve2275 on November 30th, 2016 @ 6:04am CST
Posted by Emerje on November 30th, 2016 @ 6:14am CST
Emerje
Posted by Black Bumblebee on November 30th, 2016 @ 6:27am CST
Posted by RiddlerJ on November 30th, 2016 @ 7:39am CST
Posted by BERSEKAEL on November 30th, 2016 @ 7:59am CST
Posted by Kurona on November 30th, 2016 @ 8:02am CST
I'm really not liking how segmented the chest is either. Makes him look blockier and fatter than it should; I wish they'd gone for a similar stomach to Classics or MP-10.
Posted by Evil Eye on November 30th, 2016 @ 8:40am CST
Posted by Kyleor on November 30th, 2016 @ 9:28am CST
Posted by Overcracker on November 30th, 2016 @ 10:07am CST
Kyleor wrote:I would have thought a cocky or pompous character, or someone with a plane or bird alt-mode would have been a better choice for a year of the rooster repaint.
Why?
All past Year of the X mainliners have been some type of Optimus Prime. (with a few years having a side character, such as Soundwave, and Omega Supreme) Really the only one to be a general reference to the Year of the X it was released in was the Air Attack Optimus Primal Mold used for Year of the Monkey. But even he was an Optimus Prime.
No reason to expect such a deviation from the pattern at this point.
Posted by shauyaun on November 30th, 2016 @ 10:08am CST
Posted by Seibertron on November 30th, 2016 @ 10:50am CST
Kyleor wrote:I would have thought a cocky or pompous character, or someone with a plane or bird alt-mode would have been a better choice for a year of the rooster repaint.
I agree. Not to mention that I thought they missed the boat by not using a Beast Wars mold, or perhaps creating a new one, to honor the Chinese New Year.
Posted by Jeddostotle7 on November 30th, 2016 @ 12:41pm CST
Overcracker wrote:Kyleor wrote:I would have thought a cocky or pompous character, or someone with a plane or bird alt-mode would have been a better choice for a year of the rooster repaint.
Why?
All past Year of the X mainliners have been some type of Optimus Prime. (with a few years having a side character, such as Soundwave, and Omega Supreme) Really the only one to be a general reference to the Year of the X it was released in was the Air Attack Optimus Primal Mold used for Year of the Monkey. But even he was an Optimus Prime.
No reason to expect such a deviation from the pattern at this point.
I gotta agree. There really was no reason to expect anything other than an Optimus Prime. Even if they're doing another character other than Optimus, they're definitely not making a new mold.
Posted by KVO Prime on November 30th, 2016 @ 1:18pm CST
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on November 30th, 2016 @ 3:03pm CST
Seibertron wrote:Kyleor wrote:I would have thought a cocky or pompous character, or someone with a plane or bird alt-mode would have been a better choice for a year of the rooster repaint.
I agree. Not to mention that I thought they missed the boat by not using a Beast Wars mold, or perhaps creating a new one, to honor the Chinese New Year.
Normally I'd say wait for the companion piece, but I'm afraid Optimus Primal has put an end to that, having none to speak of.
Posted by william-james88 on November 30th, 2016 @ 7:52pm CST
Posted by Ultra Markus on November 30th, 2016 @ 9:49pm CST
Posted by Zeedust on November 30th, 2016 @ 10:38pm CST
Posted by Overcracker on December 1st, 2016 @ 11:35am CST
Zeedust wrote:Yet another standard G1 Primw. Super uninspiring.
"Yet another" ? This series has only had one other standard G1 colored Prime at this point. Year of the Snake Energon Optimus Prime
The rest have had weird colors, and only MP-10 could be considered G1-ish.
and even then, MP-10 had weird gold chrome and translucent plastic.
G2 Laser Optimus was translucent and candy gold,
Optimus Primal was translucent red and blue and was a monkey.
This is actually the first time this series has delivered and actual G1 looking prime in G1 looking colors.
