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News Credits: 1 · by **Rodimus Minor** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:35 pm

Why is everyone hating on the new Optimus he looks cool

News Credits: 1 · by **Erailea** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:44 pm

Sodan-1 wrote:
Autobot032 wrote:
Sodan-1 wrote:
GuyIncognito wrote:Is it possible that the FoC line might not have a Bumblebee figure at all?!

I was going to put a laughing smiley and say you're being ridiculous, but now you mention it, it does speak volumes that he's not in the first or second waves (as far as we know).

There's really no need for a Bumblebee. As far as I can tell, the same character model from WFC is being used in FOC. They could repack him for FOC, but if they're smart, they won't. lol

You're right that there's no need for a FoC Bumblebee. But then again, was there any need for this?

http://www.seibertron.com/images/toys/f ... bee127.jpg
And that's a tame example.

Of course there was! Something needed to keep the shelves warm and comfy. They get lonely too!

In all seriousness, I agree with Autobot032 with " :SICK:

" No more Bumblebots! >.<

News Credits: 1 · by **Sodan-1** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:54 pm

Erailea wrote:Of course there was! Something needed to keep the shelves warm and comfy. They get lonely too!

In all seriousness, I agree with Autobot032 with " " No more Bumblebots! >.<

Don't misunderstand me, I have no desire to see another Bumblebee on the pegs either. But it'd really surprise me if the money spinners at Hasbro don't push to turn our toy aisles yellow.

by **TransformedTv** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:56 pm

WOW! these new pictures make me want them even more especially Prime! =P~

by **TorontosVeryOwn** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:00 pm

Thinking about pre-ordering the case of 3 set, can anybody tell me if its worth it to upgrade to collectors grade for 6.00 dollars more? or is standard grade just as fine... 47.99 vs 53.99

Website · by **RK_Striker_JK_5** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:00 pm

Sodan-1 wrote:
Autobot032 wrote:
Sodan-1 wrote:
GuyIncognito wrote:Is it possible that the FoC line might not have a Bumblebee figure at all?!

I was going to put a laughing smiley and say you're being ridiculous, but now you mention it, it does speak volumes that he's not in the first or second waves (as far as we know).

There's really no need for a Bumblebee. As far as I can tell, the same character model from WFC is being used in FOC. They could repack him for FOC, but if they're smart, they won't. lol

You're right that there's no need for a FoC Bumblebee. But then again, was there any need for this?

And that's a tame example.

No, no we did not. I realize he sells, but if other toys were pushed, they might sell too. Variety is the spice of life and all!

News Credits: 1 · by **Erailea** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:06 pm

Sodan-1 wrote:
Erailea wrote:Of course there was! Something needed to keep the shelves warm and comfy. They get lonely too!

In all seriousness, I agree with Autobot032 with " " No more Bumblebots! >.<

Don't misunderstand me, I have no desire to see another Bumblebee on the pegs either. But it'd really surprise me if the money spinners at Hasbro don't push to turn our toy aisles yellow.

Haha. No, no, don't worry. I think its a given most people would be happy to see Bee vanish (or at least have the number of representations significantly cut), but, as you said, Hasbro is milking him for all he's worth.

We'll jsut have to wait and see what they do with the little bugger.

edited in:

TorontosVeryOwn wrote:Thinking about pre-ordering the case of 3 set, can anybody tell me if its worth it to upgrade to collectors grade for 6.00 dollars more? or is standard grade just as fine... 47.99 vs 53.99

In my experience with BBTS the "collectors" thing is kind of a touch and go joke. The upgrade just means they make sure you get near-mint box, but usually you get one anyway. They pack really well too (dunno if you've ordered from them before). Only once did they send me a figure (FE Cliffjumper no less) with enough packing tape wrapped around his box (yes, the box itself) to keep the Titanic afloat. FE Bulkhead, who was in the same shipment was pristine however, so go figure. That's the only time they sent me something that was just dumb. Otherwise everything has arrived in good shape.

News Credits: 241 · by **Jelze Bunnycat** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:08 pm

Erailea wrote:
Sodan-1 wrote:
Autobot032 wrote:
Sodan-1 wrote:
GuyIncognito wrote:Is it possible that the FoC line might not have a Bumblebee figure at all?!

I was going to put a laughing smiley and say you're being ridiculous, but now you mention it, it does speak volumes that he's not in the first or second waves (as far as we know).

There's really no need for a Bumblebee. As far as I can tell, the same character model from WFC is being used in FOC. They could repack him for FOC, but if they're smart, they won't. lol

You're right that there's no need for a FoC Bumblebee. But then again, was there any need for this?

http://www.seibertron.com/images/toys/f ... bee127.jpg
And that's a tame example.

Of course there was! Something needed to keep the shelves warm and comfy. They get lonely too!

In all seriousness, I agree with Autobot032 with " " No more Bumblebots! >.<

If you ask me, we can expect repaints of Bumblebee and Megatron further down the line. Unless Bumblebee gets killed off that is...

News Credits: 36 · by **Pretender Skywarp** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:08 pm

I wouldn't object to him being there, just don't overpack him....

It's actually a positive thing that he's not in the first wave!

