The Energon Pub

[RustedCross]

Does he not have ankle tilt?

[Immortal Starscream]

Here’s how I feel about this. I have this on preorder and it’s going to be amazing but obviously super overpriced. I’m getting it to display next to MP-36. After this one I’m done with Masterpiece outside of beast wars. They’ve just gotten too expensive at this point. I’ll be going all in on siege to get the complete cast. Seems like the smart route at this point

see, I find myself starting to share this same sentiment. with the relaunch of the MP line with mp10 prime and sideswipe, I pretty much vowed to get every mp release ever. But as time has gone by, and the price has gotten much higher, added to the design shift (less hybrid between perfect g1 toy and toon, and more g1 toon accurate using things like fake chests etc) and some questionable design choices (looking at you mp hot rod and v2 bee) I'm starting to find myself wanting to pass on more and more. Now I know this is primarily for the Japanese market, and maybe in Japan this is whats in demand from fans; I don't know. but me personally, I see no need for this. figure. does he look impressive, yes. is he spot on toon accurate? mostly. Does his vehicle mode look like a jigsaw puzzle? absolutely. But is he necessary? not at all. There are so many other characters that need representation and love in the mp line. spending resources and development time on rehashing existing figures that are already perfect masterpiece representations (imho) instead of working towards giving us the rest of the cast seems like a waste. Again, I know this is primarily for the Japanese market, and maybe there's no love over there for these characters. I know that was supposedly the case for the dinobots. But I still want to see MP insecticons, trailbreaker, mirage, gears, huffer, brawn, pipes, blaster, reflector, etc. and what about the Japanese series then? Jinrai, overloard, deathsaurus, or any combiner from any of them. And yes, I know theres a bazillian third party versions of these things out there... but there shouldn't have to be.

Would I pay $440 for another masterpiece prime when I already have mp 10? no
Would I pay $440 for a perfect masterpiece God Jinrai? good chance.
Am I still waiting for an official mp Victory Leo to complete my Star Saber. probably forever at this point.

[Beachjezus]

Here’s how I feel about this. I have this on preorder and it’s going to be amazing but obviously super overpriced. I’m getting it to display next to MP-36. After this one I’m done with Masterpiece outside of beast wars. They’ve just gotten too expensive at this point. I’ll be going all in on siege to get the complete cast. Seems like the smart route at this point

see, I find myself starting to share this same sentiment. with the relaunch of the MP line with mp10 prime and sideswipe, I pretty much vowed to get every mp release ever. But as time has gone by, and the price has gotten much higher, added to the design shift (less hybrid between perfect g1 toy and toon, and more g1 toon accurate using things like fake chests etc) and some questionable design choices (looking at you mp hot rod and v2 bee) I'm starting to find myself wanting to pass on more and more. Now I know this is primarily for the Japanese market, and maybe in Japan this is whats in demand from fans; I don't know. but me personally, I see no need for this. figure. does he look impressive, yes. is he spot on toon accurate? mostly. Does his vehicle mode look like a jigsaw puzzle? absolutely. But is he necessary? not at all. There are so many other characters that need representation and love in the mp line. spending resources and development time on rehashing existing figures that are already perfect masterpiece representations (imho) instead of working towards giving us the rest of the cast seems like a waste. Again, I know this is primarily for the Japanese market, and maybe there's no love over there for these characters. I know that was supposedly the case for the dinobots. But I still want to see MP insecticons, trailbreaker, mirage, gears, huffer, brawn, pipes, blaster, reflector, etc. and what about the Japanese series then? Jinrai, overloard, deathsaurus, or any combiner from any of them. And yes, I know theres a bazillian third party versions of these things out there... but there shouldn't have to be.

Would I pay $440 for another masterpiece prime when I already have mp 10? no
Would I pay $440 for a perfect masterpiece God Jinrai? good chance.
Am I still waiting for an official mp Victory Leo to complete my Star Saber. probably forever at this point.

So we are on the same page sir. I’m only getting this because I feel I owe it to mp-36 to have his buddy next to him. I’ll have mp-10 with the rest of the autobots and Apollyon with my MP deceptions. With siege looking good enough at this point I’m going to be using that to get the complete cast!

