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SpikeyTigertron wrote:

I'll find out more Monday; but I was under the impression BBTS should be shipping mine out (versus Pre-Order) that said... kinda wish I went with Target.... That's what I get for working Graveyards and jumping the gun. I am curious if these will be in stores tho.

Same. There have been reports of people finding them with photos to prove and I've been checking but no luck so far. Doesn't seem like an item that would be in stores but if that $200 Star Wars tie fighter can be sold in stores why not this I suppose.

Randomhero wrote:

SpikeyTigertron wrote:

I'll find out more Monday; but I was under the impression BBTS should be shipping mine out (versus Pre-Order) that said... kinda wish I went with Target.... That's what I get for working Graveyards and jumping the gun. I am curious if these will be in stores tho.

Same. There have been reports of people finding them with photos to prove and I've been checking but no luck so far. Doesn't seem like an item that would be in stores but if that $200 Star Wars tie fighter can be sold in stores why not this I suppose.

Were there any in store sightings in the states though?

I thought someone mentioned spotting some in WA/Northern CA at one point.... but when i provided the (albe it Canadian) for Toys R Us and Target's DCPI.... got no hits.

Randomhero wrote:

SpikeyTigertron wrote:

I'll find out more Monday; but I was under the impression BBTS should be shipping mine out (versus Pre-Order) that said... kinda wish I went with Target.... That's what I get for working Graveyards and jumping the gun. I am curious if these will be in stores tho.

Same. There have been reports of people finding them with photos to prove and I've been checking but no luck so far. Doesn't seem like an item that would be in stores but if that $200 Star Wars tie fighter can be sold in stores why not this I suppose.

Because tie fighters have a real fan base.

but ouch, shots fired with the tie fighters... TBH, they want too much and it strikes me as WAY too big (unless there's some voodoo with the packaging).

Back on topic. BBTS processed my order, so I guess they sold out of the initial stock.

I still think she'll look good in a display with (the Takara) Windblade

Prowl4 wrote:Because tie fighters have a real fan base.

Not going to argue that, Victorion is a totally new character, the only reason a parent would buy it for a kid is because they might think it looks cool. Thats a chance most stores wont take. A Tie Fighter has much better odds of being recognized, wanted and aquired.

Other than LEGO or video games (which seem to always get a pass) general retail stuff that ends up at or north of $100 seems to shelf-warm unless it's Christmas Time.

I think what bothers me about stores not stocking Vicky (though again, I can understand why) is some kids who might truly enjoy her, won't even know she exists.

Off-topic. I'd have expected Rey's Speeder in a Starwars Black Vehicle line over a Tie-Fighter (size/cost-wise). But that's another completely different conversation to have (on another forum?).



also colors are breaking on the webpage, but not in the forums proper... strange.

Found ordering from the link on the page to be a hassle (no-loading on payment page), so I went to the normal Target website and ordered it just fine. Might keep her in a box for 30 days until a cheaper option can be found.

Attention mortals: My minions inform me that the fan-femme combiner set for 'Victorion' is up for sale at HasbroToyShop.com. http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/en/htsusa/-b3901as00

The promocode MAYMAYHEM is still in effect, so you can order this box set for $90 instead of $100. Order yours before they vanish and always remember, Death has your back!

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DeathReviews wrote:Attention mortals: My minions inform me that the fan-femme combiner set for 'Victorion' is up for sale at HasbroToyShop.com. http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/en/htsusa/-b3901as00

The promocode MAYMAYHEM is still in effect, so you can order this box set for $90 instead of $100. Order yours before they vanish and always remember, Death has your back!

PS - Subscribe to Death Reviews!

Yep, just picked her up on HTS for $90.30 shipped to IL. I have a 9 year old daughter that is just about as excited to get her as I am. And now, for the waiting...

TF-fan kev777 wrote:

DeathReviews wrote:Attention mortals: My minions inform me that the fan-femme combiner set for 'Victorion' is up for sale at HasbroToyShop.com. http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/en/htsusa/-b3901as00

The promocode MAYMAYHEM is still in effect, so you can order this box set for $90 instead of $100. Order yours before they vanish and always remember, Death has your back!

PS - Subscribe to Death Reviews!

Yep, just picked her up on HTS for $90.30 shipped to IL. I have a 9 year old daughter that is just about as excited to get her as I am. And now, for the waiting...

lol looks like I'm going to have to return the one I ordered from Target. Saving every little bit helps.

Slashercon wrote:

TF-fan kev777 wrote:

DeathReviews wrote:Attention mortals: My minions inform me that the fan-femme combiner set for 'Victorion' is up for sale at HasbroToyShop.com. http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/en/htsusa/-b3901as00

The promocode MAYMAYHEM is still in effect, so you can order this box set for $90 instead of $100. Order yours before they vanish and always remember, Death has your back!

PS - Subscribe to Death Reviews!

