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News Credits: 6 · by **Crankcase79** » Thu Dec 18, 2014 1:20 pm

A guy on the transformers addicts Facebook group has posted pics of all 4 wave 1 combiner wars deluxe figures he says he's picked up today at a smyths store in Durham. Go, go, go my peeps!

News Credits: 1 · by **Primacron's Little Helper** » Thu Dec 18, 2014 2:33 pm

Mr O wrote:
Insurgent wrote:Which would imply the other shops know it's not meant to be on the shelves and thus put them out early. But that would take a few weeks to trickle out and see how well they are selling. All shops put them out at the exact same time.

Unless the admin folks wanted to keep them till 2015 and an error was made on the shipping notes in the computers saying put them out now, thus meaning every shop put them out at once.

Update time. I've been in touch with the manager of the Cardiff store, they've had a delivery today and are expecting two tomorrow. He said they had Skydive and Fireflight. Assuming that all four deluxes are packaged together that must mean that they are on the pegs (didn't ask ) and the others have sold out, I think. He's put aside those two for me and will put aside the others if they come in (long story but suffice to say, a favour is the least they owed us ). So, I'll find out what's there Saturday morning when I go to pick stuff up. I'm telling you this because I don't believe for a second that this is the only Smyth's getting all these deliveries so, without wanting to give false hope, it may be worth staying in touch with your local store if you want CW for Christmas.

I've just got back from Smyths and they had all 4 deluxes in stock, I grabbed the three Aerialbots, but passed on Drag Strip.

I got the last Skydive and Fireflight so might be worth getting them to put Slingshot and Dragstrip aside for you as well.

Interestingly Silverbolt didn't ring up immediately, and the guy had to call his supervisor over. Got charged 22.99 so not sure if that's correct.

Also, random thing; there was an open notebook further down the aisle just lying on the shelf. I had a quick look at it and it had then names of all the deluxes plus the legends. I had a quick flick through and as far as I could tell it belonged to an employee. I took it as a positive sign that we're getting them!

News Credits: 6188 · by **Va'al** » Thu Dec 18, 2014 2:46 pm

If you have some photos, we can news it up!

News Credits: 1 · by **Primacron's Little Helper** » Thu Dec 18, 2014 5:06 pm

Really like the deluxes, saving Silverbolt for Xmas!

News Credits: 6188 · by **Va'al** » Thu Dec 18, 2014 5:31 pm

My 'consolation' is that, even if I were in Norwich and not in Italy, there are no Smyths whatsoever in any proximity to me.

by **Syn_13** » Thu Dec 18, 2014 5:33 pm

robotmel wrote::shock:
Just took a quick look at the Toys R Us website and the Transformers AoE Evolution 2 pack Optimus Prime is now down to a scalp-tastic £19.99!

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-4-Optimus-Prime-Voyager-Evolution-2-Pack%280129582%29

I'm tempted by this, only because I don't have a Classics Optimus Prime mould, and I'm in desperate need of a Voyager sized Prime to sit on my CHUG shelf. Is the Evolution pack version worth it? I don't mind chrome, not die-hard crazy about it but it works at certain times (Henkei Rodimus, for example). Got to admit, I prefer the Henkei version, but I don't know if it's really worth spending a lot more money on. I mean, effectively you're getting this guy for a tenner, so that's a bargain, right? I have no interest in the other version of Prime whatsoever though, not my thing. I'm sure I'll find someone to take it off my hands.

News Credits: 2 · by **Oddimus Prime** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 4:31 am

Yay! Office Xmas Pressie of SilverBolt for Meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

My office mate is awesome

News Credits: 15 · by **Ravage XK** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 4:42 am

Generations Chromia arrived yesterday and despite the front of the bike hanging behind her head is a fantastic figure. Those colours really stand out.

by **Pot Bot** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 5:33 am

Just noticed this on the Toys r US website, havent seen it before is it new?

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-Platinum-Edition-Optimus-Prime(0115657)

News Credits: 15 · by **Ravage XK** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 5:36 am

Pot Bot wrote:Just noticed this on the Toys r US website, havent seen it before is it new?

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-Platinum-Edition-Optimus-Prime(0115657)

Its not new, been around 6months or more I think. Not a bad price. I had one delivered a couple of days back. I was unsure about the different paint scheme but it looks good in person. Darker than the "normal" MP10 and the gold isn't as garish as you might think. Platimus Prime.

