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kirbenvost wrote:$200? Man, that's pretty crazy, especially with the exchange rate as it is. Hopefully this ends up coming out TRU, otherwise I don't think I can afford it

Same here. Though I can't say I'm surprised. The insecticons are 100$ so we all assumed something like Trypticon couldn't be less than 200$ and we were all proven right. But you never know. I was able to find the insecticons for 50$ (canadian, so 40$ US) total, the conehead seekers are available at Walmart.ca for pretty cheap and will undoubtedly be even cheaper in an eventual sale. Even fortmax is super reduced now, all considering, and he is an encore figure that didnt get as wide a distribution as this guy will get. So while I am not in a rush to get Trypitcon (I already own a very naked version of the G1 toy), I am not giving up on him entirely.

Looking much more forward to the Blaster and Perceptor set, I hope it gets to walmart

Oh and for anyone keeping tabs, this Trypticon release marks the end of the initial G1 releases of this year:

He goes on to mention some G1 Reissue news with the following names listed:

- Blaster
- Perceptor
- Insecticon
- Trypticon
- G1 cone head set

The only rumour left would be the rumour of G1 dinobots being rereleased as a platinum set but that one came later and may be referring to Hasbro rereleasing the SDCC dinobot set which featured the G1 colours on updated AOE molds.

Am I right in believing that Trypticon has never been re-released before now? I remember buying Gigastorm in Japan, but have a vague memory of getting a re-issue Trypticon, too.

Am I wrong?

primalxconvoy wrote:Am I right in believing that Trypticon has never been re-released before now? I remember buying Gigastorm in Japan, but have a vague memory of getting a re-issue Trypticon, too.

Am I wrong?

Trypticon was never reissued in original form. Not even as a regular reissue, Transformers Collection or Encore. If you got the Trypticon from China... "China" and "Reissue" combined usually means "Fake".

Well, I no longer feel the need to own the Astgrotrain and Blitzwing set. I really hated those colors and I happenned by chance uppon a reasonably priced vintage Blitzwing in really nice condition. I only had to buy the gun and Sword off Ebay... Ironically for the same price I paid the figure itself. Still no missiles but no biggie.

After that, I paid a kingdom's ransom for the black and white commemorative Astrotrain MISB. I openned him up and applied the stickers. Man, he's glorious looking. Way prettier than the original IMO.

All in all, I didn't save any $ on both figures compared to the recent re-issue. However, I got them in the colors I wanted.

Hoping there will be an opportunity to get Perceptor on his own!

I only have the RTS version of Perceptor, but have always been disappointed by his alternate mode being a vehicle.

Blaster seems to be the same version as the SDCC 2010 reissue, which I've already got.

The original perceptor was great. I hope you get one soon

$200 does seem a little too much for Trypticon, but he waaaaalks! I need one!

omgitstraxx wrote:Hoping there will be an opportunity to get Perceptor on his own!

I only have the RTS version of Perceptor, but have always been disappointed by his alternate mode being a vehicle.

Blaster seems to be the same version as the SDCC 2010 reissue, which I've already got.

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Perceptor on his own eh? Honestly I don't think the secondary market prices for the TRU Commemorative Reissue are that bad

I'm in the same boat as you though. I have Takara TFC Blaster reissue, so this (albeit awesome) Blaster/Perceptor set does nothing for me. I figure I'll eventually snag a TRU reissue.

Amelie wrote:I hope Trypticon is in a gharish g2-styled redeco. Like a snow leopard print with neon-pink details.

That may be stretch but given how this one came out of nowhere aside from the rumors here's hoping we all eventually get a G1 Scorponok. Let's all pray that this sells like hotcakes!

Cheers. I must be long in the tooth to forget which TF's I've bought...

shajaki wrote:Welcome to Seibertron!
Perceptor on his own eh? Honestly I don't think the secondary market prices for the TRU Commemorative Reissue are that bad

I'm in the same boat as you though. I have Takara TFC Blaster reissue, so this (albeit awesome) Blaster/Perceptor set does nothing for me. I figure I'll eventually snag a TRU reissue.

