BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010 1:42PM CDT
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Site sponsor BigBadToyStore.com has updated their site to open preorders for Impossible Toys' upcoming Valkyrie and Medic figures. We recently saw our first full video the Valkyrie figure, and BigBadToyStore.com has listed both figures as arriving this month.
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Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080863)
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 1:44pm CDT
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 1:44pm CDT
Hmmm, price is a bit disappointing. I was hoping for around $60 (at most). I will still probably buy her, but I think they'll find less takers at $70.
On the positive side, she is about the same height as Classics Rodimus.
On the positive side, she is about the same height as Classics Rodimus.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080867)
Posted by Mkall on June 1st, 2010 @ 1:48pm CDT
Posted by Mkall on June 1st, 2010 @ 1:48pm CDT
Price is slightly higher than what I was hoping for, but I'll take 'em!
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080870)
Posted by Stockade on June 1st, 2010 @ 1:53pm CDT
Posted by Stockade on June 1st, 2010 @ 1:53pm CDT
Has anyone heard if TFsource is gonna put up a pre-order for these yet?
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080874)
Posted by Ravage XK on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:02pm CDT
Posted by Ravage XK on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:02pm CDT
How much!?!
I get the feeling that somebody is laughing and rubbing their hands together.
Hate to think that these will cost by the time they get to the UK. Shame as I was really looking forward to a decent G1 Arcee.
I really do think these 3rd party companys are taking advantage of the Transformer fans. Nothing wrong with making a bit of money but deliberatly pricing them so high....or are these a limited production run? If they are then ok I can understand the price.
I get the feeling that somebody is laughing and rubbing their hands together.
Hate to think that these will cost by the time they get to the UK. Shame as I was really looking forward to a decent G1 Arcee.
I really do think these 3rd party companys are taking advantage of the Transformer fans. Nothing wrong with making a bit of money but deliberatly pricing them so high....or are these a limited production run? If they are then ok I can understand the price.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080875)
Posted by Badassimus Prime on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:05pm CDT
Posted by Badassimus Prime on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:05pm CDT
Very tempting but I'll have to hold off on these for now. Especially since I was just charged for Henkei Convoy at BBTS. That reminds me, off topic but to those that are interested, Henkei Convoy is now in stock as of right now at BBTS.
Hopefully the rumors of Hasbro releasing Arcee and Kup as a part of the Generations line in the future is true.
Hopefully the rumors of Hasbro releasing Arcee and Kup as a part of the Generations line in the future is true.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080877)
Posted by kirbenvost on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:06pm CDT
Third party items are always much more limited runs than if it were Hasbro or Takara. It costs them a lot more per unit to make the things. It could also be the retailer as well, they need their cut as well, as with any product.
The price could definitely better, but compared to Defender, this is acceptable. This month seems really soon, so I'm not sure how much truth the release date holds, but as long as FP doesn't pull a miracle and release the Bruticus set at the same time, I'll be okay. If Valkyrie is indeed released soon I think I'm going to ship my loot, I don't need to pay a boatload of duties when the Bruticus sets get released.
She's going with my classics, I think, though the box will be displayed with the G1s. If Hasbro does do a Classics Arcee, Valkryie goes with the G1s.
Posted by kirbenvost on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:06pm CDT
Ravage XK wrote:How much!?!
I get the feeling that somebody is laughing and rubbing their hands together.
Hate to think that these will cost by the time they get to the UK. Shame as I was really looking forward to a decent G1 Arcee.
I really do think these 3rd party companys are taking advantage of the Transformer fans. Nothing wrong with making a bit of money but deliberatly pricing them so high....or are these a limited production run? If they are then ok I can understand the price.
Third party items are always much more limited runs than if it were Hasbro or Takara. It costs them a lot more per unit to make the things. It could also be the retailer as well, they need their cut as well, as with any product.
The price could definitely better, but compared to Defender, this is acceptable. This month seems really soon, so I'm not sure how much truth the release date holds, but as long as FP doesn't pull a miracle and release the Bruticus set at the same time, I'll be okay. If Valkyrie is indeed released soon I think I'm going to ship my loot, I don't need to pay a boatload of duties when the Bruticus sets get released.
