The Energon Pub

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Sun Jul 21, 2013 8:25 pm

So, quick question...

I transformed my SDCC First Edition deluxe Optimus to bot mode today and for the first time I noticed he has 2 right thighs. Doesn't affect transformation, just makes bot mode seem "off". Does anyone else have the same error? I compared him to my Entertainment 2-Pack Optimus. That one has a right and a left...???

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Tue Aug 13, 2013 4:25 pm

Finally, have everything I have been hunting down through the years. At least until the TF4 figures are released. I thought I would stop in and update my pics. Thank you for checking the collection out. I hope you enjoy!

News Credits: 6188 · by **Va'al** » Tue Aug 13, 2013 4:39 pm

The.. optimal collection?

(I'm sorry, I'm sorry.. Nice work though!)

News Credits: 1 · by **njb902** » Tue Aug 13, 2013 8:22 pm

Wow look at all the optipotimi.

News Credits: 1 · by **njb902** » Tue Aug 13, 2013 8:23 pm

Wow look at all the optipotimi.

by **~Oceans Moons~** » Thu Aug 15, 2013 8:36 am

Holy moly!! Awesome collections you guys

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News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Mon Sep 09, 2013 6:51 pm

Thank you, everyone, for all the comments. They are very much appreciated. I will continue to updated from time to time. Be sure to check back!

by **skynet1O1** » Fri Oct 04, 2013 2:10 pm

This is an awesome collection, my wife too hates that I have a few on display. I myself try to collect Megatrons, but only have about 5.

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Fri Oct 04, 2013 7:02 pm

I used to have about 80 different Megatrons. I got rid of them just this last spring.

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Fri Oct 04, 2013 7:03 pm

I used to have about 80 different Megatrons. I got rid of them just this last spring.

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Sat Nov 09, 2013 7:21 pm

Please read beginning of the topic. Thank you.

by **RarityofConvoy** » Sat Nov 16, 2013 7:38 pm

Noooooo!

News Credits: 6188 · by **Va'al** » Sun Nov 17, 2013 5:52 am

Autobot Joe wrote:Please read beginning of the topic. Thank you.

That's a shame.

But good to see you completed your collection before deciding it was time to let it go again.
I would contribute, but I am in a) the wrong country, b) the wrong monetary situation, c) too small a flat. Best of luck!

by **rezasalleh** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 3:59 pm

Super random question - do you mind sharing the dimensions of your shelves? They're super vehicle mode friendly.

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 5:43 pm

Sure. I don't mind sharing. Each bookcase is (72"H X 30"W X 11.5"D). This would amount to over 30 cubic feet of Optimus Prime! I've actually added more since I posted this. I can't seem to stop...lol.

by **rezasalleh** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:20 pm

Autobot Joe wrote:Sure. I don't mind sharing. Each bookcase is (72"H X 30"W X 11.5"D). This would amount to over 30 cubic feet of Optimus Prime! I've actually added more since I posted this. I can't seem to stop...lol.

Thank you! One last question, what is the Prime (in truck mode) top left with the extra long trailer?

I collect Primes too but I only have 50 or so, just wanted to say this is amazing. What an effort!

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 9:32 pm

Thanks for the compliment. I appreciate it. The Optimus in the upper left is just leader class Optimus from Revenge of the Fallen. The trailer is a fan made custom that I found on Ebay. Near perfect scale to the cab. I haven't seen another one like it.

Just for reference, this collection is nearly 200 strong.

by **rezasalleh** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 10:35 pm

Ah ok cool. Thanks for sharing and again wow. One last question, what is jewel of this collection for you and how did you get it?

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Wed Nov 27, 2013 11:36 pm

Honestly, I don't know if I could name just one as the jewel. I would say I have a top 3. MP-10, ROTF Leader, and of course, G1. My G1 is the 2002 TRU Commemorative. I would say he was the hardest to acquire. It was the RID leader that brought me back into the Transformers universe, but that G1 commemorative was my first "hunt". I only heard about it by chance and immediately started calling every local Toys R Us until I found one in stock. Every memory of my childhood Transformers rushed through me when I got my hands on him and I've been hooked ever since.

At this stage of collecting, I am basically ahead of the game. I've covered an immense portion of any past releases. Anything new is generally easy to grab at retail if you have a great deal of patience. Any Asian market releases, I usually go through BBTS.com or wait for a good deal on Ebay. Due to demand and scalpers, etc., a deal on Ebay can take over a year to find but, again, it's all about the amount of patience you have.

Good luck with your collection. I'm glad you've enjoyed mine. Happy Thanksgiving!

by **rezasalleh** » Thu Nov 28, 2013 2:22 am

Thanks for that. I remember well acquiring my G1 again last year (after having him twice as a kid and obviously not appreciating him as much then). It was just as you said, instant throwback to my childhood.

Thanks for tips and slowly but surely, I shall have a collection I'm happy with :-)

Happy Thanksgiving!

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Thu Nov 28, 2013 9:30 am

Please enjoy the pics of my collection! It's taken me a long time to get to this point...oh, and a lot of money! Just ask my wife. It drives her insane. I was going to sell it all but I don't think I can part with it. I've decided to let the collection continue to grow. I will be moving everything back to my man cave once my brother in law moves out of the basement in a couple of weeks. I would like to do an upgrade to the shelving as well. Thank you everyone!

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Thu Feb 06, 2014 6:19 pm

First update in a long time! 2/6/2014. Enjoy!

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Sat Feb 08, 2014 12:33 pm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7drtAFi_ ... Hd9Ho1qsWg

Please check out my short update video. Thank you.

News Credits: 1 · by **Autobot Joe** » Mon Aug 04, 2014 4:53 pm

All of the above is for sale except G1 Commemorative (2002), 20th Anniversary, and Takara MP-10. Please PM with offers and/ or questions. Paypal everywhere, cash local (Detroit area, MI) Thank you.