News Credits: 1 · by **duo_maxwell_1017** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:40 pm

Rodimus Minor wrote:Why is everyone hating on the new Optimus he looks cool

I agree, everyone would be complaining if it was a duplicate from WFC. In car mode he kinda looks like War Within Prime. I would know cause I have that version of Prime plus 63 other versions of Prime.

by **TorontosVeryOwn** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:55 pm

i pre-ordered my case set of 3 from bbs!can't wait! is shipping already included into the 47.99 or is the shipping added to the 47.99?

News Credits: 1 · by **duo_maxwell_1017** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 3:57 pm

TorontosVeryOwn wrote:i pre-ordered my case set of 3 from bbs!can't wait! is shipping already included into the 47.99 or is the shipping added to the 47.99?

$47.99 plus shipping

News Credits: 251 · by **Mindmaster** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 4:19 pm

I'm both pissed and relieved. Why? Because I can't preorder Shockwave by himself at the moment and I can use my twenty bucks on my best friend when I see her tomorrow. :BANG_HEAD:

by **Fox Thiagarajan** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 4:46 pm

Does anyone have an idea as to approximately when these will realistically be at retail? I pre-ordered them at BBTS, but would def be willing to go hunting if I had a better idea as to what portion of May they will hit the toy aisles.

News Credits: 251 · by **Mindmaster** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 4:48 pm

Drift082111 wrote:Does anyone have an idea as to approximately when these will realistically be at retail? I pre-ordered them at BBTS, but would def be willing to go hunting if I had a better idea as to what portion of May they will hit the toy aisles.

They weren't specific on the details. Just May. I predict somewhere around the 10th-20th.

News Credits: 1 · by **Rodimus Minor** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 4:53 pm

TransformedTv wrote:WOW! these new pictures make me want them even more especially Prime! and

Finally someone on the same page as me

News Credits: 668 · by **Autobot032** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 4:54 pm

Mindmaster wrote:
Drift082111 wrote:Does anyone have an idea as to approximately when these will realistically be at retail? I pre-ordered them at BBTS, but would def be willing to go hunting if I had a better idea as to what portion of May they will hit the toy aisles.

They weren't specific on the details. Just May. I predict somewhere around the 10th-20th.

Sounds about right. Sometimes BBTS gets their's in before retail sightings, other times it seems to be the same, and once in a blue moon, you'll hear of retail sightings before they get their's in.

I'm guessing late May, early June before they hit the east coast. Closer to July for full saturation.

by **Fox Thiagarajan** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 5:15 pm

Autobot032 wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:
Drift082111 wrote:Does anyone have an idea as to approximately when these will realistically be at retail? I pre-ordered them at BBTS, but would def be willing to go hunting if I had a better idea as to what portion of May they will hit the toy aisles.

They weren't specific on the details. Just May. I predict somewhere around the 10th-20th.

Sounds about right. Sometimes BBTS gets their's in before retail sightings, other times it seems to be the same, and once in a blue moon, you'll hear of retail sightings before they get their's in.

I'm guessing late May, early June before they hit the east coast. Closer to July for full saturation.

Very cool. Thanks everyone!

Website · by **RK_Striker_JK_5** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:42 pm

Rodimus Minor wrote:
TransformedTv wrote:WOW! these new pictures make me want them even more especially Prime! and

Finally someone on the same page as me

Oh, I like Prime as well.

News Credits: 1 · by **Erailea** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:49 pm

RK_Striker_JK_5 wrote:
Rodimus Minor wrote:
TransformedTv wrote:WOW! these new pictures make me want them even more especially Prime! and

Finally someone on the same page as me

Oh, I like Prime as well.

Same. Only reason why I even thought to pre-order the set. Haha. Wouldn't have ordered a case if I didn't like all three

News Credits: 1452 · by **Blurrz** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:50 pm

Probably the first time where I'd get the case off BBTS considering the shenanigans as of late with distribution. Might get 2 for kitbashing lulz..

by **combiner711** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:01 pm

That Hasbro guy who is responsible for the "More Bumblebee" idea is CRYING in HASBRO'S office corner! :lol:

News Credits: 3 · by **MagnusPrimal** » Wed Apr 25, 2012 10:31 pm

I'm getting tired of being asked to buy 2 figures I don't want in order to get 1 figure that I do.

News Credits: 1 · by **Erailea** » Thu Apr 26, 2012 7:54 am

MagnusPrimal wrote:I'm getting tired of being asked to buy 2 figures I don't want in order to get 1 figure that I do.

I'm sure store like BBTS are tired of being stuck with two toys when there is only a mad rush on one too.

News Credits: 3 · by **Fistful of Energon** » Thu Apr 26, 2012 9:27 am

GuyIncognito wrote:
Fistful of Energon wrote:There isnt even a price break for getting all 3!?! That's crap. Im preordering just avoid hunting hassles but i am a little disappointed in BBTS.

Have you never shopped there before? Aside from clearance sales, everything at BBTS is priced higher than retail. You're paying for the convenience of preordering.

I have shopped there PLENTY of times. Usually there is a small price break of a dollar per figure when you get a set of 2 or more. I realize its more than retail and the reason why and Im cool with that, because like I said i avoid hunting hassles.