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[Cyberpath]

[Ironhidensh]

The more I see of it, the more and more I like this figure.... aside from that head.

I wonder if I'll be able to sesp heads with Sunsurge.....

[Bumblebee21]

The more I see of it the more im glad I got sunsurge

[Cyberpath]

Stock photos --

[Sigma Magnus]

Thanks to fellow Seibertronian Cyberpath, we have new stock photos of Takara's Masterpiece Sunstreaker! The images show off Sunstreaker posing with his pistol, both forms of the vehicle mode (standard Lamborghini Countach, and customized Countach) along with the opening hood and doors feature, and the small Chip Chase included with the figure! Also with these images, we seem to have confirmation that Sunstreaker will have interchangeable spoilers, one in yellow, one in chrome. Check out the stock photos below, and let us know what you think in the Energon Pub!

[Kurona]

>Interchangeable spoilers

Sweeeet.

[wilcosu35]

>Interchangeable spoilers

Sweeeet.

I'd say that deserves a spoiler alert

[Bumblebee21]

I wouldn't get too excited about that.
From takara Tomy mall
Sunstreaker, laser gun (1), flare gun, alien monster face (1), replacement face (smile) (1), replacement face (screaming) (1), Spare side mirror (1 runner set) (1), Chip Chase figure (1), Wheelchair (1), Character card (1), Instruction manual (1)

Someone mentioned that in some pics the spoiler looked photoshopped. They most likely had to do that till they got the okay from lambo to do it

[chuckdawg1999]

I wouldn't get too excited about that.
From takara Tomy mall
Sunstreaker, laser gun (1), flare gun, alien monster face (1), replacement face (smile) (1), replacement face (screaming) (1), Spare side mirror (1 runner set) (1), Chip Chase figure (1), Wheelchair (1), Character card (1), Instruction manual (1)

Someone mentioned that in some pics the spoiler looked photoshopped. They most likely had to do that till they got the okay from lambo to do it

Unless there's no parts forming and the spoiler can transform.

[Cyberpath]

More images:


Box art homage.








































Source: http://hobby.dengeki.com/news/392904/

http://hobby.dengeki.com/news/392903/

[Overcracker]

I wouldn't get too excited about that.
From takara Tomy mall
Sunstreaker, laser gun (1), flare gun, alien monster face (1), replacement face (smile) (1), replacement face (screaming) (1), Spare side mirror (1 runner set) (1), Chip Chase figure (1), Wheelchair (1), Character card (1), Instruction manual (1)

Someone mentioned that in some pics the spoiler looked photoshopped. They most likely had to do that till they got the okay from lambo to do it

Unless there's no parts forming and the spoiler can transform.

Indeed it looks like the spoilers and chrome exhausts transform out of the back of the car, rather than partsform.

If you notice the pic with the Chrome spoiler has a very smooth engine cover under the spoiler, while the yellow one with the chrome exhausts deployed is busier with thicker bases for the yellow spoiler.

[Kurona]

Fellow Seibertronian Cyberpath has once again come through for us with many an image of Takara's latest upcoming Masterpiece, MP-39 Sunstreaker! Below you'll find photos showing off his exceptional poseability, how he compares to his brother Sideswipe, and even a cool boxart homage. Check 'em out and tell us what you think in the forums!

[Sabrblade]

"Go, web!"
"Fly."
"Up, up, and away, web!"
"Shazam!"
"Go!"
"Go!"
"Go, web, go!"

[frogbat]

He looks awesome.. only gripe is the chrome... always disliked it. Mp hot rod was losing some paint after two transformations.


Also.. where's his gun referenced from? Don recall the toy having one..or am I mistaken?

[Cyberpath]

Come one, Takara, leave something for us.

[sol magnus]

Come one, Takara, leave something for us.

Sunstreaker holding his arm is specifically from Roll For It, but that one works, too.

[Cyberpath]

Like Ironhide getting patched up, Sunstreaker complaining about his bruises is a common thing in the cartoon.

[sol magnus]

Indeed!

I gotta say, though: Sunstreaker never looked so good! Can't wait!

[nycPrime]

Quick question for everyone. I don't have any version of MP Sideswipe, and I'm considering the new anime acurate version or Sunstreaker. I only want to get one for cost reasons. If you had to choose just one, which would you and why?

[Desslok2201]

Quick question for everyone. I don't have any version of MP Sideswipe, and I'm considering the new anime acurate version or Sunstreaker. I only want to get one for cost reasons. If you had to choose just one, which would you and why?

Honestly, there's not that much difference. If you can get a good deal on either, go for it. It's a great mold. Just make sure you're not buying a KO.
Sorry, i just caught that I misunderstood the question. Sideswipe vs Sunstreaker? Sunstreaker looks to be a lot more articulate, but Sideswipe's head sculpt is better.

[Kurona]

Quick question for everyone. I don't have any version of MP Sideswipe, and I'm considering the new anime acurate version or Sunstreaker. I only want to get one for cost reasons. If you had to choose just one, which would you and why?

Sideswipe - at least for now - seems to be the much better option. As it's a very minor redeco it's basically a re-issue; and a re-issue of a figure that is known to be an excellent toy. Not only that but it costs a lot less than Sunstreaker but is the same size. I'd suggest waiting for sales on Sunstreaker.

[Emerje]

Pre-orders are up for Sunstreaker (and Sideswipe). The MSRP is a ridiculous 12,000 JPY, that's the same as the much larger Optimus Primal and 2,000 JPY more than Ironhide and Ratchet! What on Earth could justify that price jump? Sure, he has a lot of accessories, but so do the vans and Primal.

Meanwhile MP-12+ is 8,500 JPY.

Emerje

[Kurona]

Pre-orders are up for Sunstreaker (and Sideswipe). The MSRP is a ridiculous 12,000 JPY, that's the same as the much larger Optimus Primal and 2,000 JPY more than Ironhide and Ratchet! What on Earth could justify that price jump? Sure, he has a lot of accessories, but so do the vans and Primal.

Meanwhile MP-12+ is 8,500 JPY.

Emerje

I thought Primal was the same size as the car bots; basically Voyager?

But yeah, the price jump is insane. We've been thinking it's due to parts count in order to make the transformation work.

[Burn]

And ... pre-ordered from HLJ.

[Emerje]

Pre-orders are up for Sunstreaker (and Sideswipe). The MSRP is a ridiculous 12,000 JPY, that's the same as the much larger Optimus Primal and 2,000 JPY more than Ironhide and Ratchet! What on Earth could justify that price jump? Sure, he has a lot of accessories, but so do the vans and Primal.

Meanwhile MP-12+ is 8,500 JPY.

Emerje

I thought Primal was the same size as the car bots; basically Voyager?

I've never compared, but he's at least larger than Rhinox so I'm pretty sure he's taller than most average Voyagers. I had assumed Cheetor was the size of the cars and Primal was somewhere between the cars and the vans, but again, I've never compared. I'm redoing my shelves so everything is in boxes right now.

But yeah, the price jump is insane. We've been thinking it's due to parts count in order to make the transformation work.

He does appear to have a large parts count, but Primal's is deceptively large as well, plus he has size and the ever expensive electronics going for him. Still feels like Sunstreaker should have been closer to 10,000 JPY all things considered. Maybe they got screwed on the license renewal?

Then again, they did price MPM Bumblebee at 10,000 JPY and he comes with very few accessories so maybe Takara Tomy is raising the MP prices across the board?

I'm sure this has already come up, but we'll likely see a G1 toy-style MP with red shoulders in the future, right? I mean, we still don't have a dark purple Shockwave, but it seems likely.

Emerje