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[DecepticonFinishline]

I wouldn't put too much money on a hasbro metroplex reissue. That would mean we wouldn't be getting scorponok or that rumored predaking for 2018

I assumed the one-titan-per-year was mostly about cutting production costs rather than the financial burden on the fans.

Maybe I'm a little too cynical, but I can see Hasbro releasing/rereleasing two Titans in the same year.

It's more of an annual thing than anything else. Yeah cost is a thing but a titan is also meant to be the crown gem of the line. Plus he doesn't have a gimmick to go with titan masters or prime masters. Could they add a feature? Sure but the you got production costs on retooling and then it's not just simply a repaint or release It's gonna have to go through the safety's tests again which is more costs. It's more plausible to have one release than two.

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master integration like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

It seems, to me, that PotP is more of a catch-all line to finish the trilogy as opposed to a line that focuses entirely on the gimmick the way Titans Return did.

You're probably right, but I really want a Metroplex reissue.

*Edit: It has been brought to my attention the Predaking does, in fact, have Prime Master integration.

[Sabrblade]

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master indication like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

There was something mentioned in the big leak about Predaking being able to have a Prime Master fit into the lion mouth of his chest.

[DecepticonFinishline]

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master indication like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

There was something mentioned in the big leak about Predaking being able to have a Prime Master fit into the lion mouth of his chest.

Oh shoot! You're right. Didn't notice it when the leak dropped and then had trouble finding it just now.

Less hope. But still hopeful.

[o.supreme]

Does anyone know what all the "shiny" stuff is on the Japanese Dinosaurer box? It could just be glare from the camera, but it looks almost like he was transported to the location ala Star Trek TNG .

[Randomhero]

I wouldn't put too much money on a hasbro metroplex reissue. That would mean we wouldn't be getting scorponok or that rumored predaking for 2018

I assumed the one-titan-per-year was mostly about cutting production costs rather than the financial burden on the fans.

Maybe I'm a little too cynical, but I can see Hasbro releasing/rereleasing two Titans in the same year.

It's more of an annual thing than anything else. Yeah cost is a thing but a titan is also meant to be the crown gem of the line. Plus he doesn't have a gimmick to go with titan masters or prime masters. Could they add a feature? Sure but the you got production costs on retooling and then it's not just simply a repaint or release It's gonna have to go through the safety's tests again which is more costs. It's more plausible to have one release than two.

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master integration like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

It seems, to me, that PotP is more of a catch-all line to finish the trilogy as opposed to a line that focuses entirely on the gimmick the way Titans Return did.

You're probably right, but I really want a Metroplex reissue.

The leaked info says he can hold the/a matrix of leadership and the enigma of combination. The one of apparently many of lines gimmick

[Randomhero]

Does anyone know what all the "shiny" stuff is on the Japanese Dinosaurer box? It could just be glare from the camera, but it looks almost like he was transported to the location ala Star Trek TNG .

Is called pallet wrap...

[o.supreme]

Does anyone know what all the "shiny" stuff is on the Japanese Dinosaurer box? It could just be glare from the camera, but it looks almost like he was transported to the location ala Star Trek TNG .

Is called pallet wrap...

one world think though, they would have just surrounded the whole box, not in random strips across it...

[Randomhero]

Does anyone know what all the "shiny" stuff is on the Japanese Dinosaurer box? It could just be glare from the camera, but it looks almost like he was transported to the location ala Star Trek TNG .

Is called pallet wrap...

one world think though, they would have just surrounded the whole box, not in random strips across it...

Is pallet wrap. It's literally plastic wrap.


I use pallet wrap in my job every day as a vendor. Not everyone is that smart to wrap the entire thing

[william-james88]

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master integration like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

Just to give added confirmation, it was clear in one of the presentation slides that the prime master interacted with all the classes including predaking who can hold both the matrix of leadership (which is Prime master compatible) and the enigma of combination.

[TF-fan kev777]

I use pallet wrap in my job every day as a vendor. Not everyone is that smart to wrap the entire thing

That may actually be a cultural difference. Japan is very on top of recycling and reducing waste. I know they recycle much more than we do in the US, and things like pallet wrap and plastic bags and packaging all get sorted out for recycling. Using less means sorting less and processing less.

Edit: Scratch that, after a second look, I think this wrap was applied in store only for the purpose of tying Trypticon down to the box for a display, not wrapping an entire pallet for shipping.

[Randomhero]

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master integration like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

Just to give added confirmation, it was clear in one of the presentation slides that the prime master interacted with all the classes including predaking who can hold both the matrix of leadership (which is Prime master compatible) and the enigma of combination.

Yeah! What I said earlier here lol just kidding will.

I honestly don't want titan predaking because that means scorponok will either be for 2019 or dare I say not a titan?!

Maybe they could do two Titans in one year but I don't see it happening

[william-james88]

Hey guys, I found a fun statement online from TFW user Mcart

When I spoke with the ladies at the Hasbro booth they did actually tell me that they and Takara had decided to not make different versions of Trypticon but to produce the same exact figures for all markets. Seemed a little strange thus I hadn't mentioned it but it does seem she was telling me the truth. Came out as I was telling her I had bought some of the Titans returns from Japan for the differences.

[Randomhero]

I use pallet wrap in my job every day as a vendor. Not everyone is that smart to wrap the entire thing

That may actually be a cultural difference. Japan is very on top of recycling and reducing waste. I know they recycle much more than we do in the US, and things like pallet wrap and plastic bags and packaging all get sorted out for recycling. Using less means sorting less and processing less.

