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New Images of Concepts and Customized Figures from Fun Pub at Pete's Robot Convention 2017

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Sabrblade wrote:The crown jewel of the dealer room, however, was unanimously the room's corner display, watched over by Shawn D. Tessmann (longtime host of the BotCon customization classes), at which were many rare and never-before-seen-in-person pieces of Transformers history, such as several unreleased Generation 2 toys, production materials from G1/G2/Beast Wars/Beast Machines, non-final factory samples of past BotCon/TCC exclusives compared with their final versions, and a particular art piece dated back to 1996 that absolutely no one, not even the convention runners, could figure out what it was supposed to be: It was concept art for some kind of feminine-looking blue and yellow robot with a jet-like altmode, whose crystalline design looked like something out of Transtech, but the 1996 date nixes that theory.

The unreleased Generation 2 toys on display were loose samples of the five Protectobots, loose samples of the five Stunticons, both a loose sample and a MOSC sample of Combat Hero Megatron (a gray redeco of the purple Hero Megatron), MOSC samples of the Laser Cycles Soundwave and Jazz, and loose samples of the six unreleased G2 Go-Bots (plus all the redecos of the four who did later see release in the 2001 Robots in Disguise toyline). Also on display were cardbacks for the G2 Laser Rods, two different cardbacks of Action Master Treadshot, a cardback for Action Master Jazz, an unpainted prototype of G1 Sixshot, a MOSC Beast Wars Torca, a non-transforming hardcopy of Torca, a boxed Beast Wars Neo Elphaorpha, early packaging designs for the Beast Machines toyline, and even the original Beast Wars catalog versions of orange Tarantulas, blue-green Waspinator, and alternately-colored Grizzly-1/Barbearian figures (along with a MISB Polar Claw). In addition to these were also concept art for Beast Machines Rattrap, Night Viper, and Mirage, an original cardback sample for orange Beast Wars Tigatron, a large rendition of Beast Wars Torca's card art, concept designs for Transtech Starscream, two preproduction cardback samples (one Maximal style and one Predacon style) for Beast Wars Jetstorm that named him "Dragonfire", and undeveloped G1 Micromaster concept art.


And now we come to the BIGGEST deal of the display case: The unproduced BotCon 2017 boxed set figures, attendee figure, souvenirs, and custom class figure, as well as three other concepts that served as backup alternative options for the proposed exclusives, and finally the remaining unproduced Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover "Only Human" figures. All of these were customized by Shawn D. Tessmann himself.

The BotCon 2017 boxed set, titled "Action on Hydrus Four", was to have been an Action Master-themed set of Titans Return molds all done up as new Headmaster-gimmicked Action Master characters:
1 - Actionmaster Optimus Prime (redeco of Voyager class Optimus Prime's body) with Optimus Prime (redeco of Titan Master Infinitus), Rad (redeco of Titan Master Diac), and Lionizer (redeco of Sawback's Titan Master Vehicle lion)
2 - Actionmaster Skyfall (redeco of Deluxe Highbrow's body) with Skyfall (redeco of Titan Master Apeface)
3 - Actionmaster Sprocket (redeco of Deluxe Triggerhappy's body) with Sprocket (redeco of the Japanese Transformers: Legends Weirdwolf's Headmaster) and Attack Cruiser (redeco of Brawn's Titan Master Vehicle jeep)
4 - Actionmaster Megatron (redeco of Leader Six Shot's body) with Megatron (redeco of Titan Master Nucleon) and Devastator (redeco of Titan Master Repugnus)
5 - Actionmaster Gutcruncher (redeco of Voyager Megatron's body) with Gutcruncher (retool of Titan Master Doomshot/Hazard with a new face) and Scout Tank (redeco of Terri-Bull's Titan Master Vehicle tank)

The attendee figure for BotCon 2017 was to have been Dion (redeco of Deluxe Sergeant Kup's body) with Magnum (redeco of Titan Master Hyperfire).