She's going with my classics, I think, though the box will be displayed with the G1s. If Hasbro does do a Classics Arcee, Valkryie goes with the G1s.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080883)
Posted by grimdragon2001 on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:15pm CDT
Posted by grimdragon2001 on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:15pm CDT
Valkerie is officially pre-ordered. not so concerned with the medic, but good to know shes there incase i hit the lotto
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080885)
Posted by Prime Evil on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:18pm CDT
Posted by Prime Evil on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:18pm CDT
Hmmmm? 
I think I'm just gonna go with the medic for now. Not interested in Arcee. I want to wait till after Botcon before deciding if she needs to be bought or not.
I think I'm just gonna go with the medic for now. Not interested in Arcee. I want to wait till after Botcon before deciding if she needs to be bought or not.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080888)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:25pm CDT
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:25pm CDT
Can't say that the price surprises me. It's fair, but still steep.
With the Bruticus set and Label Blaster preordered this'll just have to wait.
With the Bruticus set and Label Blaster preordered this'll just have to wait.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080895)
Posted by RiddlerJ on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:36pm CDT
Posted by RiddlerJ on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:36pm CDT
I don't care about the price. As soon as I began reading the article, I ran to BBTS and placed an order. 
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080898)
Posted by Requiem Prime on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:51pm CDT
Posted by Requiem Prime on June 1st, 2010 @ 2:51pm CDT
Lordy that's expensive, I'd have to think about that one.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080904)
Posted by Savage on June 1st, 2010 @ 3:12pm CDT
Posted by Savage on June 1st, 2010 @ 3:12pm CDT
More expensive than I can afford at the moment, but I'll probably pick up one or both eventually. They look absolutely fantastic.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080910)
Posted by Rated X on June 1st, 2010 @ 3:49pm CDT
Posted by Rated X on June 1st, 2010 @ 3:49pm CDT
Damn...I was hoping they would be for sale at Botcon. I wanna get her but I have no expierence messing with these online hobby companies.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080916)
Posted by SLUGSLINGER81 on June 1st, 2010 @ 4:19pm CDT
Posted by SLUGSLINGER81 on June 1st, 2010 @ 4:19pm CDT
At thar price she better cook me dinner, massage my feet and give me a lapdance!
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080924)
Posted by Amelie on June 1st, 2010 @ 4:40pm CDT
All that and no handjob? Sir, I believe you to be a fool!
I preordered it. I had to. Even though I couldn't afford it.
Posted by Amelie on June 1st, 2010 @ 4:40pm CDT
SLUGSLINGER81 wrote:At thar price she better cook me dinner, massage my feet and give me a lapdance!
All that and no handjob? Sir, I believe you to be a fool!
I preordered it. I had to. Even though I couldn't afford it.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080930)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:00pm CDT
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:00pm CDT
$70.00's cheaper than what was paid for Warbot Defender.
Plus we have no idea what Hasbro's design for her will be.
I'm going for it. I preordered it about 30 minutes ago.
Plus we have no idea what Hasbro's design for her will be.
I'm going for it. I preordered it about 30 minutes ago.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080934)
Posted by ultra_magus on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:21pm CDT
Posted by ultra_magus on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:21pm CDT
*sigh* $70 US means over $100 with postage in Astralia. Another awesome peice I will never own. 
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080937)
Posted by HighPrime on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:43pm CDT
Same here. Soon as I refreshed RSS and noticed the news, I immediately placed preorder for both
Posted by HighPrime on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:43pm CDT
RiddlerJ wrote:I don't care about the price. As soon as I began reading the article, I ran to BBTS and placed an order.
Same here. Soon as I refreshed RSS and noticed the news, I immediately placed preorder for both
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080938)
Posted by Badassimus Prime on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:48pm CDT
That's true considering that its still only a rumor/hint? If I were to guess, it'd probably be based off of her War for Cybertron design in which the robot mode and alt-mode are both really on point. I'm not sure if this pic is okay to use, but I stumbled upon this a while ago. Hope I don't get in trouble.
She's on the lower right. Concept is just a thought though.
