The class sizes, of course are rooted in G1, but I think the modern Scout size started back in Beast Wars. Called Basic Class of course. I've always loved the notion that like everything and everyone else in this world, Transformers come in all shapes and sizes. But, I think the true impetuous behind any class size is price point, price point, price point. I bet the smaller class sizes from any line sell the best. Mom and Dad are definitely going to buy the 5 to 9 dollar toy over the more expensive. And the retailers know this. The cool thing for us is, diversity.
I always wondered why it took so long to get modern updates for the G1 minis like Bee, etc. I also thought the Cyberverse was an awesome idea, and thought it was cool that the Commander class was the Voyager of that universe.
I'm also glad they've given us the likes of the Seekers, Optimus, and Megatron in this scale to go along with some of the great Legion class toys. (Remember when Legions were Legends?
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But as we veer of topic, I'd like to take a moment to remind y'all how FREAKIN' AWESOME FUMBLE and RENZY are!!!!! WOOOOHOOOO!
Despite the hair pin trigger on the pile drivers, they are really cool and add to the play-ability of these toys.