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News Credits: 217 · by **Diem** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:01 am

Obviously given the choice everyone wants the Takara Masterpiece Grimlock that comes with the apron, bow tie and drinks tray but if you're prepared to settle for the cheaper Hasbro figure with a crown instead then you'll be pleased to hear that he'll be available at San Diego Comic-Con! He'll cost $70 and will be available at Entertainment Earth's booth.

Entertainment Earth's booth website can be seen here. Thanks go to Seibertron member VectorA3 for bringing this to our attention!

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by **Naked Magnus** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:07 am

So why would someone pay $70 ad SDCC when he will be available for $60 at TRU?

News Credits: 217 · by **Diem** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:12 am

revengeofstarscream wrote:So why would someone pay $70 ad SDCC when he will be available for $60 at TRU?

To avoid disappointment? If there's a figure I really want I'm prepared to drop a few extra beans on a guaranteed buy rather than searching all day on the off chance of getting a cheaper one.

If there's a figure that's gonna be scalped harder than Animated Arcee it'll be this one.

News Credits: 2 · by **First-Aid** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:37 am

I prefer him with the bowtie and martinis. :grin:

News Credits: 5 · by **God Magnus** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:47 am

Diem wrote:If there's a figure that's gonna be scalped harder than Animated Arcee it'll be this one.

That's doubtfull. You have to consider the price point here. With Arcee, you're looking at an easy 100-200% proffit. Also consider the fact that there are already a lot of these floating around the market in the form of the Takara/Tomy version. He might be a little hard to come by initially, but I doubt he'll be all that hard to find once the dust settles.

News Credits: 1 · by **adamassc** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 10:25 am

*snrk* He's the same transformation difficulty level as WFC Prime!

News Credits: 609 · by **Razorclaw0000** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 11:30 am

Hot on the heals of our announcement of Masterpiece Grimlock's availability at Comic-con 2010, the Comic-con website has updated with confirmation of some of Hasbro's exclusive offerings, including Mighty Muggs Prowl and Autobot Blaster:

Comic-con Website wrote:

Price: $15.99
Production Run: N/A
Transformers Autobot Prowl Mighty Muggs Special Edition Figure

The TRANSFORMERS Universe and ultra-hip vinyl collectibles collide at Comic-Con International when Hasbro introduces AUTOBOT PROWL as a MIGHTY MUGGS figure for the very first time. Designed in the character’s classic Generation 1 style – and equipped with his signature blaster – this product is highlighted in premium commemorative foil packaging. In addition to being available at Comic-Con, a limited number will be available on HasbroToyShop.com after the convention. (Ages: 6 & up; Approximate Retail Price: $15.99; Available through HasbroToyShop.com, Booth # 3329 at San Diego Comic-Con)

Price: $49.99
Production Run: N/A
Transformers Autobot Blaster Special Edition Figure

You may want to look again, because what you thought was just a retro boombox is actually a “ROBOT IN DISGUISE!” Hasbro is excited to offer Comic-Con International attendees its TRANSFORMERS AUTOBOT BLASTER Special Edition figure. Designed in the character’s classic 1984 styling, this special AUTOBOT BLASTER figure includes its three cassette tapes/battle companions: STEELJAW, RAMHORN and EJECT. (Ages: 5 & up; Approximate Retail Price: $49.99; Available through HasbroToyShop.com, Booth # 3329 at San Diego Comic-Con)

Take a look at our full gallery of both exclusives and keep it here on Seibertron.com for all the Comic-con 2010 coverage, and any announcement of overstock available on HasbroToyShop.com.

by **Daddycon** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 11:44 am

Still have my mint G1 Blaster (albeit the one without the opening door) so I may hold off on this one. Nice to see this one back on the market just the same of course. Predaking (how I've longed for you since the 1980s) and the possible Trypticon re-issue will trump this purchase for sure. So much on the way from Hasbro/Takara, I don't know where to begin (and how I'll be able to keep my accountant wife happy at the same time). #-o

News Credits: 1082 · by **Tigertrack** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 11:54 am

Two of my favorite characters... I will grab them off of HTS.

News Credits: 609 · by **Razorclaw0000** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 12:01 pm

tigertracks 24 wrote:Two of my favorite characters... I will grab them off of HTS.

