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Rodimus Prime wrote:

PerfectVision wrote:

ZeroWolf wrote:I don't think the pelvis on the CW/UW Cyclonus is that big, its in proportion to the rest of the figure. He's one of my biggest Combiner Wars regrets, not getting him, and I couldn't afford the Unite Warriors version

Maybe from in front but not from the side and the boots seems too big for him like Hotspot and Strongarm.

To keep this on Kingdom, I gotta say Cyclonus's jet mode is spot on. Looks nearly perfect.

Now, for reference to your quote:

The boots hmm?It's only the upper part from side where the two others are worse.From IN FRONT:they are too larges.

To keep this new Cyclonus as a jet would be a waste.

Target is starting to ship Kingdom Deluxes. All four shipped today for me, though Blackarachnia shipped separately (via FedEx) from the other three (via UPS). Cores are probably shipping as well, mine say they're "preparing to ship". Everything is expected in two weeks, but it'll probably all be here by Friday.

Emerje

I gots my Kingdom Cyclonus from Gamestop(finally yesterday) and he is perfect. I can actually say he is the perfect Cyclonus from G1 Sunbow. As one of my fav, along with Scourge, G1 Decepticon figures as a kid, this is so awesome. I dont know why anyone that is a fan of the original cartoon/movie could complain about this figure. He is incredible, has a near geniious level enginerring transformation, cartoon acurate look, perfectly solid joints and feels good in hand. I cant believe how amazed I am at this figure. Though I am in Kentucky and my shipping from Gamestop came from Shepardsville KY, then Arlington TX, then back to me in KY after nearly a whole week in shipping. So this is my first, and last, Gamestop order. But when the time does come, I completely recommend this figure for a G1 Sunbow Cyclonus.

Different people have different expectations and standards. The only thing that should matter to you is if you like the figure or not. Don't worry about whether anyone else likes it (maybe unless you bought it for that person), because that should have no bearing on your enjoyment.

Rodimus Prime wrote:Different people have different expectations and standards. The only thing that should matter to you is if you like the figure or not. Don't worry about whether anyone else likes it (maybe unless you bought it for that person), because that should have no bearing on your enjoyment.

Couldn't agree more. There are case where i love a figure lots of people don't. Or dislike a figure a lot of people love (ER cliffjumper mold, for example).

Hi, just wanted to make you all aware of this:

aronjlove wrote:Kingdom Megatron is technically in-stock at Gamestop. I say technically as I've yet to get a shipping notice for Cyclonus, but the website allows you to order for delivery by Jan 4th. I know a couple of folks have already received Cyclonus so I figured I'd share this info about Megatron.

I jumped on that as soon as I saw someone else report it. It’s set to arrive on Wed. I’m pretty excited as it’s my first BW Megatron aside from the scrawny 10th Anniversary/Cybertron Deluxe I had as a kid.

Well, Gamestop came through with Cyclonus and I freaking love him! I wish all figures had light-piped eyes.

aronjlove wrote:Well, Gamestop came through with Cyclonus and I freaking love him! I wish all figures had light-piped eyes.

He seems to have lightpiped wings too, which arguably looks cooler, actually.

Looks more like a combination of powerful enough flashlight and thin enough plastic that it shines through, as opposed to an intentional design choice.

alekese wrote:Looks more like a combination of powerful enough flashlight and thin enough plastic that it shines through, as opposed to an intentional design choice.

I am aware. But still looks cool.

My Vertebreak shipped from Target, so I will soon have both beast Core class figures. Nothing else has shipped yet

Also just so we are keeping tabs, once again the US is the first place to get the new toys in a rather easy fashion (online bbts or gamestop).

bacem wrote:

alekese wrote:Looks more like a combination of powerful enough flashlight and thin enough plastic that it shines through, as opposed to an intentional design choice.

I am aware. But still looks cool.

It really looks cool and the LED is very strong. I bought some LED keychain lights on Amazon to show off light piping and they are much stronger than I anticipated.

I should also mention Cyclonus's wings feel pretty strong even though the light shines through. I'm guessing it is because the plastic is colored and not painted. The figure has tight joints and feels very sturdy when transforming. Very happy with this purchase!

william-james88 wrote:Also just so we are keeping tabs, once again the US is the first place to get the new toys in a rather easy fashion (online bbts or gamestop).

Is that good or bad?

william-james88 wrote:Also just so we are keeping tabs, once again the US is the first place to get the new toys in a rather easy fashion (online bbts or gamestop).

william-james88 wrote:Also just so we are keeping tabs, once again the US is the first place to get the new toys in a rather easy fashion (online bbts or gamestop).

And the days of an entire wave being released are long gone.