The souvenirs would have continued the use of Titans Return molds, but as legacy characters from several past series, rather than just Action Masters:
1 - Doubledealer (redeco of Deluxe Hardhead's body) with Knok (redeco of Titan Master Nightbeat) and Skar (a significant retool of Titan Master Sawback with new bat wings, new bat feet, and a brand new face)
2 - BotCon Heritage Onyx Primal (redeco of Deluxe Mindwipe's body) with Nightwatch (redeco of Titan Master Infinitus) and swords from TF: Prime Deluxe Wheeljack/Dead End.
3 - Unicron Trilogy Anniversary Armada Hot Shot (redeco of Deluxe Chromedome's body) with Alexis Thi Dang (retool of Titan Master Stylor with a new face, the one on display was just Universe Hot Shot's face glued onto the Titan Master) and Jolt (redeco of Generations Legends class Targetmaster Blazemaster)
4 - Unicron Trilogy Anniversary Energon Megatron (redeco of Leader Sky Shadow's body) with Leader-1 (redeco of Titan Master Ptero but with Ominus's face) and sword from Construct-Bots Megatron
5 - Troop Builder souvenir set: Cassettron Rosanna (redeco of Legends class Rewind), Cassettron Decepticon Enemy (redeco of Legends class Rumble) and Cassettron Flipsides (redeco of Legends class Rewind)

One more souvenir set would have been a successor to the Kreon packs, a pack of six Titan Masters done up as Pretenders.

1 - Pretender Starscream (redeco of Titan Master Crashbash)
2 - Pretender Jazz (redeco of Titan Master Xort)
3 - Pretender Bumblebee (redeco of Titan Master Firedrive)
4 - Pretender Crossblades (redeco of titan Master Diac)
5 - Pretender Metalhawk (redeco of Titan Master Revolver)
6 - Pretender Vroom (redeco of Titan Master Grax)

The 2017 customization class figure was to have been Actionmaster Rumbler (redeco of Deluxe Triggerhappy's body) with Rumbler (redeco of the Japanese Transformers: Legends Weirdwolf's Headmaster, just like Sprocket) and the B² Attack Team (two redecos of the Arms Micron B.H., the wrecking ball one that came with Japanese Prime Bulkhead).

The three Other Concepts likewise made use of Titans Returns molds as legacy characters:
1 - Armada Jetfire (redeco of Voyager Sentinel Prime/Astrotrain's body) with Comettor (redeco of Titan Master Apeface)
2 - Devcon (redeco of Deluxe Brainstorm's body) with Slizardo (redeco of Titan Master Hyperfire)
3 - Turbomaster (redeco of Deluxe Highbrow's body) with Take Off (redeco of Titan Master Blowpipe)

Finally, the remaining Transformers/G.I. Joe "Only Human" figures would have been:
1 - Only Human Autobot Springer with Newtronium Munitions Case that converts into artillery platform
2 - Only Human Ultra Magnus with Missile Stack & Jack Armor (LOL!)
3 - Only Human Victor Drath

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BBTS Sponsor News: Transformers, Django Unchained, Catwoman, Bluefin & More

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BBTS EXCLUSIVE DARK ENERGON DELUXE SET OF 4 WITH BONUS DVD
This BBTS Exclusive Set will include the following figures, as well as a bonus DVD: Defender Wheeljack, Knockout, Starscream, Defender Bumblebee. The translucent figures show the effects of Dark Energon infusion. Each fan-favorite character has unique paint schemes and the Autobots and Decepticons have taken on new faction logos: Autobot Dark Energon Defenders and Dark Energon Decepticons. This set is listed for $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BBTS EXCLUSIVE DARK ENERGON VOYAGER SET OF 2
This BBTS Exclusive Set will include the following figures: Defender Optimus Prime & Megatron. The translucent figures show the effects of Dark Energon infusion. Each fan-favorite character has unique paint schemes and the Autobots and Decepticons have taken on new faction logos: Autobot Dark Energon Defenders and Dark Energon Decepticons. This set of two is priced at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