Posted by Badassimus Prime on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:48pm CDT
Autobot032 wrote:$70.00's cheaper than what was paid for Warbot Defender.
Plus we have no idea what Hasbro's design for her will be.
I'm going for it. I preordered it about 30 minutes ago.
That's true considering that its still only a rumor/hint? If I were to guess, it'd probably be based off of her War for Cybertron design in which the robot mode and alt-mode are both really on point. I'm not sure if this pic is okay to use, but I stumbled upon this a while ago. Hope I don't get in trouble.
She's on the lower right. Concept is just a thought though.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080941)
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:56pm CDT
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on June 1st, 2010 @ 5:56pm CDT
The WFC Arcee looks good, I preordered the Valkyrie and will also get whatever Hasbro releases.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080949)
Posted by Naked Magnus on June 1st, 2010 @ 6:29pm CDT
Posted by Naked Magnus on June 1st, 2010 @ 6:29pm CDT
This is just too expensive, even for my blood. Warbot defender seems to give you a lot more bang for the buck (mine is in my BBTS pile of loot).
I don't collect animated, but I got animated Arcee because she does fit with the classics universe line. This figure does not appear to be $60 better than animated Arcee.
I don't collect animated, but I got animated Arcee because she does fit with the classics universe line. This figure does not appear to be $60 better than animated Arcee.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080967)
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:24pm CDT
Hard to compare the two IMHO. It's the proverbial "apples to oranges" comparison. Animated Arcee is more of a niche figure thanks to the aesthetics of the show. She doesn't fill the niche for most G1 and classic fans. I'd guess you fall in the minority of classics fans that bought Animated Arcee.
There's also the issue of 3rd party company versus Hasbro/TakaraTomy. I know that point has been repeated numerous times, but it still holds true. In a perfect world, this Valkyrie figure would cost no more than $20. But that's not the way this 3rd party stuff works.
Piece for piece, is this Arcee worth $60 more than the Animated one? Probably not. Yet the value hardly hinges on the amount of plastic or the gimmick here. For G1 Movie fans, this piece is darn near perfect. Those poor fans (myself included) have waited 24 years for this. Unless the quality is utter crap, this Valkyrie/Arcee should be worth every penny for that audience.
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:24pm CDT
revengeofstarscream wrote:
I don't collect animated, but I got animated Arcee because she does fit with the classics universe line. This figure does not appear to be $60 better than animated Arcee.
Hard to compare the two IMHO. It's the proverbial "apples to oranges" comparison. Animated Arcee is more of a niche figure thanks to the aesthetics of the show. She doesn't fill the niche for most G1 and classic fans. I'd guess you fall in the minority of classics fans that bought Animated Arcee.
There's also the issue of 3rd party company versus Hasbro/TakaraTomy. I know that point has been repeated numerous times, but it still holds true. In a perfect world, this Valkyrie figure would cost no more than $20. But that's not the way this 3rd party stuff works.
Piece for piece, is this Arcee worth $60 more than the Animated one? Probably not. Yet the value hardly hinges on the amount of plastic or the gimmick here. For G1 Movie fans, this piece is darn near perfect. Those poor fans (myself included) have waited 24 years for this. Unless the quality is utter crap, this Valkyrie/Arcee should be worth every penny for that audience.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080969)
Posted by Doctor McGrath on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:27pm CDT
Posted by Doctor McGrath on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:27pm CDT
This is a really nice figure. I want to pick this up regardless of if Hasbro releases their own Arcee. I am just gonna wait on a review from one of our own members first though since the figure is 70 dollars. I have some concers with the joints and on how, in robot mode, the front of the car locks into the hip to create her chest. Good looking Arcee though.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080970)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:27pm CDT
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:27pm CDT
Never even thought that Hasbro might make a WfC Arcee. But if they did it'd be fine by me!
The problem with Impossible Toy's Arcee is that Animated Arcee JUST came out. They should have brought this out years ago, when they first announced it. Plus we're saturated with Fansproject's kits, those of us who've preordered them anyway.
And now there's rumors of a Generations Arcee. It's a triple hit!
Terrible timing.
Well, I might get this too, eventually.