Me too, hopefully. I've been lucky the last two years.

News Credits: 8 · by **Megatron Wolf** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 12:26 pm

I must've missed the memo cause i had no clue Blaster was getting reissued. Ive always wanted one but at that price my collection is still going to be lacking one.

News Credits: 3 · by **ShGarland_1383** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 2:23 pm

Megatron Wolf wrote:I must've missed the memo cause i had no clue Blaster was getting reissued. Ive always wanted one but at that price my collection is still going to be lacking one.

For what it's worth I missed the Mighty Mug Prowl. Blaster was announced at BotCon, though, and from the look of it Prowl might have been too.

News Credits: 1082 · by **Tigertrack** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 3:23 pm

ShGarland_1383 wrote:
Megatron Wolf wrote:I must've missed the memo cause i had no clue Blaster was getting reissued. Ive always wanted one but at that price my collection is still going to be lacking one.

For what it's worth I missed the Mighty Mug Prowl. Blaster was announced at BotCon, though, and from the look of it Prowl might have been too.

He was in the display case next to Blaster.

News Credits: 1 · by **vectorA3** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 7:06 pm

if he's $70 at CC - the tax is included. I thought the initial listing on TRU.com said 69.99 anyway so I'm not complainin on the price.

In my best Ice Cube voice "Yeay! Yeay!!!"

i do NOT like the price of that blaster set. For $50 we should get 4 tapes. I think Soundwave was $50 last year too. Bummer

News Credits: 1 · by **SumoXL** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:24 pm

tigertracks 24 wrote:Two of my favorite characters... I will grab them off of HTS.

Does anyone know when they will drop them on the site, before, during, or after SDCC? i definitely want blaster. i couldn't get one when i was a kid and i be damn if i don't get one now as an adult. RESPECT LOL

News Credits: 5 · by **God Magnus** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:38 pm

SumoXL wrote:
tigertracks 24 wrote:Two of my favorite characters... I will grab them off of HTS.

Does anyone know when they will drop them on the site, before, during, or after SDCC? i definitely want blaster. i couldn't get one when i was a kid and i be damn if i don't get one now as an adult. RESPECT LOL

It's usually the Monday after.

News Credits: 5 · by **alexison** » Thu Jul 08, 2010 9:45 pm

I can't wait for my TRU to start stocking MP Grimlock. He is a simplistic, but excellent mold IMO.

BTW, my local TRU still has about 5-6 animated Arcee's. So, if anyone missed out or didn't get them in their area, just Pm me and I'll see what I can do.

News Credits: 2 · by **Sideswipe 00** » Mon Jul 19, 2010 10:40 pm

Hii i am new here

awesome site

But anyways Just wanted to say JUST ordered mmy Grimlock off of TRU! but the site says backordered. Oddly enough when I tried to order it on the computer it just said out of stock and couldnt order it, But I looked on my iphone it says backordered, and add to cart so i did and put in my stuff and viola! ordered!

I actually have the old blue grimlock. Had him ever since i can remember. anyways I shall be getting a blaster myself if I can scrounge up a few bucks :] bye!

News Credits: 1 · by **DaiShanPrime** » Mon Jul 19, 2010 11:05 pm

Sideswipe 00 wrote:Hii i am new here awesome site But anyways Just wanted to say JUST ordered mmy Grimlock off of TRU! but the site says backordered. Oddly enough when I tried to order it on the computer it just said out of stock and couldnt order it, But I looked on my iphone it says backordered, and add to cart so i did and put in my stuff and viola! ordered! I actually have the old blue grimlock. Had him ever since i can remember. anyways I shall be getting a blaster myself if I can scrounge up a few bucks :] bye!

Hello Sideswipe and welcome to siebertron!

I just ordered him at TRU.com too. ETA is 2-4 weeks though lol. I still have my G1 grimlock and I can't wait to get this MP.

News Credits: 2 · by **Sideswipe 00** » Mon Jul 19, 2010 11:09 pm

yeah the 2-4 weeks sucks, he def does look different than my blue grimlock XD but i wish i can afford get another so i can play with one and not bother the one in the box :\