EXCLUSIVE TRANSFORMERS ULTIMATE GIFT SET
This set includes the following figures:
-Deluxe Combat Hero Optimus Prime - redeco of Deluxe G2 Optimus Prime
-Deluxe Jazz V2 - redeco of Deluxe Jazz
-Legion Motormaster - redeco of Legion Optimus Prime
-Legion Thundercracker - redeco of Legion Starscream
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


DJANGO UNCHAINED 8" ACTION FIGURES - CASE/SET/SINGLE
From the highly anticipated new film from prolific director Quentin Tarantino - comes this collection of poseable 8" figures with tailored fabric clothing - similar to the retro toy lines that helped define the licensed action figure market in the 1970s. These characters are faithful to their western looks in Django Unchained and includes the likenesses of such famous hollywood talent as Jamie Foxx and Leonardo Dicaprio. Characters included are Candie (Leonardo DiCaprio), Stephen (Samuel L. Jackson), Django (Jamie Foxx), Broomhilda (Kerry Washington), Butch (James Remar), and Dr. King Schultz (Christoph Waltz). Each figure stands approx 8" tall, with tailored western clothing, and authentic weapons and accessories.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8926


EXCLUSIVE WOLF PACK CLONE TROOPERS ULTIMATE GIFT SET
This Ultimate Gift Set has everything you need for a truly spectacular battle between the 104th Battalion "Wolf Pack" and the "intergalactic" forces of evil! Your CLONE COMMANDER Wolffe, PLO KOON, CLONE TROOPER Sinker and CLONE TROOPER Boost figures are heavily armed and ready for payback for their fallen comrades! Two of the figures are armed with awesome blasters that launch projectiles. This set also includes Galactic Battle Game cards, bases and die!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


HOT TOYS MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE CATWOMAN(SELINA KYLE)
Following the great response of The Dark Knight Rises movie and our movie-accurate collectibles, Hot Toys is proud to present the highly anticipated female character - the 1/6th scale Selina Kyle/ Catwoman Collectible Figure from this movie. The collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Anne Hathaway as the prominent character Selina Kyle/ Catwoman, highlighting the movie-accurate head sculpt, hair implantation, highly detailed costume and accessories. Catwoman is priced at $179.99, $15 off MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


EXCLUSIVE HENKEI CLASSICS ULTRA MAGNUS
We have this Asia exclusive Ultra Magnus, with white legs, listed for $79.99.
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TRANSFORMERS TG FIGURES
The folks over at Takara are releasing a new TG (Takara Generations?) line of deluxes. The first two are Fall oof CYbertron versions of Optimus Prime and Jazz, and we expect that Takara will add different coloring and/or chrome to their versions. We have these figures listed at $37.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Cybertron


APS-01 ASIA PREMIUM SERIES STRIKER OPTIMUS PRIME
This Optimus Prime figure features metallic paint, chromed parts, specially designed packaging and a bonus weapon. With a limited production run, this figure is listed for $189.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS PRIME RAINBOW SHIELD EXCLUSIVE ARMS MICRONS
Four new exclusive Arms Microns are soon to be released in Japan. These are red, yellow, green and pueple clear versions of Ratchet's blade, and the four can fit together into a windmill-shaped Rainbow Shield. We have each micron listed at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... bow+Shield


TRANSFORMERS PRIME ARMS MICRON FIVE-PACKS - AUTOBOT, DECEPTICON
Two new recolor sets of Arms Microns are also up for pre-order. The Autobot Set includes microns that originally came with Optimus, Bumblebee, Ratchet, Ironhide and Wheeljack, and the Decepticon sets includes microns from Megatron, Starscream, Soundwave, Airachnid and the Vehicon. Each set of five is listed at $24.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Five-Pack


TRANSFORMERS REMOTE CONTROL OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE
We also have listings for two new R/C Transformers. Optimus Prime and Bumblebee transform into Robot or Vehicle mode, and each is priced at $54.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8919


NBA SPORTSPICKS SERIES 22 - CASE, SINGLES
McFarlane's NBA Sportspicks series 22 brings us Dwight Howard, Kyrie Irving, Blake Griffin, Deron William, Kevin Durant and steve Nash. Individual figures are listed for $11.99 each and the Case of 8 with Chase or Collector Figure is listed for $84.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rch=nba+22