News Credits: 2 · by **Oddimus Prime** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 5:44 am

In my excitement to play with Silverbolt (productive office day!) I opened him up and have popped him into all 3 modes, however, not sure if this is going to be a common issue, but my Superion head has slightly wonky ears.

The antenna are rubberised which is fine but my ones wouldn't line up to the front of his head correctly which meant they were constantly swept back, as if he was a rabbit running really fast.

Easy fix though. I unscrewed his head, popped it off and pulled out the Ear piece, the paint on it had rubbed off slightly and the rubbed off paint had bunched up against the screw part meaning it would not pull all the way forward. I scraped off the paint (with scissors!!!) then checked it all worked before screwing it back on,. Took about 5 mins and has no detrimental affect on the figure. He now has upwards pointing ears rather than speed bunny.

I took pics if anyone else has this issue and needs help

by **Pot Bot** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 6:10 am

Ravage XK wrote:
Pot Bot wrote:Just noticed this on the Toys r US website, havent seen it before is it new?

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-Platinum-Edition-Optimus-Prime(0115657)

Its not new, been around 6months or more I think. Not a bad price. I had one delivered a couple of days back. I was unsure about the different paint scheme but it looks good in person. Darker than the "normal" MP10 and the gold isn't as garish as you might think. Platimus Prime.

Dunno how ive missed it unless theyve rejigged the pieces around this morning.

by **Syn_13** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 6:29 am

Ravage XK wrote:
Pot Bot wrote:Just noticed this on the Toys r US website, havent seen it before is it new?

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-Platinum-Edition-Optimus-Prime(0115657)

Its not new, been around 6months or more I think. Not a bad price. I had one delivered a couple of days back. I was unsure about the different paint scheme but it looks good in person. Darker than the "normal" MP10 and the gold isn't as garish as you might think. Platimus Prime.

I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that I actually prefer pimped out Platimus. I think the colours look amazing on him. The gold isn't at all gaudy because of the red being deeper. Just think he stands out more, in a good way. His trailer isn't as good though, the clear plastic looks a bit cheap, so I keep him in 'bot mode and the original MP-10 in alt mode with the cab.

by **brokenchopstick** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 6:34 am

Syn_13 wrote:
robotmel wrote::shock:
Just took a quick look at the Toys R Us website and the Transformers AoE Evolution 2 pack Optimus Prime is now down to a scalp-tastic £19.99!

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-4-Optimus-Prime-Voyager-Evolution-2-Pack%280129582%29

I'm tempted by this, only because I don't have a Classics Optimus Prime mould, and I'm in desperate need of a Voyager sized Prime to sit on my CHUG shelf. Is the Evolution pack version worth it? I don't mind chrome, not die-hard crazy about it but it works at certain times (Henkei Rodimus, for example). Got to admit, I prefer the Henkei version, but I don't know if it's really worth spending a lot more money on. I mean, effectively you're getting this guy for a tenner, so that's a bargain, right? I have no interest in the other version of Prime whatsoever though, not my thing. I'm sure I'll find someone to take it off my hands.

Yeah, I picked this up for Classics Optimus Prime. I think it was a little more expensive at the time but, even then - given the price you'll pay for CHUG OP separately (and the TRU offer of a free Deluxe figure at the time) - it was still a right bargain!

I'll probably use the extra Evasion Prime for a custom one day?

News Credits: 15 · by **Ravage XK** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 6:37 am

brokenchopstick wrote:

Anyone looking for a last minute gift cant go wrong with that set, two great toys.

by **Syn_13** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 8:54 am

brokenchopstick wrote:
Syn_13 wrote:
robotmel wrote::shock:
Just took a quick look at the Toys R Us website and the Transformers AoE Evolution 2 pack Optimus Prime is now down to a scalp-tastic £19.99!

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-4-Optimus-Prime-Voyager-Evolution-2-Pack%280129582%29

I'm tempted by this, only because I don't have a Classics Optimus Prime mould, and I'm in desperate need of a Voyager sized Prime to sit on my CHUG shelf. Is the Evolution pack version worth it? I don't mind chrome, not die-hard crazy about it but it works at certain times (Henkei Rodimus, for example). Got to admit, I prefer the Henkei version, but I don't know if it's really worth spending a lot more money on. I mean, effectively you're getting this guy for a tenner, so that's a bargain, right? I have no interest in the other version of Prime whatsoever though, not my thing. I'm sure I'll find someone to take it off my hands.

