Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys
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Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys
Last time, we looked at the Transformers Prime show and who were its best characters. Now, it's time to discuss this series' toys. For the life of me, I do not know why the Prime toyline isn't as venerated as other classics like Animated or Galaxy Force, since I believe it can stand toe to toe with those. The engineering on many of this line's toys is at an all time high, taking cues from all that was learnt in the past, and the designs are stellar. They combine the movie aesthetic with a more classic approach, making me wish these were the designs used in the movies. There are a bunch of great toys in this line, making these top five not just some of the best Prime toys ever but a also some of the best Transformers toys out there. For simplicity's sake, we will stick to just the Hasbro releases (First Edition, Prime Robots in Disguise and Beast Hunters).
5. Transformers Prime Robots In Disguise Wheeljack
A smooth and sleek car mode with an interesting cybertronian design, giving way to an agile but fierce looking robot mode. It's an interesting take on Wheeljack and still gives some classic elements while reinventing him. I love how his forearms and lower legs form with a series of pivoting parts that give a solid result. He also has poseable and rotating fists on a ball joint, clear plastic, spot on paint apps, ankle pivot, 2 different ways to keep the weapons in vehicle mode, this is the true heyday of the deluxe class.
4. Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Ultra Magnus
This one is special. First Edition Prime could have been in this position as I hear he is excellent but I always give favour to molds that incorporate more of the alt mode. The Prime RID mold that this Ultra Magnus toy is based on was the only Prime mold (aside from the cyberverse mold) that actually used the windshield as the chest piece and did not have to rely on fake kibble. Yet, it wasn't as screen accurate as the First Edition Prime. However, this very same mold retooled for Ultra Magnus makes it look like it was meant for him all along especially with those new tall shoulder pieces which also work as missile launchers (so much G1 love here). With the Peterbilt truck alt mode, this version of Ultra Magnus is far more accomplished than the previous mold he was given, making him as screen accurate as possible. Even his Hammer is more screen accurate than any previous version of Prime Magnus. So to sum up, I am amazed at how well this Prime mold, with all its alt mode integration wonder, works better for Ultra Magnus, to a point where it is better than the mold that was actually made just for him.
3. Transformers Prime: First Edition Starscream
This is one of the best seeker molds of all time. The design choice to have the robot mode be so slim and sleek makes him look creepier than any version of Starscream before. I am so impressed with how they were able to pull off a robot mode as skeletal as the one depicted onscreen and yet still have him perfectly transform into a tight and smooth jet mode where no robot limb protrudes, as is often the case with jets.
2. Transformers First Edition Cliffjumper
Transforming this Cliffjumper for the first time is one of my fondest Transformers memories. The alt mode is a 70s dodge challenger/charger type car with the distinctive long front (nose). However, the robot mode has the windshield chest with the headlights right below it. It's an interesting design for sure, but I had no clue how they could pull that off on the toy. Where would the front go? And it's just the headlights, without the distinctive grill that connects them in alt mode. How can it be possible to actually have a screen accurate toy? Well, the RID version of the mold (which I had first) gave me the answer to this question. You give him a fake kibble chest piece. With this in mind, you can imagine how amazed I was while transforming the First Edition Cliffjumper toy the first time. The windshield split from the front to form his chest and the long nose pegged into the back and then the headlights flipped forward, disconnecting themselves from the front grill and landing just below the windshield pieces to give the exact same look he had on the show by only using the pieces found in the alt mode. It was genius. In terms of engineering, this is a masterpiece figure at a deluxe scale. This is why it pains me that this actual Cliffjumper toy, seen in the picture below, took so long to make it to the US (for everyone to get in on the awesomeness). His hands also flip around to become canons but that's just gravy at this point along with the subtle fact that this marks Cliffjumper as having his own mold for once and not being a mere repaint of Bumblebee.
1. Transformers Prime Robots In Disguise Vehicon
This is one of the all-time best Transformer designs. The architect Mis Van Derho, who created the glass skyscraper, had the motto of "less is more". And this mold evokes this notion by showing us how a great design could come from something so simple. Basically, this is a run of the mill shellformer in alt mode. However, in robot mode, the shell retreats and folds onto itself to fill out his legs to the point that it entirely disappears. This toy has a sleek robot mode that is very distinct from its vehicle mode, showing mostly new parts only seen in robot mode, and yet it has a simple transformation, a sturdy design, and no leftover kibble whatsoever. Having him be a shellformer and yet not having a hint of the shell in robot mode is as big a design feat as they come and makes him not only be the very best toy of this line but one of the best Transformers Toys of all time.
Honourable mentions: First Edition Bulkhead and Optimus Prime are obviously great pics too but I am a bit more impressed with how the others on this list turned out, like when the result comes from having less to work with, such as the smaller deluxe class. Sometimes, less is more, as Vehicon shows us.
But still, these two right here are also some of the all time best Transformer toys ever, man was this line good!
Transformers Prime: First Edition Optimus Prime Gallery
Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys
Last time, we looked at the Transformers Prime show and who were its best characters. Now, it's time to discuss this series' toys. For the life of me, I do not know why the Prime toyline isn't as venerated as other classics like Animated or Galaxy Force, since I believe it can stand toe to toe with those. The engineering on many of this line's toys is at an all time high, taking cues from all that was learnt in the past, and the designs are stellar. They combine the movie aesthetic with a more classic approach, making me wish these were the designs used in the movies. There are a bunch of great toys in this line, making these top five not just some of the best Prime toys ever but a also some of the best Transformers toys out there. For simplicity's sake, we will stick to just the Hasbro releases (First Edition, Prime Robots in Disguise and Beast Hunters).
5. Transformers Prime Robots In Disguise Wheeljack
A smooth and sleek car mode with an interesting cybertronian design, giving way to an agile but fierce looking robot mode. It's an interesting take on Wheeljack and still gives some classic elements while reinventing him. I love how his forearms and lower legs form with a series of pivoting parts that give a solid result. He also has poseable and rotating fists on a ball joint, clear plastic, spot on paint apps, ankle pivot, 2 different ways to keep the weapons in vehicle mode, this is the true heyday of the deluxe class.
4. Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Ultra Magnus
This one is special. First Edition Prime could have been in this position as I hear he is excellent but I always give favour to molds that incorporate more of the alt mode. The Prime RID mold that this Ultra Magnus toy is based on was the only Prime mold (aside from the cyberverse mold) that actually used the windshield as the chest piece and did not have to rely on fake kibble. Yet, it wasn't as screen accurate as the First Edition Prime. However, this very same mold retooled for Ultra Magnus makes it look like it was meant for him all along especially with those new tall shoulder pieces which also work as missile launchers (so much G1 love here). With the Peterbilt truck alt mode, this version of Ultra Magnus is far more accomplished than the previous mold he was given, making him as screen accurate as possible. Even his Hammer is more screen accurate than any previous version of Prime Magnus. So to sum up, I am amazed at how well this Prime mold, with all its alt mode integration wonder, works better for Ultra Magnus, to a point where it is better than the mold that was actually made just for him.
3. Transformers Prime: First Edition Starscream
This is one of the best seeker molds of all time. The design choice to have the robot mode be so slim and sleek makes him look creepier than any version of Starscream before. I am so impressed with how they were able to pull off a robot mode as skeletal as the one depicted onscreen and yet still have him perfectly transform into a tight and smooth jet mode where no robot limb protrudes, as is often the case with jets.