Edit: Scratch that, after a second look, I think this wrap was applied in store only for the purpose of tying Trypticon down to the box for a display, not wrapping an entire pallet for shipping.

Yea it looks like it's just to keep the display from falling. He's probably standing on two boxes and he was too heavy so they wrapped two together for stability

[Randomhero]

Hey guys, I found a fun statement online from TFW user Mcart

When I spoke with the ladies at the Hasbro booth they did actually tell me that they and Takara had decided to not make different versions of Trypticon but to produce the same exact figures for all markets. Seemed a little strange thus I hadn't mentioned it but it does seem she was telling me the truth. Came out as I was telling her I had bought some of the Titans returns from Japan for the differences.

Well there it is. Doubt the leg thing is fixed. They're probably just coming off the same assembly and getting put in different boxes.

[william-james88]

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master integration like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

Just to give added confirmation, it was clear in one of the presentation slides that the prime master interacted with all the classes including predaking who can hold both the matrix of leadership (which is Prime master compatible) and the enigma of combination.

Yeah! What I said earlier here lol just kidding will.

I honestly don't want titan predaking because that means scorponok will either be for 2019 or dare I say not a titan?!

Maybe they could do two Titans in one year but I don't see it happening

Gotcha

The year they gave for their plans with this current generations line is 2021 right? So we have a titan every year until then at least. Scorponok will happen just not next year.

[william-james88]

Hey guys, I found a fun statement online from TFW user Mcart

When I spoke with the ladies at the Hasbro booth they did actually tell me that they and Takara had decided to not make different versions of Trypticon but to produce the same exact figures for all markets. Seemed a little strange thus I hadn't mentioned it but it does seem she was telling me the truth. Came out as I was telling her I had bought some of the Titans returns from Japan for the differences.

Well there it is. Doubt the leg thing is fixed. They're probably just coming off the same assembly and getting put in different boxes.

thats really probably not far from the truth, check out what I quoted a few posts above.

[Relic0037]

Hope they fixed the spring in his leg at the very least. You never can tell. I've heard they didn't fix that three faced Blitzwing's shoulder issue a few years back, so fingers crossed.

[Randomhero]

For the sake of argument, there doesn't seem to be any indication that the PotP Predaking will have any specific Prime Master integration like the rest of the size classes. It still might when it comes out, but just so the point is made.

Just to give added confirmation, it was clear in one of the presentation slides that the prime master interacted with all the classes including predaking who can hold both the matrix of leadership (which is Prime master compatible) and the enigma of combination.

Yeah! What I said earlier here lol just kidding will.

I honestly don't want titan predaking because that means scorponok will either be for 2019 or dare I say not a titan?!

Maybe they could do two Titans in one year but I don't see it happening

Gotcha

The year they gave for their plans with this current generations line is 2021 right? So we have a titan every year until then at least. Scorponok will happen just not next year.

That's too bad. Think scorponoks name was even on that trypticon cereal box too I think.

Either way I'm not incredibly attached to scorponok. I was looking more forward to omega supreme.

In time...in time...

[Randomhero]

I think it'll be cool to have a physical enigma of combination or as I should say official-sorry shapeways I think that stuff sucks- one but it would be a prime master.

Maybe it's name will be Enigma...which would make him E. Nigma...Edward Nigma OH MY GOD THE RIDDLER IS BEHIND IT ALL!

Alright I'm done.

[Desslok2201]

Hope they fixed the spring in his leg at the very least. You never can tell. I've heard they didn't fix that three faced Blitzwing's shoulder issue a few years back, so fingers crossed.

I think the leg spring issue was either solved already or is not systemic. I've had mine for 2 weeks now and zero issues with it

[RodimusConvoy13]

I wonder if the Japanese fandom had yet heard about the QC issues with the Hasbro version of Trypticon. If the Takara version is the same, Japan might be in for a few unpleasant surprises.

Notice they removed the chest piece that holds Full Tilt? Because that panel won't stay closed from the weight. Soft bendy plastic. Mine is warped. So it looks like it will probably have the same issues as the Hasbro version.

I put a thin bead of silicon adhesive on the back of the chest piece (where the purple tabs go in on the back) and it worked wonders and is invisible

Can it still open and close?

[Desslok2201]

I wonder if the Japanese fandom had yet heard about the QC issues with the Hasbro version of Trypticon. If the Takara version is the same, Japan might be in for a few unpleasant surprises.

Notice they removed the chest piece that holds Full Tilt? Because that panel won't stay closed from the weight. Soft bendy plastic. Mine is warped. So it looks like it will probably have the same issues as the Hasbro version.

I put a thin bead of silicon adhesive on the back of the chest piece (where the purple tabs go in on the back) and it worked wonders and is invisible

Can it still open and close?

Yes, it doesn't come into contact with where the door opens.

[Hellscream9999]

Decided to pre-order blurr today, not sure I need him, or whether I'll keep the pre-order, but, I wanted to make sure I can get mine if the pre-order sells out - especially since I missed out on Octane

He's so gorgeous after all

[Prime Target]

Does fix the Hip Ratchet issues the Hasbro one has and can anyone PM me a guide to Fix Tr Trypticon's ratchets without disassembly?

[Prime Target]

Please have the fixed hip ratchet joints if not does anyone have a method for fixing the Aforementioned issue without disassembly?