The Energon Pub

[Sowndwave76]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

[ZeroWolf]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

A good fair few numbers of Seibertron members swear by it

[Sowndwave76]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

A good fair few numbers of Seibertron members swear by it

Nice... Good to hear and know... Just preordered!!!!!!!!

$213... Really happy with that price. I'm not saying he's worth any more than that, and I wouldn't argue with someone saying he's worth less.
But initially seeing $265-$275 (before tax) as an estimated cost was a bit of a punch to the gut.
I also think there's a good chance this will be my last MP figure...
I'd love to have a set of seekers, but not for $215 per. That most likely isn't going to happen.
Now an MP Galvatron would probably be tempting, but depending on all the variables that come into play and need my stamp of approval, who knows.
For now, I'm saying this Starscream will be it...
Finally having MP Megatron, Soundwave, Shockwave and SS all together on one shelf.
Pretty freakin' cool imo!!

[-Kanrabat-]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

Have you ever used Amazon.com?

Same thing.

Be sure to click the English option and to check the "eligible for international shipping" box.
Then, treat it as the same old Amazon.

[Sowndwave76]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

Have you ever used Amazon.com?

Same thing.

Be sure to click the English option and to check the "eligible for international shipping" box.
Then, treat it as the same old Amazon.

Uhhhh, I don't remember clicking an "eligible for international shipping" box...
Hope that's not a huge problem.

[-Kanrabat-]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

Have you ever used Amazon.com?

Same thing.

Be sure to click the English option and to check the "eligible for international shipping" box.
Then, treat it as the same old Amazon.

Uhhhh, I don't remember clicking an "eligible for international shipping" box...
Hope that's not a huge problem.

That's only when looking for some random things to buy. The link above got you covered.

[Sowndwave76]

I've never used Amazon Japan...
I'm assuming it's trustworthy?

Have you ever used Amazon.com?

Same thing.

Be sure to click the English option and to check the "eligible for international shipping" box.
Then, treat it as the same old Amazon.

Uhhhh, I don't remember clicking an "eligible for international shipping" box...
Hope that's not a huge problem.

That's only when looking for some random things to buy. The link above got you covered.

Thanks for the reassurance! Appreciate it!!

[Cyberpath]

＼追加情報！／　
予約受付中の
■MP-52 スタースクリームVer.2.0
と初代スタースクリームを並べてみました！
なんとこの2つ同じ開発マンが開発しています！

ご予約はこちら！⇒https://bit.ly

Google translate:

\Additional Information! / Now accepting reservations ■ MP-52 Starscream Ver.2.0 and the first Starscream are lined up! These two are being developed by the same development man! Click here to make a reservation! ⇒ https://bit.ly/

[-Kanrabat-]

Looking forward the comparison shots between MP-03 and MP-11.
The difference will sure be amazing.

[ZeroWolf]

Greetings Seibertronians! This is a fun tweet that we were alerted to by fellow Seibertron users, Cyberpath and -WonkoTheSane-. Takara Tomy have tweeted out a new image of MP-52 Starscream ver 2.0, standing next to his forebearer, the original Generation 1 Starscream!



The tweet that accompanies the image say thats the same designer that worked on the original Starscream toy is also working on MP-52. It also reminds viewers that the figure can be preordered now, so if you want this forthcoming Masterpiece, get your orders in!

Are you getting this version of Starscream? Do you already have MP-03 and MP-11? Will MP-52 join them? Will you be putting him with his original G1 toy? Let us know in the Energon Pub and stay tuned to Seibertron for all the latest news and reviews!

[Lore Keeper]

There's no debate that the MP is an engineering improvement, but there's just something off about it to me. I find it kind of... ugly, to be honest.

[Sabrblade]

There's no debate that the MP is an engineering improvement, but there's just something off about it to me. I find it kind of... ugly, to be honest.

I think it's the gray. It's a tad too dark.

[Sowndwave76]

There's no debate that the MP is an engineering improvement, but there's just something off about it to me. I find it kind of... ugly, to be honest.

I think it's the gray. It's a tad too dark.

I literally just thought the same thing!!
Really should’ve been a little lighter... His head & face should contrast with that color more.

[-Kanrabat-]

There's no debate that the MP is an engineering improvement, but there's just something off about it to me. I find it kind of... ugly, to be honest.

I think it's the gray. It's a tad too dark.