2. Transformers First Edition Cliffjumper
Transforming this Cliffjumper for the first time is one of my fondest Transformers memories. The alt mode is a 70s dodge challenger/charger type car with the distinctive long front (nose). However, the robot mode has the windshield chest with the headlights right below it. It's an interesting design for sure, but I had no clue how they could pull that off on the toy. Where would the front go? And it's just the headlights, without the distinctive grill that connects them in alt mode. How can it be possible to actually have a screen accurate toy? Well, the RID version of the mold (which I had first) gave me the answer to this question. You give him a fake kibble chest piece. With this in mind, you can imagine how amazed I was while transforming the First Edition Cliffjumper toy the first time. The windshield split from the front to form his chest and the long nose pegged into the back and then the headlights flipped forward, disconnecting themselves from the front grill and landing just below the windshield pieces to give the exact same look he had on the show by only using the pieces found in the alt mode. It was genius. In terms of engineering, this is a masterpiece figure at a deluxe scale. This is why it pains me that this actual Cliffjumper toy, seen in the picture below, took so long to make it to the US (for everyone to get in on the awesomeness). His hands also flip around to become canons but that's just gravy at this point along with the subtle fact that this marks Cliffjumper as having his own mold for once and not being a mere repaint of Bumblebee.
1. Transformers Prime Robots In Disguise Vehicon
This is one of the all-time best Transformer designs. The architect Mis Van Derho, who created the glass skyscraper, had the motto of "less is more". And this mold evokes this notion by showing us how a great design could come from something so simple. Basically, this is a run of the mill shellformer in alt mode. However, in robot mode, the shell retreats and folds onto itself to fill out his legs to the point that it entirely disappears. This toy has a sleek robot mode that is very distinct from its vehicle mode, showing mostly new parts only seen in robot mode, and yet it has a simple transformation, a sturdy design, and no leftover kibble whatsoever. Having him be a shellformer and yet not having a hint of the shell in robot mode is as big a design feat as they come and makes him not only be the very best toy of this line but one of the best Transformers Toys of all time.
Honourable mentions: First Edition Bulkhead and Optimus Prime are obviously great pics too but I am a bit more impressed with how the others on this list turned out, like when the result comes from having less to work with, such as the smaller deluxe class. Sometimes, less is more, as Vehicon shows us.
But still, these two right here are also some of the all time best Transformer toys ever, man was this line good!
Transformers Prime: First Edition Optimus Prime Gallery
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Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723930)
Posted by SlyTF1 on September 5th, 2015 @ 12:20am CDT
Posted by SlyTF1 on September 5th, 2015 @ 12:20am CDT
I literally have no idea why people like the Vehicon mold so much.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723933)
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on September 5th, 2015 @ 12:43am CDT
I like the Vehicon because of how fun he is to transform, the sleekness of both modes and the lack of kibble. Basically, most of what was already said. Part of it is that I was just so impressed with how the legs folded up. He was one of the first transformers I ever got, being reintroduced and getting more interested during Prime, and he's so fun to mess with I can hardly put him down. This is a good example of a simple figure that functions great, something I wish some of the newer lines could get a bit better at.
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on September 5th, 2015 @ 12:43am CDT
SlyTF1 wrote:I literally have no idea why people like the Vehicon mold so much.
I like the Vehicon because of how fun he is to transform, the sleekness of both modes and the lack of kibble. Basically, most of what was already said. Part of it is that I was just so impressed with how the legs folded up. He was one of the first transformers I ever got, being reintroduced and getting more interested during Prime, and he's so fun to mess with I can hardly put him down. This is a good example of a simple figure that functions great, something I wish some of the newer lines could get a bit better at.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723936)
Posted by Noideaforaname on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:01am CDT
I think aesthetically Prime felt too derivative from previous lines ("Bayverse Animated"), the perceived shift in quality between First Edition and the rest of the line checkered people's view, and Hasbro not carrying over Breakdown was a serious misstep.
...but anyways...
I didn't get too too much from this line. Soundwave, Rumble, and the Cyberverse Insecticon were pretty decent; not amazing, but fun. The Cyberverse Terrorcons are fantastic, Blot being one of my favorite of the size class. Cyberverse Predaking... goes great with the Terrorcons, at least.
My favorite from the line, though:
Nuclear mutant Dia de los Muertos luchador DEAD END!!
Seriously, he's on my Top 3 Transformers list, up there with RotF Skystalker and BW Tripredacus.
Posted by Noideaforaname on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:01am CDT
william-james88 wrote:For the life of me, I do not know why the Prime toyline isn't as venerated as other classics like Animated or Galaxy Force, since I believe it can stand toe to toe with those.
I think aesthetically Prime felt too derivative from previous lines ("Bayverse Animated"), the perceived shift in quality between First Edition and the rest of the line checkered people's view, and Hasbro not carrying over Breakdown was a serious misstep.
...but anyways...
I didn't get too too much from this line. Soundwave, Rumble, and the Cyberverse Insecticon were pretty decent; not amazing, but fun. The Cyberverse Terrorcons are fantastic, Blot being one of my favorite of the size class. Cyberverse Predaking... goes great with the Terrorcons, at least.
My favorite from the line, though:
Nuclear mutant Dia de los Muertos luchador DEAD END!!
Seriously, he's on my Top 3 Transformers list, up there with RotF Skystalker and BW Tripredacus.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723939)
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:03am CDT
I have him standing on my desk right now! I have to admit I like him a bit more than Wheeljack.
Posted by Autobot Roadburn on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:03am CDT
Noideaforaname wrote:william-james88 wrote:For the life of me, I do not know why the Prime toyline isn't as venerated as other classics like Animated or Galaxy Force, since I believe it can stand toe to toe with those.
I think aesthetically Prime felt too derivative from previous lines ("Bayverse Animated"), the perceived shift in quality between First Edition and the rest of the line checkered people's view, and Hasbro not carrying over Breakdown was a serious misstep.
...but anyways...
I didn't get too too much from this line. Soundwave, Rumble, and the Cyberverse Insecticon were pretty decent; not amazing, but fun. The Cyberverse Terrorcons are fantastic, Blot being one of my favorite of the size class. Cyberverse Predaking... goes great with the Terrorcons, at least.
My favorite from the line, though:
Nuclear mutant Dia de los Muertos luchador DEAD END!!
Seriously, he's on my Top 3 Transformers list, up there with RotF Skystalker and BW Tripredacus.
I have him standing on my desk right now! I have to admit I like him a bit more than Wheeljack.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723942)
Posted by Ultra Markus on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:36am CDT
Posted by Ultra Markus on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:36am CDT
i thought Airachnid should be No.1
NO but seriously knock out wasnt even on there and i thought that both alt mode and robot were great
NO but seriously knock out wasnt even on there and i thought that both alt mode and robot were great
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723945)
Posted by Optimizzy on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:59am CDT
he pretty much summed up why in the article.
Posted by Optimizzy on September 5th, 2015 @ 1:59am CDT
SlyTF1 wrote:I literally have no idea why people like the Vehicon mold so much.
he pretty much summed up why in the article.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723949)
Posted by RhA on September 5th, 2015 @ 2:12am CDT
Posted by RhA on September 5th, 2015 @ 2:12am CDT
Vehicon number one!
Vehicon number one!
Vehicon number one!
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723951)
Posted by BERSEKAEL on September 5th, 2015 @ 2:16am CDT
Posted by BERSEKAEL on September 5th, 2015 @ 2:16am CDT
top 1: abominus (combiner)
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723952)
Posted by Hellscream9999 on September 5th, 2015 @ 2:20am CDT
Speaking of disappointments, I would like to nominate a new 'worst tf' to rival armada sidswipe... cybertron leobreaker
He did everything wrong, so next list, there you go.