The problem with Impossible Toy's Arcee is that Animated Arcee JUST came out. They should have brought this out years ago, when they first announced it. Plus we're saturated with Fansproject's kits, those of us who've preordered them anyway.
And now there's rumors of a Generations Arcee. It's a triple hit!
Terrible timing.
Well, I might get this too, eventually.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080973)
Posted by Cyber Bishop on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:36pm CDT
Same here, and I will most likely only get Arcee.
Posted by Cyber Bishop on June 1st, 2010 @ 7:36pm CDT
Savage wrote:More expensive than I can afford at the moment, but I'll probably pick up one or both eventually. They look absolutely fantastic.
Same here, and I will most likely only get Arcee.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080981)
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:03pm CDT
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:03pm CDT
Wow BBTS had over 900 for preorders this morning when I preordered mine, now the are down to 679, and only 60 of the medics
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080982)
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:09pm CDT
How do you check the preorder "stock" over at BBTS? I wasn't aware you could even keep track of it.
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:09pm CDT
Unicronic wrote:Wow BBTS had over 900 for preorders this morning when I preordered mine, now the are down to 679, and only 60 of the medics
How do you check the preorder "stock" over at BBTS? I wasn't aware you could even keep track of it.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080985)
Posted by El Duque on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:19pm CDT
Add the item to the shopping cart then update the amount with some outlandish number, it will automatically update the amount they currently have available.
Posted by El Duque on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:19pm CDT
Tirade wrote:Unicronic wrote:Wow BBTS had over 900 for preorders this morning when I preordered mine, now the are down to 679, and only 60 of the medics
How do you check the preorder "stock" over at BBTS? I wasn't aware you could even keep track of it.
Add the item to the shopping cart then update the amount with some outlandish number, it will automatically update the amount they currently have available.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080987)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:20pm CDT
Put it in the cart, put in a ridiculous number like 1,000 and click refresh. It'll automatically adjust it to current stock levels (their words) and show you how many are left.
Just make sure to empty the cart or turn it back to one, or you'll end up buying all of them.
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:20pm CDT
Tirade wrote:Unicronic wrote:Wow BBTS had over 900 for preorders this morning when I preordered mine, now the are down to 679, and only 60 of the medics
How do you check the preorder "stock" over at BBTS? I wasn't aware you could even keep track of it.
Put it in the cart, put in a ridiculous number like 1,000 and click refresh. It'll automatically adjust it to current stock levels (their words) and show you how many are left.
Just make sure to empty the cart or turn it back to one, or you'll end up buying all of them.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080988)
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:23pm CDT
Posted by Tirade on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:23pm CDT
Ah, thanks for the tip guys. I hadn't even thought of manipulating the cart. Glad I learned something new today.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080991)
Posted by Blurrz on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:35pm CDT
Posted by Blurrz on June 1st, 2010 @ 8:35pm CDT
Hello Nursebot.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1080998)
Posted by Trikeboy on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:17pm CDT
Posted by Trikeboy on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:17pm CDT
I have been waiting for over 24 years to get G1 Arcee, price is not a problem. The fact she fits in with G1 and Classics is great. It is a great interpretation of her (except the slightly too large head) and one I need in my collection.
OT, AutobotJazz87, thanks for that concept pic, I have never seen it before. The character designs for this game are awesome. You can really tell the creators have a lot of love for the game. Please, please, please Hasbro, turn them all into toys especially Omega Supreme. I didn't realise Sentinal was in it. I thought the previous prime was changed to Zeta Prime.
OT, AutobotJazz87, thanks for that concept pic, I have never seen it before. The character designs for this game are awesome. You can really tell the creators have a lot of love for the game. Please, please, please Hasbro, turn them all into toys especially Omega Supreme. I didn't realise Sentinal was in it. I thought the previous prime was changed to Zeta Prime.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081001)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:31pm CDT
I agree that the designs are great and show a lot of love for the characters, but if that's the figure Hasbro's considering producing, I'm glad I went with IP's figure instead. That Arcee doesn't float my boat, and just wouldn't fit with FP's stuff.
Animated Blurr actually looks quite nice with the FP stuff, and should look great next to Arcee.
...now, how the heck do we get a Kup? Because if he doesn't have a G1 look and goes WFC in terms of design, he's gonna be a sore spot for me.
Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:31pm CDT
Trikeboy wrote:I have been waiting for over 24 years to get G1 Arcee, price is not a problem. The fact she fits in with G1 and Classics is great. It is a great interpretation of her (except the slightly too large head) and one I need in my collection.
OT, AutobotJazz87, thanks for that concept pic, I have never seen it before. The character designs for this game are awesome. You can really tell the creators have a lot of love for the game. Please, please, please Hasbro, turn them all into toys especially Omega Supreme. I didn't realise Sentinal was in it. I thought the previous prime was changed to Zeta Prime.
I agree that the designs are great and show a lot of love for the characters, but if that's the figure Hasbro's considering producing, I'm glad I went with IP's figure instead. That Arcee doesn't float my boat, and just wouldn't fit with FP's stuff.
Animated Blurr actually looks quite nice with the FP stuff, and should look great next to Arcee.
...now, how the heck do we get a Kup? Because if he doesn't have a G1 look and goes WFC in terms of design, he's gonna be a sore spot for me.
Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081002)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:36pm CDT
WOAH! Back up there.
You're actually ... planning to get PE Wheelie!? Seriously?
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:36pm CDT
Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
WOAH! Back up there.
You're actually ... planning to get PE Wheelie!? Seriously?
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081004)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:43pm CDT
Yup. I want the Neo-G1 cast.
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:43pm CDT
Gauntlet101010 wrote:Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
WOAH! Back up there.
You're actually ... planning to get PE Wheelie!? Seriously?
Yup. I want the Neo-G1 cast.
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Posted by Flashwave on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:57pm CDT
UM, you realize that Movie Slapdash will do the same thing?
@earlier poster: Actually, I bet the number of Classics fans who bought Animated Arcee would be higher if they could actually FIND her, and not the remains of some sadistic ebay seller who took off with them all... or maybe I'm just bitter.
Posted by Flashwave on June 1st, 2010 @ 9:57pm CDT
Autobot032 wrote:Gauntlet101010 wrote:Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
WOAH! Back up there.
You're actually ... planning to get PE Wheelie!? Seriously?
Yup. I want the Neo-G1 cast.
UM, you realize that Movie Slapdash will do the same thing?
@earlier poster: Actually, I bet the number of Classics fans who bought Animated Arcee would be higher if they could actually FIND her, and not the remains of some sadistic ebay seller who took off with them all... or maybe I'm just bitter.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081015)
Posted by Gandalf on June 1st, 2010 @ 10:23pm CDT
Posted by Gandalf on June 1st, 2010 @ 10:23pm CDT
Wow, after 24 years, we're quite possibly getting three Arcee figures in one year? 
I thought we would have to settle for Animated Arcee for a very long time. Though I'll still get one if/when I find her. And I'm very glad to hear that Hasbro may finally be making a Classics Arcee...which had better be a car. But even so, after the news of DriftBlurr, my expectations for her alt mode are not very high. And I'm fairly certain that Hasbro will never get around to making an Arcee that's as accurate as this one from IT. Only FansProject could do better. Yeah the price is high, but I just can't pass this up, despite my very limited budget.
In other words, SOLD! to all three.
I thought we would have to settle for Animated Arcee for a very long time. Though I'll still get one if/when I find her. And I'm very glad to hear that Hasbro may finally be making a Classics Arcee...which had better be a car. But even so, after the news of DriftBlurr, my expectations for her alt mode are not very high. And I'm fairly certain that Hasbro will never get around to making an Arcee that's as accurate as this one from IT. Only FansProject could do better. Yeah the price is high, but I just can't pass this up, despite my very limited budget.
In other words, SOLD! to all three.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081016)
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 10:24pm CDT
Well, so do I (especially for the movie), but the $10 Classics Wheelie fit my Wheelie slot perfectly. And, if PE's not-Rumble is any indication, this will be even smaller and cost a whole lot more.
Well ... i guess there *is* a market for that guy.
Yeah, I got Animated Arcee as a "Classics" Arcee. To replace the Energon version. Hot Rod needs a full sized lady, you see. Although, even though I got her, Valkerie
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 10:24pm CDT
Autobot032 wrote:Gauntlet101010 wrote:Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
WOAH! Back up there.
