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[sol magnus]

Just drove 53 miles out to a target in L.I. to get the Rainmakers after the Target site said IN STOCK. When I arrived there was a kid named “Scottimus” standing there waiting for the stockroom people to actually put them on the shelf. He said that he’d been waiting for hours and was prepared to wait for a few hours more.

Long story short. I’m done with Target. The only reason why I even went there is because I have a $100 gift card from last Christmas that I never used and I figured “hey, I can get the Rainmakers for free!” I wasted time and gas and also ran the risk getting a speeding ticket. I’m giving my money to the scalpers from now on... they earned it.

They update the site once/day. if the site says "in stock" it either hasn't been put on the sales floor yet, or it's been sold out. I found this out when calling the one in Bel-air, Md last week. The site said "In Stock" but the customer service person I talked to said they just sold their last one that afternoon. They haven't "officially" been released yet, so just wait. I know, you want yours as much as I want mine, but be patient. (I sure as hell am not paying $150 for them on Ebay)

I just paid $150 for them on eBay

I missed the window for "ship to store," then called around to all the stores in a 100-mile radius that were showing it in stock. None were carrying it.

I ended up ordering it online for in-store pickup 2 hours away. I already have to drive an hour away for something else, but I'm still adding 3 hours to my round-trip to get this.

I don't think this is going to be restocked, I don't think stores are waiting to put them out. I think this is all we're going to get. If they appreciate, I might try to flip it at the next TFCon.

I think that’s a little paranoid. Target could be drowning in these by November. Look at their exclusive marvel legends, they’re more saturated in those than standard waves at the moment

Especially since a lot of people were worried about finding Galaxy Upgrade Prime, but now he's more common than Shockwave

Not in my area. I've never even seen one.

[Stargrave]

Just a couple of product images I found on DaimChoc Reports that I think we missed from before; close ups of holo-Mirage showing the hologram pixels cascading up his frame, and Aragon broken into his component weapon loadouts - which really is the same stock photo from Cog but it shows the pieces in Aragon's colors. Enjoy!

[Emerje]

Especially since a lot of people were worried about finding Galaxy Upgrade Prime, but now he's more common than Shockwave

Not in my area. I've never even seen one.

I've only seen him once in my area at Target, after I had already ordered him off Walmart.com (at a lower price mind you). I was at Walmart today and the only Siege figures they had were one Shockwave, one Starscream, and one Hound. No idea what they're doing with stock in my area, Target is no better. Where's my wave 3 Deluxes? I'm going to have to order them online before too long, this is feeling just like Titans Returns wave skipping all over again.

Emerje

[Ironhidensh]

Especially since a lot of people were worried about finding Galaxy Upgrade Prime, but now he's more common than Shockwave

Not in my area. I've never even seen one.

I've only seen him once in my area at Target, after I had already ordered him off Walmart.com (at a lower price mind you). I was at Walmart today and the only Siege figures they had were one Shockwave, one Starscream, and one Hound. No idea what they're doing with stock in my area, Target is no better. Where's my wave 3 Deluxes? I'm going to have to order them online before too long, this is feeling just like Titans Returns wave skipping all over again.

Emerje

We had a ton in my area, but then the Walmart stores put siege leaders on clearance, and they all sold. Target still has 3 or 4 of them.

[shikyrie]

Saw somewhere last night (Can't remember where, since it was close to 2:30am) that the 3 pack will be online only exclusives after about a month of the here and there madness. Keeping my fingers crossed that it's more sooner than later. I've got a $40 off coupon that expires at the end of August

[RodimusConvoy13]

Just a couple of product images I found on DaimChoc Reports that I think we missed from before; close ups of holo-Mirage showing the hologram pixels cascading up his frame, and Aragon broken into his component weapon loadouts - which really is the same stock photo from Cog but it shows the pieces in Aragon's colors. Enjoy!

Why is everyone calling this holo-Mirage. He’s not a Hologram, he’s turning invisible. That was his special power.

[sol magnus]

Just a couple of product images I found on DaimChoc Reports that I think we missed from before; close ups of holo-Mirage showing the hologram pixels cascading up his frame, and Aragon broken into his component weapon loadouts - which really is the same stock photo from Cog but it shows the pieces in Aragon's colors. Enjoy!

Why is everyone calling this holo-Mirage. He’s not a Hologram, he’s turning invisible. That was his special power.

On the TV show, yes. According to his biography and once-used power in issue 4 of the comic book, he creates a hologram of himself. So, whichever you want it to be, it can be.