I got my Cyclonus today, which was a nice surprise.
I tend to wait to open my figures but couldn't hold off this time.
Imo this is a version of a character that now doesn't need any future release.
Although I don't like 5mm ports (on any figure), this is THE Cyclonus for me.
I'm sure some will complain about the slight difference in plastic vs. painted parts, but that's getting real nit-picky considering the everything else.
Even the hollow sections on the back of the lower thighs don't bother me. From a profile view those really can't be seen, and even looking at his back those are small enough that he still looks very filled-out and complete.
One aspect I really appreciate about this guy is what I've previously said about SS86 Scourge; the design itself is so well done-- the subtle curves (along with the obvious ones) just create such a cool aesthetic.
This is just so on point. Does anyone else think he could've easily slid into the SS86 line?

If you're at all on the fence about getting this figure, even if you're not a big fan of the character, I highly doubt you'll be disappointed once you have him.
I don't buy nearly as many figures as a lot of people here on the forums, but this is the best figure I've bought for a long, long time.
I really like the ER Datsun molds, the ER Seekers, and Netflix Soundwave, but for me Cyclonus tops them all.
Having this guy in-hand has me thinking the ER seekers have too much molded detail, and disliking things like Soundwave's landing gear (and yet hollow) forearms even more.

Hastak raised the bar with this one!

My only complaint with him really is that he doesn't have enough detail. He wouldn't have looked good in the SS line, to answer your question, those figures are detailed more. But we'll see what the 86 sublime holds. I'm keeping my Kingdom Cyclonus in jet mode for now, he looks good. I would have loved to be able to open his cockpit and have him come with a Titan Master-sized Galvatron.

In the recent issue of Figure King magazine, Takara has put Kingdom Cyclonus right next to Studio Series Scourge on the page.

They also took the little Wheelie accessory that comes with Studio Series Grimlock and put it on Kingdom Warpath's tank mode to ride him.

And they have pics of Studio Series Grimlock fighting the Earthrise Quintesson and two Allicons.

sol magnus wrote:

william-james88 wrote:Also just so we are keeping tabs, once again the US is the first place to get the new toys in a rather easy fashion (online bbts or gamestop).

Is that good or bad?

Neither. I am just putting it out there because I tend to hear lots of complaining that America is so ill served whenever a wave 3 voyager is first found in Australia or whatever. More often than not, it is America getting the product first (compared to any other specific country). We also saw it with the new Cyberverse deluxe figures.

Sabrblade wrote:In the recent issue of Figure King magazine, Takara has put Kingdom Cyclonus right next to Studio Series Scourge on the page.

They also took the little Wheelie accessory that comes with Studio Series Grimlock and put it on Kingdom Warpath's tank mode to ride him.

And they have pics of Studio Series Grimlock fighting the Earthrise Quintesson and two Allicons.

Did you post those anywhere?

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:My Vertebreak shipped from Target, so I will soon have both beast Core class figures. Nothing else has shipped yet

I see Target us still being weird with their shipments. My Optimus and Rattrap shipped, but not Vertebreak. Also my Cheetor, Paleotrex, and Warpath seem to have stalled in MN with no updates from UPS since 12/26 and an estimated arrival mid next week. Meanwhile my Blackarachnia, who shipped two days later on 12/28 via FedEx from TN, is supposed to arrive today.

Emerje

Emerje wrote:

D-Maximal_Primal wrote:My Vertebreak shipped from Target, so I will soon have both beast Core class figures. Nothing else has shipped yet

I see Target us still being weird with their shipments. My Optimus and Rattrap shipped, but not Vertebreak. Also my Cheetor, Paleotrex, and Warpath seem to have stalled in MN with no updates from UPS since 12/26 and an estimated arrival mid next week. Meanwhile my Blackarachnia, who shipped two days later on 12/28 via FedEx from TN, is supposed to arrive today.

Emerje

I got the deluxes, voyager, and leader from Amazon, so I can't compare there. My Rattrap was also Amazon and he arrived 2 weeks ago.

I did buy 2 remnant stormtroopers from Target, 2 days apart, and they started in Florida and Oregon and will both be here today even after one was backordered and then shipped anyway. And apparently my Vertebreak who just shipped will arrive either today or tomorrow alongside them while the simultaneously shipped Gigawatt isn't supposed to arrive until next wednesday.

Target shipping folks

Wow, Target is on a roll. After Monday's shipping notice for Ectotron today they send notice for Gigawatt. Along with Gigawatt, I have Vertebreak and Paleotrex on their way. Those two will pair up nicely with Beast Megatron who just arrived. Crazy, who would have thought Gamestop would have the latest toys. Glad they are pivoting if they want to stay in business. And who would have thought Target would be on time all of a sudden, I figured this order would have been pushed back like every other order this year.

My Megsy from GS arrived today. Gotta say I love the overall design. The decision to to with solid plastic for the soles/toe claws was genius, as the legs act as solid pillars holding both top heavy modes up. I have some minor gripes about the paneling not being 100% flush throughout the TRex mode, but it’s worth it in the end for a posable TRex mode that’s not hundreds of dollars and extremely fragile.