Posted by Hellscream9999 on September 5th, 2015 @ 2:20am CDT
Ultra Markus wrote:i thought Airachnid should be No.1
Speaking of disappointments, I would like to nominate a new 'worst tf' to rival armada sidswipe... cybertron leobreaker
He did everything wrong, so next list, there you go.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723962)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on September 5th, 2015 @ 5:41am CDT
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on September 5th, 2015 @ 5:41am CDT
Not a big fan of the Prime toys. The ones I do have I got from car boot sales usually missing weapons but at good prices. I got that large Beast Hunters Prime which is ok in robot mode (apart from that crud on his back) but a huge pile of plastic junk in 'truck' mode. Hot Shot and Bumblebee that share the same molds. And Wheeljack. I have to agree that Wheeljack is the best one out of them. I was never fond of G1 Wheeljack toys cos they were always clunky and had those godawful legs. Prime 'Jack is much sleeker and generally cooler. I like it enough that I'm disappointed mine was missing his swords but for 50 pence for a decent Deluxe figure I can't complain too much. Not really fond of the others on this list. Cliffjumper is just ugly. Vehicon's ok but not spectacular. But yeah I like Wheeljack enough even though I've never liked the character or his toys much before.
Most of the Beast Hunters toys are covered in way too much ugly crap.
Most of the Beast Hunters toys are covered in way too much ugly crap.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723965)
Posted by Heckfire on September 5th, 2015 @ 6:13am CDT
Posted by Heckfire on September 5th, 2015 @ 6:13am CDT
Wheeljack's alt-mode isn't Cybertronian, it's based on the 2011 Lancia Stratos concept car.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723966)
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 6:48am CDT
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 6:48am CDT
See who's not on the list?
SkySTALKER
SkySTALKER
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723980)
Posted by welcometothedarksyde on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:03am CDT
I tip my fedora to you sir
I want to give a shoutout to PRID Bumblebee, and Cliff. These molds are often overlooked as they're constantly in the shadow of their First Edition dopplegangers. I think they really encompass what I really liked about the Prime Line, which was its simplicity and fun. You can just grab one of those guys and transform them, no fuss.
Come to think of it Bumblebee had the automorph problem
Mine wasn't that bad though.
Okay, well you can still get Hotshot or the Beast Hunters version. Both of which are even better in their own way.
Posted by welcometothedarksyde on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:03am CDT
Noideaforaname wrote:
My favorite from the line, though:
Nuclear mutant Dia de los Muertos luchador DEAD END!!
Seriously, he's on my Top 3 Transformers list, up there with RotF Skystalker and BW Tripredacus.
I tip my fedora to you sirI want to give a shoutout to PRID Bumblebee, and Cliff. These molds are often overlooked as they're constantly in the shadow of their First Edition dopplegangers. I think they really encompass what I really liked about the Prime Line, which was its simplicity and fun. You can just grab one of those guys and transform them, no fuss.
Come to think of it Bumblebee had the automorph problem
Mine wasn't that bad though.Okay, well you can still get Hotshot or the Beast Hunters version. Both of which are even better in their own way.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1723994)
Posted by Hellscream9999 on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:50am CDT
Good point, I only picked up 3 prime figures: Soundwave, Darksteel, and Sky Lynx. The Skystalker mold was great.
Posted by Hellscream9999 on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:50am CDT
Burn wrote:See who's not on the list?
SkySTALKER
Good point, I only picked up 3 prime figures: Soundwave, Darksteel, and Sky Lynx. The Skystalker mold was great.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724040)
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on September 5th, 2015 @ 3:51pm CDT
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on September 5th, 2015 @ 3:51pm CDT
So glad to see the Vehicon at number one. He's one of the best molds I've seen in a while. Almost nothing wrong with him in either mode. Great look and transformation, too.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724048)
Posted by Optimum Supreme on September 5th, 2015 @ 4:54pm CDT
Posted by Optimum Supreme on September 5th, 2015 @ 4:54pm CDT
I think FE CJ is pretty overrated. It's not really any better than PRID CJ, just has failings in different areas. Plus I broke that front hood piece off mine first time I transformed it. 
Stupid vague instructions and thing that looked like a hinge but apparently wasn't! PRID's hammer weapon was pretty cool too, even if not show accurate like FE's hand to blaster conversion.
The only Ultra Magnus I have is the cyberverse commander version, so I can't comment on that one, but the rest of the list is spot on. Wheeljack especially, one of the best figures out of any line. Not on the list, I think PRID Arcee was pretty good.
Biggest disappointment was not getting the full size Breakdown. And even his cyberverse figure was just a fairly disappointing dinky legion size figure. Knock Out was a let down, lack of paint aps (no gold rims!??!?!) and a figure too too easy to mistransform in robot mode (I swear he's a lot better if you do manage to get him right) really hurt. Also, Smokescreen was way too flat on his fake chest to do the character justice, but at least he wasn't a Knock Out redeco the way he was in Japan. At least his cyberverse figure was really good (for cyberverse).
Stupid vague instructions and thing that looked like a hinge but apparently wasn't! PRID's hammer weapon was pretty cool too, even if not show accurate like FE's hand to blaster conversion.The only Ultra Magnus I have is the cyberverse commander version, so I can't comment on that one, but the rest of the list is spot on. Wheeljack especially, one of the best figures out of any line. Not on the list, I think PRID Arcee was pretty good.
Biggest disappointment was not getting the full size Breakdown. And even his cyberverse figure was just a fairly disappointing dinky legion size figure. Knock Out was a let down, lack of paint aps (no gold rims!??!?!) and a figure too too easy to mistransform in robot mode (I swear he's a lot better if you do manage to get him right) really hurt. Also, Smokescreen was way too flat on his fake chest to do the character justice, but at least he wasn't a Knock Out redeco the way he was in Japan. At least his cyberverse figure was really good (for cyberverse).
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724086)
Posted by Rated X on September 5th, 2015 @ 8:53pm CDT
Posted by Rated X on September 5th, 2015 @ 8:53pm CDT
Damn...here we go again with the best and worst toy lists again....
I would much rather read about topics like:
"Top 5 most iconic G1 cartoon moments"
"Top 5 most charismatic Transformers faction leaders"
"Top 5 favorite Transformers continuities"
"Top 5 most bizarre moments in G1"
"Top 5 Japanese G1 characters non-Japanese fans love"
"Top 5 Transformers voice actors besides Peter Cullen"
"Top 5 most unpopular transformers characters ever"
"Top 5 most notable non-human characters in G1" (Quints, Kremzeek, Nebulans, etc.)
And the list goes on and on and on...
Not trying to be a d**k but you really should give the words "best" and "worst" a break. And the toys too. There are so many other aspects that are worth touching. just saying...
I would much rather read about topics like:
"Top 5 most iconic G1 cartoon moments"
"Top 5 most charismatic Transformers faction leaders"
"Top 5 favorite Transformers continuities"
"Top 5 most bizarre moments in G1"
"Top 5 Japanese G1 characters non-Japanese fans love"
"Top 5 Transformers voice actors besides Peter Cullen"
"Top 5 most unpopular transformers characters ever"
"Top 5 most notable non-human characters in G1" (Quints, Kremzeek, Nebulans, etc.)
And the list goes on and on and on...
Not trying to be a d**k but you really should give the words "best" and "worst" a break. And the toys too. There are so many other aspects that are worth touching. just saying...
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724089)
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:03pm CDT
And yet, because you contributed NOTHING to this thread but criticism, you still achieved what you weren't even trying to do.
Well done.
If someone spends hours researching and preparing a thread for people to discuss, actually discuss the topic of the thread, don't chime in just to tear it down and spit all over the work the thread creator did.
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:03pm CDT
Rated X wrote:Not trying to be a d**k
And yet, because you contributed NOTHING to this thread but criticism, you still achieved what you weren't even trying to do.
Well done.
If someone spends hours researching and preparing a thread for people to discuss, actually discuss the topic of the thread, don't chime in just to tear it down and spit all over the work the thread creator did.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724090)
Posted by Hellscream9999 on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:05pm CDT
Posted by Hellscream9999 on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:05pm CDT
[quote="Rated X"
"Top 5 most unpopular transformers characters ever"
[/quote]
Armada Sideswipe, his character was as annoying as his figure was terrible (oh, spoiler alert
)
"Top 5 most unpopular transformers characters ever"
[/quote]
Armada Sideswipe, his character was as annoying as his figure was terrible (oh, spoiler alert
)
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724095)
Posted by william-james88 on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:19pm CDT
I just gave you a fiction related list last week, did you like it?
http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/top-5-best-transformers-prime-characters/33741/
And be sure to check back in 2 weeks for another fiction related one. If you read the comics, you will surely have a blast with it.
