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by **Dagon** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 6:03 pm

Primal Sabbath wrote:
Decepticon Sunstorm wrote:Guys, look at this:
LOST Cybertronian wrote:One of the toys uses a not yet released in U.S. headsculpt

Now normally, it would say, "an all-new head-sculpt", yet Pete felt the need to specify that it has not been used in the US. Of course, it could be clever wording, but that seems unlikely. If we take what has been said literally, we have two non-US heads left, Seeker and Conehead. Combined with the random red jet on Predacus's artwork, this can only mean one thing:

THE ALMIGHTY RED WING RETURNS!!

Except it looks less like Red Wing, and more like Terrorsaur. Although it could probably be used as both for those who would want it for the sole fact of it being another Classics Seeker mold, and not a BW character

But remember when the Club said the TFSS Seekers would be the last ever final use by the Club of the Seeker mold?

If this turns out to be either Red Wing or Terrorsaur, or a Terrorsaur who could stand in as Red Wing, I will do everything I can to get one. But, I can't figure out what would be more satisfying: another Classics Seeker figure, or more lulz thanks to the people who take what the Club says as some kind of ironclad gospel and can't not argue you that the Club said something so it must be true forever and ever.

News Credits: 1 · by **Lucky Logician** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 8:37 pm

Nine CW molds. Six in box set. One as the custom class. Leaving two unaccounted for...

Maybe one is a core and the other is 'army builder' autorooper? That way you could buy just one if you want or up to four if you want to complete the combiner.

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 8:44 pm

Lucky Logician wrote:Nine CW molds. Six in box set. One as the custom class. Leaving two unaccounted for...

Maybe one is a core and the other is 'army builder' autorooper? That way you could buy just one if you want or up to four if you want to complete the combiner.

Uhh, 5 in the boxset...

News Credits: 1 · by **Lucky Logician** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 9:20 pm

Hellscream9999 wrote:
Lucky Logician wrote:Nine CW molds. Six in box set. One as the custom class. Leaving two unaccounted for...

Maybe one is a core and the other is 'army builder' autorooper? That way you could buy just one if you want or up to four if you want to complete the combiner.

Uhh, 5 in the boxset...

Not according to this... http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... tes/34578/

First, a reminder about some package details. If you register as a Primus package holder, you will receive not just the 5 figure boxed set, but also a FREE additional Deluxe figure. We are excited to announce that this figure utilizes the Combiner Wars tooling and also features a NEW head sculpt that does not appear on any other souvenirs.

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 9:28 pm

Lucky Logician wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:
Lucky Logician wrote:Nine CW molds. Six in box set. One as the custom class. Leaving two unaccounted for...

Maybe one is a core and the other is 'army builder' autorooper? That way you could buy just one if you want or up to four if you want to complete the combiner.

Uhh, 5 in the boxset...

Not according to this... http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/ ... tes/34578/
First, a reminder about some package details. If you register as a Primus package holder, you will receive not just the 5 figure boxed set, but also a FREE additional Deluxe figure. We are excited to announce that this figure utilizes the Combiner Wars tooling and also features a NEW head sculpt that does not appear on any other souvenirs.

Well, you said 'in a boxset', that one is not in the boxset... just trying to keep things straight

News Credits: 1 · by **Lucky Logician** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 9:50 pm

Hellscream9999 wrote:Well, you said 'in a boxset', that one is not in the boxset... just trying to keep things straight

Sorry. I was simplifing as a lead-in to the autorooper prediction.

As a side note, is this confirmed to be what was formerly the 'attendee' figure? Or is this just weird wording?

If you register as a Primus package holder, you will receive not just the 5 figure boxed set, but also a FREE additional Deluxe figure.

It doesn't say attendees only. Just Primus package holders. So do non-attendee Primus people get it?

According to the Botcon website:

BONUS FIGURE: Primus Package attendees will receive an extra
surprise convention piece not available with the non-attending package.
This extra piece will not be sold and is our gift to you for making the trip.

So is this convention piece the figure? Or is it some little extra that isn't an actual figure?

News Credits: 112 · by **megatronus** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 10:13 pm

Lucky Logician wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:Well, you said 'in a boxset', that one is not in the boxset... just trying to keep things straight
Sorry. I was simplifing as a lead-in to the autorooper prediction.

As a side note, is this confirmed to be what was formerly the 'attendee' figure? Or is this just weird wording?
If you register as a Primus package holder, you will receive not just the 5 figure boxed set, but also a FREE additional Deluxe figure.
It doesn't say attendees only. Just Primus package holders. So do non-attendee Primus people get it?