MLB PLAYMAKERS SERIES 04 - CASE, SINGLES
Eight players are included in Series 4 of McFarlane's MLB Playmakers: Yu Darvish(Pitching), Matt Kemp, Bryce Harper, Curtis Granderson, David Wright, Prince Fielder, Albert Pujols and Mike Trout(all hitting stance). Individual figures are listed for $7.99 and the Case of 12 is $79.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8914


BLUEFIN TAMASHII JANUARY 2013 LISTINGS
A bunch of new listings from Bluefin have just gone up. These include D-Arts Megaman w/ Rush & Met, Mermaid Thetis and Pegasus Kouga from Saint Seiya, three new Kamen Rider figures and others from One Piece, Gundam and Soul of chogokin.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10506


PERFECT MODEL 12" WILD TIGER FIGURE
This new Tiger & Bunny figure is the first of a new line that incorporates LED lighting, composite resin and die-cast parts, additional articulation and more. The figure also includes bonus parts to recreate scenes from the upcoming "Tiger & Bunny - The Beginning" movie, a display stand, alternate hands and more. We have it listed at $299.99, $20 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TEMPLE GUARD MASK PROP REPLICA
The line of "Alien Vs. Predator" mask replicas continues with this new piece. It includes red LED targeting lights and is listed at $329.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


THREEA 1/6 SCALE MIDAS
The "Gold Blooded Killer" Midas from Real Steel is coming to us in 1/6 Scale from ThreeA. This figure stands 16 inches tall and is fully articulated with light up eyes. It is priced at $314.99, $15 off MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


40 NEW TONNER DOLLS
We've just listed a bunch of new Tonner dolls ranging in price from $76.99 - $186.99. These include dolls from The Hunger Games, Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, Twilight and The Vampire Diaries. We've also got listings for Tonner's Marilyn Monroe dolls and from Marvel, X-23(LE 300).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ner&page=2


FIGUARTS ZERO - FRANKY(NEW WORLD VERSION-REISSUE)
The cyborg shipwright of the Straw Hat Pirates accurately portrayed in the FiguartsZERO series, this high-detail PVC sculpt figurine hunkers down at a very broad and massive 13.5cm high and will come with a special interchangeable head part, as well as special display stand with character name and Japanese catch phrase. Franky is listed for $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


CDMW-34 THE HERCULES POWER PARTS CUSTOM HEAD VERSION 02
This head version can be displayed with either of two different faces with LED visor, and can be fully hidden inside Dr. Crank's body as the original can. It is ball joint neck compatible and made of Polylac virgin ABS. This item is listed for $35.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW HASBRO ZYNGA GAMES
New games include CityVille Monopoly, Farmville Hungry Hungry Herd, Words With Friends, cut the Rope Connect 4 among others. These games are priced $10.99 - $44.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10499


PERFECT EFFECT PE-12 ASSAULT FORCE X
This new set comes with brand new heads, coloring and even a couple of new chest plates, and is listed at $84.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


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2012 VINTAGE STAR WARS WAVE 2.5/3/4 CASES OF 12
Now in stock are three different cases of 12 for the 2012 vintage Star Wars figures: wave 2.5, 3 & 4. Each case is priced at $119.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ntage+case


TAKARA ARMS MICRON E, D, F
We've received the following Arms Microns: AMW07 Arms Micron D, AMW08 Arms Micron E, AMW09 Arms Micron F. Each of these is priced at $7.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rms+micron


AM-18 ARACHNID
Along with the other recently received Arms Microns, we also go AM-18 Arachnid. It is priced at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BATMAN BLACK COSTUME 1/6 SCALE ARTFX VINYL STATUE
Sculpted by Kouei Matsumoto, Batman Black Costume Version stands 11 inches tall (1/6th scale) on a special display base. This statue is listed at $89.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


