The Energon Pub

[william-james88]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

[william-james88]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Thought it was a stretch to be honest but nice to know it was another brave reference (though the brave series had sadly died at that point)

I thought it was a Raiden homage at first though.

[Sabrblade]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

Do you know at which point the statement is made?

[william-james88]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

Do you know at which point the statement is made?

Within the fist 45 mins, because I just had to quit after that.

[Sabrblade]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

Do you know at which point the statement is made?

Within the fist 45 mins, because I just had to quit after that.

I ask since the Wiki mentions nothing of it and Protoman's made some dubious claims before.

[william-james88]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

Do you know at which point the statement is made?

Within the fist 45 mins, because I just had to quit after that.

I ask since the Wiki mentions nothing of it and Protoman's made some dubious claims before.

In that case then I think its better you dont listen unless you would have anyways, and just chalk this one up to those as well. Also the wiki claim about animated rodimus' collar being in reference to him was written by him. Just saying that if you want to stay away from his claims, the even the wiki's wont help. The guy does have a lot fo sources and knowledge so while I take what he says with a grain of salt, I do always find it interesting and noteworthy.

[Sabrblade]

Also the wiki claim about animated rodimus' collar being in reference to him was written by him. Just saying that if you want to stay away from his claims, the even the wiki's wont help.

That claim at least does have a cited source to go with it.

The guy is knowledgeable, but now and then there are things said that make one go "Huh?".

[william-james88]

So what about that Devastator huh? Anybody think it's so big it should get it's own thread?

Just messing. But, in all seriousness, while Metroplex was less expensive and only available at retail at Costco (someone correct me if that's incorrect), Devastator has been confirmed to be on the TRU computer listing. Which means he may have a wider distribution that Metroplex had even though none of these toys are exclusives from Hasbro's perspective. Do you guys think the reason he will be available at TRU (among other probable places) even though he is of a much higher price point is because he is a more well established figure and more related to an existing toyline that is presently on the shelves (thematically at least)?

[chuckdawg1999]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

And while you're there be sure to check out "What's On Joe Mind?" The number 1 GI Joe podcast.

So what about that Devastator huh? Anybody think it's so big it should get it's own thread?

Just messing. But, in all seriousness, while Metroplex was less expensive and only available at retail at Costco (someone correct me if that's incorrect), Devastator has been confirmed to be on the TRU computer listing. Which means he may have a wider distribution that Metroplex had even though none of these toys are exclusives from Hasbro's perspective. Do you guys think the reason he will be available at TRU (among other probable places) even though he is of a much higher price point is because he is a more well established figure and more related to an existing toyline that is presently on the shelves (thematically at least)?

Did I miss something? Metroplex NEVER made it to the shelves at TRU? That's the kinda thing that would've killed the TF line for good.

[ZeroWolf]

I thought metroplex made it to all tru shelves, it was available there in the UK.

[phantom1592]

He made it to Michigan's. I think they only had one or two and they shelfwarmed forever... but I saw him.

[King Kuuga]

The one and only Metroplex I saw on shelves (other than the one at a Dragoncon vender's booth) was at Toys R Us. Was Metroplex deliberately exclusive or was TRU (and Costco apparently) just the only place that wanted to carry him? Because I'm predicting something similar with Devy, assuming smaller stores didn't want to carry Plex due to space issues.

[ZeroWolf]

I suspect that will be the case

[SkyWarpsGhost]

Well we were just talking about series were takara did all the engineering. Though car Robots did already have a construction based combiner...and actually a train based combiner. ..and diaclone reference prephaps?

The train (called JRX) was a model based on the combiners from the Brave series.

Source?

This long ass podcast featuring Protoman

And while you're there be sure to check out "What's On Joe Mind?" The number 1 GI Joe podcast.

So what about that Devastator huh? Anybody think it's so big it should get it's own thread?