May be a camera/monitor thing.
Personally, I think this may be THE MP Starscream MP-11 should have been since the very start. Not counting Meteor that I skipped because IMO, 3P don't count.

[Lore Keeper]

There's no debate that the MP is an engineering improvement, but there's just something off about it to me. I find it kind of... ugly, to be honest.

I think it's the gray. It's a tad too dark.

May be a camera/monitor thing.
Personally, I think this may be THE MP Starscream MP-11 should have been since the very start. Not counting Meteor that I skipped because IMO, 3P don't count.

I prefer the more realistic asthetic of MP-11 over the puffy cartoon look, personally. If they could make an MP with that asthetic, but this engineering, I'd consider it perfect.

[Rodimus Prime]

There's no debate that the MP is an engineering improvement, but there's just something off about it to me. I find it kind of... ugly, to be honest.

I think it's the gray. It's a tad too dark.

May be a camera/monitor thing.
Personally, I think this may be THE MP Starscream MP-11 should have been since the very start. Not counting Meteor that I skipped because IMO, 3P don't count.

I prefer the more realistic aesthetic of MP-11 over the puffy cartoon look, personally. If they could make an MP with that aesthetic, but this engineering, I'd consider it perfect.

My thoughts exactly. MP-11 was almost perfection, with a few small nitpicks. I don't see how this surpasses it. Like you saud, it's kinda ugly, but for me it's not the gray or light blue. It's more the body itself in robot mode.

[Seibertron]

My thoughts exactly. MP-11 was almost perfection, with a few small nitpicks. I don't see how this surpasses it. Like you saud, it's kinda ugly, but for me it's not the gray or light blue. It's more the body itself in robot mode.

I agree. The new one seems too cartoonish and his Seeker boobs look off (the inner hole should be deeper or something, not sure what's off about it). I think I'm also just generally annoyed that we are going to cycle through Masterpiece Seekers again for the 3rd time when there are so many other characters that I'd rather have, especially when I'm very happy with MP-11 Starscream.

[-Kanrabat-]

Maybe you guys got the Hasbro version of MP-11 at a good price.
For the 300+$CAN I paid, I got scammed with what felt like a regular 60$ leader with his damn loose chest.

Plus this new one being "too cartoony" make it different enough to be worth it IMO.
Let's hope there's no QC or design flaws like for Hound and New-New Optimus.

[Rodimus Prime]

I'm also just generally annoyed that we are going to cycle through Masterpiece Seekers again for the 3rd time when there are so many other characters that I'd rather have, especially when I'm very happy with MP-11 Starscream.

Same here. I've been waiting for MP Blaster ever since we got Soundwave. It's not like the engineering is that different.

Anyway, back on topic, obviously they're going for the same result they did with MP-44. Though IMO 44 is an improvement over MP-10. But I think in this case it's too much of a good thing. It's like when you put too much icing on a cake.

[Rodimus Knight]

I really liked the overall look of the original Starscream MP, the one that was like steel blue. I loved the more "realistic" look of it. I'm not a big fan of the more cartoony look of this one. I agree the engineering is pretty fantastic though.

[-Kanrabat-]

I really liked the overall look of the original Starscream MP, the one that was like steel blue. I loved the more "realistic" look of it. I'm not a big fan of the more cartoony look of this one. I agree the engineering is pretty fantastic though.

I too, ADORE my original MP-03. But I think of him as "Alternate Universe" Starscream. For a more "toon accurate" Screamers MP-11 should have done the job, but I felt betrayed. This newer MP is what will finally satisfy my Toon Screamers need.

[william-james88]

Thanks to Burn, AllNewSuperRobot and Cyberpath, we have several online internation listings for the upcoming new Masterpiece Starscream:

For UK you have In Demand Toys and Kapow:

£219.99 ID Toys

£214.95 Kapow Toys

Of Note, ID Toys gives the release date as 'June 2021', Kapow 'July 2021'

Amazon Japan for most people in the world wanting the best deal

19,419 yen ($185 USD) before shipping/fees


And for Australia, here is what our resident Australian found:

EB Games pre-order

For the low low price of $50 ... you can place a deposit and pre-order him, then come 30 June 2021 you can take him for an extra $459!

[-Kanrabat-]

So, Will, did you preordered him, or are you skipping?

[hausjam]

Amazon Japan is ¥21,361, not 19419.

[Cyberpath]

Amazon Japan is ¥21,361, not 19419.

Also up on Anime-Export for a similar price.
http://www.anime-export.com/product/49558


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