The chest design for Prime Clifjumper is so unique that it being a fake chest in the RID toy was one of the biggest let downs I ever felt. The awkward way his arms take form was also a real sour point for me. He does however have more show accurate legs. I still sold him after getting the FE version which really pleased me. Sorry you had a negative experience with yours. The arms of my MP 03 Ghost Starscream broke off the second time I transformed him and that has left a pretty bad taste in my mouth in regards to that mold. I am finally giving it another chance with the Hasbro release of MP 11 Starscream.
Thanks! As for Ultra Magnus, which do you have because your description fits more than one toy. The one on the right (below) is very good and far more show accurate than the earlier one to come out (on the left).
Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Cyberverse Ultra Magnus Gallery
Posted by william-james88 on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:19pm CDT
Rated X wrote:Damn...here we go again with the best and worst toy lists again....
I just gave you a fiction related list last week, did you like it?
http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/top-5-best-transformers-prime-characters/33741/
And be sure to check back in 2 weeks for another fiction related one. If you read the comics, you will surely have a blast with it.
Optimum Supreme wrote:I think FE CJ is pretty overrated. It's not really any better than PRID CJ, just has failings in different areas. Plus I broke that front hood piece off mine first time I transformed it.
The chest design for Prime Clifjumper is so unique that it being a fake chest in the RID toy was one of the biggest let downs I ever felt. The awkward way his arms take form was also a real sour point for me. He does however have more show accurate legs. I still sold him after getting the FE version which really pleased me. Sorry you had a negative experience with yours. The arms of my MP 03 Ghost Starscream broke off the second time I transformed him and that has left a pretty bad taste in my mouth in regards to that mold. I am finally giving it another chance with the Hasbro release of MP 11 Starscream.
The only Ultra Magnus I have is the cyberverse commander version, so I can't comment on that one, but the rest of the list is spot on.
Thanks! As for Ultra Magnus, which do you have because your description fits more than one toy. The one on the right (below) is very good and far more show accurate than the earlier one to come out (on the left).
Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Cyberverse Ultra Magnus Gallery
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724101)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:47pm CDT
Just wait a while: Soon, there will be a Top 5 avatars list that I created, which should help solve your issue with toy-based lists
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:47pm CDT
Rated X wrote:you really should give the words "best" and "worst" a break. And the toys too. There are so many other aspects that are worth touching. just saying...
Just wait a while: Soon, there will be a Top 5 avatars list that I created, which should help solve your issue with toy-based lists
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724102)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:52pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 9:52pm CDT
Ok, time for my opinions:
That vehicon was a no-brainer. that is the best shellformer of all time, the greatest generic of all time, and one of the most fun transformations. Not to mention there is one named Gary
FE Cliffjumper was good, but I hated the wheels on the arms. Not nearly as bad as PRiD Cliff, but still not my fav.
Ratchet needed some love here. That toy was amazing, and the fact that the BH edition used 2 Dinobots and Ironman for molding, I really really liked it.
Wheeljack is a great toy, should have been higher on the list. The BH version was also very well done: he had a spine, falcon wings and the spikes just did so much that the original figure did not for me.
He got a japanese release, so I really feel Breakdown should have been on the list. Knockout was very good too, but the arms killed him for me. the shoulders just aren't my favorite.
Well. there are some opinions for ya. Take them and discuss as you please
That vehicon was a no-brainer. that is the best shellformer of all time, the greatest generic of all time, and one of the most fun transformations. Not to mention there is one named Gary
FE Cliffjumper was good, but I hated the wheels on the arms. Not nearly as bad as PRiD Cliff, but still not my fav.
Ratchet needed some love here. That toy was amazing, and the fact that the BH edition used 2 Dinobots and Ironman for molding, I really really liked it.
Wheeljack is a great toy, should have been higher on the list. The BH version was also very well done: he had a spine, falcon wings and the spikes just did so much that the original figure did not for me.
He got a japanese release, so I really feel Breakdown should have been on the list. Knockout was very good too, but the arms killed him for me. the shoulders just aren't my favorite.
Well. there are some opinions for ya. Take them and discuss as you please
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724109)
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:11pm CDT
D-Max gets it. Rather than pissing and moaning he took it upon himself to contribute.
Good work.
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:11pm CDT
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Rated X wrote:you really should give the words "best" and "worst" a break. And the toys too. There are so many other aspects that are worth touching. just saying...
Just wait a while: Soon, there will be a Top 5 avatars list that I created, which should help solve your issue with toy-based lists
D-Max gets it. Rather than pissing and moaning he took it upon himself to contribute.
Good work.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724112)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:15pm CDT
Thank you
I am very excited for that list. I think a lot of people will really enjoy the avatars. plus these top 5's are a pretty awesome way to bring up some stuff that may have been dormant and bring back some good memories (like that vehicon for me)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:15pm CDT
Burn wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Rated X wrote:you really should give the words "best" and "worst" a break. And the toys too. There are so many other aspects that are worth touching. just saying...
Just wait a while: Soon, there will be a Top 5 avatars list that I created, which should help solve your issue with toy-based lists
D-Max gets it. Rather than pissing and moaning he took it upon himself to contribute.
Good work.
Thank you
I am very excited for that list. I think a lot of people will really enjoy the avatars. plus these top 5's are a pretty awesome way to bring up some stuff that may have been dormant and bring back some good memories (like that vehicon for me)
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724115)
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:27pm CDT
I think when it comes to the Vehicons, they've gained more popularity than expected due to the fans naming them "Steve" and having it snowball from there.
Plus they're the Transformer equivalent of a Storm Trooper, high in numbers, low in firepower, couldn't hit the broadside of a barn.
And they honestly do look good.
Posted by Burn on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:27pm CDT
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:these top 5's are a pretty awesome way to bring up some stuff that may have been dormant and bring back some good memories (like that vehicon for me)
I think when it comes to the Vehicons, they've gained more popularity than expected due to the fans naming them "Steve" and having it snowball from there.
Plus they're the Transformer equivalent of a Storm Trooper, high in numbers, low in firepower, couldn't hit the broadside of a barn.
And they honestly do look good.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724117)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:33pm CDT
Very true. Clone troopers is actually a very good comparison. And I personally love emgo's "Gary" best
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 10:33pm CDT
Burn wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:these top 5's are a pretty awesome way to bring up some stuff that may have been dormant and bring back some good memories (like that vehicon for me)
I think when it comes to the Vehicons, they've gained more popularity than expected due to the fans naming them "Steve" and having it snowball from there.
Plus they're the Transformer equivalent of a Storm Trooper, high in numbers, low in firepower, couldn't hit the broadside of a barn.
And they honestly do look good.
Very true. Clone troopers is actually a very good comparison. And I personally love emgo's "Gary" best
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724127)
Posted by william-james88 on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:15pm CDT
I have that Beast Hunters Ratchet and I love him too. Its a killer sculpt and the base mold has a phenomenal transformation. I really like those side panels in vehicle mode becoming the arms. There is a lot going on in that deluxe. This really is a line with incredible molds.
Also D-Max, I was trying to keep it vague in my quote above:
But I guess now, the secret is out as to what that list is
So check back in 2 weeks people!
Posted by william-james88 on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:15pm CDT
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:
Ratchet needed some love here. That toy was amazing, and the fact that the BH edition used 2 Dinobots and Ironman for molding, I really really liked it.
I have that Beast Hunters Ratchet and I love him too. Its a killer sculpt and the base mold has a phenomenal transformation. I really like those side panels in vehicle mode becoming the arms. There is a lot going on in that deluxe. This really is a line with incredible molds.
