The Energon Pub

Mon Sep 23, 2013 5:14 pm

As bad as I want these, I'm in no hurry for the pre-orders to arrive. I don't want to break my wallet and I'm still playing with Uranus.

News Credits: 23 · Tue Sep 24, 2013 3:29 pm

Bovis in stock @ BBTS:

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MMC10012&mode=retail

News Credits: 2 · Tue Sep 24, 2013 3:30 pm

Yes, mine is now in POL. But I will wait for more to save my shipping.

News Credits: 461 · Tue Sep 24, 2013 3:43 pm

yep mines processing

News Credits: 123 · Tue Sep 24, 2013 3:52 pm

In stock at TFsource as well. Got a notification first thing this morning.

News Credits: 10 · Tue Sep 24, 2013 10:20 pm

Shipping POL next week, thanks to this guy. I'm giving MakeToys one more week to get Chaos and Mobine in...

Tue Sep 24, 2013 10:27 pm

I had enough in my POL to hit 'ship'. Should arrive next week.

News Credits: 119 · Mon Sep 30, 2013 10:34 pm

Tue Oct 01, 2013 12:13 am

News Credits: 4 · Tue Oct 01, 2013 1:15 am

I have Bovis, and he's awesome, except that I can't for the life of my pull up his connector to Leo Dux in leg mode. I'll post pics tomorrow.

News Credits: 2 · Tue Oct 01, 2013 9:49 am

These pictures just ...... :BOOM:

Tue Oct 01, 2013 9:58 am

i am so glad i went for these

that just looks amazing

Tue Oct 01, 2013 8:13 pm

That Bot wrote:I have Bovis, and he's awesome, except that I can't for the life of my pull up his connector to Leo Dux in leg mode. I'll post pics tomorrow.

Really?

I had no problem with it. Just rotated up fine.

News Credits: 4 · Tue Oct 01, 2013 10:57 pm

I managed to get it out by wedging a screwdriver in there, but now his unlock button is stuck. I'm hoping that sticking the leg in there will fix that. I'm also hoping that it loosens a little over time without losing stability.

Wed Oct 02, 2013 9:31 am

Hmm, okay, then.

Anyway, Tantrum is awesome.

I can't wait for their Headstrong. Back in the 80's, he was the only Predacon I owned. I got the reissue boxed set, but he's the one I really want.

News Credits: 4 · Wed Oct 02, 2013 12:12 pm

Here is the first picture in my album of Bovis/Tantrum. I keep all my toy pics on one big gallery, otherwise I'd link that. Just keep clicking "next", you'll know you're at the end when it gets to the picture of the Zoids. I might put the pictures up in a separate, non-Facebook gallery later, but these should be publicly viewable.

Wed Oct 02, 2013 12:57 pm

Great pics, Bot.

And yeah, their Predaking will be huge!x :shock:

News Credits: 33 · Wed Oct 02, 2013 1:08 pm

Kapow wrote.

The Bovis have arrived!!! all are packing and dispatching tomorrow for your Feral Rex enjoyment! thanks everyone also don't worry if you do not get a dispatch notice, we are running super hot at the mo and so busy getting the new goodies out we're a little behind on those, all MP17 Prowl will be finished shipping tomorrow.

News Credits: 1 · Fri Oct 04, 2013 7:26 am

This set is looking spectacular! There's nothing else I can say. I don't think there's anything else to be said.

My only niggle is the central area of Feral Rex is a little dull with just the black and silver. I'd have liked it to be coloured a little more like in the animation.

Autobot Genocide wrote:Kapow wrote...

...also don't worry if you do not get a dispatch notice, we are running super hot at the mo and so busy getting the new goodies out we're a little behind on those...

Further proof as to why I don't rate Kapow. How long can it take to send out a shipping notification?

News Credits: 10 · Fri Oct 04, 2013 8:07 am

Sodan-1 wrote:Further proof as to why I don't rate Kapow. How long can it take to send out a shipping notification?

You'd be surprised how quickly time adds up on sending messages like this. It seems like nothing much, but multiply it out by al the orders they have taken. Plus, is their database tied into their email system where shipping notifications can be automatically generated, or do they have to do it more or less by hand? It may seem like nothing much on any individual message, but aggregated it can become rather cumbersome.

Personally, I'd forgo email notification efforts if it leads to a couple of more customers getting their orders today instead of tomorrow. (Especially me!)

News Credits: 4 · Fri Oct 04, 2013 7:12 pm

The release schedule has been updated. It was
Bovis Sept 15
Leo Dux Oct 30
Fortis Nov 30
Talon Dec 15
Tigris and Felisaber Q1 2014.

Now it's
Bovis Sept 15
Fortis Nov 15
Leo Dux Dec 20
Talon Jan 15 2014
Tigris and Felisaber Q1 2014

Also the preorder discount for Leo Dux has been extended to November 1, if that hasn't been mentioned yet. What I've heard is that they want to allow people time to experience Bovis before they bite the bullet on the rest.

News Credits: 123 · Fri Oct 04, 2013 8:44 pm

That Bot wrote:The release schedule has been updated. It was
Bovis Sept 15
Leo Dux Oct 30
Fortis Nov 30
Talon Dec 15
Tigris and Felisaber Q1 2014.

Now it's
Bovis Sept 15
Fortis Nov 15
Leo Dux Dec 20
Talon Jan 15 2014
Tigris and Felisaber Q1 2014

Also the preorder discount for Leo Dux has been extended to November 1, if that hasn't been mentioned yet. What I've heard is that they want to allow people time to experience Bovis before they bite the bullet on the rest.

In his review, Peaugh mentioned that after doing test shots, they decided to tweak Leo Dux a bit more, and tighten him slightly for final production. That's why they switched him and Fortis, who is basically worked out.

Does my heart good that they're putting so much effort into these. I received Bovis on Tuesday, and I couldn't be happier. He is so heavy, sturdy, and badass.

News Credits: 10 · Fri Oct 04, 2013 9:26 pm

The only complaint I have, and it is a very minor one, is that Bovis is maybe a little too bulky. He is nearly as wide as long in Bull mode. Outside of that very minor quibble, he is awesome! I absolutely love the bot mode. It's going to be tough to not display him in bot mode and keep them all combined. I love the face and head! Well done, MMC! :APPLAUSE:

News Credits: 4 · Sat Oct 05, 2013 12:01 am

So am I the only one having so much trouble with the connector? After a few tries, I can force it a few notches by hand, but it is still supremely stiff and hard to move with my bare hands. I'm wondering if this is a QC issue and I should report it to MMC or BBTS.

News Credits: 123 · Sat Oct 05, 2013 1:16 am

That Bot wrote:So am I the only one having so much trouble with the connector? After a few tries, I can force it a few notches by hand, but it is still supremely stiff and hard to move with my bare hands. I'm wondering if this is a QC issue and I should report it to MMC or BBTS.

I had similar problems with TFC's Dr. Crank connectors. I just needed some extra torque/leverage. If you have a small butter knife or blunt letter opener, that should do the trick. You'll be thankful it's so tight when Rex maintains some crazy poses (I hope).