You're actually ... planning to get PE Wheelie!? Seriously?
Yup. I want the Neo-G1 cast.
Well, so do I (especially for the movie), but the $10 Classics Wheelie fit my Wheelie slot perfectly. And, if PE's not-Rumble is any indication, this will be even smaller and cost a whole lot more.
Well ... i guess there *is* a market for that guy.
@earlier poster: Actually, I bet the number of Classics fans who bought Animated Arcee would be higher if they could actually FIND her, and not the remains of some sadistic ebay seller who took off with them all... or maybe I'm just bitter.
Yeah, I got Animated Arcee as a "Classics" Arcee. To replace the Energon version. Hot Rod needs a full sized lady, you see. Although, even though I got her, Valkerie
tempting. But I have too many preorders, so ... it's a pass. For now.is
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081022)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 10:43pm CDT
I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie, considering he never made it to stores around here. I've never seen him in person once, so out of sight, out of mind.
That said, what's the big deal all of a sudden about the one from PE? A lot of people sound angry about it...I just don't get it.
Posted by Autobot032 on June 1st, 2010 @ 10:43pm CDT
Gauntlet101010 wrote:Autobot032 wrote:Gauntlet101010 wrote:Wheelie, I'm not too worried about, because he's being made with a new design from PerfectEffect, and Masterpiece Grimlock will fit in just right with these, but Kup? I dunno.
WOAH! Back up there.
You're actually ... planning to get PE Wheelie!? Seriously?
Yup. I want the Neo-G1 cast.
Well, so do I (especially for the movie), but the $10 Classics Wheelie fit my Wheelie slot perfectly. And, if PE's not-Rumble is any indication, this will be even smaller and cost a whole lot more.
Well ... i guess there *is* a market for that guy.@earlier poster: Actually, I bet the number of Classics fans who bought Animated Arcee would be higher if they could actually FIND her, and not the remains of some sadistic ebay seller who took off with them all... or maybe I'm just bitter.
Yeah, I got Animated Arcee as a "Classics" Arcee. To replace the Energon version. Hot Rod needs a full sized lady, you see. Although, even though I got her, Valkerietempting. But I have too many preorders, so ... it's a pass. For now.is
I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie, considering he never made it to stores around here. I've never seen him in person once, so out of sight, out of mind.
That said, what's the big deal all of a sudden about the one from PE? A lot of people sound angry about it...I just don't get it.
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Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 11:03pm CDT
Angry? No. Shocked? Yes.
Typically, 3rd party companies fill a void in a collection. Take Springer. HasTak has not offered us a triple changing, unique mold of Springer. And he was in the movie ... he's pretty popular. Since they likely never will give us a Springer a costly 3rd party figure is a given.
Even a "Classics" Rumble / Frenzy. Most aren't satisfied with the headphones, so again, the popular characters who'll likely never get done, are filled by a 3rd party.
Well, Wheelie has been done. And he's actually the best out of all that line of Legends figures. So, not only has he been done well, and he's cheap, but he's also not a very popular character.
So, naturally, when PE announced Wheelie most of us are like ... why bother?
With all that in mind, I'm surprised anyone would want PE Wheelie. To me, there just isn't a market for it. But, clearly you want it, so I'm surprised.
Posted by Gauntlet101010 on June 1st, 2010 @ 11:03pm CDT
That said, what's the big deal all of a sudden about the one from PE? A lot of people sound angry about it...I just don't get it.
Angry? No. Shocked? Yes.
Typically, 3rd party companies fill a void in a collection. Take Springer. HasTak has not offered us a triple changing, unique mold of Springer. And he was in the movie ... he's pretty popular. Since they likely never will give us a Springer a costly 3rd party figure is a given.
Even a "Classics" Rumble / Frenzy. Most aren't satisfied with the headphones, so again, the popular characters who'll likely never get done, are filled by a 3rd party.
Well, Wheelie has been done. And he's actually the best out of all that line of Legends figures. So, not only has he been done well, and he's cheap, but he's also not a very popular character.
So, naturally, when PE announced Wheelie most of us are like ... why bother?