Also D-Max, I was trying to keep it vague in my quote above:
william-james88 wrote:And be sure to check back in 2 weeks for another fiction related one. If you read the comics, you will surely have a blast with it.
But I guess now, the secret is out as to what that list is
So check back in 2 weeks people!
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724132)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:29pm CDT
Sorry to spoil the party....my bad man.
But that Ratchet may be the best Ratchet mold ever.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:29pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:
Ratchet needed some love here. That toy was amazing, and the fact that the BH edition used 2 Dinobots and Ironman for molding, I really really liked it.
I have that Beast Hunters Ratchet and I love him too. Its a killer sculpt and the base mold has a phenomenal transformation. I really like those side panels in vehicle mode becoming the arms. There is a lot going on in that deluxe. This really is a line with incredible molds.
Also D-Max, I was trying to keep it vague in my quote above:william-james88 wrote:And be sure to check back in 2 weeks for another fiction related one. If you read the comics, you will surely have a blast with it.
But I guess now, the secret is out as to what that list is
So check back in 2 weeks people!
Sorry to spoil the party....my bad man.
But that Ratchet may be the best Ratchet mold ever.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724133)
Posted by william-james88 on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:33pm CDT
The only competition that mold has (I guess) would be with animated Ratchet. I only have the cybertronian version of animated ratchet and I dont know if it is better than the Prime one or not. And no worrys about spoiling, you are excited about it and thats fun 
Posted by william-james88 on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:33pm CDT
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:william-james88 wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:
Ratchet needed some love here. That toy was amazing, and the fact that the BH edition used 2 Dinobots and Ironman for molding, I really really liked it.
I have that Beast Hunters Ratchet and I love him too. Its a killer sculpt and the base mold has a phenomenal transformation. I really like those side panels in vehicle mode becoming the arms. There is a lot going on in that deluxe. This really is a line with incredible molds.
Also D-Max, I was trying to keep it vague in my quote above:william-james88 wrote:And be sure to check back in 2 weeks for another fiction related one. If you read the comics, you will surely have a blast with it.
But I guess now, the secret is out as to what that list is
So check back in 2 weeks people!
Sorry to spoil the party....my bad man.
But that Ratchet may be the best Ratchet mold ever.
The only competition that mold has (I guess) would be with animated Ratchet. I only have the cybertronian version of animated ratchet and I dont know if it is better than the Prime one or not.
And no worrys about spoiling, you are excited about it and thats fun
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724134)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:37pm CDT
I still think that is the best mold. very little kibble that sticks out, cool head reveal, most of the CGI form is mimicked naturally. I love it so much
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 5th, 2015 @ 11:37pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:
But that Ratchet may be the best Ratchet mold ever.
The only competition that mold has (I guess) would be with animated Ratchet. I only have the cybertronian version of animated ratchet and I dont know if it is better than the Prime one or not.
I still think that is the best mold. very little kibble that sticks out, cool head reveal, most of the CGI form is mimicked naturally. I love it so much
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724186)
Posted by Rated X on September 6th, 2015 @ 3:40am CDT
Actually what I contributed was several ideas to help enhance Williams creativity when creating future lists. Ive pointed this out to him before and he knows how to take constructive criticism with stride. So my question to you would be this: If he isnt offended by my opinion, why are you trying to be offended oh his behalf ?
Posted by Rated X on September 6th, 2015 @ 3:40am CDT
Burn wrote:Rated X wrote:Not trying to be a d**k
And yet, because you contributed NOTHING to this thread but criticism, you still achieved what you weren't even trying to do.
Well done.
If someone spends hours researching and preparing a thread for people to discuss, actually discuss the topic of the thread, don't chime in just to tear it down and spit all over the work the thread creator did.
Actually what I contributed was several ideas to help enhance Williams creativity when creating future lists. Ive pointed this out to him before and he knows how to take constructive criticism with stride. So my question to you would be this: If he isnt offended by my opinion, why are you trying to be offended oh his behalf ?
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724192)
Posted by SkyWarpt on September 6th, 2015 @ 3:59am CDT
Posted by SkyWarpt on September 6th, 2015 @ 3:59am CDT
I liked Wheeljack as a character in this series and the mold is greatness too...but I preferred the Deadend colors and head sculpt
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724193)
Posted by frogbat on September 6th, 2015 @ 4:08am CDT
Posted by frogbat on September 6th, 2015 @ 4:08am CDT
Well my personal list in in the sig. Major disappointments for me included not being able to get a vehicon yet and ultra magnus not having his own character model in the show. Otherwise I really thoroughly enjoyed the show which sucked me into branching out into collecting the toys as well (I usually focus on the g1 related lines)
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724199)
Posted by Burn on September 6th, 2015 @ 5:48am CDT
I'm not offended. I'm merely stepping in as a staff member to deal with complaints about posts made by YOU.
The one thing I neglected to mention, but did so later on, was if you have those ideas, why not write them yourself?
Come on Rated X, you complain so much on this site, you antagonize, your criticize, well here's your chance. You want to see those ideas of yours posted? Then write them up. Contribute something positive to this site for once.
That's my challenge to you. I'll even sweeten the deal for you. For every two articles you post, I'll remove one of your warnings. Considering you're on your last chance, this will be a great way to get rid of some of those pesky warnings you have hanging over your head.
Put up, or shut up.
Posted by Burn on September 6th, 2015 @ 5:48am CDT
Rated X wrote:Burn wrote:Rated X wrote:Not trying to be a d**k
And yet, because you contributed NOTHING to this thread but criticism, you still achieved what you weren't even trying to do.
Well done.
If someone spends hours researching and preparing a thread for people to discuss, actually discuss the topic of the thread, don't chime in just to tear it down and spit all over the work the thread creator did.
Actually what I contributed was several ideas to help enhance Williams creativity when creating future lists. Ive pointed this out to him before and he knows how to take constructive criticism with stride. So my question to you would be this: If he isnt offended by my opinion, why are you trying to be offended oh his behalf ?
I'm not offended. I'm merely stepping in as a staff member to deal with complaints about posts made by YOU.
The one thing I neglected to mention, but did so later on, was if you have those ideas, why not write them yourself?
Come on Rated X, you complain so much on this site, you antagonize, your criticize, well here's your chance. You want to see those ideas of yours posted? Then write them up. Contribute something positive to this site for once.
That's my challenge to you. I'll even sweeten the deal for you. For every two articles you post, I'll remove one of your warnings. Considering you're on your last chance, this will be a great way to get rid of some of those pesky warnings you have hanging over your head.
Put up, or shut up.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724223)
Posted by Rated X on September 6th, 2015 @ 8:57am CDT
Ill accept your challenge. I was under the assumption the "Top 5" was Williams thing but if he doesnt mind me contributing then Im down. As long as my work is credited because I dont do ghostwriting. But saying I havent contributed anything positive to this site is a little harsh. Ive submitted several of my customs to Transtopia section of this site including verbiage accompanying the pictures. Ive also reviewed Hercules in great detail for Yotosan's 3rd party site. And I do plenty of fly swatting in the "unofficial" section...free of charge.
Let me come up with something and Ill shoot you a PM when I got it ready. You know my writing style very well. Expect vintage X.
Posted by Rated X on September 6th, 2015 @ 8:57am CDT
Burn wrote:Rated X wrote:Burn wrote:Rated X wrote:Not trying to be a d**k
And yet, because you contributed NOTHING to this thread but criticism, you still achieved what you weren't even trying to do.
Well done.
If someone spends hours researching and preparing a thread for people to discuss, actually discuss the topic of the thread, don't chime in just to tear it down and spit all over the work the thread creator did.
