The Energon Pub

News Credits: 905 · by **Mach** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 8:27 am

Japanese toy blogger "生存者" shared his latest haul on Transformers Encore 19 - Cassette Volume 3, focusing on Frenzy & Rumble.
Of course the Encore 19 also comes with Overkill & Lazerbeak. Encore 19 has been released in Japan & East Asia, so it is expecting to hit stores around the world sooner rather than later.

To view all images, click here: http://ameblo.jp/transform123/entry-10409997140.html

News Credits: 217 · by **Diem** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 8:32 am

Couldn't find this set today...hopefully I can get it tomorrow.

News Credits: 11 · by **Optimutt** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 9:33 am

Does anyone else find the white faces and lack of thigh decals strange?

News Credits: 4 · by **capellamusic** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 9:53 am

Optimutt wrote:Does anyone else find the white faces and lack of thigh decals strange?

I think the lack of those decals is to make them more show-accurate. As for the faces I didn't see anything "strange"... they look perfect to me and I can't wait to get this reissue.

by **AirForceBot** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 11:04 am

I have been a visitor of Seibertron for a few years now. And, until now, I have kept quiet and enjoyed the sights I have seen here. With that said, I wish to finally speak up about a frustration I have had in regards to the Encore series. When will Hasbro get it through their thick skulls that not everyone can get the Takara-Tomy versions? When will they give us these great classics? I know that Hasbro has released some in the Universe line and the 25th Ann. line. But, not much and it sucks. I want these guys- specifically, since I couldn't get them the first round because my parents were strict on what toys I could get as a kid back in the 80s. :sad:

by **Nujevad** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 11:39 am

Hasbro is not Takara. They're partners, not aliases of each other. Just because one releases something doesn't mean that the other will do the same.

News Credits: 241 · by **Jelze Bunnycat** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 11:59 am

Nujevad wrote:Hasbro is not Takara. They're partners, not aliases of each other. Just because one releases something doesn't mean that the other will do the same.

Indeed, and Hasbro focuses mainly on kids and their parents. The collectors market share is *very* low over here, unlike in Japan.

News Credits: 217 · by **Diem** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 8:27 pm

JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:
Nujevad wrote:Hasbro is not Takara. They're partners, not aliases of each other. Just because one releases something doesn't mean that the other will do the same.

Indeed, and Hasbro focuses mainly on kids and their parents. The collectors market share is *very* low over here, unlike in Japan.

Heh, I can't remember the last time I've even seen a kid in the Transformers sections here in Tokyo.

News Credits: 905 · by **Mach** » Sun Dec 13, 2009 10:10 pm

Diem wrote:Couldn't find this set today...hopefully I can get it tomorrow.

We shall wait for your review then...

by **Rated X** » Mon Dec 14, 2009 12:10 am

I see we have someone who lives in Japan on the forum. I got a question...Are henkei and takara prices comparable to hasbro prices if you walk in a store and pay cash ???

There are so many collectors on this site that defend Takara and Henkei's high prices by calling them "rare inports". They say the import costs from a 3rd party drive up the price. Plus, they still have to make a profit.

Thats understandable. But if you take all that out of the equation, How much can Takara or Henkei justify selling these figures for on the streets ??? Here a deluxe costs between $8.00-$12.99. Even if the Japanese market is geared towards adults, how much can they increase the price of plastic without causing an uproar ??? These things are not antiques. They come from a mold that can be used at any time. Any "limited edition" is because the company chose to make it "limited".

Tell me the real prices in US dollars on Deluxes and re-molds like rumble and frenzy here. Im so tired of speculation from collectors who never visited Japan. Tell us what they really sell for over there my friend...

P.S.

I mean no disrespect to anybody who supports current import prices or availability. I simply want to get the facts from someone who knows the truth.

News Credits: 402 · by **Mkall** » Mon Dec 14, 2009 3:12 am

Rated X wrote:I see we have someone who lives in Japan on the forum. I got a question...Are henkei and takara prices comparable to hasbro prices if you walk in a store and pay cash ???

Please don't derail threads with questions unrelated to the topic at hand. If you have a question such as this, please make a new topic.

Thanks

by **Rated X** » Mon Dec 14, 2009 3:46 am

Mkall wrote:
Rated X wrote:I see we have someone who lives in Japan on the forum. I got a question...Are henkei and takara prices comparable to hasbro prices if you walk in a store and pay cash ???

Please don't derail threads with questions unrelated to the topic at hand. If you have a question such as this, please make a new topic.

Thanks

No problem my friend. I apoligize. I would like to do that but honestly I dont know how to create a topic. I dont even know how to check my private messages without logging out. Is there a users guide available for this sites features ?

News Credits: 217 · by **Diem** » Mon Dec 14, 2009 5:24 am

Mkall wrote:
Rated X wrote:I see we have someone who lives in Japan on the forum. I got a question...Are henkei and takara prices comparable to hasbro prices if you walk in a store and pay cash ???

Please don't derail threads with questions unrelated to the topic at hand. If you have a question such as this, please make a new topic.

Thanks

Mkall, do you mind if I answer the question while it's here? If so, I'll wait for Rated X to start a new topic.

by **Coptur** » Mon Dec 14, 2009 5:07 pm

I copied this from my last post on the other review but this is my thought.

I just hope takaratomy market the next tape sets well.

I think they should package Squarktalk & Beastbox with Graphy & Noise

making the last set

Grandslam & Raindance with Zaur & Dial

These combinations would have east and west fight for them and keep the second hand market price down because we all know the scalpers would put a high mark up on the japanese figures, especially if they were put together.

by **Rated X** » Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:25 pm

Diem wrote:
Mkall wrote:
Rated X wrote:I see we have someone who lives in Japan on the forum. I got a question...Are henkei and takara prices comparable to hasbro prices if you walk in a store and pay cash ???

Please don't derail threads with questions unrelated to the topic at hand. If you have a question such as this, please make a new topic.

Thanks

Mkall, do you mind if I answer the question while it's here? If so, I'll wait for Rated X to start a new topic.

Thanks for getting back my friend. I honestly dont know how to create a forum (topic) Im not sure how to use the special features on this site. Maybe you can let me know the answer to that question in a private message.

Thanks

X