With all that in mind, I'm surprised anyone would want PE Wheelie. To me, there just isn't a market for it. But, clearly you want it, so I'm surprised.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081033)
Posted by vectorA3 on June 1st, 2010 @ 11:13pm CDT
Posted by vectorA3 on June 1st, 2010 @ 11:13pm CDT
Everyone's cringing at the price, including me. Goddamn --that's more than TRU MP Grimlock and LC Starscream!! Geezus. I have 1 of Impossible toys' Quints and I love it, so i'm sure I'll be pleased with this. Too bad no earlier heads up on the release -just dropped it on us 1 day. Anyway, just placed my order. I doubt there'll be a price adjustment, but i hope BBTS honors the current price if it goes up & adjusts if it goes down. The "medic" figure -who is that based off of?? Chromia?? Moonracer? homage to someone?
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Posted by Ravage XK on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:35am CDT
Posted by Ravage XK on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:35am CDT
Heres a thought, what if Hasbro did a KO of this Arcee? What would be the legal standing on that? It is a Hasbro character after all isn't it? Even if they changed it a little?
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081055)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:43am CDT
If I remember correctly, it's a matter of "You snooze, you lose".
While they own her original design, all logos and names, IP was the first to make a mass production toy of said design and since it doesn't use Hasbro's direct designs, they may not have much of a leg to stand on.
I might be incorrect on this, but I think Hasbro said they may not have a recourse.
IF anyone does, it might be Rabid Squirrel Productions because their design is close to this one (at least in terms of vehicle mode, robot...not quite) and RSP claimed to have records (with photo proof) that Hasbro wasn't seeking legal action over their A.R.C. robot.
So, I doubt IP will have much of a problem, especially since the figure is under $100.00 and that's the supposed cap.
Now, back to the other replies about Wheelie...
1.) I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie.
2.) I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie.
3.) I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie.
4.) I'll wait for pictures of the finished product before I make a decision, and it's my money, so what does it matter?
Geez.
Posted by Autobot032 on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:43am CDT
Ravage XK wrote:Heres a thought, what if Hasbro did a KO of this Arcee? What would be the legal standing on that? It is a Hasbro character after all isn't it? Even if they changed it a little?
If I remember correctly, it's a matter of "You snooze, you lose".
While they own her original design, all logos and names, IP was the first to make a mass production toy of said design and since it doesn't use Hasbro's direct designs, they may not have much of a leg to stand on.
I might be incorrect on this, but I think Hasbro said they may not have a recourse.
IF anyone does, it might be Rabid Squirrel Productions because their design is close to this one (at least in terms of vehicle mode, robot...not quite) and RSP claimed to have records (with photo proof) that Hasbro wasn't seeking legal action over their A.R.C. robot.
So, I doubt IP will have much of a problem, especially since the figure is under $100.00 and that's the supposed cap.
Now, back to the other replies about Wheelie...
1.) I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie.
2.) I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie.
3.) I had forgotten about Classics Wheelie.
4.) I'll wait for pictures of the finished product before I make a decision, and it's my money, so what does it matter?
Geez.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081117)
Posted by RiddlerJ on June 2nd, 2010 @ 8:02am CDT
It's the Paradron Medic from the old G1 cartoon Episode Fight or Flee. In the episode, she was basically a green Arcee.
At this point, someone should really give her an official name.
Posted by RiddlerJ on June 2nd, 2010 @ 8:02am CDT
vectorA3 wrote:The "medic" figure -who is that based off of?? Chromia?? Moonracer? homage to someone?
It's the Paradron Medic from the old G1 cartoon Episode Fight or Flee. In the episode, she was basically a green Arcee.
At this point, someone should really give her an official name.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081220)
Posted by rpetras on June 2nd, 2010 @ 11:30am CDT
Posted by rpetras on June 2nd, 2010 @ 11:30am CDT
Preordered both.
Currently 483 valks, 88 medics and 239 of the sets left.
Currently 483 valks, 88 medics and 239 of the sets left.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081236)
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on June 2nd, 2010 @ 12:00pm CDT
Posted by RK_Striker_JK_5 on June 2nd, 2010 @ 12:00pm CDT
Hope this thing's not vaporware... didn't they have something else that never came out?