Just messing. But, in all seriousness, while Metroplex was less expensive and only available at retail at Costco (someone correct me if that's incorrect), Devastator has been confirmed to be on the TRU computer listing. Which means he may have a wider distribution that Metroplex had even though none of these toys are exclusives from Hasbro's perspective. Do you guys think the reason he will be available at TRU (among other probable places) even though he is of a much higher price point is because he is a more well established figure and more related to an existing toyline that is presently on the shelves (thematically at least)?

Did I miss something? Metroplex NEVER made it to the shelves at TRU? That's the kinda thing that would've killed the TF line for good.

In the UK TRU definitely stocked Metroplex, as I've seen several both my local TRUs.

[Redneck Grimlock]

Well down here in North Carolina, there wasn't a Metroplex in sight at ANY store I went to

[Mindmaster]

Well down here in North Carolina, there wasn't a Metroplex in sight at ANY store I went to

This. I never, EVER seen the big guy in-person.

[Sabrblade]

My TRU was the only store in town that ever got Metroplex.

[Agamemnon]

Huh....there isn't even a Metroplex entry in the sightings. I had thought I had seen him at Target, but it may have only been at Toys R Us. I got mine online, so never hunted for him...

I'll likely get Devy online as well, especially if he is only available at Toys R Us and at their prices...

[william-james88]

Huh....there isn't even a Metroplex entry in the sightings. I had thought I had seen him at Target, but it may have only been at Toys R Us. I got mine online, so never hunted for him...

I'll likely get Devy online as well, especially if he is only available at Toys R Us and at their prices...

The price was confirmed by Hasbro so I am assuming its a standard price.

[Agamemnon]

Huh....there isn't even a Metroplex entry in the sightings. I had thought I had seen him at Target, but it may have only been at Toys R Us. I got mine online, so never hunted for him...

I'll likely get Devy online as well, especially if he is only available at Toys R Us and at their prices...

The price was confirmed by Hasbro so I am assuming its a standard price.

Now I'm curious. I'll have to compare Hasbro stated pricing with Toys R Us and Target. I usually shop at Target, partially for the convenience, but partially for the cheaper prices than Toys R Us.

[Cobotron]

Huh....there isn't even a Metroplex entry in the sightings. I had thought I had seen him at Target, but it may have only been at Toys R Us. I got mine online, so never hunted for him...

I'll likely get Devy online as well, especially if he is only available at Toys R Us and at their prices...

The price was confirmed by Hasbro so I am assuming its a standard price.

Now I'm curious. I'll have to compare Hasbro stated pricing with Toys R Us and Target. I usually shop at Target, partially for the convenience, but partially for the cheaper prices than Toys R Us.

TRU has become a big bully with their over pricing!

I feel like I saw Metroplex at Target. Once. I definitely saw him at TRU. I know 'cause I passed on him a couple of times and ended up paying more later.

[Wolfman Jake]

I saw a few Metroplexes in some of the TRUs around Minnesota early last year (or in late 2013, whenever they started showing up at mass retail. TRU isn't a store to shy away from expensive items. I don't recall seeing Metroplex at any area Targets or Wal-Marts, though.

[Amelie]

I'm looking forward to this actually being on my G1 shelf. I have the original, but this would look ace on display with G1 Megatron and Optimus Prime.

[vectorA3]

Metroplex was NOT exclusive to Costco. He was available at TRU. I think he was available at Target and walmart too, but I never saw him. I don't know why he wasn't more widely distributed. Maybe the scalpers snatched him too quickly at Target, wally and TRU, don't know.

[Sabrblade]

Metroplex was NOT exclusive to Costco. He was available at TRU. I think he was available at Target and walmart too, but I never saw him. I don't know why he wasn't more widely distributed. Maybe the scalpers snatched him too quickly at Target, wally and TRU, don't know.

I think it's more that a lot of retailers simply didn't order him. Every Target and Walmart I went to that year didn't have Metroplex not because he was sold out, but because there was never a spot reserved for him on the shelves. No big empty open space with a giant price to be found on any shelf. Just places for all of the smaller stuff. Walmart did sell a few on their website, but TRU and Costco seemed to be the only brick-and-mortar stores to physically sell the toy.