The Energon Pub

News Credits: 293 · by **shajaki** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 8:59 am

@SYG
I'm with you. Out of the three, the SDCC version is my favourite. Remolded elbows are dope, but if I'm just being honest with myself I can admit that at the end of the day they'll be Combined 97% of the time, so added articulation in the individual bots is kinda moot.

However, I'll be getting TT's because he'll be cheaper than the aftermarket price of SDCC's. *shrug*

News Credits: 13 · by **steals_your_goats** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 9:43 am

shajaki wrote:@SYG
I'm with you. Out of the three, the SDCC version is my favourite. Remolded elbows are dope, but if I'm just being honest with myself I can admit that at the end of the day they'll be Combined 97% of the time, so added articulation in the individual bots is kinda moot.

However, I'll be getting TT's because he'll be cheaper than the aftermarket price of SDCC's. *shrug*

I'm going to try to get him from HTS, I know it's going to be a crap shoot but I have faith that with the dwindling admiration of it I'll have a semi decent chance at grabbing one.

by **Moosey** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 9:51 am

steals_your_goats wrote:
shajaki wrote:@SYG
I'm with you. Out of the three, the SDCC version is my favourite. Remolded elbows are dope, but if I'm just being honest with myself I can admit that at the end of the day they'll be Combined 97% of the time, so added articulation in the individual bots is kinda moot.

However, I'll be getting TT's because he'll be cheaper than the aftermarket price of SDCC's. *shrug*

I'm going to try to get him from HTS, I know it's going to be a crap shoot but I have faith that with the dwindling admiration of it I'll have a semi decent chance at grabbing one.

I'm with Shajaki, although I personally think the TT version is the best looking. I was considering taking the easy route and just buying the hasbro version, but after seeing all the cool stuff takara's comes with, (like the guns that will be lended to other figures in need) I might just go for the high end. The only thing is, how much do you reckon the behemoth will be with shipping? I imagine he's gonna be pricy, despite being less than the SDCC aftermarket.

News Credits: 4835 · by **william-james88** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 10:48 am

I am really glad the SDCC version is getting some love, it means the toy has a market out there and that is always a great thing. Toys needs homes

Just a heads up though to those who say that the reason why Takara's is not benefitting to the combined mode, Takara does have a retractable visor which makes you able to alternate between the standard look from the Hasbro retail version, and the look from the SDCC version.

ALSO, here is a post I found on Talk Transformers facebook for the australians out there:

BEWARE OF THIS SCALPER ON EBAY!
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Devastator came out in Australian Big W stores on Thursday and was instantly sold out. This low-life managed to buy EIGHT of them and is attempting to scalp seven of them for AU$330 each (even though he only paid AU$200 each). I strongly advise that you do _NOT_ purchase anything from him or any other scalper.
Remember that every time someone buys a toy at an inflated price from a scalper, you are supporting their despicable practice and encouraging them to do it again. Help fight scalpers by NOT buying from them and drive them out of business!
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/361329629645
I'm so glad I don't use eBay! smile emoticon But how funny would it be if nobody bought them, leaving him $1400 out of pocket (or forcing him to just sell them for $200 each :p)
BE PATIENT! Most stores _will_ restock. Big W's computer system indicates that most stores are waiting on an order for 8-12 units per store. Here is a list of Big W stores which are _NOT_ awaiting restock (so don't bother trying them):
Sunshine, VIC
Altona Meadows, VIC
Endeavour Hills, VIC
Parkmore (Keysborough), VIC
Forest Hill, VIC
South Yarra, VIC
Queen Vic Village (Melbourne CBD), VIC
Box Hill, VIC
Taigum, QLD
Bonnyrigg, NSW
Wetherill Park, NSW
Yeppoon, QLD
Golden Grove, SA
Chullora, NSW
Burleigh Heads, QLD
Townsville, QLD
Ballina, NSW
Phoenix Park, Perth WA
Katoomba, NSW
Armidale W End, NSW
Stafford, QLD
Hallet Cove, SA
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Campsie, NSW
Victor Harbour, SA
Neeta City, Fairfield NSW
Canberra City, ACT
Macarthur, ACT
Canberra Airport, ACT
Auburn (not sure if NSW and/or SA)
Store stock info courtesy of griffin, and info regarding stores not receiving more stock courtesy of Paulbot.