Actually what I contributed was several ideas to help enhance Williams creativity when creating future lists. Ive pointed this out to him before and he knows how to take constructive criticism with stride. So my question to you would be this: If he isnt offended by my opinion, why are you trying to be offended oh his behalf ?
I'm not offended. I'm merely stepping in as a staff member to deal with complaints about posts made by YOU.
The one thing I neglected to mention, but did so later on, was if you have those ideas, why not write them yourself?
Come on Rated X, you complain so much on this site, you antagonize, your criticize, well here's your chance. You want to see those ideas of yours posted? Then write them up. Contribute something positive to this site for once.
That's my challenge to you. I'll even sweeten the deal for you. For every two articles you post, I'll remove one of your warnings. Considering you're on your last chance, this will be a great way to get rid of some of those pesky warnings you have hanging over your head.
Put up, or shut up.
Ill accept your challenge. I was under the assumption the "Top 5" was Williams thing but if he doesnt mind me contributing then Im down. As long as my work is credited because I dont do ghostwriting. But saying I havent contributed anything positive to this site is a little harsh. Ive submitted several of my customs to Transtopia section of this site including verbiage accompanying the pictures. Ive also reviewed Hercules in great detail for Yotosan's 3rd party site. And I do plenty of fly swatting in the "unofficial" section...free of charge.
Let me come up with something and Ill shoot you a PM when I got it ready. You know my writing style very well. Expect vintage X.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724229)
Posted by Va'al on September 6th, 2015 @ 9:15am CDT
If you come up with something, please email it to Will directly, or news[at]seibertron[dot]com - rather than Burn. Will has opened up to external writers multiple times, this would not be a first.
Posted by Va'al on September 6th, 2015 @ 9:15am CDT
Rated X wrote:Burn wrote:Rated X wrote:Burn wrote:Rated X wrote:Not trying to be a d**k
And yet, because you contributed NOTHING to this thread but criticism, you still achieved what you weren't even trying to do.
Well done.
If someone spends hours researching and preparing a thread for people to discuss, actually discuss the topic of the thread, don't chime in just to tear it down and spit all over the work the thread creator did.
Actually what I contributed was several ideas to help enhance Williams creativity when creating future lists. Ive pointed this out to him before and he knows how to take constructive criticism with stride. So my question to you would be this: If he isnt offended by my opinion, why are you trying to be offended oh his behalf ?
I'm not offended. I'm merely stepping in as a staff member to deal with complaints about posts made by YOU.
The one thing I neglected to mention, but did so later on, was if you have those ideas, why not write them yourself?
Come on Rated X, you complain so much on this site, you antagonize, your criticize, well here's your chance. You want to see those ideas of yours posted? Then write them up. Contribute something positive to this site for once.
That's my challenge to you. I'll even sweeten the deal for you. For every two articles you post, I'll remove one of your warnings. Considering you're on your last chance, this will be a great way to get rid of some of those pesky warnings you have hanging over your head.
Put up, or shut up.
Ill accept your challenge. I was under the assumption the "Top 5" was Williams thing but if he doesnt mind me contributing then Im down. As long as my work is credited because I dont do ghostwriting. But saying I havent contributed anything positive to this site is a little harsh. Ive submitted several of my customs to Transtopia section of this site including verbiage accompanying the pictures. Ive also reviewed Hercules in great detail for Yotosan's 3rd party site. And I do plenty of fly swatting in the "unofficial" section...free of charge.
Let me come up with something and Ill shoot you a PM when I got it ready. You know my writing style very well. Expect vintage X.
If you come up with something, please email it to Will directly, or news[at]seibertron[dot]com - rather than Burn. Will has opened up to external writers multiple times, this would not be a first.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724237)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on September 6th, 2015 @ 10:08am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on September 6th, 2015 @ 10:08am CDT
It's true that most toys of these lines were amazing. So, I'll have to think outside the box and let me come with a list of my own:
# 5 -- First Edition deluxe Megatron.
Yeah, it's the deluxe but who give a crap about scale when the toy is 100% show accurate in both modes? It's also feel way more solid and transform way better than the Prime RID Voyager mold. Truly, that Megs is one of the best Megatron toys ever!
# 4 -- Beast Hunters Cyberverse Bludgeon.
This may be a very odd choice, but that Shockwave repaint is DA BOMB! It's very well painted and have a very intimidating bot mode. And that headsculpt is spot on. Amazingly, I find his altmode work better for him tham Shockwave. So, why chose him over the iconic Shocky? I think more colors and a less boring face make all the difference.
# 3 -- Prime RID Hotshot.
Haters gonna hate, the Prime Bumblebee mold is AMAZING. It's fun to fiddle with and give a great bot mode and vehicle mode. However, at that time, we are still neck deep in the Hive. Enough Bees was enough. So, a Bee mold that is NOT Bee was what the doctor ordered. That metalic shiny blue all over. These painted details. And that amazing head with functioning visor! Truly, Bee had to NOT being Bee to be great!
# 2 -- Prime 1st Edition Bulkhead.
This one will surprize no one. I chose him over Prime RID Vehicon because I find Vehicon boring. 1st Ed Bulkhead, however, have some mind-blowing engeneering. It start with a very compact, almost old deluxe size vehicle. That vehicle is perfect and have no robot parts visible at all. Then, the transformation. That transformation is so incredible, it's like dark magic! All the panels fold out to become Bulky's bulking belly! Everything fold and pull out from itself to finally make a bot that is solid voyager size, almost 3 times as huge as his vehicle mode! Oh yeah, and near perfect show-accuracy is the cherry on top of that legendary sunday.
# 1 -- Beast Hunters "voyager" cyberverse-enhanced Predaking.
I hear you going "WAAAAAAAAT?" from here. Yeah, for me, that Predaking is the top of that generation. Yeah, h's hollow all-over. Yes, he miss some articulation points. Yeas, he's not show accurate at all. But for me, these flaws are completely overshadowed by the overall greatness of that figure. First, he's not a voyager, despite being classified officially as such. He's HUGE. Classic Ultra class at the very least. Second, he's amazing looking in both modes, yes, even with the derpy tail-sword. The clear-smokey plastic is genius and he have a buckload of paint aps. Finally, he's really, really fun to play with. Really. It's fun to transform, it transform quick and fast, and is very articulated all over. Also, it's not just a cyberverse upscale. It's completely new engeneering BASED on the cyberverse. I know because I do have the Cyberverse Predaking mold and it don't hold a candle to the greatness of ULTRA Predaking!
So, what do you think of my list?
# 5 -- First Edition deluxe Megatron.
Yeah, it's the deluxe but who give a crap about scale when the toy is 100% show accurate in both modes? It's also feel way more solid and transform way better than the Prime RID Voyager mold. Truly, that Megs is one of the best Megatron toys ever!
# 4 -- Beast Hunters Cyberverse Bludgeon.
This may be a very odd choice, but that Shockwave repaint is DA BOMB! It's very well painted and have a very intimidating bot mode. And that headsculpt is spot on. Amazingly, I find his altmode work better for him tham Shockwave. So, why chose him over the iconic Shocky? I think more colors and a less boring face make all the difference.
# 3 -- Prime RID Hotshot.
Haters gonna hate, the Prime Bumblebee mold is AMAZING. It's fun to fiddle with and give a great bot mode and vehicle mode. However, at that time, we are still neck deep in the Hive. Enough Bees was enough. So, a Bee mold that is NOT Bee was what the doctor ordered. That metalic shiny blue all over. These painted details. And that amazing head with functioning visor! Truly, Bee had to NOT being Bee to be great!
# 2 -- Prime 1st Edition Bulkhead.
This one will surprize no one. I chose him over Prime RID Vehicon because I find Vehicon boring. 1st Ed Bulkhead, however, have some mind-blowing engeneering. It start with a very compact, almost old deluxe size vehicle. That vehicle is perfect and have no robot parts visible at all. Then, the transformation. That transformation is so incredible, it's like dark magic! All the panels fold out to become Bulky's bulking belly! Everything fold and pull out from itself to finally make a bot that is solid voyager size, almost 3 times as huge as his vehicle mode! Oh yeah, and near perfect show-accuracy is the cherry on top of that legendary sunday.
