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News Credits: 5 · by **skywarp-2** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 6:55 am

Real Devastator wrote:I am puzzle as well... I speculate thats before his death.

ｶﾞﾙﾊﾞﾄﾛﾝ = Galvatron (second sentence of the main story)

But but it says "ｶﾞﾙﾊﾞﾄﾛﾝII"??? Galvatron II??

Galvatron 2??? weird.. I suppose we just have to wait to see where the Japanese take this storyline..

maybe Galvatron 2 is a black repaint of Masterpiece Megatron?

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 7:50 am

Oh no! I pre-ordered MP-01B from Robot Kingdom and they state that they "will not include any ehobby give-away if any.". Now my question is: Does this comic constitute as an ehobby "extra" or "give-away" product or is it included in the MP-01B's packaging like a sticker sheet, accessories, and instructions? Maybe I'm overreacting but I'm really hoping I don't miss out on the manga.

Otherwise, it's great news! I mean, a 12 page, fully coloured comic/manga for the product? It's awesome!

News Credits: 905 · by **Mach** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 9:14 am

Ok, managed get the translation, I guess is pretty close to what it is:

"The main story describes the emerge of Galvatron II has lead to the resurgence of the Decepticons. They are taking over many locations with energy sources. Laser Ultra Magnus recognises the problem, however Autobots is on the losing side. GaMede eventually came out with a plan by creating Convoy typed El Droids and send them to battlefields. Wheeljack managed to make copies on the Convoy El Droid, and duplicate it until 21 of them. All of the Convoy El Droids have been deployed and remotely control by Flip sides. "

News Credits: 905 · by **Mach** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 9:16 am

Convotron wrote:Oh no! I pre-ordered MP-01B from Robot Kingdom and they state that they "will not include any ehobby give-away if any.". Now my question is: Does this comic constitute as an ehobby "extra" or "give-away" product or is it included in the MP-01B's packaging like a sticker sheet, accessories, and instructions? Maybe I'm overreacting but I'm really hoping I don't miss out on the manga.

Otherwise, it's great news! I mean, a 12 page, fully coloured comic/manga for the product? It's awesome!

I believe it will be inside the packaging. U r suppose to get this.

News Credits: 127 · by **Counterpunch** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 9:53 am

Real Devastator wrote:Ok, managed get the translation, I guess is pretty close to what it is:

"The main story describes the emerge of Galvatron II has lead to the resurgence of the Decepticons. They are taking over many locations with energy sources. Laser Ultra Magnus recognises the problem, however Autobots is on the losing side. GaMede eventually came out with a plan by creating Convoy typed El Droids and send them to battlefields. Wheeljack managed to make copies on the Convoy El Droid, and duplicate it until 21 of them. All of the Convoy El Droids have been deployed and remotely control by Flip sides. "

Attention Japan!

Please refrain from switching out coffee for crack cocain during your storyboard meetings.

"Clones" is not an answer for everything.

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 11:25 am

Real Devastator wrote:
Convotron wrote:Oh no! I pre-ordered MP-01B from Robot Kingdom and they state that they "will not include any ehobby give-away if any.". Now my question is: Does this comic constitute as an ehobby "extra" or "give-away" product or is it included in the MP-01B's packaging like a sticker sheet, accessories, and instructions? Maybe I'm overreacting but I'm really hoping I don't miss out on the manga.

Otherwise, it's great news! I mean, a 12 page, fully coloured comic/manga for the product? It's awesome!

I believe it will be inside the packaging. U r suppose to get this.

Yeah, I'm thinking the same thing.

I don't know what I was thinking earlier this morning...had a freak out moment, hehe.(Note to self, do NOT drink more imported Japanese coffee.)

So,yeah, hmm, battle droid copies of Convoy? I'm not feeling that but there's 12 pages of comic to elaborate further and the fiction is just the icing on the cake for me. I'm just eager to have my first MP Convoy/Optimus and maybe I'll be able to score MP-01 in the future without paying too much more than original pricing.