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081271)
Posted by kirbenvost on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:17pm CDT
Well they already have 2 videos of what looks like a real production toy, so I'm not worried.
I'm really suprised that Medic is selling a lot better than Valkyrie. So many people want a niche character that only showed up in a single episode? Odd.
Posted by kirbenvost on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:17pm CDT
RK_Striker_JK_5 wrote:Hope this thing's not vaporware... didn't they have something else that never came out?
Well they already have 2 videos of what looks like a real production toy, so I'm not worried.
I'm really suprised that Medic is selling a lot better than Valkyrie. So many people want a niche character that only showed up in a single episode? Odd.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081289)
Posted by Zeonic_Miko on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:43pm CDT
Posted by Zeonic_Miko on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:43pm CDT
That right there is the Arcee I've always wanted, the details are fantastic! I have to say I'm a bit suprised by the price in a good way actualy, I was expecting this to cost a lot more but with some saving this is do-able, expensive yes but do-able! Now to find out when that pre-order ends...
I've never actually purchased a transformer not made by the offical companys, are the materials quality generaly speaking? because that is an important factor.
I've never actually purchased a transformer not made by the offical companys, are the materials quality generaly speaking? because that is an important factor.
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Posted by kirbenvost on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:59pm CDT
It depends a lot on the company. Fansproject makes very good figures, both quality- and design-wise, but Impossible Toys' reputation isn't as perfect. I believe this is their first attempt at an actual transforming toy. That said, in the video where they showed off the figure and its transformation, it did indeed look like it was of decent quality.
Posted by kirbenvost on June 2nd, 2010 @ 1:59pm CDT
Zeonic_Miko wrote:
I've never actually purchased a transformer not made by the offical companys, are the materials quality generaly speaking? because that is an important factor.
It depends a lot on the company. Fansproject makes very good figures, both quality- and design-wise, but Impossible Toys' reputation isn't as perfect. I believe this is their first attempt at an actual transforming toy. That said, in the video where they showed off the figure and its transformation, it did indeed look like it was of decent quality.
Re: BigBadToyStore.com Opens Preorders for Impossible Toys Valkyrie and Medic (1081305)
Posted by Autobot032 on June 2nd, 2010 @ 2:10pm CDT
I've been told several times that IT has made quality products when it came to their Kremzeek and Quints. As stated, this is their first foray into transforming figures, so we really don't know.
Someone asked if this was vaporware? No. The Nightbird remold/repaint is being produced in a lot of 1,000 for TFCon in Toronto in July. They absolutely must deliver on the product or there would be legal battles and IT would lose.
So, if they have the molds fired up for that product, the most certainly have Valkyrie and Medic produced as well, not to mention we've seen the video of the finished product and BBTS has in package pictures of it.
It's coming, and we probably will see it by the end of the month.
Whether it's a rush job or not, I guess we'll find out.
Here's to hoping for the best!
Posted by Autobot032 on June 2nd, 2010 @ 2:10pm CDT
kirbenvost wrote:Zeonic_Miko wrote:
I've never actually purchased a transformer not made by the offical companys, are the materials quality generaly speaking? because that is an important factor.
It depends a lot on the company. Fansproject makes very good figures, both quality- and design-wise, but Impossible Toys' reputation isn't as perfect. I believe this is their first attempt at an actual transforming toy. That said, in the video where they showed off the figure and its transformation, it did indeed look like it was of decent quality.
I've been told several times that IT has made quality products when it came to their Kremzeek and Quints. As stated, this is their first foray into transforming figures, so we really don't know.
Someone asked if this was vaporware? No. The Nightbird remold/repaint is being produced in a lot of 1,000 for TFCon in Toronto in July. They absolutely must deliver on the product or there would be legal battles and IT would lose.
So, if they have the molds fired up for that product, the most certainly have Valkyrie and Medic produced as well, not to mention we've seen the video of the finished product and BBTS has in package pictures of it.
It's coming, and we probably will see it by the end of the month.
Whether it's a rush job or not, I guess we'll find out.
Here's to hoping for the best!