News Credits: 293 · by **shajaki** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:07 am

Scalpers will always be supported. Its not something anyone LIKES, just something we have to live with. There's always someone willing to buy them.

News Credits: 131 · by **no-one** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:14 am

This looks like the face of someone who enjoys the taste of poop.

: I like poop; 2015-06-28 11.19.25.jpg (28.53 KiB) Viewed 7306 times

by **Nemesis Maximo** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:20 am

Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

News Credits: 1642 · by **D-Maximal_Primal** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:33 am

carytheone wrote:This looks like the face of someone who enjoys the taste of poop.

2015-06-28 11.19.25.jpg

News Credits: 1642 · by **D-Maximal_Primal** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:34 am

Being that I am very picky about prices, I will never let a Scalper win. From retain price, I rarely pay more than the actual brick-and-mortar cost. Like a voyager: Before tax it is $25. The most I have ever bought one was Brainstorm for $28. I will not be scalped. I just wish some people were are picky as I am about prices

News Credits: 3 · by **prjkt** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 5:36 am

that Dick is also thanking sites like Ozformers for "advertising" for him

the arrogance of that ass....

Anyway, in other news, I received my phone call this morning, went into Big W and put him on lay-by. The temptation to by him outright was great, but then common sense kicked in. I need to pay rent before I buy toys.

News Credits: 1 · by **RhA** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 6:09 am

Nemesis Maximo wrote:Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

Worse than Hitler! Argh!

Also, if scalpers keep buying up stuff, stores will order more stuff. So if everyone would be kind enough not to buy from mister scalperman and go to the store and ask for new stock or order directly from the stores for regular prices... We'll all push sales. Everybody wins.

Except for scalpers.

News Credits: 4835 · by **william-james88** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 5:17 pm

RhA wrote:
Nemesis Maximo wrote:Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

Worse than Hitler! Argh!

Also, if scalpers keep buying up stuff, stores will order more stuff. So if everyone would be kind enough not to buy from mister scalperman and go to the store and ask for new stock or order directly from the stores for regular prices... We'll all push sales. Everybody wins.

Except for scalpers.

That would be the best scenario, especially if the store gets more to fill your request.

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 9:59 pm

RhA wrote:
Nemesis Maximo wrote:Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

Worse than Hitler! Argh!

Also, if scalpers keep buying up stuff, stores will order more stuff. So if everyone would be kind enough not to buy from mister scalperman and go to the store and ask for new stock or order directly from the stores for regular prices... We'll all push sales. Everybody wins.

Except for scalpers.

They may be the worst thing since bagpipes, or cancer :-x

News Credits: 13 · by **steals_your_goats** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:04 pm

Hellscream9999 wrote:
RhA wrote:
Nemesis Maximo wrote:Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

Worse than Hitler! Argh!

Also, if scalpers keep buying up stuff, stores will order more stuff. So if everyone would be kind enough not to buy from mister scalperman and go to the store and ask for new stock or order directly from the stores for regular prices... We'll all push sales. Everybody wins.

Except for scalpers.

They may be the worst thing since bagpipes, or cancer

But....bagpipes are awesome!

News Credits: 456 · by **Sabrblade** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:07 pm

steals_your_goats wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:
RhA wrote:
Nemesis Maximo wrote:Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

Worse than Hitler! Argh!

Also, if scalpers keep buying up stuff, stores will order more stuff. So if everyone would be kind enough not to buy from mister scalperman and go to the store and ask for new stock or order directly from the stores for regular prices... We'll all push sales. Everybody wins.

Except for scalpers.

They may be the worst thing since bagpipes, or cancer

But....bagpipes are awesome!

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:24 pm

Sabrblade wrote:
steals_your_goats wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:
RhA wrote:
Nemesis Maximo wrote:Scalpers. You will never find a more wretched form of scum and villainy.

Worse than Hitler! Argh!

Also, if scalpers keep buying up stuff, stores will order more stuff. So if everyone would be kind enough not to buy from mister scalperman and go to the store and ask for new stock or order directly from the stores for regular prices... We'll all push sales. Everybody wins.

