TK415 wrote:WJ, if you feel that your lists are outdated and that some need more than some minor adjustments, I would still be interested in seeing them in their original state. I would love for you to post them, and hopefully people would see your disclaimer saying “this list is 3 years old and would be update. Just releasing the old version for interest and discussion.”
People might actually help with your work. Like: “this new version is so much better.”
Thanks as always.
Thats very kind of you. In that case, i could post the ones I am working on here and anyone who wants to help out or give an input can help.
Here is the best disguised list as it is right now, for example:
I made a list of the Transformers toys which
look least like the robot can transform into something else and this is pretty much the opposite. Transformers have always been called Robots in Disguise and some toys really pushed the disguise angle. There are some Transformers that one would never guess are anything more than their alt mode. Of course, the important factor here is that we are talking about their alt mode and not just a pretender shell that hides the robot. I am sure it was assumed, but I am mentioning it just in case. A brick wall would definitely help hide a small robot standing behind it, but what I give you today is the list of Transformers toys who's alt modes provide the best disguise!
5. Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Optimus PrimeThe big factor here that distinguishes this mold from other releases of the movie Peterbilt truck is the back of the cab section that removes any holes giving hint that this is more than just a truck. The view from the bottom gives nice symetrical pannels that hide the head and most of the robot kibble.
4. Transformers G1 1984 Bumblebee (Bumble) Most G1 figures are great examples of well disguised robots since the alt mode was the one that was emphasized in the two main lines contributing to Transformers. The idea was to have toy cars and real life objects that could blend in with others but also hide a robot. However, for the Diaclone cars at least, the illusion only lasted until you looked under the car and saw some flashy robot mode stickers. I wouldn't count the jets or Optimus Prime either since their robot mode kibble was detached and it wouldn't be a fair comparison. The most well disguised traditional G1 figure to me then ends up being good old Bumblebee. The head flap being hidden by a tire detail is very smart and he is super clean underneath, aside from some sculpting for the fists (but its not emphasized in any way, helping the illusion). He just looks like your average little toy car that any kid from the previous decades would have a bunch of. It must have been awesome for kids in the 80s to show their friends that theirs actually turned into a robot.
3. TIE Between Transformers Masterpiece Megatron (MP-05) and Transformers Classics MegatronThere is not one single angle or part that would make anyone think this is more than a kid's toy gun. There is even a crosshairs in the scope and the trigger gives a satisfying click. The main reason it's not higher is due to the less realistic nature of this alt mode and the fact that though they are purposed differently, you can still make out the legs.
As for Masterpiece Megatron, it is such a convincing alt mode that you needed a gun replica permit to own one in Australia. It's scope was a bit too big for the gun though, ruining a bit of the illusion.
2. Transformers Alternators GrimlockThe alternators series brought it back to the G1 days where autobot cars had interactive and somewhat detailed cockpits, and were meant to resemble other toy cars. This series went for that very same idea, having alt modes that resembled licensed car models perfectly, with visible motors, detailed dashboards, opening doors, everything you'd expect from a high quality model car. Except it also transfomred into a robot. The alternators are all great replicas of licensed cars but the mustang model went an extra mile by having an entire piece cover the bottom to give extra detail and hide more of the robot. This gives the robot a whole lot of shell but also an amazing disguise. No one can guess this guy Transforms unless they know exactly what kind of toy it is.
1. Transformers Masterpiece Grimlock (MP-08)Yup, another grimlock, making this list pretty much Grimlock, Megatron and Optimus, but I wouldnt have it any other way. It only makes sense that the most iconic charcters have some of the most interesting and awesome toys on the market. But Grimlock is indeed King. The reason is because this toys defies everything else really. Someone knowing you like transformers would assume any car you present them, or is spotted in your home, transforms. You also would probably have them in robot mode if taken out of their nice boxes. BUT this guy is a whole other story. In fact my brother commented on how awesome my Mecha Godzilla toy was when he saw my MP Grimlock on my shelf. Speak of an amazingly disguised robot. Unlike any of the others on this list, this toy in alt mode looks complete and accomplished, with the idea that this toy would sell as a non transforming seperate entity to the Transformers brand. It is functional with it's own gimmicks and is probably kept even more in this mode than the robot mode. Unlike the G1, you can't even spot his robot hands under his feet, the robot is fully hidden (in plain sight too!). His amazing, detailed and unique alt mode distracts anyone from thinking that it can also transform into a robot, making this my #1 pick.