[Stargrave]

Just a couple of product images I found on DaimChoc Reports that I think we missed from before; close ups of holo-Mirage showing the hologram pixels cascading up his frame, and Aragon broken into his component weapon loadouts - which really is the same stock photo from Cog but it shows the pieces in Aragon's colors. Enjoy!
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Why is everyone calling this holo-Mirage. He’s not a Hologram, he’s turning invisible. That was his special power.

On the TV show, yes. According to his biography and once-used power in issue 4 of the comic book, he creates a hologram of himself. So, whichever you want it to be, it can be.

I’m just going off the literal product description I know how Mirage’s powers work. It’s a place holder term it’s short and gets the rough point across. Say holo Mirage and people know what you’re talking about.

[sol magnus]

Just a couple of product images I found on DaimChoc Reports that I think we missed from before; close ups of holo-Mirage showing the hologram pixels cascading up his frame, and Aragon broken into his component weapon loadouts - which really is the same stock photo from Cog but it shows the pieces in Aragon's colors. Enjoy!
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Why is everyone calling this holo-Mirage. He’s not a Hologram, he’s turning invisible. That was his special power.

On the TV show, yes. According to his biography and once-used power in issue 4 of the comic book, he creates a hologram of himself. So, whichever you want it to be, it can be.

I’m just going off the literal product description I know how Mirage’s powers work. It’s a place holder term it’s short and gets the rough point across. Say holo Mirage and people know what you’re talking about.

Maybe it just sounded better than Inviso-Mirage? I don't know.

[Sentinel_Primal]

I will say that the Mirage from the three-pack looks better than I thought he would. Still need to decide what I'm doing with Aragon, then I might pick the set up for Impactor and Mirage, and also grab retail Mirage for a visible look

[Ironhidensh]

Found this photo on twitter from another TF news source, so talk as you will.

All I’ll say is, if Wallyworld pops out Jetfire for less than I paid pulse for, I’m going to be screaming at the moon.

[Stargrave]

Found this photo on twitter from another TF news source, so talk as you will.

All I’ll say is, if Wallyworld pops out Jetfire for less than I paid pulse for, I’m going to be screaming at the moon.

Thanks Ironhidensh I saw that too I can't believe WalMart is going to stock him jeez! I might news this but there's just a few to work on first.

[Stargrave]

Thanks to YouTuber Ome9asupreme we have a video review of the Transformers Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce (AKA the Firestormer pack) with deluxe Slamdance, the G2 deco'd deluxe Covert Clone Sideswipe, and Battle Master Trenchfoot! This is the perfect team to counter the fearsome Phantomstrike Squadron led by Skywarp. Even if you only want one or two of these figures it's hard to argue the appeal of all those accessories and the new blast effects included for Trenchfoot. This review also shows comparisons to the previous editions of these figures. You can order the Autobot Alphastrike Counterforce on Amazon here.

Enjoy the view and share your thoughts with the Seibertron crew in the forums, and as always stay tuned to Seibertron for the Ultimate in Transformers news!

[Vic Zanzibar]

Redwing and Refraktor playing with their new toys. The Micromasters are all a lot of fun. Cratermaker totally steals the show. An already great mold with a fantastic new color scheme. The plane guys are the next best followed by Road Police and then the Fireline/Wheelblaze truck mold. The new molds for Ricon (Whose alt mode VERY closely resembles CW Ironhide IMO) and Irontread are okay with Irontread being the better of the two due to a kinda nifty rotating cab transformation, but the articulation and aesthetics for both are hampered by both of them basically wearing their entire alt modes on their backs. Overall, a really fun set though. I am very happy I got it.

And I found Refraktor. I kinda forgot about him given how hard he has been to find at retail and the announcement of the toy-accurate three pack. My Walmart had three of him, but I only bought one. Very unfortunate for whoever comes after me.

[Nemesis Destron]

While I was watching the Slamdance portion of the review I kept thinking...Warpath where the hell is your upper body son!


But a great set indeed that I will be picking up but something else came to mind. It would have been epic if they had included some decals just like they did with LG G2 Megatron. The option for the fans to apply the SS on the sides and maybe a decal to go outside directly above the cabin....I'm just saying, 'nuff said!

[o.supreme]

Found this photo on twitter from another TF news source, so talk as you will.

All I’ll say is, if Wallyworld pops out Jetfire for less than I paid pulse for, I’m going to be screaming at the moon.

That is pretty cool. I'm surprised, and I'll be happy to say i was wrong, if it actually shows up in my area. To WM credit, one of the stores in my area did sell premium toys last year such as the Marvel Legends Infinity Gauntlet and Mjolh Mewmew Thor's Hammer.