News Credits: 11 · by **kirbenvost** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 12:14 pm

Maybe this is all a hint that the next MP will be none other than... GALVATRON!!!

Yeah, probably not. But feel free to credit me with the revelation if it ever comes true. :lol:

News Credits: 7 · by **waaaaghlord** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 12:22 pm

Preordered 21 MP01Bs. Convoy must have his El Droids.

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 12:31 pm

waaaaghlord wrote:Preordered 21 MP01Bs. Convoy must have his El Droids.

Hehe, it's the Botcon Sweeps all over again!

by **Lockdown91** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:13 pm

All repaints aside, i still reckon the next masterpiece should be Galvatron, then they could repaint him as Galvatron 2 :grin:

I also think that it would be great if an upgrade kit was created to make this black convoy into nemesis prime, though im warming to the autobot symbol and the fact that he is just a black variant of optimus, i mean, look how beautiful the car robots black god magnus turned out, and that doesnt represent anything evil atall

News Credits: 456 · by **Sabrblade** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:28 pm

So, this is picking off from the Hybrid Style manga, eh? Figures.

Note to everyone, Galvatron II is not the same guy as Megatron/Galvatron. In fact, this is the same Galvatron II from the Marvel Comics. He crossed over from that comic universe into the Japanese cartoon universe with a bunch of Warworlds at his disposal. Upon his arrival, Ultra Magnus was restored to life as Laser Ultra Magnus in order combat Galvatron II's threat. However, Laser Ultra Magnus could not defeat Galvatron II. But, by becoming upgraded into his Black Body once again, Optimus Prime took on Galvatron II and defeated him.

by **Irken17** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:51 pm

This has nothing to do with the comic, but does he still have those Grimlock and Megatron computer arm thingys or does it have a different picture?

News Credits: 456 · by **Sabrblade** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 1:53 pm

Irken17 wrote:This has nothing to do with the comic, but does he still have those Grimlock and Megatron computer arm thingys or does it have a different picture?

Since this is MP-01, he'll more likely have the Bumblebee and Starscream ones he had originally.

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Tue Aug 25, 2009 2:59 pm

Sabrblade wrote:
Irken17 wrote:This has nothing to do with the comic, but does he still have those Grimlock and Megatron computer arm thingys or does it have a different picture?
Since this is MP-01, he'll more likely have the Bumblebee and Starscream ones he had originally.

MP-01B should be a slick player and have a different Fembot on each communicator display.

News Credits: 15 · by **Ravage XK** » Thu Aug 27, 2009 6:53 am

So, is this a limited release? If its on Takara's site does that mean it will see the same numbers produced as past Masterpieces?

If its a limited run then £99 doesnt seem so bad but for a simple repaint I am on the fence on this one, despite my love of the Masterpiece range.

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Thu Aug 27, 2009 7:50 am

I don't know if it's a limited run so at £99, I would say that if you already have a version of MP-01, you really don't need MP-01B unless you must have a black MP Optimus Prime.

I pre-ordered MP-01B for $104 USD, granted the shippnig is about $35, but it's still a pretty darn good deal. I don't have an MP OP so 01B will be my first and unless I can really find an affordable MP-01, it'll probably be my only MP OP for a good long while.

News Credits: 15 · by **Ravage XK** » Thu Aug 27, 2009 7:54 am

Convotron wrote:I don't know if it's a limited run so at £99, I would say that if you already have a version of MP-01, you really don't need MP-01B unless you must have a black MP Optimus Prime.

I pre-ordered MP-01B for $104 USD, granted the shippnig is about $35, but it's still a pretty darn good deal. I don't have an MP OP so 01B will be my first and unless I can really find an affordable MP-01, it'll probably be my only MP OP for a good long while.

I have 20th Anniversay Prime, MP Ultra Magnus and MP Perfect Convoy and Im not sure I could justify a 4th at that price if its a "normal" release. Limited runs are different.