I’m looking into these pop culture shock statues that are up for preorder - Optimus and soundwave. I might use these for my toon accurate or higher end needs. They are cheaper than MP at this point and look better for sure.

[SpikeyTigertron]

I agree with the new Megs we needed “final battle” Prime

[Ultra Markus]

i dont know about anybody else but despite the price the more i see of this the more i want it

[PadForce]

Im in the more i see the more i want camp too!

[-Kanrabat-]

This toy is scheduled to come out in November 2019 and several retailers are already sold out of preorders even with the $440 price tag over at Entertainment Earth.

Well, I'm pretty sure that "insane" price tag won't stop the sales. Especially if once the figure finally get in hands, the quality match the price.

Even if it's a different fandom, I can draw a parallel to doll collecting.
Click here for the PICTURE.
The Dollfie Dream Hatsune Miku were limited at 39 units each for the event and sold at 650$US and 660$US each. Not counting the 55$US of shipping and sureshot custom taxes.

Those dolls sold in less than 20 minutes! And I'm one of the "lucky" buyer.

So, yeah, all preorders of the 440$US Optimus already sold out? I'm not surprised. At least that Optimus will be way less limited than a Dollfie so everyone will have his/her chance in due time. Will I'll be buying one?
Well, maybe. I'll wait for the reviews first.

[Ultra Markus]

This toy is scheduled to come out in November 2019 and several retailers are already sold out of preorders even with the $440 price tag over at Entertainment Earth.

Well, I'm pretty sure that "insane" price tag won't stop the sales. Especially if once the figure finally get in hands, the quality match the price.

Even if it's a different fandom, I can draw a parallel to doll collecting.
Click here for the PICTURE.
The Dollfie Dream Hatsune Miku were limited at 39 units each for the event and sold at 650$US and 660$US each. Not counting the 55$US of shipping and sureshot custom taxes.

Those dolls sold in less than 20 minutes! And I'm one of the "lucky" buyer.

So, yeah, all preorders of the 440$US Optimus already sold out? I'm not surprised. At least that Optimus will be way less limited than a Dollfie so everyone will have his/her chance in due time. Will I'll be buying one?
Well, maybe. I'll wait for the reviews first.

and wait to see if there are any cracking crotch pieces or anything else that might break

[Hellscream9999]

and wait to see if there are any cracking crotch pieces or anything else that might break

Yeah, first, scratched up mp-36's, then rid convoy being a mess and having to be recalled, now, mp-43's purple plastic problem - not to mention, hosts of qc issues in between; tt is not having a great run of luck convincing me these items are gonna be worth the price they're asking

[-Kanrabat-]

and wait to see if there are any cracking crotch pieces or anything else that might break

Yeah, first, scratched up mp-36's, then rid convoy being a mess and having to be recalled, now, mp-43's purple plastic problem - not to mention, hosts of qc issues in between; tt is not having a great run of luck convincing me these items are gonna be worth the price they're asking

Hence waiting for actual in-hand reviews. And not just one, but many. That's why I refuse to preorder it.
Beside, what's the actual point of preordering a WIDELY AVAILABLE MAINLINE ITEM? Like, seriously.

[william-james88]

and wait to see if there are any cracking crotch pieces or anything else that might break

Yeah, first, scratched up mp-36's, then rid convoy being a mess and having to be recalled, now, mp-43's purple plastic problem - not to mention, hosts of qc issues in between; tt is not having a great run of luck convincing me these items are gonna be worth the price they're asking

Hence waiting for actual in-hand reviews. And not just one, but many. That's why I refuse to preorder it.
Beside, what's the actual point of preordering a WIDELY AVAILABLE MAINLINE ITEM? Like, seriously.

Might get sold out from all the places with a decent price. The vast majority of people who got a decent price on MP Dinobot, for instance, were the ones who preordered him.

[-Kanrabat-]

Might get sold out from all the places with a decent price. The vast majority of people who got a decent price on MP Dinobot, for instance, were the ones who preordered him.

Still, it's Optimus Prime we are talking about. I bet there will be plenty of units for everyone at "normal price" for a long while.

