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News Credits: 1082 · by **Tigertrack** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 6:28 am

First Re-Issue Ultra Magnus and now this...

Yes, it appears to be true, but don't get too excited, the prices are a bit outrageous at $98.72 for each, except Starscream who is $79.88.

All are listed as IN STOCK even Megatron.

Here are the links:

Optimus Prime

Megatron

Starscream

Soundwave

A product description from Megatron:

Features & Specifications

Transformers Encore original style transforming robots
TRANSFORMER Megatron - G1 New PackageDesign. This 6 inches Transformer Megatron PVC figure in the alternate mode of a Walther P 38. Megatron is the Decepticon leader. This is a remake of the Original Collection piece, which are nearly impossible to find now and was one of the best selling items when the first edition came out. This revised figure features some new parts (i.e. new molds).
Shipping Weight (in pounds):

3.0
Product in Inches (L x W x H):

16.0 x 16.0 x 8.0
Assembled in Country of Origin:

USA and/or Imported
Origin of Components:

USA and/or Imported
Wal-Mart No.: 000784718"

I cannot imagine a lot of people will buy it from Walmart as you were able to get a set for less than half that amount from most online retailers.

However, many have sold out, so this option is now available.

Is this a test to see how well imported collectible toys would sell on the wholesale market? Or something else?

Let us know what you think!

As always, we'll try to keep you informed of any new toys news, in the Seibertron.com Toy News section.

News Credits: 226 · by **Burn** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:04 am

That product description sounds like a bad translation.

Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?

by **Talon523** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:08 am

Thanks for the heads up. I hope they don't sell well and they roll the price back to $50. I might jump on a Megs for that.

Website · by **Flux Convoy** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:10 am

Burn wrote:That product description sounds like a bad translation.

Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?

For that matter, how will Convoy adhere to toy safety laws with his long stacks?

by **upther** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:14 am

Too rich for my blood. I'd jump on Megatron if he was around $50 though.

News Credits: 226 · by **Burn** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:18 am

Flux Convoy wrote:
Burn wrote:That product description sounds like a bad translation.

Guess Hasbro's experiment with MP Magnus must have paid off though if they're going to release the encore line in the US. Though how won't Megatron have to be modified?

For that matter, how will Convoy adhere to toy safety laws with his long stacks?

Well when they released Masterpiece Ultra Magnus in Australia they slapped a higher age sticker on it and pretty much marketted it towards collectors.

Perhaps they'll do the same with imported Encore.

News Credits: 4 · by **zatara1701** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 7:39 am

BigBadToyStore still has Soundwave and Starscream in stock for HALF of what Walmart is charging... So no thanks.

Personally I think Walmart is banking on the "uneducated" newbie collectors that dont know any better. Which is sad, but business is business I guess.

by **DSanza** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:04 am

How will they get around the gun toy law with this Megatron? Another orange piece?

News Credits: 9 · by **Zeds** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:12 am

DSanza wrote:How will they get around the gun toy law with this Megatron? Another orange piece?

QFT! Can't believe that this got through without a plug.

News Credits: 7 · by **shortround** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:13 am

It will be intresting to see how this goes over and if they sell well enuff.

News Credits: 6 · by **Dr. Caelus** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:21 am

I assume the "new molding" refers to an orange safety cap.

News Credits: 198 · by **DevastaTTor** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:27 am

Well, considering Megatron and OP aren't available any more, this might be an option for collectors who waited too long to order before-if it's legit (which I can't see why not).

You know, on a different note, it just occured to me that, instead of potentially blowing the bank on a Classics SS, I just need to get the encore to display with the G1 MP SS I'm planning on getting when released-through Walmart no less.

by **Fred2012** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:44 am

omg my uncle grew up watching transformers. he saved up all his money for 6 months just to buy soundwave, he took it to soccer practice, put it in is locker, and it got stolen. now i can get one for him, he still misses it, even though he's 28...

News Credits: 150 · by **GetterDragun** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:55 am

Wow, someone at WalMart likes Transformers!

by **lanzajr26** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 8:58 am

Heh, Megatron already shows as out of stock.

by **dabattousai** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:17 am

Wal-Mart will soon become the Empire and will take down all other retailers and the rebels will strike back. Welcome to Market Wars!

by **WhiteNoise** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:33 am

$98.00??? Are they out of thier minds? Who's buying this stuff for that kind of cash when you can buy the Takara re-issues and the several other re-issues for less?

by **shakira** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:41 am

Seeing how well the Ultra Magnus thing went at WalMart I will pass. Too bad

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News Credits: 3597 · by **Seibertron** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:43 am

That is f'ing hilarious!!! I can't believe I just saw a page reserved for the old school Walther P-38 Megatron on Walmart.com. Absolutely f'ing hilarious!

News Credits: 8 · by **Liege Evilmus** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 9:51 am

Not that they can keep stock anyway, but at that price, PASS all the way around!

News Credits: 409 · by **Stormrider** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 10:02 am

This is very interesting that Takara is getting into Hasbro's territory. Perhaps this is a sign of good things to come.

News Credits: 3597 · by **Seibertron** » Tue Aug 21, 2007 10:15 am

Maybe this crazy rumor I heard at Wizard World about Walmart wanting to do a Fort Max reissue alongside other reissues isn't quite so crazy now. Hmm ... now I'm wishing I remembered exactly what Brian told me.