According to the Botcon website:
BONUS FIGURE: Primus Package attendees will receive an extra
surprise convention piece not available with the non-attending package.
This extra piece will not be sold and is our gift to you for making the trip.
So is this convention piece the figure? Or is it some little extra that isn't an actual figure?

Is it confusing? Yes. Do I wish they worded it better? Yes.

Just... Yes.

News Credits: 437 · by **Sabrblade** » Tue Jan 19, 2016 10:50 pm

So we got:

5 CW molds in the boxed set

1 CW mold as the attendee freebie with a brand new headsculpt

1 CW mold as the custom class figure with an "an alternative head sculpt that is not available at retail"

1 CW Legends class souvenir figure, which will have an alternate version of itself included with the Golden Ticket package

1 non-CW "centerpiece" souvenir figure

That just leaves the two other souvenirs, one of which is uses a CW mold, and the other uses a non-CW mold. And either of these could be the troop-builder set.

Plus, one of the non-boxed set/non-attendee freebie figures will feature a headsculpt that has not been released in the U.S. before. This could be any of the souvenirs, or even the custom class figure due to its description of having an "alternative" headsculpt rather than a "new" headsculpt.

News Credits: 6188 · by **Va'al** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 10:19 am

Via the official Facebook page for BotCon, we have confirmation that registration for the 2016 event, taking place in Louisville, Kentucky, on April 7-10, is now open! You can head to the site now to register for one of many packages - and find out what you get with your ticket.

BotCon 2016 Registration is NOW LIVE. Visit BotCon.com to select your attendee package for North America's LARGEST TRANSFORMERS fan convention! You won't want to miss this truly spectacular TRANSFORMERS fan event! Looking forward to seeing everyone in Louisville, Ky April 7-10!

Hello Members!

BotCon Registration is now LIVE for both attending, non-attending and exhibitor packages!

Please go slowly and choose the correct items. If we have to make corrections to your registration, you may incur a $25 admin fee. You have 10 minutes to finish your registration once you begin.

The text is the same as in the Information Tab at BotCon.com. Please review it before you start, if you are uncertain about what package you need.

If you have a credit card problem, please contact your card issuer as we cannot do anything about cards that are declined.

You should get a registration confirmation email when you are finished. You will also receive, within 2 business days, a registration approval email once your registration has been reviewed and accepted.

If you are registering for another member at the same time, you will need to have their login and password before you begin.

In addition, if you want more than one boxed set for yourself, just put in the quantity for the registrations you want to process, and put them both in your name. You will only receive ONE name badge at the convention.

See you in Louisville!

Brian

News Credits: 33 · by **TF_JW** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 10:22 am

Some reminders/information before you register:

Hello Members!

BotCon Registration is now LIVE for both attending, non-attending and exhibitor packages!

Please go slowly and choose the correct items. If we have to make corrections to your registration, you may incur a $25 admin fee. You have 10 minutes to finish your registration once you begin.

The text is the same as in the Information Tab at BotCon.com. Please review it before you start, if you are uncertain about what package you need.

If you have a credit card problem, please contact your card issuer as we cannot do anything about cards that are declined.

You should get a registration confirmation email when you are finished. You will also receive, within 2 business days, a registration approval email once your registration has been reviewed and accepted.

If you are registering for another member at the same time, you will need to have their login and password before you begin.

In addition, if you want more than one boxed set for yourself, just put in the quantity for the registrations you want to process, and put them both in your name. You will only receive ONE name badge at the convention.

See you in Louisville!

Brian

News Credits: 461 · by **mooncake623** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 10:32 am

It's open!!! gogogo!

News Credits: 13 · by **steals_your_goats** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 10:45 am

So how long will registration be open approximately for the non attendee set? I can't make it to botcon but I really want the box set and I can't afford it just yet.

News Credits: 112 · by **megatronus** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 10:46 am

See you all there!

News Credits: 1 · by **Lucky Logician** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 10:52 am

Very nice registration process. Extremely smooth and easy. You've outdone yourselves on this one. :APPLAUSE:

News Credits: 42 · by **Autobot N** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 11:19 am

It's done! Got me and my Dad the Predacus box set, an assembled custom class figure, and a neat Botcon hat!
And yes, that was very easy.

News Credits: 639 · by **ScottyP** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 11:25 am

Bit the bullet and did Golden Ticket. It stung a little, but I'll manage. Actual process was smooth as butter.

steals_your_goats wrote:So how long will registration be open approximately for the non attendee set? I can't make it to botcon but I really want the box set and I can't afford it just yet.