Yeah, I picked this up for Classics Optimus Prime. I think it was a little more expensive at the time but, even then - given the price you'll pay for CHUG OP separately (and the TRU offer of a free Deluxe figure at the time) - it was still a right bargain!

I'll probably use the extra Evasion Prime for a custom one day?

Well, I picked up this pack today with some birthday money and I have to say I'm very happy with it. The Classics version is fantastic, I'm really happy to finally own this mould and he's sitting proudly on my CHUG shelf now.

As for the other one, I have to say it's quite a cool figure. I'm not a fan of the way the Michael Bay's Transformers look, the aesthetic just doesn't do it for me, nor did the films, but he is a cool looking guy. The colours are well distributed, with a nice mix of red, blue and silver/grey, and he really does look good in alt mode. I wasn't keen on the look of the Moveiverse Prime's alt mode, and this figures nod to the original flat fronted cab in vehicle mode looks great. Plus, it's got flames.

by **brokenchopstick** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 10:24 am

Syn_13 wrote:
brokenchopstick wrote:
Syn_13 wrote:
robotmel wrote::shock:
Just took a quick look at the Toys R Us website and the Transformers AoE Evolution 2 pack Optimus Prime is now down to a scalp-tastic £19.99!

http://www.toysrus.co.uk/Toys-R-Us/Toys/Action-Figures-and-Playsets/Transformers-4-Optimus-Prime-Voyager-Evolution-2-Pack%280129582%29

As for the other one, I have to say it's quite a cool figure. I'm not a fan of the way the Michael Bay's Transformers look, the aesthetic just doesn't do it for me, nor did the films, but he is a cool looking guy. The colours are well distributed, with a nice mix of red, blue and silver/grey, and he really does look good in alt mode. I wasn't keen on the look of the Moveiverse Prime's alt mode, and this figures nod to the original flat fronted cab in vehicle mode looks great. Plus, it's got flames.

I prefer the version with the G1 colour scheme, for the sake of nostalgia more than anything. Need to get a faceplate for the head though, not a big fan of Opti-lips Prime.

by **Pot Bot** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 11:14 am

Well, the missus pulled a blinder today, she came home with cw Powerglide (damn he looks good) fireflight and Skydive. She says they also had bombshell, thundercracker, drag strip and the heli CW limb whos name has deserted me.

On a side note, ive bought my 2 yr old the rescue bots optimus (the big 1 that transforms into the trex) and dinobot for 19.99 and 20.99. Only to walk into home bargains and see them for 9.99 and 5.99 respectively

by **Renketsu** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 11:34 am

Ooh, what that from a Smyths?

If so, how much were the legends please?

Need a Bombshell

News Credits: 6 · by **Crankcase79** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 3:02 pm

CW Legends are 9.99 in smyths, A guy on Facebook took a pic and posted it.

News Credits: 2 · by **Insurgent** » Fri Dec 19, 2014 7:00 pm

I picked up that prime 2 pack at full price. Mainly for the classics one, as trying to get that by itself costs way more anyway. And I like the Evasion mould. Planning on getting that upgrade kit to make the g1 coloured version my classics Ginrai.

It's official! Combiner Wars are here! Now I just have to get my hands on some. And a Bombshell.

by **Pot Bot** » Sat Dec 20, 2014 4:29 am

Renketsu wrote:Ooh, what that from a Smyths?

If so, how much were the legends please?

Need a Bombshell

Sorry, the legends where exactly as that photo shows at 9.99.

The guy at the customer services kiosk says they have plenty in stock too which is cool. Especially when the missus says she will be going back on monday to get me the other 2 deluxes as she didnt have enough money on her at the time

by **ThunderThruster** » Sat Dec 20, 2014 4:34 am

Taking a roadtrip to the Derby Smyths for a CW figure hunt. Fingers crossed.

News Credits: 1 · by **Primacron's Little Helper** » Sat Dec 20, 2014 5:42 am

I notice that AOE Slash is available from the TRU website for £8, with £5 shipping that's £12. If I'd seen it on a shelf for that price I would snapped it up, for some reason online I'm not that interested.

by **Renketsu** » Sat Dec 20, 2014 5:45 am

Thanks for prices :-)

Just been to Speke and they only have CW voyagers (1 silverbolt,3 op).

Manager says it's probably due to the size of the store.

Hopefully saves people a wasted journey.

Loads of RID stuff, but not my thing so didn't look too much.