[william-james88]

Might get sold out from all the places with a decent price. The vast majority of people who got a decent price on MP Dinobot, for instance, were the ones who preordered him.

Still, it's Optimus Prime we are talking about. I bet there will be plenty of units for everyone at "normal price" for a long while.

I am talking about the 20-30% off price, that sure wont last long at all.

[-Kanrabat-]

I am talking about the 20-30% off price, that sure wont last long at all.

If you mean the initial sales, yeah, sure. But those will be the first batch and a roll of the dice concerning potential issues. I'm not really hot to gamble.

Plus there's always a possibility of life changing or simple interests changing once the bill finally hit. I felt obligated to honor too many preorders I no longer wanted already...

[Rodimus Prime]

I’m getting it to display next to MP-36.

While that's a good idea, you just know that there will be yet another MP Megatron on the way soon enough.

I’ll be going all in on siege to get the complete cast. Seems like the smart route at this point

That's what I'm doing for my G1 crew, I never did get MP fever, I have only a handful, representing characters I care about more than others.

As for MP-44, I agree that it's mainly a cash grab, but it is an improvement over MP-10 (which wasn't hard to do), and it looks damn good, but not worth $440. After all, in the end it's a plastic display piece. But to each his/her own. Honestly, I have the money for it, but I'm not getting it when it comes out, I'll wait a few months, even at the risk of the price going higher.

[chuckdawg1999]

Has anyone else heard anything about the price going up to close to $500 USD? I haven't heard anything from Amazon Japan.

[YRQRM0]

Not that I was gonna spend the money on him anyways, but he's not looking that great to me here. Too many panels, backpack is looking heavy, and the cartoon appeal only works in certain poses at certain angles imo.

[nycPrime]

Has anyone else heard anything about the price going up to close to $500 USD? I haven't heard anything from Amazon Japan.

Haven't really checked but I locked in a PO with Amazon JP a while ago. Pretty sure the all in price was in the high $300s.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

Honestly, I want the jetpack for my MP Sideswipe, that's what i want

[joevill]

Wow! Such a beauty!!!

[william-james88]

I am talking about the 20-30% off price, that sure wont last long at all.

If you mean the initial sales, yeah, sure. But those will be the first batch and a roll of the dice concerning potential issues. I'm not really hot to gamble.

Plus there's always a possibility of life changing or simple interests changing once the bill finally hit. I felt obligated to honor too many preorders I no longer wanted already...

In this particular case, the gamble is over $130, because thats the amount of savings the preorder gives you. Which isn't nothing. Plus, if you order from Amazon Japan and pay with credit card then you can return it if there is something wrong.

[-Kanrabat-]

In this particular case, the gamble is over $130, because thats the amount of savings the preorder gives you. Which isn't nothing. Plus, if you order from Amazon Japan and pay with credit card then you can return it if there is something wrong.

That's nice for the issue part.

But it's the "no longer want" part that worries me. THAT'S the true gamble here. And one thing that I learned is if there is some doubt, better not buy the thing. No matter how good or how "cheap" it is. I made too many impulse purchases with buyer remorse this way.

[nycPrime]

I'm in the Amazon JP boat. I have a PO at a great price when compared to the domestic price. But it's still a lot and I'm not sure if I really want it. Doubtful the price will be any better in the near future. What to do?!?!

[-Kanrabat-]

I'm in the Amazon JP boat. I have a PO at a great price when compared to the domestic price. But it's still a lot and I'm not sure if I really want it. Doubtful the price will be any better in the near future. What to do?!?!

Easy. Balance the Wants VS Mehs. If the Wants win, even by the slightest margin, buy. If it's the Mehs, do not.

That's the method I now use to buy everything. Make me avoid either regrets to not getting the thing, or the buyer remorse syndrome.

[GrangerPerry]

The earlier news post said this guy was coming out in November but my Amazon jp is saying it will be delivered September 3rd? I bought 4 btw each at 322.99 shipped so excited I just hope no one regrets not picking up at that price! This is why I can’t back Unicron because they both fall on the same date so please reach out if OP was delayed to November because I’m torn