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[Maz]

Once upon a time there was a Diaclone, not just exclusive in colour and country, but also retailer. Its existence was questioned by all and sundry until proven beyond a reasonable doubt. A legendary Japanese collector teased enthusiasts across many lands with wordless images and scattered hints. The truth did surface, the world did learn, but a mere four specimens have ever been found boxed. Few they may be, but fully documented they have been. The 1984 Takara Diaclone Corvette Stingray was released in black and grey colours only in Finland as an R-Kioski retailer exclusive for a short time. While the 2002 Takara reissue lucky draw Black Tracks loosely referenced that Diaclone, it wasn’t until 2016 and the Tokyo Toy Show exclusive Masterpiece MP-25L Destron Sonic Sapper Loudpedal that Finland’s legendary gem was paid proper official tribute. This could be the best Masterpiece toy homage we’ve ever had.

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All the best
Maz

[shajaki]

Awesome article.

I don't have an extensive knowledge of Diaclone (I had no idea D-Black Tracks was so rare) but absolutely appreciate Takara's efforts. But like you the tampo'd insignia's bother me, especially when a figure like MP Shockwave gives you nothing but options, when what you actually wanted was tampo's.

I've found that I get more excited about these obscure homages than proper G1 cartoon versions. For some reason I have a soft spot for the oddballs