Thanks for the welcome!

Yup, I'll have to keep an eye out for one too. I really want that microscope alternate mode that I always wanted but never had as a kid

omgitstraxx wrote:Yup, I'll have to keep an eye out for one too. I really want that microscope alternate mode that I always wanted but never had as a kid

When dealing with eBay, patience is a virtue. On average he appears to sell between 30-50 bucks

AAAAAHHHH Trypticon!!! I want this so bad but I don't know how I'm gonna afford him especially with Devastator coming too . Guess Devvy will have to wait till the holidays, but then again, there may be new trypticon a couple years down the road, so IDK about anything.

Moosey wrote:AAAAAHHHH Trypticon!!! I want this so bad but I don't know how I'm gonna afford him especially with Devastator coming too . Guess Devvy will have to wait till the holidays, but then again, there may be new trypticon a couple years down the road, so IDK about anything.

Focus on what you want most and save for it. Once you get it, save for the other one. If it takes a while, that is fine, you have more odds of a sale at a more affordable price point. True, it might end up being sold out but at least by focusing on what you wanted most, there will be no regrets to your decision. Historically speaking though, Hasbro<s Metroplex is now selling for at least double what it was originally sold for while Encore Fortmax is still selling at BBTS and at a discount.

I can't think of any G1 reissue that was available at retail that sold out and was never discounted. If these were limited, there could be cause for worry, but they aren't.
Anyone is free to correct me.

Platinum Edition Trypticon Boxed pictures

From Cybertron Phillipines

I still can't believe we are getting this. Amazing! It will be interesting to see if the electronics are still in it.

Seibertron wrote:I still can't believe we are getting this. Amazing! It will be interesting to see if the electronics are still in it.

I will try to get scans of the back of the box. That will let us know for sure.

Thanks to Cybertron Philippines and Seibertronian Primeultimus we now have In-Box shots of Hasbro Transformers Platinum Edition G1 Reissue Trypticon! It was only days ago that the Trypticon Reissue went from rumor to confirmation (with a TFsource Pre-Order), and now we have shots of some stunning box artwork and the open flap picture window of the figure. Keep scrolling to see the pics, join the discussion in our Energon Pub, or browse our Exclusive Gallery section. There's always something to do at Seibertron.com!

So want this

I want that painted on my van which I don't own!

shajaki wrote:Thanks to Cybertron Philippines and Seibertronian Primeultimus we now have In-Box shots of Hasbro Transformers Platinum Edition G1 Reissue Trypticon! It was only days ago that the Trypticon Reissue went from rumor to confirmation (with a TFsource Pre-Order), and now we have shots of some stunning box artwork and the open flap picture window of the figure. Keep scrolling to see the pics, join the discussion in our Energon Pub, or browse our Exclusive Gallery section. There's always something to do at Seibertron.com!

Looks like the decals are already attached just like Piranacon.

Moosey wrote:AAAAAHHHH Trypticon!!! I want this so bad but I don't know how I'm gonna afford him especially with Devastator coming too . Guess Devvy will have to wait till the holidays, but then again, there may be new trypticon a couple years down the road, so IDK about anything.

Focus on one genre. What is your primary? I'm on G1 vintage. So I focused on it like my Seeker Squad. The UW line comes in 2 month intervals hence I can recharge the funds.

SW's SilverHammer wrote:I want that painted on my van which I don't own!

I do too

shajaki wrote:

SW's SilverHammer wrote:I want that painted on my van which I don't own!

I do too

Let Me Drive My Van into Your Heart Trypticon.

SW's SilverHammer wrote:I want that painted on my van which I don't own!

This statement tops the photo of Takara's Scourge riding Gel-shark for "best thing I've seen or heard all day".

The art and packaging look sweet.
Really happy this is happening.