Munkky wrote:better robot and vehicle modes for the individual Constructicons
I think that when he was designed, the designers placed priority on the combined mode first, then went to the vehicle modes (Since they combine in vehicle mode) and finally the individual robots. From what I've seen, the UW version paid more attention to the individuals, but otherwise the only thing that makes that version superior is the paint.Munkky wrote:I'm taking this reissue announcement to mean that Hasbro aren't planning on making any new G1 Constructicons for a while, which is fair enough, we just got new toys od all of the Michael Bay Constructicons so it's not like there's been no Constructicon love recently. I already have Combiner Wars Devastator and am more or less happy with it, but even so, an all new Devastator with better robot and vehicle modes for the individual Constructicons would be much appreciated.
Rodimus Prime wrote:Hopefully the next iteration will consist of 6 deluxes instead of 6 voyagers.
o.supreme wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Hopefully the next iteration will consist of 6 deluxes instead of 6 voyagers.
The Taikongzhans KO is this exactly. CW scaled down to deluxe size, it looks great with the other CW/UW/PotP/Selects Combiners. For a KO it's also one of the most durable I've handled as well.
Jelze Bunnycat wrote:o.supreme wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Hopefully the next iteration will consist of 6 deluxes instead of 6 voyagers.
The Taikongzhans KO is this exactly. CW scaled down to deluxe size, it looks great with the other CW/UW/PotP/Selects Combiners. For a KO it's also one of the most durable I've handled as well.
No loss of structural integrity due to the smaller size? Also, what version of the joints does it use: CW or UW?
o.supreme wrote:Jelze Bunnycat wrote:o.supreme wrote:Rodimus Prime wrote:Hopefully the next iteration will consist of 6 deluxes instead of 6 voyagers.
The Taikongzhans KO is this exactly. CW scaled down to deluxe size, it looks great with the other CW/UW/PotP/Selects Combiners. For a KO it's also one of the most durable I've handled as well.
No loss of structural integrity due to the smaller size? Also, what version of the joints does it use: CW or UW?
Its CW unfortunately, but still looks good. The plastic is not official quality, but for $40 USD, it's the best KO I've ever handled. Solid and no breakage. Other KOs have literally fallen apart as I Transform them, so this was a pleasant surprise.
Yeah, let's try to keep KO talk in the KO forum.Jelze Bunnycat wrote:Since we're talking KO's, are there any 1:1 ones of some limbs, redecoed out there? I may need a couple for my plans... Don't kill me
Rodimus Prime wrote:Yeah, let's try to keep KO talk in the KO forum.Jelze Bunnycat wrote:Since we're talking KO's, are there any 1:1 ones of some limbs, redecoed out there? I may need a couple for my plans... Don't kill me
All I'll say is that the only reason I didn't get that KO yet is because it has the same gimp Mixmaster foot that the Titan does, except smaller.
o.supreme wrote:But if you are not really a fan of the character, then yeah, with $150 you can efinitely get a small haul of other TF's instead, might be more satisfying depending on your personal tastes.
Rodimus Prime wrote:But to handle him and pose him, it's just not worth it to me, he's too clumsy and takes up too much space.
aronjlove wrote:o.supreme wrote:But if you are not really a fan of the character, then yeah, with $150 you can efinitely get a small haul of other TF's instead, might be more satisfying depending on your personal tastes.
I like Devastator but I like the Constructicons too and as individuals, they don't really look as good as other combiner limbs. With Orthia or Abominus, the individuals look just fine next to my other figures. But from the pics I've seen of the Constructicons in robot mode, they lack some 'quality of life' features that other, newer figures have.
Thanks for the reply!
william-james88 wrote:Then dont get it and see if you can save enough for a unite warriors version.
The best individual constructicon is Scrapper but the Hasbro version neuters him by not giving him elbows. The unite warriors version lets him really shine. All other constructicons are improved (long haul is also given elbows) but Scrapper is where the big difference is felt. Plus they wach get individual weapons.
Anyways, if you like them as individuals, then the Hasbro version won't satisfy.
aronjlove wrote:william-james88 wrote:Then dont get it and see if you can save enough for a unite warriors version.
The best individual constructicon is Scrapper but the Hasbro version neuters him by not giving him elbows. The unite warriors version lets him really shine. All other constructicons are improved (long haul is also given elbows) but Scrapper is where the big difference is felt. Plus they wach get individual weapons.
Anyways, if you like them as individuals, then the Hasbro version won't satisfy.
Yeah, OK. I see BBTS had a pre-order for the UW version dropping this month that sold out. I'll keep my eyes open there to see if they get any more stock in. eBay is also an option but I'd probably look for pre-owned if I go that route. I didn't realize the UW version had that many improvements!
Thanks for the reply!
TF-fan kev777 wrote:The tough part would be finding the PC-07 kit nowadays.
aronjlove wrote:TF-fan kev777 wrote:The tough part would be finding the PC-07 kit nowadays.
Exactly this. I saw your comments earlier in the thread about the upgrade kit and went looking. The only person selling it is an eBay seller and it was almost as much as the rerelease of CW Devy. If I'm gonna pay that much I want it already assembled. That it must have sold out every time it was released because I can find other Perfect Effect upgrade kits for CW and PotP combiners but not PC-07.
Thanks for the reply!
o.supreme wrote:Also there is a scaled down KO version of the CW Dev. It is defintely not Hasbro/TT quality plastics, but for a KO, it is more stable than others in that, it doesn't brake when you Transform it . The individuals are all deluxe size and scales well with all other Generations Combiners. That's why I have both. UW to go with Siege Omega Supreme and the other Titans, and the KO to go with all my other combiners... It is relatively inexpensive, and if you just want something to sit on a shelf with your other combiners, it is a very nice option.
o.supreme wrote:It just depends on what you like most. I love Combiners as they are my favorite aspects of TF fiction. However I have the UW version of Devastator, and knowing it is objectively better in almost every way (paint apps aside), I would still be willing to pay more than double on the secondary market for the UW version, rather than settle for the CW version, but I understand my opinion is nor representative of most. The CW Devastator is a great toy in and of itself, if the UW version didn't exist, I'd be happy with it. But if you are not really a fan of the character, then yeah, with $150 you can definitely get a small haul of other TF's instead, might be more satisfying depending on your personal tastes.
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