I can understand not wanting a G1 Prime, but what else but an Optimus Prime do you expect from this line at this point?
This is a line devoted to Optimus Prime.
Posted by Agamemnon on December 2nd, 2016 @ 12:35pm CST
Seems appropriate...
Posted by Emerje on December 4th, 2016 @ 1:54am CST
Overcracker wrote:Zeedust wrote:Yet another standard G1 Primw. Super uninspiring.
"Yet another" ? This series has only had one other standard G1 colored Prime at this point. Year of the Snake Energon Optimus Prime
And that figure was still colored differently from the original figure, more similar to what they did with the Year of the Monkey figure. Year of the Rooster Optimus Prime is the closest they've come to a straight release that's about 98% the same as the original. The chrome seems to be of a better quality, that's the only difference I can see.
Emerje
Posted by RAR on December 4th, 2016 @ 4:46pm CST
However if this shows up on heavy Clearance like some of the platinum sets I might buy it as a curiosity piece.
I think it might have been more fun if it was a miniature version of Year of the Horse though.
Posted by Overcracker on December 4th, 2016 @ 5:23pm CST
Emerje wrote:Overcracker wrote:Zeedust wrote:Yet another standard G1 Primw. Super uninspiring.
"Yet another" ? This series has only had one other standard G1 colored Prime at this point. Year of the Snake Energon Optimus Prime
And that figure was still colored differently from the original figure, more similar to what they did with the Year of the Monkey figure. Year of the Rooster Optimus Prime is the closest they've come to a straight release that's about 98% the same as the original. The chrome seems to be of a better quality, that's the only difference I can see.
Emerje
Yup.
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on December 6th, 2016 @ 10:15pm CST
Posted by william-james88 on December 6th, 2016 @ 10:19pm CST
GalvatronG1 wrote:what do you all think the price will be for this item?
It is selling for $100 USD in Taiwan at retail, on sale, so expect something similar stateside.
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on December 6th, 2016 @ 10:21pm CST
william-james88 wrote:GalvatronG1 wrote:what do you all think the price will be for this item?
It is selling for $100 USD in Taiwan at retail, on sale, so expect something similar stateside.
At least I am getting the Black and Gold one for XMAS then
Posted by william-james88 on December 20th, 2016 @ 10:56am CST
Description & Features
Transformers Generations Platinum Edition sets feature figures with a high level of detail, plus premium features and packaging. This Platinum Edition Chinese New Year figure celebrates the Year of the Rooster by showcasing the Autobot Leader, Optimus Prime, with special edition deco and die-cast parts.
Optimus Prime battles the Decepticons whenever they threaten the cause of freedom.. Since the beginning, Autobot Roller has been his ally. With the scout car by his side and a combat deck housed within his trailer, Optimus Prime is unstoppable.
This Platinum Edition figure features die-cast parts and a converting trailer. It comes with an Autobot Roller vehicle, 6 additional figure hands, converting blaster, Matrix of Leadership, jetpack, and Energon axe accessories, plus a figure stand.
Transformers and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro.
© 2016 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.
Manufactured under license from TOMY Company, Ltd.
Posted by Cobotron on December 20th, 2016 @ 11:00am CST
Is that so wrong?
Posted by Sabrblade on December 20th, 2016 @ 11:02am CST
Not if you leave it in robot mode forever.Cobotron wrote:There is a part of me that really wants this for my Legends/Legions collection.
Is that so wrong?
Posted by william-james88 on December 20th, 2016 @ 11:06am CST
Cobotron wrote:There is a part of me that really wants this for my Legends/Legions collection.
Is that so wrong?
Your not the only one.