# 1 -- Beast Hunters "voyager" cyberverse-enhanced Predaking.
I hear you going "WAAAAAAAAT?" from here. Yeah, for me, that Predaking is the top of that generation. Yeah, h's hollow all-over. Yes, he miss some articulation points. Yeas, he's not show accurate at all. But for me, these flaws are completely overshadowed by the overall greatness of that figure. First, he's not a voyager, despite being classified officially as such. He's HUGE. Classic Ultra class at the very least. Second, he's amazing looking in both modes, yes, even with the derpy tail-sword. The clear-smokey plastic is genius and he have a buckload of paint aps. Finally, he's really, really fun to play with. Really. It's fun to transform, it transform quick and fast, and is very articulated all over. Also, it's not just a cyberverse upscale. It's completely new engeneering BASED on the cyberverse. I know because I do have the Cyberverse Predaking mold and it don't hold a candle to the greatness of ULTRA Predaking!
So, what do you think of my list?
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724280)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 6th, 2015 @ 12:24pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 6th, 2015 @ 12:24pm CDT
@Kanrabat, very interesting list. I must say that simplified Predaking looks better than the regular voyager predaking, and Hot shot does have a cool head. I like it, and I'll agree to some very valid points.
Ratchet still needs love though, just saying
Ratchet still needs love though, just saying
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724287)
Posted by munkimus prime on September 6th, 2015 @ 12:39pm CDT
Posted by munkimus prime on September 6th, 2015 @ 12:39pm CDT
If I had to list them, My top 5 would be.
5- Arms Micron Ironhide
4- Deluxe Wheeljack
3- First Edition Arcee
2- Arms Micron Breakdown/Swerve
1- First Edition Bulkhead.
5- Arms Micron Ironhide
4- Deluxe Wheeljack
3- First Edition Arcee
2- Arms Micron Breakdown/Swerve
1- First Edition Bulkhead.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724353)
Posted by Evil Eye on September 6th, 2015 @ 4:25pm CDT
Posted by Evil Eye on September 6th, 2015 @ 4:25pm CDT
Sergeant Kup is, in my opinion, a pretty great figure. Neat little alt mode, great robot mode and a sweet colour scheme.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724361)
Posted by Va'al on September 6th, 2015 @ 4:52pm CDT
Posted by Va'al on September 6th, 2015 @ 4:52pm CDT
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:Burn wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:these top 5's are a pretty awesome way to bring up some stuff that may have been dormant and bring back some good memories (like that vehicon for me)
I think when it comes to the Vehicons, they've gained more popularity than expected due to the fans naming them "Steve" and having it snowball from there.
Plus they're the Transformer equivalent of a Storm Trooper, high in numbers, low in firepower, couldn't hit the broadside of a barn.
And they honestly do look good.
Very true. Clone troopers is actually a very good comparison. And I personally love emgo's "Gary" best
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724367)
Posted by Rodimus Minor on September 6th, 2015 @ 5:06pm CDT
Posted by Rodimus Minor on September 6th, 2015 @ 5:06pm CDT
Oh so hard to choose
1) FE Bulkhead
2) RID Vehicon
3) Voyager Sky-Quake
4) Deluxe Dead-end
5) AM Ironhide
1) FE Bulkhead
2) RID Vehicon
3) Voyager Sky-Quake
4) Deluxe Dead-end
5) AM Ironhide
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724411)
Posted by DarkEnergon on September 6th, 2015 @ 9:57pm CDT
Posted by DarkEnergon on September 6th, 2015 @ 9:57pm CDT
I agree with a lot of this list - now - some folks here have made points that got me to change my mind on some things Because I thought FE Bulkhead and FE Cliffjumper were just the best best mostest wonderfullest transformers ever, but compared to the transformations of the vehicon and wheeljack - and the fun factor in transforming them - they are a step behind. Because Bulkhead and Cliffjumper are a bitch to transform. They just have such AWESOME robot modes.
I never got ratchet, because i read so many bad reviews of him
I'm surprised that starscream FE made the list, but you make another good case. He's a toy that is full of character, and often was my favorite desk toy.
FE Arcee was quite good, but that big-ass wheel on her back always detracted.
Soundwave was a favorite, too, just wanted some better paint.
Because I thought FE Bulkhead and FE Cliffjumper were just the best best mostest wonderfullest transformers ever, but compared to the transformations of the vehicon and wheeljack - and the fun factor in transforming them - they are a step behind. Because Bulkhead and Cliffjumper are a bitch to transform. They just have such AWESOME robot modes.I never got ratchet, because i read so many bad reviews of him
I'm surprised that starscream FE made the list, but you make another good case. He's a toy that is full of character, and often was my favorite desk toy.
FE Arcee was quite good, but that big-ass wheel on her back always detracted.
Soundwave was a favorite, too, just wanted some better paint.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724427)
Posted by william-james88 on September 6th, 2015 @ 11:20pm CDT
Yeah this guy is awesome and he even comes with his own Star Sabre! Its also awesome how they retooled his chest to make it look like a skull.
I love the rest of your list and you are very convincing in me wanting to get everything I dont have on there. I was even looking on e-bay to see what the prices were for some. That Predaking for instance looks so much sleeker than the cyberverse it is based on. I cant even see its split Dragon heads from that angle, and those wings are awesome.
So yeah, amazing list!
A few things I wanted to saw in general after reading the comments. I am glad everyone likes the Wheeljack toy as much as me and I find it cool that it is actually based on an actual concept by Lancia. While I use Wheeljack, my compliments are really towards the mold so Deadend is just as valid on this list. It's the general mold that wins the spot.
And lastly, I am surprise to see not one person mention FE Prime so far. I see Arcee and even the Kup/Ironhide mold mentioned instead. Thats awesome but also quite hard to believe. I mean this is the best toy list, not the best character list Is there any reason no one else includes them on their top list so far? And am I to take it that FE Bulkhead and, say, AM Ironhide are better toys in your collective eyes?
Oh and Kanrabat, I do disagree on FE Bulkead not having any robot kibble showing up in alt mode. One thing I dont like about the mold is how much undercariage you can see in truck mode, its like he has tumours growing under there:
Transformers Prime: First Edition Bulkhead Gallery
Transformers Prime: First Edition Bulkhead Gallery
Posted by william-james88 on September 6th, 2015 @ 11:20pm CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:It's true that most toys of these lines were amazing. So, I'll have to think outside the box and let me come with a list of my own:
# 4 -- Beast Hunters Cyberverse Bludgeon.
This may be a very odd choice, but that Shockwave repaint is DA BOMB! It's very well painted and have a very intimidating bot mode. And that headsculpt is spot on. Amazingly, I find his altmode work better for him tham Shockwave. So, why chose him over the iconic Shocky? I think more colors and a less boring face make all the difference.
Yeah this guy is awesome and he even comes with his own Star Sabre! Its also awesome how they retooled his chest to make it look like a skull.
I love the rest of your list and you are very convincing in me wanting to get everything I dont have on there. I was even looking on e-bay to see what the prices were for some. That Predaking for instance looks so much sleeker than the cyberverse it is based on. I cant even see its split Dragon heads from that angle, and those wings are awesome.
So yeah, amazing list!
A few things I wanted to saw in general after reading the comments. I am glad everyone likes the Wheeljack toy as much as me and I find it cool that it is actually based on an actual concept by Lancia. While I use Wheeljack, my compliments are really towards the mold so Deadend is just as valid on this list. It's the general mold that wins the spot.