You have from now until either 1) they cut registration off or 2) the non-attendee sets sell out. For 1, I'd wager they'll cut registration off mid-March or so, but that's just a guess. For 2, nobody knows when/if that happens but they're good about giving a heads up on social media when sell through starts to hit high percentages.

News Credits: 19 · by **Stuartmaximus** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:00 pm

Guys, the GT figure is definitely not Diaclone Bombshell, a deco that is not present on the other use(s) of the CW Bombshell mold for the BotCon set.

Let's just agree on that.

News Credits: 437 · by **Sabrblade** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:13 pm

Registered. 8348

1 Primus Package and 1 assembled class figure.

Also, some interesting Tweets from the BotCon Twitter:

To clarify on the Golden Ticket figure. It's more than just a minor paint change. The GT Legends figure is cast in different color plastic.

Also, the figure does not tie in to the Convention set theme directly, but it does tie in to the continuity the set takes place in.

Note, the set doesn't take place in the Beast Wars Uprising Universe. Where it DOES take place is quite exciting! Announcement on that soon!

No, the GT toy is NOT a Beast Wars character. It uses the troop builder mold & is tied to a familiar G1 character.

The class kit figure is ALSO not a Beast Wars character. It is a Generation 1 character.

No. But it IS a 1984/1985 Generation 1 character. You definitely should add the class/class kit to ur registration.

by **RodimusRex** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:28 pm

I could see Beast Hunters Shockwave or Warrior Class Prime as a pre-Beast Cryotek.

Current club stuff takes place just after the end of G2. Most of this stuff is semi-chronological. So this could be Cryotek hundreds of years before the Beast Wars.

Or maybe they make Cryotek out of Legends Shockwave so Predacus can use him as a gun.

News Credits: 437 · by **Sabrblade** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:32 pm

RodimusRex wrote:Current club stuff takes place just after the end of G2.

What "current club stuff"? Last year's magazine story was in the Shatteredverse, last year's BotCon comic was in Axiom Nexus, the pack-in comic that came with the Legacy set was post-Beast Machines, and the latest prose story was also in the Shatteredverse.

News Credits: 19 · by **Stuartmaximus** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:36 pm

maybe we'll get an Onyx Primal with a gold stamp :-D

News Credits: 437 · by **Sabrblade** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:42 pm

These Tweets confirm that the troop builder set uses a Legends mold, so now we have:

5 CW molds in the boxed set

1 CW mold as the attendee freebie with a brand new headsculpt

1 CW mold as the custom class figure with an "an alternative head sculpt that is not available at retail", and which is not a BW character but a 1984/1985 G1 character

1 CW Legends class mold as the troop builder souvenir set, which will have an alternate version of itself included with the Golden Ticket package, and the GT version is also not a BW character but is related to a familiar G1 character

1 non-CW "centerpiece" souvenir figure

1 CW mold souvenir figure

1 non-CW mold souvenir figure

Plus, one of the souvenir figures will feature a headsculpt that has not been released in the U.S. before.

News Credits: 1 · by **Lucky Logician** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:59 pm

Also, the GT figure does not tie in to the Convention set theme directly, but it does tie in to the continuity the set takes place in.

No, the GT toy is NOT a Beast Wars character. It uses the troop builder mold & is tied to a familiar G1 character.

The class kit figure is ALSO not a Beast Wars character. It is a Generation 1 character.

No. But it IS a 1984/1985 Generation 1 character. You definitely should add the class/class kit to ur registration.

Two things - (A) this almost sounds like it is set in G1 verse and (B) why no more love for BW characters for the anniversary?

News Credits: 19 · by **Stuartmaximus** » Wed Jan 20, 2016 1:02 pm

Sabrblade wrote:These Tweets confirm that the troop builder set uses a Legends mold, so now we have:

5 CW molds in the boxed set

1 CW mold as the attendee freebie with a brand new headsculpt

1 CW mold as the custom class figure with an "an alternative head sculpt that is not available at retail", and which is not a BW character but a 1984/1985 G1 character

1 CW Legends class mold as the troop builder souvenir set, which will have an alternate version of itself included with the Golden Ticket package, and the GT version is also not a BW character but is related to a familiar G1 character

1 non-CW "centerpiece" souvenir figure

1 CW mold souvenir figure

1 non-CW mold souvenir figure

Plus, one of the souvenir figures will feature a headsculpt that has not been released in the U.S. before.

ah but....some G1 characters ALSO appeared in BW(granted deactivated! but still)

Troop Builder? hmmmm...could it be an Insecticon after all :-?

as you can troop build those....i s'pose?

so....not a BW character but related to a familiar G1 character? well i guess Onyx Primal's out the window!