Price I would imagine to be the same $79.99, but you don't have to pay for shipping if you see it in store. I presume that Predaking didn't make it to US Retail because the transition of TRU closing, may have been to soon for Hasbro to get another distributor...I just wish there was some way of knowing if Walmart would even carry Omega Supreme

Of course, this is the same walmart that goes overboard on anti theft devices for everything, and even locks up shaving products and pain relief medication. I imagine they'll have to hire a security guard for the toy section if they get these higher priced items...

[SGMLordMirage]

Might be in luck getting Jetfire at a local Walmart here in Virginia.. I got it,I could easily buy him off of HasbroPulse, but at a local Walmart, spotted the shelf price tag for him. To me that would be more gratifying to buy him in a store. Trust me, that will only hold for awhile. In addition, at a Target, spotted the shelf price tags for the Seeker 3 pc and the Mircomaster 10 pack.. Fingers crossed!

SGM

[Jelze Bunnycat]

Just a couple of product images I found on DaimChoc Reports that I think we missed from before; close ups of holo-Mirage showing the hologram pixels cascading up his frame, and Aragon broken into his component weapon loadouts - which really is the same stock photo from Cog but it shows the pieces in Aragon's colors. Enjoy!
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Why is everyone calling this holo-Mirage. He’s not a Hologram, he’s turning invisible. That was his special power.

On the TV show, yes. According to his biography and once-used power in issue 4 of the comic book, he creates a hologram of himself. So, whichever you want it to be, it can be.

I’m just going off the literal product description I know how Mirage’s powers work. It’s a place holder term it’s short and gets the rough point across. Say holo Mirage and people know what you’re talking about.

Maybe it just sounded better than Inviso-Mirage? I don't know.

"Holo Mirage" is the official (trademarked) name of that particular release:



Misnomer? Yes it is.

Might be in luck getting Jetfire at a local Walmart here in Virginia.. I got it,I could easily buy him off of HasbroPulse, but at a local Walmart, spotted the shelf price tag for him. To me that would be more gratifying to buy him in a store. Trust me, that will only hold for awhile. In addition, at a Target, spotted the shelf price tags for the Seeker 3 pc and the Mircomaster 10 pack.. Fingers crossed!

SGM

Don't know if it's the same elsewhere, but my local Walmart is going to perform the reset of the toy section this coming week, excited to see new stock! Keep your eyes peeled for hung up floor planners, and the date on the bottom.

[-Kanrabat-]

Will that 3 pack be on brick-n-mortar shelves, or is it just an online exclusive? Because if the price is right, it would be quite tempting.

[Microbot]

Will that 3 pack be on brick-n-mortar shelves, or is it just an online exclusive? Because if the price is right, it would be quite tempting.

amazon exclusive thanks Prime!...So anyone can get it even a little bot like me in Italy

[-Kanrabat-]

Will that 3 pack be on brick-n-mortar shelves, or is it just an online exclusive? Because if the price is right, it would be quite tempting.

amazon exclusive thanks Prime!...So anyone can get it even a little bot like me in Italy

Let's hope it's not an Amazon PRIME exclusive. Because my free trial is ending soon and I have no intentions of renewing.

[Stargrave]

Covert Clones, ‘Holo’ characters, hate to say it but the Autobots appear to be experimenting in a seemingly disposable warrior class. I mean Weaponizers are designed to be weaponized dismembered corpses. I fear to ponder the depths the heroic Autobots will resort to for victory. Just snatch up some innocent Micromaster walking by “guess what little buddy you’re my shield and/or gun today”.

Nice draft program you’re either a living shield or a gun or a dead gun.

Dang Siege is dark!

[ZeroWolf]

I always pictured weaponozers as more of a super robot gimmick where they just disassemble and reassemble after use. You know, so the animators get to reuse the stock animation footage as for combining Micromasters, I view it as something that they did to themselves to aid the bigger bots, with the cons following suit.

[Vic Zanzibar]

So what's the deal with Bluestreak and Soundblaster? When do they release? I kinda missed that bit of info during the hubbub of Comic-Con.

[SGMLordMirage]

Just wanted to share this in here before I put it under my Sightings page for Virginia. Got lucky, snagged the Micromaster 10 Pak. Of course in the photo is the Studio series Long Haul I found at the same Target. Unique thing about the Micromaster set, someone had returned it for some reason.. It had been opened and the figures cut from the inside bubble package. Took it to the customer service, they gave me 15% off the original price and they where all good, no damage.
Still no Seeker 3 Pak or Jetfire, fingers crossed!

SGM