HOT WHEELS ELITE CULT CLASSICS 1:18 SCALE ECTO-1
The Ecto-1 is the legendary vehicle that the Ghostbusters used to travel throughout the city busting ghosts. The vehicle used for the Ecto-1 was a 1959 Cadillac professional ambulance, built by the Miller-Meteor company and converted by Universal Studios. “GhostBusters” is the famous 1984 American comedy film about three eccentric New York City parapsychologists-turned-ghost exterminators. This vehicle is listed at $114.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


S.H. FIGUARTS - LUNATIC
The Blue-green flame manipulating “dark hero”, Lunatic joins the S.H.Figuarts series with fire effect parts, special bow-gun, and figure stand. It employs diecast for added weight and the set includes interchangeable hand parts (4 sets), cape (2 types), special display stand, bow-gun accessories (2 types) and effect parts. This great figure is priced at $54.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SAINT CLOTH MYTH EX - PEGASUS SEIYA(NEW BRONZE CLOTH)
The fifth Saint Cloth Myth EX figure represents the very first Bronze Saint in the series: Pegasus Seiya (New Bronze Cloth). The highly anticipated item represents a culmination of 8 years of research and development since the very first figure in the series, Pegasus Seiya, was released in 2003. The new Pegasus takes wing, fueled by the three pillars of the EX series: excellent poseability, exquisite sculpting, and expansive accessories! Figure set includes two types of armor parts for depiction of both normal and broken versions, object frame, interchangeable face parts (3types), and 4 sets of interchangeable hand parts. Our price for this figure is $74.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BUSTER MACHINE DX BUSTER HERCULES SET
This set includes BC-04 Buster Machine Buster Beet & SJ-05 Stag Beetle to form DX Buster Hercules. We have this set priced at $119.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS JAPANESE COLLECTION: SUPER-GOD MASTERFORCE DVD BOX SET
The Long-Awaited Japanese Transformers Series Available in North America for the First Time! Following their victory over the Destrons (a.k.a. Decepticons) at the end of the Headmasters series, the Cybertrons (a.k.a. Autobots) depart Earth, leaving behind only a small group to protect the planet from any future menace. But when the powerful Destrons return to an unsuspecting planet, the Cybertrons must come out of hiding to defend their human friends once again - only this time they'll be unable to do it on their own! Super-God Masterforce is the unofficial Season 2 of the Japanese Transformers series, with Headmasters acting as Season 1. Packed with value for Trans-Fans, this set features all 42 episodes of the series on 5 DVDs, presented in the original Japanese language with new (and improved!) English subtitles. Also features a Transformers art gallery and other bonus features.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

TFSS Jackpot New Head Sculpt Revealed

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AUTOBOT STRATEGIST

JACKPOT coasts through life with a smile and a firm belief that everything will turn out okay. Because for him, it usually does. No matter how dire the situation, things seem to come out all right in the end. Of course, he realizes that sometimes luck needs a helping hand, and can typically find some way to tilt the odds in his favor... even when he's being chased by a pack of angry DECEPTICONS!

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New BotCon 2012 Galleries: Kick-Over, Spinister, Shattered Glass Optimus Prime, & Octopunch

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• Kick-Over, tired of the Action Master scene he "kicked" the Nucleon habit and regained his ability to transform. A repaint/remold of the RtS Special Ops Jazz mold with a brand new head sculpt.
  
• Spinister joins the Classic universe in the form of a HFTD Tomahawk featuring the Takara exclusive DOTM Vortex head mold.
  
• Shattered Glass Optimus Prime has lost a little weight since he debuted in the 2008 BotCon boxset. He now utilizes the RtS G2 Optimus Prime mold.
  
• Octopunch may be a Shattered Glass figure but he retains enough of his G1 Pretender shell's color scheme to sneak onto your Classics shelf. This guy is a repaint of HFTD Sea Spray.
  
  As usual the full high quality galleries can be found at the links below.
  
  Kick-Over (Deluxe Class, Exclusives)
  Convention & Club Exclusives

New BotCon 2012 Galleries: The Bard of Darkmount and Longarm

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BotCon 2012 Coverage - Longarm Customizing Class

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BotCon 2012 Custom Class Figure Revealed! Shattered Glass Longarm

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