Except for scalpers.

They may be the worst thing since bagpipes, or cancer

But....bagpipes are awesome!

Guess someone doesn't watch enough red letter media [-(

But seriously though, I still remember that short

Someone needs to save that poor woman from that vile beast!

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:32 pm

So wait, does anyone know what the peg and hole on the sides of grooves legs are for?

News Credits: 226 · by **Burn** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:51 pm

Hellscream9999 wrote:So wait, does anyone know what the peg and hole on the sides of grooves legs are for?

It helps him form the upper chest/head of Devastator. Rather than developing a Prowl that combined with the Constructicons, they opted for Groove instead.

All hail Groovestator. He devestates the dance floor with his mad grooves.
That's what you get for asking in the wrong thread. mwahahahaha

by **Moosey** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 11:01 pm

Burn wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:So wait, does anyone know what the peg and hole on the sides of grooves legs are for?

It helps him form the upper chest/head of Devastator. Rather than developing a Prowl that combined with the Constructicons, they opted for Groove instead.

All hail Groovestator. He devestates the dance floor with his mad grooves.
That's what you get for asking in the wrong thread. mwahahahaha

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 11:10 pm

Burn wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:So wait, does anyone know what the peg and hole on the sides of grooves legs are for?

It helps him form the upper chest/head of Devastator. Rather than developing a Prowl that combined with the Constructicons, they opted for Groove instead.

All hail Groovestator. He devestates the dance floor with his mad grooves.
That's what you get for asking in the wrong thread. mwahahahaha

Yeah I noticed, would've asked you to delete it, but it was more active than the cw thread; delete it and this, if you so wish, but I would like an answer, if there is any to give.

News Credits: 60 · by **fenrir72** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 11:29 pm

Burn wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:So wait, does anyone know what the peg and hole on the sides of grooves legs are for?

It helps him form the upper chest/head of Devastator. Rather than developing a Prowl that combined with the Constructicons, they opted for Groove instead.

All hail Groovestator. He devestates the dance floor with his mad grooves.
That's what you get for asking in the wrong thread. mwahahahaha

To quote old Daffy........

Seriously now. Burn, were you one of the lucky ones to score a Devastator? If so, care to share any image?

The Aussie guy that got lucky, well.....thought he was you.

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 11:44 pm

fenrir72 wrote:
Burn wrote:
Hellscream9999 wrote:So wait, does anyone know what the peg and hole on the sides of grooves legs are for?

It helps him form the upper chest/head of Devastator. Rather than developing a Prowl that combined with the Constructicons, they opted for Groove instead.

All hail Groovestator. He devestates the dance floor with his mad grooves.
That's what you get for asking in the wrong thread. mwahahahaha

To quote old Daffy........

Seriously now. Burn, were you one of the lucky ones to score a Devastator? If so, care to share any image?

The Aussie guy that got lucky, well.....thought he was you.

lol, that was my immediate thought when I saw the thumbnail for the news posting: Guess Burn got his devastator and dropped by to rub our noses in it :lol:

News Credits: 226 · by **Burn** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 11:50 pm

Nope. Yet to receive a call that they got their stock in. Not expecting to receive it either. Accepted the fact a long time ago that when you live in a remote part of the country, things either take forever to get here, or just don't make it at all.

News Credits: 174 · by **Hellscream9999** » Tue Jun 30, 2015 12:11 am

Burn wrote:Nope. Yet to receive a call that they got their stock in. Not expecting to receive it either. Accepted the fact a long time ago that when you live in a remote part of the country, things either take forever to get here, or just don't make it at all.

I'm right there with you :BANG_HEAD:

News Credits: 226 · by **Burn** » Tue Jun 30, 2015 12:25 am

Hellscream9999 wrote:
Burn wrote:Nope. Yet to receive a call that they got their stock in. Not expecting to receive it either. Accepted the fact a long time ago that when you live in a remote part of the country, things either take forever to get here, or just don't make it at all.

I'm right there with you

Yeah ... no. You live in the US. You really don't know what bad distribution is. Go ask the Brits about bad distribution.