Posted by Ultra Magnus on December 20th, 2016 @ 2:14pm CST
Posted by Randomhero on December 20th, 2016 @ 2:21pm CST
Ultra Magnus wrote:This was one of the best incarnations of OP. With the incredible design and engineering involved, I am VERY surprised that the Cab mode was compromised so. Still, the accessories and range of articulation make this figure INCREDIBLE. It really does scale well with Legion class figures and IronFactory/War in Pocket figs too. Probably gonna get this on General Principle, even tho I already have the THS Convoy that this is a remake of. I wish they would do some THS Decepticons now!
I wouldn't put too much hope on the Hybrid line being resurrected. This is more hasbro saying "well we were going to do it a couple years ago in a two pack and didn't and we still have the mold so let's finally release it for our 'Chinese year of' figure
Posted by Mykltron on December 23rd, 2016 @ 5:51am CST
Randomhero wrote:I wouldn't put too much hope on the Hybrid line being resurrected. This is more hasbro saying "well we were going to do it a couple years ago in a two pack and didn't and we still have the mold so let's finally release it for our 'Chinese year of' figure
I agree.
Posted by william-james88 on December 23rd, 2016 @ 12:07pm CST
In other Platinum news, the Platinum Edition Autobot Heroes set is available again on Walmart.ca, at $200.
Posted by Sigma Magnus on December 23rd, 2016 @ 12:23pm CST
Posted by MrBlack on December 23rd, 2016 @ 2:05pm CST
Maybe if it hits the bargain bin for $50, like all Platinum releases eventually do.
Posted by RAR on December 23rd, 2016 @ 6:42pm CST
Posted by Chillyn on December 23rd, 2016 @ 11:40pm CST
Posted by Bridgemagnet on January 5th, 2017 @ 10:39am CST
this guy is small
Posted by Sigma Magnus on February 4th, 2017 @ 8:20am CST
Does this price drop make this figure more appealing to you, or is it still a bit of a stretch? Let us know in the Energon Pub!
Posted by Black Bumblebee on February 4th, 2017 @ 10:09am CST
Posted by Kurona on February 4th, 2017 @ 10:16am CST
Black Bumblebee wrote:I got MP Optimus Prime for $99 when he came out. Why would I spend $99 for a far inferior, far small figure?
Sad thing is, I bet due to the price a lot of people are gonna think it's some huge, awesome figure at least the size of a Leader or some such and that'll entice them to get it... and then when it arrives at their door they're sorely disappointed.
Honestly I'd just get the Thrilling 30 Legends Optimus if I wanted him in that scale.
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on February 4th, 2017 @ 1:11pm CST
Posted by KVO Prime on February 4th, 2017 @ 1:24pm CST
KVO Prime
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 4th, 2017 @ 3:48pm CST
http://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/transformer ... 0196611276
But holy crap, that price is RIDICULOUS. I'll wait for clearance and even then, I'm not sure if I'll ever buy. I already have over 9000 Optimuses afterall.
Posted by BERSEKAEL on February 4th, 2017 @ 5:42pm CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 4th, 2017 @ 5:50pm CST
BERSEKAEL wrote:how tall is? will it fit with my Legion class collection?
I was about to point out a video review of the old Takara version. But no one seem to have bothered to make any comparison shots! At least, I know it's 4" tall so it's scout size.
Posted by Sabrblade on February 4th, 2017 @ 5:57pm CST
Found this pic via Google:-Kanrabat- wrote:BERSEKAEL wrote:how tall is? will it fit with my Legion class collection?
I was about to point out a video review of the old Takara version. But no one seem to have bothered to make any comparison shots! At least, I know it's 4" tall so it's scout size.
That's next to Prime Beast Hunters Predacons Rising Cyberverse Commander class Optimus Prime.
Posted by Cobotron on February 4th, 2017 @ 6:27pm CST
It's about the size of a Scout/Legends toy.BERSEKAEL wrote:how tall is? will it fit with my Legion class collection?
Voyager is to Deluxe, as this Prime is to Legion.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on February 4th, 2017 @ 6:28pm CST
Oh joy.
That price is really "French translation for late".
Posted by rockman_fan on February 4th, 2017 @ 6:36pm CST