News Credits: 409 · by **Stormrider** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 8:34 am

Convotron wrote:
Real Devastator wrote:
Convotron wrote:Oh no! I pre-ordered MP-01B from Robot Kingdom and they state that they "will not include any ehobby give-away if any.". Now my question is: Does this comic constitute as an ehobby "extra" or "give-away" product or is it included in the MP-01B's packaging like a sticker sheet, accessories, and instructions? Maybe I'm overreacting but I'm really hoping I don't miss out on the manga.

Otherwise, it's great news! I mean, a 12 page, fully coloured comic/manga for the product? It's awesome!

I believe it will be inside the packaging. U r suppose to get this.

Yeah, I'm thinking the same thing. I don't know what I was thinking earlier this morning...had a freak out moment, hehe.(Note to self, do NOT drink more imported Japanese coffee.)

So,yeah, hmm, battle droid copies of Convoy? I'm not feeling that but there's 12 pages of comic to elaborate further and the fiction is just the icing on the cake for me. I'm just eager to have my first MP Convoy/Optimus and maybe I'll be able to score MP-01 in the future without paying too much more than original pricing.

Whenever I ordered Transformers from e-Hobby the comics were never included inside the package. They usually come in their own plastic pouch. Some folks who ordered e-Hobby exclusive Omega Supreme from online retailers were disappointed that the comic wasn't included.

News Credits: 127 · by **Counterpunch** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 9:02 am

Someone asked about Galvatron 2:

http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Galvatron_II

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 9:11 am

Stormrider wrote:Whenever I ordered Transformers from e-Hobby the comics were never included inside the package. They usually come in their own plastic pouch. Some folks who ordered e-Hobby exclusive Omega Supreme from online retailers were disappointed that the comic wasn't included.

D'oh! Just when I thought I was safe. Hmm...how much is the manga worth to me then?

News Credits: 3 · by **Kibble** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 9:45 am

Convotron wrote:
Stormrider wrote:Whenever I ordered Transformers from e-Hobby the comics were never included inside the package. They usually come in their own plastic pouch. Some folks who ordered e-Hobby exclusive Omega Supreme from online retailers were disappointed that the comic wasn't included.

D'oh! Just when I thought I was safe. Hmm...how much is the manga worth to me then?

If that's the case, I assume it wouldn't be included from BBTS either... Does e-hobby even accept overseas orders? I'm not sweating it too much as I assume it wasn't much of an option anyhow if it's exclusive to e-hobby...and really my interest in the mango comic would be minimal at best either way. Now a mango slurpee on the other hand...

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 9:52 am

Non-eHobby Exclusive with MP-01B: Mango Slurpee

eBay listing: MISC(cup) Mango Slurpee, non-eHobby exclusive, starting bid $50, shipping to anywhere in the world for $20

News Credits: 3 · by **Kibble** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 10:21 am

Convotron wrote:Non-eHobby Exclusive with MP-01B: Mango Slurpee

eBay listing: MISC(cup) Mango Slurpee, non-eHobby exclusive, starting bid $50, shipping to anywhere in the world for $20

Haha...nice.

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:08 am

Haha, I should have put:

Convotron wrote:eBay listing: MISC(cup) Mango Slurpee, non-eHobby exclusive, MP-01B figure NOT INCLUDED, starting bid $50, no reserve, shipping to anywhere in the world for $20

News Credits: 2 · by **Convotron** » Sun Aug 30, 2009 8:03 pm

Attention! Those who are interested in the manga that is being made for the MP-01B, please be aware that it doesn't seem like it is going to be included with the early November 2009 units.

Automaton Toys recently updated their MP-01B listing and noted the following:

Our supplier is not able to provide the E-Hobby leaflet/comic book at this time due to the unusual early release in Asia, two months before the official release.

With that said, this item has indeed an ETA of November 2009 at Automaton! Reserve yours today!

Please remember: no E-Hobby Comic Book/promo leaflet will be included with this item. If our supplier is able to provide them later, we will ship those to the customers who bought at least 1 E-Hobby MP-01 Black.

Thanks for reading!

So...I placed a pre-order for the MP-01B with Robot Kingdom due to the significant savings I would get but I do want the manga...

Just a heads up for any of you folks who have put in a pre-order with a store that is offering the November release of the figure!