Yep, just picked her up on HTS for $90.30 shipped to IL. I have a 9 year old daughter that is just about as excited to get her as I am. And now, for the waiting...

lol looks like I'm going to have to return the one I ordered from Target. Saving every little bit helps.

Yeah, definitely thanks for the HTS heads up. I ordered and it shipped out this morning. Looking forward to it.

If anyone is looking for groove here are places you can get him:

US: http://www.poopoopanda.com/Transformers ... _5090.html

UK: http://masterforce.co.uk/product_info.p ... ts_id/2363

Have any of you been looking for the Takara Tomy Takara Legends LGEX Transformers Fest 2016 Exclusive Beast Wars figures? We are referring to the Legends Rattrap, Rhinox and Waspinator reissues with the most toon accurate paint scheme yet, and which happen to be convention exclusives in Japan. These are actually in stock and shipping at Robot Kingdom, in case you didnt see the latest newsletter.

Rhinox for US$ 49.90 : http://www.robotkingdom.com/lgexrhinox.html
Rattrap for US$ 34.90 : http://www.robotkingdom.com/lgexrattrap.html
Waspinator for US$ 34.90 : http://www.robotkingdom.com/lgexwaspinator.html

We have also been informed by fellow fan sracsose that they are also available on e-bay from the store A Plus ANIME CAMERA CONNECT and now has all the LGEX toys ready to ship at their standard "exclusive" prices (which arent that bad)

Rattrap for US$ 39.99: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Takara-Legends- ... 2247874229
Waspinator for US$ 39.99: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Takara-Legends- ... 2247874229
Rhinox for US$ 59.99: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Takara-Legends- ... 2247874229

Keep in mind that the shipping is cheaper for the e-bay listings. These have yet to show up at importers in the US.

Prices and links are just a wee bit mixed up there

Black Bumblebee wrote:Prices and links are just a wee bit mixed up there

Thanks for letting us know Its been fixed!

The clock just struck 12:00 am EST and Cinderella Transformers Combiner Wars Deluxe Groove just arrived. Several online retailers have posted the pre-orders for Combiner Wars Deluxe Groove for $24.99. You can find them listed below, and head here for our gallery!

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BigBadToyStore: http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Robot Kingdom: http://www.robotkingdom.com/gen16dlxgroove.html
Premium Collectables: http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/p ... ass-groove

If Combiner Wars isn't your bag, some sites also just posted the pre-orders for MP-25L Masterpiece LoudPedal for $89.99 which is a Decepticon flavored redeco of MP-25 Masterpiece Tracks.



TFSource: http://tfsource.com/masterpiece/mp-25L-loudpedal/
BBTS: http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail
Premium Collectables: http://www.premiumcollectables.com.au/p ... loud-pedal
RobotKingdom: http://www.robotkingdom.com/tftrmp25l.html

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PASS!

BBTS think they're doing someone a favor given who ridiculous the scalpers are selling Groove on Amazon.

I'll wait for a more reasonable price.

You know......this is a nice option for those who want to order Groove, and didn't already get him from overseas online retailers. Definitely put in an order for Loudpedal, though. I'll take any MP Decepticons I can get at this point.

Because of COURSE he's sold out within minutes. Awesome. ;/

that didn't last long.

Luckily I've already got my Groove, but haven't decided if I'll use him for Defensor or not yet.

He didn't sell out within minutes. The listing was up since around midnight. Try a few hours. As soon as I got home, four hours in, I snatched him up.

There will be lots of regret when he shows up at HTS with his intended retail price: http://www.dorksidetoys.com/Transformer ... 826as0.htm

And its too bad everyone just encouraged BBTS to continue these premium price practices.

william-james88 wrote:There will be lots of regret when he shows up at HTS with his intended retail price: http://www.dorksidetoys.com/Transformer ... 826as0.htm

And its too bad everyone just encouraged BBTS to continue these premium price practices.

My guess is that HTS is waiting for the MAYMAYHEM 15% off code to expire today before they release him on their site. But even then, regular retail is much better than the inflated prices on BBTS.

william-james88 wrote:There will be lots of regret when he shows up at HTS with his intended retail price: http://www.dorksidetoys.com/Transformer ... 826as0.htm

And its too bad everyone just encouraged BBTS to continue these premium price practices.

It's insurance. I am willing to pay that price for this figure, due to it's limited availability. If he shows up on Amazon for cheaper, I'll get him there. But, I no longer have the ability to hang out on the Internet hitting refresh until the figure becomes available. Perhaps Groove will be available well after this weekend, like Quickslinger and Brake Neck last year. But I don't want to risk it. This is a reason I am okay paying a bit more with a retailer like BBTS.

It's all capitalism. I find it a bit harsh that BBTS is considered a scalper. If people are willing to pay the price, we do. If not, then the choice to wait on HTS or Amazon is very valid too. Capitalism!