And lastly, I am surprise to see not one person mention FE Prime so far. I see Arcee and even the Kup/Ironhide mold mentioned instead. Thats awesome but also quite hard to believe. I mean this is the best toy list, not the best character list
Is there any reason no one else includes them on their top list so far? And am I to take it that FE Bulkhead and, say, AM Ironhide are better toys in your collective eyes?Oh and Kanrabat, I do disagree on FE Bulkead not having any robot kibble showing up in alt mode. One thing I dont like about the mold is how much undercariage you can see in truck mode, its like he has tumours growing under there:
Transformers Prime: First Edition Bulkhead Gallery
Transformers Prime: First Edition Bulkhead Gallery
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724434)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 6th, 2015 @ 11:37pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 6th, 2015 @ 11:37pm CDT
Bulkhead is still my favorite Prime transformer, and he ranks third behind Trailbreaker and Sideswipe on my all-time favorites list. If I could afford that FE, I would so get it. the PRiD guy is cool, but just doesn't do it. But I will say BH Bulkhead is VERY BADASS. Love that mold so much!!!!!!!!
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724445)
Posted by prjkt on September 7th, 2015 @ 12:28am CDT
I actually rotate PRID WJ w/ Gen WJ as my "G1/Classics-verse" version, as the Prime mould looks pretty close to his RiD incarnation, especially as drawn by Sarah Stone. A great mould it is, looking at my collection I've got Wheeljack, Dark Energon Wheeljack, AM Wild Rider, Dead End (what was going on in that designers mind? It's so ridiculous it's awesome!) and TFCC Chromedome.
I've got Dark Energon Starscream (aka Skywarp) and it's a pretty sweet mould, almost perfect show accuracy apart from the nose-cone rear-end and triple-missile package, and very poseable.
I actually use the GDO version of FE Cliff as my Classics-verse Cliffjumper as the head is spot on, and it's a different mould to Bee. It's less than accurate depiction of the in-show model when compared to the PRID version actually helps differentiate the two in my mind. I do agree that he's a bit of a pain to transform, and won't always stay pegged into place in alt-mode
I do have to agree w/ #1 though - that Vehicon mould is pure awesome. I've got every version so far released, and the TAV version on pre-order. There's not much to say that hasn't already been said.
I do like the FE Megatron mould Kanrabat posted. I don't have that particular release, but the TFCC Rampage version, and it's really fun to transform, and everything fits together nicely.
Posted by prjkt on September 7th, 2015 @ 12:28am CDT
william-james88 wrote:A few things I wanted to saw in general after reading the comments. I am glad everyone likes the Wheeljack toy as much as me and I find it cool that it is actually based on an actual concept by Lancia. While I use Wheeljack, my compliments are really towards the mold so Deadend is just as valid on this list. It's the general mold that wins the spot.
I actually rotate PRID WJ w/ Gen WJ as my "G1/Classics-verse" version, as the Prime mould looks pretty close to his RiD incarnation, especially as drawn by Sarah Stone. A great mould it is, looking at my collection I've got Wheeljack, Dark Energon Wheeljack, AM Wild Rider, Dead End (what was going on in that designers mind? It's so ridiculous it's awesome!) and TFCC Chromedome.
I've got Dark Energon Starscream (aka Skywarp) and it's a pretty sweet mould, almost perfect show accuracy apart from the nose-cone rear-end and triple-missile package, and very poseable.
I actually use the GDO version of FE Cliff as my Classics-verse Cliffjumper as the head is spot on, and it's a different mould to Bee. It's less than accurate depiction of the in-show model when compared to the PRID version actually helps differentiate the two in my mind. I do agree that he's a bit of a pain to transform, and won't always stay pegged into place in alt-mode
I do have to agree w/ #1 though - that Vehicon mould is pure awesome. I've got every version so far released, and the TAV version on pre-order. There's not much to say that hasn't already been said.
I do like the FE Megatron mould Kanrabat posted. I don't have that particular release, but the TFCC Rampage version, and it's really fun to transform, and everything fits together nicely.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724465)
Posted by Evil_the_Nub on September 7th, 2015 @ 2:47am CDT
You've got a point. Prime had some great figures, but when I look back on the line I remember the frustration and boneheaded missteps they took with it. Terrible distribution, not releasing some figures in the US, my favorite character from the show getting one of the worst figures ever made.
Posted by Evil_the_Nub on September 7th, 2015 @ 2:47am CDT
Noideaforaname wrote:I think aesthetically Prime felt too derivative from previous lines ("Bayverse Animated"), the perceived shift in quality between First Edition and the rest of the line checkered people's view, and Hasbro not carrying over Breakdown was a serious misstep.
You've got a point. Prime had some great figures, but when I look back on the line I remember the frustration and boneheaded missteps they took with it. Terrible distribution, not releasing some figures in the US, my favorite character from the show getting one of the worst figures ever made.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724485)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on September 7th, 2015 @ 8:05am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on September 7th, 2015 @ 8:05am CDT
Not bothering multi-quoting 'cause I feel lazy.
@Will
Oh yeah, 1st Ed Bulkhead DO have undercarriage in vehicle mode. However, the fact that I did not remember nor care mean that that flaw is like an ice cube thrown into the sun of his overall awesomeness!
You also did miss out big time over that "Cyberverse" ULTRA Predaking. My theory is you did not get it because you alreasy had the giant version. After owning the original voyager and Cyberverse version, and after seeing extensive video reviews of the big supreme Predaking, "Voyager" 2014 Predaking blow them all out of the sky with extreme prejudice. He was also made in limited quantities and was on TrU's shelves for a very limited time. Good luck finding it locally in the wild.
Cheapest I could find on Ebay: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?siteid=0&pub=5574891718&campid=5336631220&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.ca%2Fitm%2FPREDAKING-TRANSF%20...%201a0585fe4e%3C%2Fa%3E%3F
One thing that make the search not easy is that particular version don't have a distinctive name. Finally just look at the review down below to see how he work:
Seriously, That predaking is my defenitive Prime #1, simply for how awesome and FUN he is.
@Will
Oh yeah, 1st Ed Bulkhead DO have undercarriage in vehicle mode. However, the fact that I did not remember nor care mean that that flaw is like an ice cube thrown into the sun of his overall awesomeness!
You also did miss out big time over that "Cyberverse" ULTRA Predaking. My theory is you did not get it because you alreasy had the giant version. After owning the original voyager and Cyberverse version, and after seeing extensive video reviews of the big supreme Predaking, "Voyager" 2014 Predaking blow them all out of the sky with extreme prejudice. He was also made in limited quantities and was on TrU's shelves for a very limited time. Good luck finding it locally in the wild.
Cheapest I could find on Ebay: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?siteid=0&pub=5574891718&campid=5336631220&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.ca%2Fitm%2FPREDAKING-TRANSF%20...%201a0585fe4e%3C%2Fa%3E%3F
One thing that make the search not easy is that particular version don't have a distinctive name. Finally just look at the review down below to see how he work:
Seriously, That predaking is my defenitive Prime #1, simply for how awesome and FUN he is.
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724508)
Posted by Rodimus Minor on September 7th, 2015 @ 10:34am CDT
Posted by Rodimus Minor on September 7th, 2015 @ 10:34am CDT
I Would also Like to add FE Cliffjumper as an honourable Mention
Re: Top 5 Best Transformers Prime Toys (1724571)
Posted by Hero Alpha on September 7th, 2015 @ 1:56pm CDT
Just like the G1 Wheeljack was based on the 1976 Lancia Stratos. I have both RiD Prime and BH Go! Wheeljack and love them both.
Posted by Hero Alpha on September 7th, 2015 @ 1:56pm CDT
Heckfire wrote:Wheeljack's alt-mode isn't Cybertronian, it's based on the 2011 Lancia Stratos concept car.
Just like the G1 Wheeljack was based on the 1976 Lancia Stratos. I have both RiD Prime and BH Go! Wheeljack and love them both.
